The Ma Poule Express heating panel is an essential piece of equipment to maintain a comfortable and safe environment for your chickens, especially during cold periods. Here’s everything you need to know about it:
It is designed to provide gentle, even heat in chicken coops. Unlike traditional heat lamps, it does not pose high fire or burn risks to your chickens, making it a safe and effective solution.
Main features
- **Increased Safety** : One of the major advantages of the heating panel is that it operates at a regulated temperature, eliminating the risk of overheating. Unlike heat lamps, which can reach very high temperatures, the panel never gets hot enough to cause burns to chickens, even if they get close to it.
- **Energy Efficiency** : The panel consumes less energy than a traditional heat lamp, making it more economical to use in the long term.
- **Easy Installation** : It can be easily mounted on the wall of the chicken coop or placed on the ground. Its light weight and simple design allow for quick installation without the need for special tools.
- **Durability** : Made from sturdy materials, the heating panel is designed to withstand harsh conditions, such as humidity and dust, ensuring a long service life.
Benefits for your chickens
- **Safe Heat** : The panel provides constant heat without the risk of burning your chickens, which is crucial for their safety and well-being.
- * *Stress Reduction** : A stable temperature helps reduce stress in hens, which can improve their egg production.
- **Disease Prevention** : By maintaining a temperate environment, the panel helps prevent cold-related illnesses, such as frostbite, which can be common in cold climates.
Recommended quantity of panels
The amount of heating panels needed depends on the size of your chicken coop and the number of chickens you keep:
- **Small chicken coop (up to 4-6 hens)** : A single Ma Poule Express heating panel is generally sufficient for a small chicken coop. It will provide adequate heat to maintain a comfortable temperature.
- **Medium Chicken Coop (6-12 chickens)** : In an average sized chicken coop, two heating panels are recommended. Place them in strategic locations to ensure even heat distribution.
- **Large coop (12+ hens)** : For large coops or those with particularly open or poorly insulated space, three or more heating panels may be necessary to ensure that all hens receive adequate warmth. Consider arranging them to cover the entire bedding area.
Directions for use
- **Optimal positioning** : Place the panel at a height where it can diffuse heat efficiently, but far enough from the ground to prevent it from being soiled by the chickens.
- **Regular maintenance** : It is important to clean the panel from time to time to avoid the accumulation of dust, which could affect its effectiveness.
Comparison with other heating systems
The Ma Poule Express heating panel stands out from traditional heat lamps in its safety and energy efficiency. Heat lamps can sometimes reach dangerously high temperatures, posing a burn risk to chickens, especially if they are too close to the heat source. With the heating panel, this risk is eliminated, making the chicken coop environment safer.
By choosing the Ma Poule Express heating panel, you ensure your chickens have a comfortable and risk-free winter, while benefiting from an economical and sustainable heating solution.