{"product_id":"delmer-sorting-gates-for-cattle","title":"Delmer Automatic Livestock Sorting Gate with 3 Photoelectric Sensors","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDelmer Automatic Livestock Sorting Gate with 3 Photoelectric Sensors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Delmer Automatic Sorting Gate is designed to direct identified animals into a selected pen or passage according to configured herd-management rules. It can be installed at a milking-parlour exit or in a suitable livestock handling race where animals pass through one at a time. The current listed configuration includes three photoelectric sensor cells and supports integration with DelFlow II herd-management workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant configuration note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gate geometry, controller I\/O, actuator type, electrical ratings, air requirements, communications protocol and species-specific dimensions must be confirmed for the supplied configuration and site layout before ordering. Values for competitor equipment are not Delmer specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow the sorting system works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnimal approaches:\u003c\/strong\u003e An upstream photoelectric sensor detects presence\/entry and helps the controller establish that an animal is entering the sorting zone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition tracking:\u003c\/strong\u003e The additional photoelectric cells provide passage and occupancy events. The controller can use the event sequence to determine whether the animal has reached or cleared the decision point, subject to the final sensor layout and commissioning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnimal identification and decision:\u003c\/strong\u003e A compatible identification source—such as an electronic identification (EID\/RFID) reader, the configured cattle pedometer\/ID system, or an external herd-management\/scale controller—supplies the animal ID or sorting instruction. Photoelectric cells detect presence and position; they do not read an animal's identity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGate actuation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The controller commands the configured electro-pneumatic or other supplied actuator to route the animal to the selected outlet. The number of destinations and actuator sequence depend on the installed gate arrangement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExit confirmation and reset:\u003c\/strong\u003e Downstream sensor events can confirm that the passage has cleared before the controller returns to its ready state. The exact logic must be verified during installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePhotoelectric sensor functions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree photo cells can be arranged as entry, decision-zone\/occupancy and exit-clear sensors, or another sequence suited to the mechanical layout. The final allocation is set at commissioning. Properly sequenced sensors help prevent a gate movement while an animal is in an unsafe position, reduce duplicate passage triggers, detect a blocked or occupied race, and provide a repeatable reset sequence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEntry detection:\u003c\/strong\u003e signals that an animal has entered the sorting zone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition\/occupancy detection:\u003c\/strong\u003e helps establish when the animal is aligned at the decision point and whether the gate path is occupied.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExit\/clear detection:\u003c\/strong\u003e helps confirm that the animal has passed through and the zone is clear for the next cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommissioning checks:\u003c\/strong\u003e sensor alignment, response to dust and water, cable protection, detection of animals with different body profiles, and correct operation under the site's lighting and cleaning conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSensor model, sensing mode (through-beam, retro-reflective or diffuse), range, supply voltage, output type, IP rating and response time must be confirmed from the actual sensor part number. Do not assume an industrial sensor's generic specifications apply to this supplied unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eController and control logic\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSequence control:\u003c\/strong\u003e coordinates photo-cell events, identity\/sort decision, gate command, exit-clear confirmation and reset.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSorting rules:\u003c\/strong\u003e configurable to an agreed workflow, for example animal ID lists, treatment\/veterinary checks, insemination, pregnancy checks, group allocation or external scale\/management-system criteria when the compatible interface is provided.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManual operation:\u003c\/strong\u003e manual override and maintenance\/jog controls should be specified for the ordered version and used only by trained operators from a safe position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFault handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e the commissioning specification should define behaviour for a sensor fault, communication loss, air\/power failure, gate obstruction or contradictory sensor sequence. The final design should not command a hazardous gate movement when the animal's position is uncertain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegration:\u003c\/strong\u003e DelFlow II integration is listed for this product. Compatibility with a third-party RFID reader, weighing indicator or herd software depends on the reader\/controller model and available interface\/protocol; written confirmation is required before promising plug-and-play connectivity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTypical sorting applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparate animals on a pre-defined ID list for veterinary examination or treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoute animals for insemination, pregnancy checks, hoof care or other scheduled handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllocate animals to management groups, subject to available ID and software data.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport data-driven sorting using weight or other criteria when a compatible scale\/management system supplies the decision.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduce repetitive manual gate handling and improve consistency of routine livestock movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecies suitability and indicative race dimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese are preliminary layout reference ranges for the single-file approach\/race, not confirmed dimensions of the Delmer gate itself.\u003c\/strong\u003e Final dimensions depend on breed, age, body size, horns, animal throughput, the gate mechanism and the destination lanes. Measure the largest animals and review the layout before fabrication or installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecies\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIndicative clear internal race width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDesign considerations\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDairy\/beef cattle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 680–760 mm for many adult cattle; larger-framed or horned animals may need more\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolid-sided approach, no sharp turns, adequate headroom and a gate opening matched to the largest animal.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater buffalo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 760–800 mm is recommended in one government farm-handling guide for fully grown Riverine buffalo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse a robust, appropriately sized structure, calm movement, good footing and an individually assessed layout.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheep\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 400 mm is cited as a handling-race reference; adjust for breed, fleece and body size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvoid an over-wide single-file race where animals can turn or become caught; group-flow areas may need to be wider.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGoats\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 400 mm may suit some adult animals, but must be adjusted to breed and horn configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCheck horn clearance and prevent wedging or entrapment; validate geometry with the actual herd.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePigs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize to the shoulder width of the largest pig; one handling guide recommends a race only about 50 mm wider than that shoulder width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse solid sides, non-slip flooring and species-specific gates. Pig-specific RFID sorting is a separate application, not automatically covered by a cattle gate.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese reference dimensions describe the \u003cem\u003erace\/chute\u003c\/em\u003e, not a guaranteed clear width, overall footprint or gate opening for the Delmer product. A cattle configuration should not be represented as suitable for sheep, goats or pigs without confirming the frame, opening, actuator force, sensor geometry and control sequence for that species. Separate species-specific versions or change parts may be required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specification summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCurrent product information\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAutomatic livestock sorting gate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSensor configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 photoelectric sensor cells included in the listed configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIdentification \/ decision input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConfigured cattle ID\/pedometer system and\/or compatible external reader\/software; interface to be confirmed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHerd-management integration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDelFlow II listed; third-party integration subject to interface verification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGate destinations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-way or 3-way sorting arrangement, subject to the supplied mechanical configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGate actuation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectro-pneumatic controls are described on the current product listing; exact actuator and air requirements to be confirmed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eController model, I\/O and communication protocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTo be confirmed against the supplied controller and external reader\/software\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupply voltage, power consumption and protection rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTo be confirmed from the supplied electrical parts and nameplate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrame material, overall dimensions and clear gate opening\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConfirm by drawing for the selected species and installation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThroughput \/ sorting speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSite- and configuration-dependent; no guaranteed rate stated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation and site planning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a level, well-drained, non-slip approach and exit lane with no sharp edges or trapping points.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlan adequate single-file approach length so animals do not bunch up at the decision point; provide enough clear exit lane for the animal to move fully beyond the gate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect cables, sensors and pneumatic lines from impact, manure, washdown and moving parts. Install and test the sensor brackets so the beams remain aligned.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide safe operator access and keep people clear of gate pivots, pinch points and the animal's path. Install suitable guarding and emergency isolation as required by the site risk assessment and applicable local rules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommission with the intended species and range of animal sizes. Test normal passage, missing\/invalid identification, consecutive animals, sensor blockage, manual override and loss of power\/air before routine use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to confirm before ordering or integrating an external reader\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease provide the RFID\/EID reader make and model, communication interface (for example serial, Ethernet or another documented connection), protocol\/command documentation, herd-management software name\/version, and the sorting output or API available from that system. Delmer can then confirm the integration approach and identify any interface hardware or software changes required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits for livestock operations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore consistent routing for animals on pre-defined handling lists.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLess repetitive manual gate operation for routine farm-management tasks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensor-assisted animal passage sequencing when correctly installed and commissioned.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePotential integration with identification and herd-management data for traceable sorting workflows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLayout can be engineered around the milking parlour or livestock handling facility, subject to a site survey.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustom configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contact Delmer with the target species, breed\/size range, required number of destinations, race dimensions, daily throughput, ID reader model and software details. 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