The Perfect Cattle Working Chute for Up-and-coming Ranchers is Finally Here

The Perfect Cattle Working Chute for Up-and-coming Ranchers is Finally Here

Article and photos courtesy of Arrowquip

For new cattle ranchers, finding the perfect cattle chute for your operation can be intimidating with so many options on the table, but it’s also an exciting time. You get to make an investment on equipment that will improve your operation and create hundreds of memories to be passed down through the generations. That’s why it’s important to do your research and choose a cattle chute that will increase safety and efficiency, and last for generations to come. This is where Arrowquip’s all-new Easylock 33 Series Cattle Working Chute comes into play. This is an all-in-one, budget friendly chute for up-and-coming ranchers is your new go-to solution for safe cattle handling.

Safe Cattle Handling on a Budget
There are many budget-friendly cattle chutes available on the market, however, many are built using low-cost materials that are not meant to withstand use over time, meaning you’ll need to purchase replacement parts frequently and you’ll be buying a new chute before you know it. This can also serve as a safety risk to operators. If the chute isn’t manufactured using high-quality material, there’s a higher risk of things breaking, which can lead to injury.

Even though the Easylock is a budget-friendly chute, doesn’t mean quality needs to be sacrificed. This cattle working chute is manufactured using the same heavy-duty North American steel that all other Arrowquip

products are made with. This guarantees the chute will withstand rowdy cattle, daily wear and tear, and the test of time. Arrowquip cares about the safety of cattle and operators alike, which is why every chute is manufactured with only the highest quality material. This ensures that parts are unlikely to break, keeping you free from injury.

Secure Cattle Handling with the Easylock
Unlike other Arrowquip manual cattle chutes, the Easylock 33 is designed with a “V” style squeeze, similar to others within the market. What sets the Easylock apart from many other chutes is the fact that it’s a double-sided squeeze. With this, both sides of the squeeze move together simultaneously to apply even pressure to the animal while they’re in the chute. With a one-sided squeeze, cattle often feel off-balanced as the pressure is only being applied from one side. This can cause unnecessary stress to the animal and make them harder to calm while in the chute. By using a double-sided squeeze, you’re helping the animal feel more secure while they’re in the chute, and making the environment better to work in.

Like the new Arrowlock cattle chutes, the Easylock head gate is designed using a ratchet locking mechanism so you can get more security when catching cattle. However, something new to Arrowquip’s cattle chutes is the use of a ratchet locking squeeze. All of Arrowquip’s other manual cattle chutes have been designed with a friction locking squeeze, however, the Easylock uses a ratchet locking mechanism with the squeeze.

This is paired with a multi-position handle, meaning you can adjust the handle in five different positions to guarantee you get the most leverage for your use, ensuring optimal squeeze on the animal.

Additionally, this cattle working chute is equipped with access points from front to back. Featuring the same side access panels, you’ve come to know and love with all of Arrowquip’s other products, a drop-down and removable bottom access panel for access to the bottom half of your animal, and a complete side emergency exit, you can have complete access to your livestock at every point.

Reliable Cattle Handling no Matter What
We understand that cattle chutes take a lot of wear and tear during use. With the Easylock 33, you don’t have to worry about breaking something every time you work your cattle. Not only is it designed using high-quality materials, but on the off-chance that something does break, this cattle working chute comes with a 3-year warranty on the chute and a lifetime warranty on all locking mechanisms including the ratchet system.

Arrowquip also offers industry-leading Client Care, because they know that ranching isn’t a typical Monday to Friday, 5-9 job. Anything can happen at any time, especially when you’re working with cattle, so it’s important to be there when you need it most. Out in the field working cattle and come across an issue? No problem! Arrowquip’s dedicated Client Care Team is more than willing to phone or video call you so they can help solve the issue in real-time so you can get back to work – because when it comes to ranching, time is money.

Ready to get your journey toward safer, more reliable cattle handling started? Contact Arrowquip today at 1 (877) 383-7827 or visit arrowquip.com to speak with a Livestock Expert today.

You Need a Portable Cattle Corral. Here’s 4 Reasons Why.

You Need a Portable Cattle Corral. Here’s 4 Reasons Why.

Article and photos courtesy of Arrowquip

Every rancher knows the struggle of having to work cattle while they’re away at pasture. Some may have permanent pens built, but there’s no guarantee the cattle will be near it when you need them. This might mean you need to chase the cattle to the pens – which can be quite the hassle, especially when you’re in open pasture.

This is where a portable cattle corral comes in. It has been one of the most impactful innovations for ranchers everywhere and has revolutionized how ranchers manage their herds through flexibility, efficiency, and enhanced safety. If you struggle with any of these, then maybe it’s time you consider investing in a portable corral.

1. Freedom To Go Wherever Your Cattle Are 

As the name suggests, one of the standout features of a portable cattle corral is the mobility. Unlike your traditional stationary handling system, a portable corral can be brought with you no matter where your cattle are located to easily adapt to your needs and allow for a simpler handling experience. If you’re a rancher who follows a rotational grazing structure, or you have cattle in multiple locations, then a portable handling system is essential to increase efficiency on your operation.

Along with it’s portability, some portable cattle corrals also offer the option to tow additional equipment such as cattle chutes or loading ramps. The ability to tow a cattle chute can be especially helpful if you need to treat your cattle while away at pasture, while the addition of a loading chute can be helpful if you’re catching cattle to load them up and move them home or to a different pasture.

2. Streamlined Cattle Management

Running a cattle operation can be time consuming, so it’s key to find ways to help streamline the process and give you your time back. Imagine being able to hold, sort, and treat your cattle no matter where they are. This dream can easily become a reality with a portable cattle corral.

A portable corral often comes with the ability to create two large fold-out corral pens that allow you to hold a significant amount of cattle. Some models also offer the option to carry additional cattle panels so you can create additional pens to create a set-up that works for your specific needs. Along with this, portable corrals come with a built-in cattle alley so you can sort your cattle more easily with some even offering a double cattle alley to help add extra safety and efficiency.

If you’re looking for an even more streamlined process, some cattle equipment companies have portable corrals with a built-in cattle chute, so you no longer need to worry about towing multiple pieces of equipment to your desired location. This will give you a true all-in-one, easy to use solution for working your cattle. 

3. Long-Term Savings

Investing in a portable cattle corral can also lead to significant cost savings – especially if you have large herds of cattle in multiple locations. Some ranchers will have multiple permanent set-ups throughout different locations, which can be costly, from initial set-up to continuous up-keep. With a portable corral, the need for multiple setups is eliminated, and costs are almost immediately reduced.

Additionally, if you choose to work with a company that provides extensive warranty and industry-leading Client Care, you can save yourself both time and money. It’s important to consider purchasing from a company that won’t forget about you as soon as you make the sale. Looking at companies that provide top of the line warranty (even on the smaller parts such as locking mechanisms) will ensure that your investment is protected for years to come and minimizes the risk of unexpected repair costs.

4. Quick, Hassle-Free Set-Up

As mentioned, the flexibility of being able to bring your equipment is a compelling reason to invest in a portable corral, but one of the most appealing aspects is the quick, hassle-free set up. Most corrals are designed to be set up by one or two people in as little time possible.

When considering the features of a portable cattle corral that is easy to set up, consider looking for features such as fold-out panels on airless tires paired with a winch system and a hydraulic jacking system. These features combined will make setting up and taking down your corral easier and safer than ever.

It’s no secret that investing in a portable cattle corral is a big investment up front, but it’s clear that it stands out as a beneficial tool to use on your operation. By streamlining your process and improving safety and efficiency for you and your cattle, you can’t go wrong with a portable cattle corral.

New to Ranching? Here’s the Perfect Cattle Handling System for You.

New to Ranching? Here’s the Perfect Cattle Handling System for You.

By Kaydence Michalsky

Starting up a cattle operation, no matter how small, can be intimidating. Every day brings its own challenges, whether it’s dealing with unpredictable weather, ever-changing market prices, or finding cattle equipment that gives you confidence and peace of mind when working cattle.

For decades, cattle equipment companies have tailored their equipment to ranchers who run hundreds of head of cattle. This leaves operations with small herds of 10 to 20 head trying to make-do with equipment meant for much bigger operations, which can lead to unnecessary expenses and valuable space being taken up. Using a system that is too large for the needs of your operation leaves more room for error and injury. However, with a cattle handling system designed specifically for 10 to 20 head of cattle, new or small-scale ranchers can streamline their operation and ensure safety throughout.

Often, the livestock industry focuses on serving the needs of large-scale cattle ranches, which can leave newcomers and small operations feeling left behind and frustrated. It needs to be remembered that small-scale ranches face different challenges such as less access to resources and manpower to help manage livestock efficiently. Handling even a small amount of cattle can be dangerous, especially if you have limited help, so it’s key to ensure you have proper cattle equipment.

This is where Arrowquip’s 10 and 20 Head Starter Cattle Handling Systems come in. These systems are specifically designed to help solve some of the challenges small-scale ranchers face on a day-to-day basis at an attainable price. By offering affordable, easy-to-use, and safe solutions, small-scale and new ranchers can handle their cattle with confidence. 

Advanced Efficiency No Matter the Size of Your Cattle Operation

For ranchers who are working to build up their herd and have less than 20 head of cattle, these small starter systems are the perfect addition. These systems have been designed by Arrowquip’s cattle handling experts using the same equipment that many have come to love, including Arrow Corral Panels, gates, and the all-new Arrowlock cattle chutes, to increase efficiency on your ranch and make cattle handling easier than ever. Within both the 10 and 20-Head Starter System families, there are three designs to help cater to the unique needs of every operation: Basic, Essential, and Deluxe.

The Basic designs feature corral panels and gates that are placed in a way that works with cattle’s natural instincts to move along curves. Cattle will follow the curve into a panel force that will then guide them into the Arrowlock 55 Series Squeeze Chute, making the process of handling cattle faster and easier than before. 

A step up from the Basic design is the Essential Starter System. This system features everything in the Basic design with the addition of an alley made using cattle corral panels and a rolling alley gate that can be used from either side to encourage better flow into the chute.
For ranchers  looking for a more advanced cattle handling experience, the 10 and 20 Head Deluxe Cattle Handling Systems are the perfect solution. The Deluxe system is equipped with more corral panels for more space and the panel alley is replaced with an 8’ Easy Flow Adjustable Cattle Alley for more efficient movement into the chute. Additionally, the cattle chute in these systems has been upgraded to the Arrowlock 75 Series which is equipped with a vet cage that allows the operator more access to the animal while in the chute.

Tailored Cattle Handling Systems for Your Herd Size

If you’re just starting out and can count the amount of cattle you have on less than two hands, then the 10-Head Basic Starter Cattle Handling System will be the perfect fit for you. However, don’t let the size of the system stop you from expanding your herd. 

As a leader in cattle equipment, Arrowquip wants to ensure that you can have a system that will work for you 100% of the time. This is why all their systems are completely customizable and all components can be added or removed with ease. Want to increase efficiency and upgrade your cattle chute from manual to hydraulic? No problem! Need a bigger system? Easily add as many corral panels as you need using the panel connectors. 

It’s important to ensure you have equipment that allows you to work and handle your cattle safely and efficiently no matter the size of your herd. By offering affordable, easy-to-use, and safe solutions, small-scale and new producers will be able to handle their cattle with confidence. For more information, or to get in touch with a Livestock Expert, visit www.arrowquip.com.

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