Covered Feedpads & Dairy Barns To Increase Cow Comfort & Maximise Performance
Feedpad covers and dairy housing infrastructure such as loafing barns and freestall barns are smart investments, increasing milk yields and reducing labour costs.
Versatile Loafing Barns For Improving Herd Management
Action loafing barns have been successfully implemented in both smaller and large grazing dairy operations, improving general herd management and ensuring consistent performance by providing a comfortable environment year-round, rain, hail or shine.
These builds are also cost-effective and versatile as they can be converted into contained housing or repurposed for calving.
Versatile Loafing Barns For Improving Herd Management
Action loafing barns have been successfully implemented in both smaller and large grazing dairy operations, improving general
herd management and ensuring consistent performance by providing a comfortable environment year-round, rain, hail or shine.
These builds are also cost-effective and versatile as they can be converted into contained housing or repurposed for calving.
Covering Feedpads Maximising Cow Comfort & Results
Feedpad covers are popular for dairy farms with cows in supplementary feeding.
An Action feedpad cover improves cow comfort and can deliver excellent ROI by influencing feed intake and increasing milk production. There are operational benefits too such as reduced feed wastage and less labour requirements.
Low-Stress Freestall Barns For Increasing Production & Operational Benefits
Successfully transitioning to a freestall barn requires resources and careful planning, however, the benefits are significant. These include increased milk production, reduced labour constraints and improved effluent management.
We work closely with leading dairy consultants and internal fit-out suppliers such as Greencon and Lely to address every detail and ensure a seamless project delivery.
Partner With Action On Your Dairy Barn Project
Partner with Action on your project to take advantage of our holistic project methodology, backed by over 20 years of industry experience and research.
Our process includes initial planning discussions with your dairy consultant, roof design recommendations, permit applications and project managed installation.
One of the most important considerations for your dairy project is effective ventilation/airflow for reducing ammonia, heat and moisture build up at cow level. This is why our team have extensively researched building ventilation and commission Computational Fluid Dynamics studies.
These studies consider building orientation, local climate and building size and allows us to develop a roof design specifically for your project by using details such as width, roof pitch and ridge openings to influence the airflow.
Download the latest Covered Feedpads & Housing Guide to learn more about the design process.
Call us to schedule an initial consultation for your project.
Feedpad Cover & Dairy Barn Options
Helpful Articles
How To Use Barn Design To Maximise Cow Comfort
Is there a best-practice barn design? How do I create a low-stress environment? What is the best way to maximise cow comfort? A barn design that prioritises cow comfort...
What Is The Best Loafing Barn Orientation?
Which direction should a barn face? What is the best loafing barn orientation? Covered housing systems and barns such as loafing barns and feed pad covers are becoming popular...
Loafing Barn Size – What Size Loafing Barn Should I Build?
Is there a recommended loafing barn size? What size loafing barn should I build? Loafing barns can play an important role in grazing dairy farms, providing a comfortable environment...
Sizing
Standard Farm Shed Sizes
& Designs
The standard shed spans and sizes we offer have been extensively researched and designed to suit agricultural and farming operations.
If you require a particular size and shape please don’t hesitate to contact us and speak with one of our shed professionals.
| Span | Length | Height | Bay Size | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15m (50ft) | x | 24m | x | 6m | 8m |
| 15m (50ft) | x | 32m | x | 6m | 8m |
| 18m (60ft) | x | 32m | x | 6m | 8m |
| 18m (60ft) | x | 40m | x | 6m | 8m |
| 21m (70ft) | x | 32m | x | 6m | 8m |
| 21m (70ft) | x | 40m | x | 7.5m | 8m |
| 24m (80ft) | x | 40m | x | 6m | 8m |
| 24m (80ft) | x | 40m | x | 7.5m | 8m |
| 24m (80ft) | x | 48m | x | 7.5m | 8m |
| 24m (80ft) | x | 64m | x | 7.5m | 8m |
| 24m (80ft) | x | 80m | x | 7.5m | 8m |
| 30m (100ft) | x | 56m | x | 7.5m | 8m |
Design Ideas
Design Options & Ideas for
Your Farm Shed
We offer a range of options to help you customise and tailor you farm shed to suit your needs.
Learn about these options and discuss your farm shed project design with our building consultants.
Cladding
Australian-Made Steel Cladding
We offer two cladding profiles for your shed project – Trimclad® or corrugated iron.
While most of our farm shed build are clad with zinc cladding, we do also offer Colorbond cladding.
If you aren’t sure which options would best suit your shed project, our guide helps explain the advantages and disadvantages of the two products.
How To Use Barn Design To Maximise Cow Comfort
Is there a best-practice barn design? How do I create a low-stress environment? What is the best way to maximise cow comfort? A barn design that prioritises cow comfort…
What Is The Best Loafing Barn Orientation?
Which direction should a barn face? What is the best loafing barn orientation? Covered housing systems and barns such as loafing barns and feed pad covers are becoming popular…
Loafing Barn Size – What Size Loafing Barn Should I Build?
Is there a recommended loafing barn size? What size loafing barn should I build? Loafing barns can play an important role in grazing dairy farms, providing a comfortable environment…
Standard Farm Shed Sizes
& Designs
The standard shed spans and sizes we offer have been extensively researched and designed to suit agricultural and farming operations.
If you require a particular size and shape please don’t hesitate to contact us and speak with one of our shed professionals.
| Span | Length | Height | Bay Size | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15m (50ft) | x | 24m | x | 6m | 8m |
| 15m (50ft) | x | 32m | x | 6m | 8m |
| 18m (60ft) | x | 32m | x | 6m | 8m |
| 18m (60ft) | x | 40m | x | 6m | 8m |
| 21m (70ft) | x | 32m | x | 6m | 8m |
| 21m (70ft) | x | 40m | x | 7.5m | 8m |
| 24m (80ft) | x | 40m | x | 6m | 8m |
| 24m (80ft) | x | 40m | x | 7.5m | 8m |
| 24m (80ft) | x | 48m | x | 7.5m | 8m |
| 24m (80ft) | x | 64m | x | 7.5m | 8m |
| 24m (80ft) | x | 80m | x | 7.5m | 8m |
| 30m (100ft) | x | 56m | x | 7.5m | 8m |
Design Options & Ideas for
Your Farm Shed
We offer a range of options to help you customise and tailor you farm shed to suit your needs.
Learn about these options and discuss your farm shed project design with our building consultants.
Australian-Made Steel Cladding
We offer two cladding profiles for your shed project – Trimclad® or corrugated iron.
While most of our farm shed build are clad with zinc cladding, we do also offer Colorbond cladding.
If you aren’t sure which options would best suit your shed project, our guide helps explain the advantages and disadvantages of the two products.
Helpful Articles
Sizing
Design Ideas
Cladding
Helpful Articles
How To Use Barn Design To Maximise Cow Comfort
Is there a best-practice barn design? How do I create a low-stress environment? What is the best way to maximise cow comfort? A barn design that prioritises cow comfort…
What Is The Best Loafing Barn Orientation?
Which direction should a barn face? What is the best loafing barn orientation? Covered housing systems and barns such as loafing barns and feed pad covers are becoming popular…
Loafing Barn Size – What Size Loafing Barn Should I Build?
Is there a recommended loafing barn size? What size loafing barn should I build? Loafing barns can play an important role in grazing dairy farms, providing a comfortable environment…
Sizing
Standard Farm Shed Sizes
& Designs
The standard shed spans and sizes we offer have been extensively researched and designed to suit agricultural and farming operations.
If you require a particular size and shape please don’t hesitate to contact us and speak with one of our shed professionals.
| Span | Length | Height | Bay Size | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15m (50ft) | x | 24m | x | 6m | 8m |
| 15m (50ft) | x | 32m | x | 6m | 8m |
| 18m (60ft) | x | 32m | x | 6m | 8m |
| 18m (60ft) | x | 40m | x | 6m | 8m |
| 21m (70ft) | x | 32m | x | 6m | 8m |
| 21m (70ft) | x | 40m | x | 7.5m | 8m |
| 24m (80ft) | x | 40m | x | 6m | 8m |
| 24m (80ft) | x | 40m | x | 7.5m | 8m |
| 24m (80ft) | x | 48m | x | 7.5m | 8m |
| 24m (80ft) | x | 64m | x | 7.5m | 8m |
| 24m (80ft) | x | 80m | x | 7.5m | 8m |
| 30m (100ft) | x | 56m | x | 7.5m | 8m |
Design Ideas
Design Options & Ideas for
Your Farm Shed
We offer a range of options to help you customise and tailor you farm shed to suit your needs.
Learn about these options and discuss your farm shed project design with our building consultants.
Cladding
Australian-Made Steel Cladding
We offer two cladding profiles for your shed project – Trimclad® or corrugated iron.
While most of our farm shed build are clad with zinc cladding, we do also offer Colorbond cladding.
If you aren’t sure which options would best suit your shed project, our guide helps explain the advantages and disadvantages of the two products.
Feedpad Cover and Barn Project Gallery
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Branxholme VIC
127.5m x 24m x 5m loafing barn with 6m canopy
Terang VIC
142m x 40m x 6m feed pad cover
Meningie, SA
68m x 24m x 5m feed pad cover
Myall VIC
76.5m x 24m x 5m loafing barn
Cooriemungle VIC
192m x 57m x 5.5m freestall barn
Macorna VIC
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1800 68 78 88
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