Every year, pre-weaned pig mortality costs U.S. hog producers $197 million in lost profits. Poorly regulated supplemental heat is a significant factor in these losses, making newborn pigs more susceptible to sickness and disease.

High or low temperatures also force piglets away from the safe area of the heat source and increase their risk of being crushed by the sow. 52% of pre-wean losses are due to crushing.

Adjusting heat lamps is time consuming, doesn’t save energy, and can add heat stress to the sow.

Thermostats turn heaters off at a preset limit, but do not save energy at lower temperatures. They may also create conditions that are too hot or too cold.

Rheostats allow a gradual reduction of power and more consistent heat control, but require daily manual adjustment and do not react to changes in room temperature.

• 0-100% Variable Power Output
• Programmable Temperature Ramp
• Room Temperature Compensation