At Union Steel Tubes we appreciate that our products are useful in various industries, including construction and automotive. They are also ideal for different agricultural applications, including irrigation, animal housing, runs/crushes, gates, fencing, and more. We’re happy to help clients select the perfect tubing for any application. Work with the best ERW steel tube supplier in the West Midlands today.
Spring is here
One of the best signs that spring has finally arrived is fields full of sheep, lambs, and cows. In parts of Europe, they even have celebrations to mark herds returning to summer mountain pastures. It is a really exciting time, especially when you see happy animals prancing and enjoying the fresh air.
You might be wondering why animals spend winter indoors in the first place. Generally it is to ensure they have protection against the cold. However, it also gives the fields a break. The cold weather and lack of sun means grass growth slows dramatically or stops completely. You can’t let animals graze because there won’t be growth to replace it. Plus, the nutritional value will be poor due to the weather.
A number of factors determine when animals can be turned out in spring. Most importantly, you need to check there is sufficient grass on pastures. This can depend on factors like soil temperature and fertility. When there are no more morning frosts and you have nice green spring grass growing, animals can return to fields.
Preparations
While spring is a really great time, farmers have a number of things to think about. Crucially, they must ensure that pastures are safe, gates are in order, and they have everything else they need. It may be necessary to order steel tubing for different applications. Luckily, we are the top ERW steel tube supplier in the West Midlands, so you can order from us.
One thing to think about in particular is the wind. Spring can be very windy, and it can actually get incredibly cold at times. So, you need to plan for this. With sheep and lambs in particular, it is a good idea to provide sufficient shelter should they need it. Steel tubes can be good here to build simple framework structures. Generally, at the start of the season cow farmers will bring animals in overnight to protect them from the cold.
It is also important to ensure there are no problems with gates, fences, races, and crushes. They are often made of metal tubing. However, cold wet winters can cause significant damage. Make sure you inspect them to check for potential issues. Crucially, confirm you can open, shut, and secure each gate.
Spring can also be an important time for animals to get checks from vets. This can indicate whether they need treatments like worming. You might need races and crushes here to allow vets to inspect animals and administer treatments safely. Make sure yours are in good condition so there won’t be a risk of injury to animals, vets, or farm workers.
Get high quality products from the best ERW steel tube supplier in the West Midlands
Union Steel Tubes supports clients in many different industries, including agriculture. We set very high standards for products. We’re also an ISO 9001 certified company. You can expect the very best from us every time. Plus, we can ensure the lead time is as short as possible if you order tubing. Generally, we have a wide range of sizes in stock ready to cut.
So, speak to us if you want to work with the most reputable ERW steel tube supplier in the West Midlands. We have round, square, rectangular, and oval tubing for various needs. You can even choose protective finishes like galvanisation.
