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POULTRY

Sustainable Hatchery Practices Made Simple

with DURA-FLAT Poultry Egg Flats

atcheries are an important part DURA-FLAT Poultry Egg Flats offer a
Hof agriculture across the globe, better solution. With a nonporous sur-
ensuring a steady supply of poultry face, these flats resist bacterial growth
to meet food demands. But the indus- and are easy to clean with mild, eco-
try has its challenges, one of the most friendly cleaning agents. This has sev-
pressing of which is the issue of sus- eral advantages:
tainability. • Reduced chemical usage: Harsh dis-
Consumers, investors, and regulators infectants are unnecessary, minimizing
are increasingly interested in seeing their environmental impact.
businesses adopt eco-friendly prac- • Lower water consumption: Cleaning
tices, and hatcheries are no excep- DURA-FLAT requires less water com-
tion. Sustainability is quickly moving pared to other materials.
beyond being considered a “nice-to- • Better egg safety: The flats’ design
have” to a "must-have." For hatcheries, prevents contamination, protecting
this means reevaluating every aspect eggs during transport and storage.
of their operations, including the mate- RA-FLAT poultry egg flats
By reducing the need for strong
rials and tools they use. 1. Reduced waste through durability chemicals and excessive water, DURA-
DURA-FLAT poultry egg flats meet One of the greatest challenges in FLAT helps hatcheries lower their envi-
that demand. These egg flats are de- hatchery environments is wear and ronmental footprint while maintaining
signed to provide maximum egg pro- tear. High humidity and ammonia lev- the highest standards of hygiene.
tection while supporting sustainable els can quickly degrade traditional ma-
practices. Their durable, reusable, terials like wood and low-grade plas- 3. Efficient use of resources
and hygienic design is redefining how tics. These materials often break down Hatcheries need tools that are not
hatcheries balance efficiency and en- after repeated use, requiring frequent only durable but also adaptable to their
vironmental responsibility. replacement. This cycle of replace- operational needs. DURA-FLAT poultry
Why sustainability matters in ment generates significant waste, add- egg flats excel in this area with their
hatcheries ing to the environmental burden. lightweight and modular design, mak-
ing them easy to handle and highly ef-
Customers are increasingly aware DURA-FLAT Poultry Egg Flats break ficient.
of how their purchasing decisions im- this cycle. Made from high-impact vir-
The flats are compatible with leading
pact the planet, and many are willing gin plastic, these flats are designed hatchery systems, including Jamesway
to support companies that demonstrate for superior durability and wear resis- SST Systems and Chick Master Incuba-
a commitment to sustainability. In fact, tance. Unlike wood, which can splinter tors, allowing hatcheries to optimize
studies show that 78% of consumers and absorb moisture, or metal, which their workflows. With DURA-FLAT,
consider sustainability an important corrodes over time, DURA-FLAT main- hatcheries can:
factor when making purchasing deci- tains its structural integrity even in
sions, with many willing to pay a premi- harsh conditions. This means: • Double egg capacity per truck:
um for responsibly produced products. • Fewer replacements: DURA-FLAT Compared to traditional farm racks,
For hatcheries, embracing sustain- can be reused for years without com- DURA-FLAT allows for more efficient
transportation, reducing fuel consump-
ability offers several key benefits: promising performance. tion and carbon emissions.
• Enhanced reputation: Eco-friendly • Less waste: Long-lasting materials • Save space: Improved stackability
practices improve public perception reduce the need for constant disposal means fewer resources are needed for
and attract environmentally conscious of broken or worn-out flats. storage and transport.
consumers and partners.
• Lower costs: Hatcheries save money • Adapt easily: DURA-FLAT’s modular
• Cost savings: Reducing waste and by investing in a product that outlasts design allows hatcheries to reconfig-
improving efficiency often lead to low- traditional options. ure their systems as needed, whether
er operational expenses. The improved stackability of DURA- upgrading equipment or moving to a
• Regulatory compliance: Adopting FLAT further reduces storage space new facility.
sustainable practices helps businesses requirements, contributing to more ef- These features make DURA-FLAT a
stay ahead of tightening environmental ficient resource use. versatile and sustainable choice for
regulations. 2. Improved hygiene and lower con- hatcheries looking to optimize their
• Competitive advantage: Companies tamination risk use of resources.
with strong sustainability initiatives of- 4. Healthier environments for work-
Egg safety is a top priority in hatch-
ten outperform competitors in custom- eries, and contamination can lead to ers and eggs
er loyalty and market share. devastating losses. Traditional materi- Traditional materials like wood and
DURA-FLAT Poultry Egg Flats align als like wood are porous, making them metal can contribute to unsanitary con-
perfectly with these goals, making breeding grounds for bacteria. Clean- ditions in hatcheries. Rotting wood and
them an essential tool for modern ing these materials often requires harsh rusting metal attract pests, which can
hatcheries. chemicals that can harm the environ- spread disease and compromise egg
The sustainability benefits of DU- ment and leach into water sources. safety. Additionally, handling heavy or
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