Dosing pumps for livestock and animal husbandry
Precise dosing of medicines, nutrients and additives for modern livestock farming
In modern livestock farming, drinking water management has become a key production lever. The ability to automatically and proportionally administer oral medicines, vitamins, acidifiers and additives directly into the water supply allows farmers to safeguard animal health, reduce management costs and optimise product consumption without the need for continuous manual intervention.
Mixtron manufactures dosing pumps for the livestock sector designed to operate without electrical power, integrating directly with existing water systems on the farm. The range includes proportional and volumetric dosers, suited to the different dosing requirements depending on the species being farmed, the size of the installation and the nature of the product being administered. Every solution is designed to guarantee consistent and uniform dosing, regardless of variations in pressure or flow rate within the water supply network.
Technical features of livestock dosing pumps
Mixtron dosing pumps for the livestock sector are designed to meet the specific operational requirements of farming environments, where dosing continuity, ease of maintenance and resistance to washing and sanitation cycles are non-negotiable prerequisites.
Hydraulic operation without electrical power
Mixtron dosing pumps operate exclusively on the hydraulic pressure of the drinking water network, eliminating the need for electrical connection and reducing the risks associated with moisture and chemical agents present in farm buildings. This characteristic makes them particularly well-suited to installations in rural environments, where access to electrical power in the vicinity of the system cannot always be guaranteed.
Proportional dosing relative to flow
The proportional operating principle ensures that the concentration of product in the water remains constant as flow rate varies, automatically adapting to the consumption peaks typical of intensive livestock farming. For a detailed comparison between proportional and volumetric dosing, refer to the dedicated article on the Mixtron blog.
Materials compatible with veterinary medicines and additives
Fluid-contact components are manufactured in materials selected to ensure chemical compatibility with oral medicines, organic acids, fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins, disinfectants and detergents used for cleaning water lines. The use of AISI 316L stainless steel, high-resistance technopolymers and VITON seals ensures long-term durability even in the presence of high-concentration or strongly acidic products.
Ease of installation and maintenance
Mixtron livestock dosing pumps are designed for rapid, straightforward installation directly onto the existing water line, without requiring structural modifications to the system. Routine maintenance is kept to a minimum thanks to the simplicity of construction and the availability of dedicated accessories and spare parts kits, allowing operators to carry out interventions independently without the need for specialist technical assistance.
Applications of dosing pumps in livestock farming
Mixtron dosing pumps for livestock cover a broad spectrum of on-farm applications, from preventive and curative medication to water line sanitation, adapting to the specific requirements of each animal species and farming system.
Administration of oral medicines and pharmaceuticals
The administration of antibiotics, antiparasitic agents and oral medicines via drinking water is one of the most widespread applications in the livestock sector. Mixtron dosing pumps ensure uniform distribution of the active ingredient throughout the water line, guaranteeing that every animal receives the correct dose without concentration variations. For further detail on this application, refer to the article on livestock medication on the Mixtron blog.
Drinking water acidification
Water acidification with organic acids such as citric, formic or lactic acid is an established practice in pig and poultry farming to maintain an optimal pH level in the animals' digestive tract, promote nutrient absorption and reduce bacterial proliferation in water lines. Mixtron dosing pumps allow precise control of acid concentration, avoiding both underdosing and overdosing, both of which can be detrimental to animal health.
Administration of vitamins and nutritional supplements
The integration of fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins, amino acids and mineral supplements into drinking water supports the growth, productivity and immune defences of farmed animals. Mixtron dosing pumps guarantee concentration stability even in the presence of products with varying viscosity or density, ensuring consistent and uniform administration across the entire herd. For further detail on the role of dosing pumps in livestock production, refer to the dedicated article on the Mixtron blog.
Cleaning an sanitation of water lines
The periodic cleaning of drinking water lines with disinfectant solutions is essential to prevent the formation of bacterial biofilm and to guarantee the microbiological quality of the water administered to animals. Mixtron dosing pumps can be used for the controlled dosing of disinfectants and sanitisers directly into the water lines, simplifying cleaning operations and reducing system downtime between production cycles.
Request a consultation for Mixtron livestock dosing pumps
Every farming operation presents specific characteristics in terms of animal species, water system size, products to be administered and frequency of treatment cycles. The Mixtron technical team is available to assess the requirements of your farm and identify the most suitable dosing solution, from proportional and volumetric dosers through to bespoke configurations.
You can request the technical datasheet for the livestock dosing pump range, arrange a no-obligation technical consultation or contact customer services directly for information on material compatibility, available accessories and lead times.