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ABH

Heavy-Duty Livestock Weigh Beams for Accurate Farm Weighing

Reliable weigh beams designed for cattle, sheep, and pig weighing systems
Built to deliver stable, repeatable weight readings in crushes, alleyways, and outdoor farm environments.

HiRancher ABH weigh beams are engineered specifically for livestock weighing, where animal movement, impact load, and harsh conditions are unavoidable. Whether installed under a cattle crush, raceway, or weighing platform, they provide dependable performance for daily farm operations.

✔ Designed for livestock movement and impact
✔ IP67 protection for outdoor and muddy yards
✔ Compatible with digital weighing indicators and EID systems

Is This the Right Weigh Beam for Your System?

Our ABH livestock weigh beams are suitable if you need:

  • Accurate weighing for cattle, sheep, or pigs
  • Stable readings in crushes, alleyways, or race systems
  • Reliable performance in outdoor, wet, or muddy environments
  • Integration with livestock weighing indicators
  • A solution that can scale into a complete weighing + EID system

If your operation involves regular livestock handling and weight monitoring, this weigh beam is designed for your setup.

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Funcionalidades

  • Estrutura de dois andares em aço carbono com revestimento em pó
  • Capacidade pesada de até 3.000 kg, opcional de 5.000 kg
  • Quatro comprimentos: 400 mm, 600 mm, 800 mm, 1000 mm
  • Suporte para personalização do comprimento
  • Cabo com capa de mola de aço inoxidável
  • Existem quatro furos de fixação na placa de base (podem ser instalados temporariamente ou permanentemente)
  • Compatível com a maioria dos indicadores e sem necessidade de calibração

Cenários de Aplicação

  • Cattle Crush Weighing

Installed beneath manual or hydraulic cattle crushes, ABH weigh beams deliver consistent results even when animals shift or apply uneven loads.

  • Alleyway & Raceway Weighing

Ideal for race-based weighing systems where animals move quickly. The reinforced beam structure minimizes errors caused by side loading and impact.

  • Outdoor Farm Weighing

Built for open yards exposed to rain, mud, and manure. Suitable for both permanent installations and mobile weighing platforms.

  • Sheep & Pig Weighing Systems

Compact and stable enough for smaller livestock, ensuring accurate data collection for growth tracking and management decisions.

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Built for Stability in Livestock Weighing

Unlike industrial weigh beams, ABH weigh beams are developed specifically for livestock behavior:

  • Reinforced internal structure resists side loading
  • Designed to absorb shock and movement from animals
  • Sealed load cell housing prevents water and moisture ingress
  • Reliable performance during dynamic weighing conditions

This ensures consistent weight data you can trust for herd management and traceability.

System Compatibility & Integration

ABH weigh beams integrate seamlessly with:

  • Livestock weighing indicators
  • EID-enabled scale indicators
  • Alleyway and crush weighing systems
  • Fixed and portable weighing platforms

They can be supplied as part of a complete livestock weighing solution, including indicators, EID readers, and data management support.

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Installation & Calibration

  • Simple bolt-on installation under crushes or platforms
  • Factory calibrated before delivery
  • Easy zero and span adjustment via weighing indicator
  • Technical guidance available for first-time installations

Designed to reduce setup time and long-term maintenance effort.

Perguntas frequentes

1. Can I use ABH weigh beams without replacing my existing weighing system?

In some cases, yes. Farms may already have handling facilities or weighing equipment that can continue to be used while upgrading only specific components of the weighing system. Evaluating the existing setup can help determine whether the weigh beams can be integrated into the current setup and what additional equipment may be required.

2. Can ABH load bars be used outdoors?

Yes, powder-coated carbon steel is sufficient for everyday farm and outdoor use. However, for extremely harsh conditions, such as humidity, salt spray, or frequent washing, we recommend ABT hot-dip galvanized load bars. In the long run, this is a better investment.

3. What are the advantages of weigh beams over traditional floor scales?

As vigas de pesagem são mais flexíveis, portáteis e econômicas. Você pode usá-las em diversas configurações, sob calhas, caixas, plataformas e reposicioná-las facilmente, o que é ideal para a pecuária.

4. Which weighing indicators can be used with ABH load bars?

ABH weigh beams can be combined with livestock weighing indicators that are suitable for farms. Farms can choose indicators with features such as waterproof protection, electronic identification compatibility, and weight recording. The most suitable indicator usually depends on how the weighing information will be used.

5. Can the mounting holes be customized?

Yes, we can provide different mounting hole positions to suit your existing equipment.

Get the Right Weigh Beam for Your Operation

Choosing the correct weigh beam depends on animal type, capacity, installation method, and environment.

Tell us about your setup, and our engineers will recommend the most suitable beam configuration.

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Introdução

  • Estrutura de dois andares
  • Aço carbono com revestimento em pó
  • Capacidade pesada de até 3.000 kg
  • Capacidade opcional 5.000 kg
  • Cable with stain…

Parâmetro

  • (C) 400 mm, 600 mm, 800 mm, 1000 mm
  • Suporte à personalização
ABH double-deck weighing beam

ABT

Estrutura tubular, projetada para ambientes extremos. ABT livestock load bars feature hot-dip galvanized material e a estrutura totalmente fechada garante durabilidade de longo prazo contra umidade, lama, corrosão e flutuações de temperatura.

The ABT barras de carga para pesagem externa are purpose-designed for farmers, contractors and processors who need accurate weighing in wet, muddy or corrosive environments. With a fully enclosed tubular housing, stainless steel cable protection and options up to 5,000 kg capacity. ABT load bars provide reliable readings in coastal farms, open yards, mobile trailers and slaughterhouse settings.As a trusted livestock load bars manufacturer, we ensure each unit is engineered for durability, precision, and long-term reliability under the toughest agricultural conditions.

Why ABT is a sensible choice for outdoor use

  • Engineered for exposure: Hot-dip galvanized tubular housing and sealed construction resist corrosion, mud and temperature swings — so your load bars last longer in the elements.
  • Protected wiring: Stainless-steel spring cover over the cable prevents abrasion and rodent damage common on outdoor sites.
  • Practical lengths & capacities: Choose from 400 / 600 / 800 / 1000 mm lengths and 2,000–5,000 kg capacities to suit chutes, platforms and mobile weighing rigs.
  • Plug-and-weigh compatibility: Designed to work with most indicators — simple installation and fast commissioning reduce downtime.
  • Low maintenance, repeatable results: Robust build reduces service calls and gives consistent, repeatable readings under repeated load.

Funcionalidades

  • Carcaça selada galvanizada a quente tubular
  • Capacidade pesada de até 3.000 kg, opcional de 5.000 kg
  • Quatro comprimentos: 400 mm, 600 mm, 800 mm, 1000 mm
  • Suporte para personalização do comprimento
  • Cabo com capa de mola de aço inoxidável
  • Célula de carga exclusivamente personalizada
  • Existem quatro furos de fixação na placa de base (podem ser instalados temporariamente ou permanentemente)
  • Compatível com a maioria dos indicadores e sem necessidade de calibração
  • Construído para condições agrícolas difíceis

Cenários de Aplicação

  • Quintas costeiras ou áreas de elevada humidade
  • Maneio de gado ou ovelhas ao ar livre em condições meteorológicas extremas
  • Matadouro ou instalações de transformação de animais
  • Pesagem móvel em condições de chuva, lama ou poeira
  • Instalações de longa duração em pátios descobertos ou confinamentos
  • Pesagem em armazenamento refrigerado ou agricultura em clima quente (deserto, trópicos)

Real-world benefits — what farmers tell us

  • Lower service costs: Protected cables and corrosion-resistant housing reduce repairs.
  • Faster throughput: Stable, repeatable weighings mean fewer re-weighs and less animal stress.
  • Flexible deployment: Works equally well in permanent yards or on seasonal mobile rigs.

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Perguntas frequentes

1. Why are hot-dip galvanized load bars a popular choice for livestock farms?

Livestock weighing equipment often operates in rain, mud, manure, and wash-down environments. Hot-dip galvanizing helps protect steel from corrosion and reduces the need for subsequent maintenance. For this reason, many cattle farms choose galvanized load bars when they need a weighing system that can remain outdoors for long periods.

2. What types of livestock weighing systems are ABT load bars designed for?

ABT load bars be widely used in a wide range of livestock weighing systems that require dependable outdoor performance. Farms and dealers commonly use them in cattle handling systems, alleyway scales, and permanent weighing installations for routine animal weighing. Because its design can meet a variety of application needs, ABT load bars are often chosen as a general weighing solution.

3. Why do some farms prefer permanently installed load bars?

Many farms weigh animals regularly and prefer equipment that is always ready for use. Permanently installed load bars eliminate the need to move and reposition equipment before each weighing session. This arrangement can make routine weighing easier to incorporate into normal farm operations.

4. Are hot-dip galvanized load bars suitable for farms in wet or coastal environments?

Many livestock farms are located in areas with high humidity, frequent rainfall, or challenging outdoor conditions. Hot-dip galvanized surfaces are widely used in agricultural equipment because they provide additional protection against corrosion compared with untreated steel. Choosing suitable equipment for these environments can help improve long-term reliability.

5. Why do dealers often choose hot-dip galvanized load bars for different farms?

Hot-dip galvanized load bars generally require little routine maintenance beyond normal inspection and cleaning. The zinc coating helps protect the steel surface, so farms do not usually need to repaint or apply additional protective treatments. The low maintenance cost of hot-dip galvanized steel bars is one of the reasons why they are widely used in permanent outdoor livestock facilities.

6. How much maintenance do galvanized load bars typically require?

Dealers frequently supply equipment to farms with different handling facilities and operating conditions. Choosing a load bar that works across multiple applications simplifies product selection and can reduce inventory complexity. Because hot-dip galvanized load bars are suitable for many outdoor livestock weighing systems, dealers often use them as a versatile solution for a broad range of customer requirements.

Introdução

  • Estrutura de vedação tubular
  • Carcaça galvanizada a quente
  • Capacidade pesada de até 3.000 kg
  • Cabo com capa de mola de aço inoxidável

Parâmetro

  • (C) 400 mm, 600 mm, 800 mm, 1000 mm
  • Suporte à personalização
ABT livestock load bars for outdoor cattle weighing

AB5T

Designed to withstand the toughest livestock operations, AB5T 5t weigh bars feature reinforced feet for stable support under cattle crushes or animal crates. Their sealed tubular structure ensures long-lasting performance in extreme heat, cold, mud or dust.As a trusted livestock load bars manufacturer, we engineer every unit for superior durability, accuracy, and ease of use in demanding farm environments.

Why choose AB5T cattle load bars

  • Built for heavy livestock: 5,000 kg capacity supports large cattle and repeated commercial use.
  • Farm-tough construction: Hot-dip galvanized, sealed tubular housing resists corrosion and holds up in wet, muddy yards.
  • Stable under crushes: Reinforced footing and four fixing holes on the base plate ensure secure, deformation-free installation under squeeze chutes.
  • Low maintenance cabling: Cable protected by a stainless steel spring cover reduces wear from livestock, equipment and moisture.
  • Ready to integrate: Uses exclusively customized load cells and is compatible with most weighing indicators — typically no re-calibration required.

Funcionalidades

  • Carcaça selada galvanizada a quente tubular
  • Capacidade de 5.000 kg: Design resistente para pesagem de gado ou animais de grande porte
  • Base reforçada: especialmente projetada para uso sob calhas de compressão
  • Apresenta bom desempenho em temperaturas extremas
  • Cabo com capa de mola de aço inoxidável
  • Célula de carga exclusivamente personalizada
  • Existem quatro furos de fixação na placa de base (podem ser instalados temporariamente ou permanentemente)
  • Compatível com a maioria dos indicadores e sem necessidade de calibração

Cenários de Aplicação

  • Sob esmagadores de gado ou rampas veterinárias
  • Instalação permanente em um celeiro de clima frio ou em um pátio aberto e quente
  • Pesagem de vários animais que exigem uma base resistente
  • Pesagem em confinamento ou matadouro
  • Pesagem móvel entre diferentes locais

Farm benefits — what this saves you

  • Reduced downtime — corrosion-resistant design and protected cables mean fewer service calls.
  • Fewer handling delays — reinforced feet and stable beams deliver repeatable readings, reducing re-weighs.
  • Lower total cost of ownership — rugged materials lengthen service life vs cheap beams.
  • Straightforward upgrades — plug into existing indicators or build a matched HiRancher weighing system.

Perguntas frequentes

1. Why is the AB5T load bar specificallydesigned for installation in cattle crushes?

Cattle crushes concentrate the weight and movement of heavy animals within a relatively small area. Therefore, the load bars need to support both the crush structure and dynamic animal loads while maintaining stable weighing performance. The reinforced structure of AB5T can handle this well.

2. Do the load bars remain under the crush permanently?

In many installations, the load bars are fixed under the cattle crush as part of a permanent weighing system. Farms that weigh cattle regularly often prefer this arrangement because the equipment is always ready for use.

3. What information should I provide before selecting load bars for my cattle crush?

Providing photos of the crush, overall dimensions, and the positions of the support points is usually sufficient for an initial evaluation. This information helps determine the appropriate installation arrangement and whether any modifications may be required.

4. Why do cattle crush installations often require reinforced feet and a sealed structure?

Cattle handling areas are exposed to heavy loads, vibration, moisture, and regular cleaning. Reinforced feet help provide stable support under demanding conditions, while a sealed structure helps protect critical components from dirt and water ingress.

5. Are AB5T load bars suitable for high-frequency cattle weighing?

Yes. Permanent cattle handling facilities often process large numbers of animals over long periods. For these applications, farms typically require weighing equipment that can remain installed and provide stable performance throughout repeated weighing sessions.

6. Can these load bars be integrated into future data management systems?

Yes. Many farms initially install load bars simply to obtain animal weights and later decide to record and analyse weight information. Because the load bars operate as part of a complete weighing system, farms can subsequently introduce indicators with additional functions such as EID compatibility and weight recording if their requirements change.

Compatibility & integration

AB5T works with most standard weighing indicators and is commonly paired with farm indicators such as FOX, FOX PRO and K7. If you’re retrofitting an older indicator, send us the model number — we’ll confirm wiring and protocol before shipment to avoid integration surprises.

Introdução

  • Estrutura de vedação tubular
  • Carcaça galvanizada a quente
  • Capacidade de 5.000 kg
  • Base reforçada

Parâmetro

  • Comprimento padrão 1100 mm
  • Reinforced base designed for heavy-duty cattle chutes
Heavy-Duty Weigh Bars for Cattle Crushes
Cenários de Aplicação Recommended Model Why Choose It
Outdoor cattle chutes, rainy and muddy environments, coastal areas ABT Hot-dip galvanized sealed housing provides long-term corrosion resistance and withstands daily washdown.
Indoor cattle chutes, covered yards, dry livestock environments ABH Same precision as ABT with a more cost-effective solution for dry environments.
Large beef cattle (500kg+), hydraulic cattle chutes, commercial fattening farms AB5T 5-ton capacity with a reinforced base for heavy-duty cattle chutes.
Standard cattle chutes, mechanical squeeze chutes, routine cattle weighing ABT1000 3-ton capacity for most cattle weighing applications. Reliable e easy to install.
Portable platform, mobile weighing, trailer use ABT400 / ABT600 Compact design with stainless steel cable protection, easy to move.
Small livestock such as sheep, goats and pigs ABH400 2-ton capacity in a compact size, ideal for small livestock.

Compare Our Livestock Load Bars

Compare structure, capacity and working environment to quickly identify the most suitable model.

Modelo Structure Surface / Protection Capacidade Standard Length Best Environment Typical Application
ABH Double-deck Powder-coated carbon steel Up to 3,000 kg, higher-capacity options available 400 / 600 / 800 / 1000 mm Covered or relatively dry areas Portable platforms, barns, routine livestock weighing
ABT Enclosed tubular Hot-dip galvanized 2,000–5,000 kg depending on configuration 400 / 600 / 800 / 1000 mm Outdoor, wet, muddy or humid environments Cattle yards, fixed platforms, frequent washdown
AB5T Reinforced tubular Hot-dip galvanized 5,000 kg 1100 mm Heavy-duty outdoor installations Large cattle crushes, feedlots, heavy steel platforms
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Quick selection: choose ABH for general farm use, ABT for long-term outdoor or wet installations, and AB5T for heavy cattle crushes and higher-capacity systems.

Our Livestock Load Bar Range

Each model is designed for a different combination of environment, capacity and livestock handling structure.

General Farm Use

ABH Livestock Load Bars

Double-deck load bars for routine livestock weighing where structural stability and practical installation are priorities.

  • Covered cattle yards
  • Portable weighing platforms
  • Sheep and pig weighing systems
  • Routine farm weighing
  • General cattle crush installations
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Outdoor & Wet Areas

ABT Outdoor Load Bars

Enclosed tubular load bars with hot-dip galvanized protection for demanding livestock environments.

  • Outdoor cattle yards
  • Wet and muddy installations
  • High-humidity facilities
  • Fixed weighing platforms
  • Frequent washdown environments
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Heavy Duty

AB5T Heavy-Duty Load Bars

A 5,000 kg load bar system for heavier cattle handling equipment and demanding commercial weighing applications.

  • Large cattle crushes
  • Hydraulic cattle systems
  • Commercial feedlots
  • Heavy steel platforms
  • High-capacity fixed weighing
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How to Choose the Right Livestock Load Bars

Start with three factors: working environment, required capacity and installation structure.

1

Working Environment

Use ABH for covered or relatively dry locations. Choose ABT for long-term outdoor, wet, muddy or humid environments.

2

Required Capacity

Include animal weight, platform or cattle crush weight and an appropriate working margin when selecting capacity.

3

Installation Structure

Portable platforms, fixed scales and heavy cattle crushes require different load bar structures and capacities.

Application Typical Choice
Portable livestock platform ABH
Fixed livestock platform ABH / ABT
Outdoor cattle yard ABT
Standard cattle crush ABH / ABT
Heavy cattle crush AB5T
Feedlot weighing station ABT / AB5T
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Required System Capacity = Animal Weight + Platform / Crush Weight + Working Safety Margin. Do not select load bars according to animal weight alone.

Load Bar Specifications at a Glance

Review the main structural and application differences before checking the detailed specification of each model.

Specification ABH ABT AB5T
Structure Double-deck Enclosed tubular Reinforced tubular
Surface Treatment Powder coating Hot-dip galvanizing Hot-dip galvanizing
Capacidade Up to 3,000 kg, optional higher capacity 2,000–5,000 kg depending on setup 5,000 kg
Standard Lengths 400 / 600 / 800 / 1000 mm 400 / 600 / 800 / 1000 mm 1100 mm
Outdoor Use General / occasional Recommended Recommended
Wet / Muddy Areas Limited Recommended Recommended
Heavy Cattle Crush Depending on total load Depending on total load Recommended
Custom Configuration Available according to project Available according to project Project-specific

Match Load Bars with the Right Weighing Indicator

Load bars determine capacity and installation suitability. The indicator determines how livestock weight data is displayed, recorded and managed.

Requirement Recommended Indicator Typical Load Bar Combination
Basic weighing K7 ABH / ABT
Routine weight records RAPOSA ABH / ABT
EID and individual animal records FOX PRO ABT
Heavy-duty EID cattle system FOX PRO AB5T

For complete indicator and load bar configuration, see our livestock weighing system solutions.

Livestock Load Bar Applications

Choose the load bar structure according to how and where livestock will be weighed.

Cattle Crush Weighing

Load bars can be installed beneath cattle crushes for routine weighing during handling, health checks, breeding and sale preparation.

Portable Livestock Platforms

ABH configurations are suitable where weighing equipment needs to move between yards, barns or different farm locations.

Outdoor Cattle Yards

ABT is designed for permanent weighing installations exposed to rain, mud and high humidity.

Sheep & Goat Weighing

Compact load bar configurations can be integrated into smaller livestock platforms and handling equipment.

Pig Weighing Systems

Load bars can support platform or crate-style weighing systems used at different production stages.

Feedlots & Commercial Operations

ABT and AB5T configurations are suited to fixed, higher-frequency cattle weighing applications.

Manufacturing and Customization Support

HiRancher supports standard load bar supply as well as project-specific configurations for distributors, equipment manufacturers and system integrators.

Project Requirement Support
Standard Capacities Multiple model options
Load Bar Length Standard and project-specific lengths
Surface Treatment Powder-coated or hot-dip galvanized models
Connector Configuration Confirmed according to indicator
Mounting Requirements Checked according to drawings or dimensions
System Matching Load bars + indicator configuration
OEM Projects Available for qualified projects
Bulk Orders Distributor and project supply
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For non-standard installations, send your platform or cattle crush dimensions before quotation so the required configuration can be checked.

Need Replacement Load Bars for an Existing System?

If your current weighing indicator and structure are still usable, you may only need to replace the load bars rather than purchase a complete new system.

HiRancher can help check your existing indicator model, connector, load bar dimensions, mounting hole spacing, required capacity and mechanical fit.

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Livestock Load Bars FAQ

Common questions about selecting, installing and integrating livestock load bars.

How do I choose between ABH, ABT and AB5T?

Choose ABH for general or covered farm weighing, ABT for long-term outdoor or wet installations, and AB5T for heavy cattle crushes and higher-capacity systems.

What load bar capacity do I need?

Consider the combined weight of the animal, platform or cattle crush and an appropriate working margin. Do not select capacity from animal weight alone.

Can HiRancher load bars work with other weighing indicators?

They can be integrated with many livestock weighing indicators, but connector, wiring and configuration should be confirmed before ordering.

Can I order custom load bar lengths?

Project-specific lengths may be available depending on the model and required capacity. Provide your installation dimensions for confirmation.

Can the load bars be installed under an existing cattle crush?

In many cases, yes. Load bar length, mounting points, structure weight and required capacity should be checked first.

Which model is better for outdoor use?

ABT is generally better suited to long-term outdoor, wet, muddy and humid environments because of its enclosed tubular structure and hot-dip galvanized protection.

Do the load bars require calibration after installation?

Calibration or verification requirements depend on the indicator and final installation. A verification check after installation is recommended.

Confirm the Right Load Bars Before Ordering

Send your weighing requirements and HiRancher can help check the appropriate model, capacity and installation configuration.

Suitable Load Bar Model
Required Capacity
Standard or Custom Length
Installation Suitability
Indicator Connection
Project Configuration
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