Chicken Cat is produced by JTT Conveying A/S in Denmark
One of the core areas of the firm is the development and the production of specialized equipment for the poultry industry in collaboration with producers and veterinary authorities.
In addition, the firm is known for production, sales, parts and service of conveyors to a number of areas within the industry. To See more, please follow the link www.jtt.dk.
Key benefits
- Minimum losses due to the extremely careful method of catching broilers
- Avoiding stress at the loading
- Broilers do not try to escape or hide in corners and as a result there are very little losses at the slaughterhouse
- Great efficiency: 8,000 to 9,000 broilers handled per hour
- Improved quality at the loading of the containers
- Reduction of labour cost. Only three people are needed for the process
- One person is enough to capture the chickens
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Catching Broilers Has Never Been Easier
The necessity of developing the Chicken Cat arose from relatively high losses due to injuries sustained by the manual catching of the broilers and the strict rules and regulations combined with the high cost of labour.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to the most common questions about the Chicken Cat broiler harvester
What is the capacity of the Chicken Cat?
The Chicken Cat delivers high operational efficiency with a handling capacity of 8,000 to 9,000 broilers per hour, allowing fast and effective loading operations.
How many operators are required to run the machine?
Only 3 people are needed for the entire process:
- 1 person operates the radio remote-controlled capturing unit inside the poultry house.
- 2 people manage the container filling station at the loading platform.
How does Chicken Cat protect animal welfare during catching?
The capturing system utilizes counter-rotating drums equipped with soft, long rubber fingers. These gently lift the broilers onto the conveyor without causing stress, injuries, or bruising. Because the broilers stay calm and do not attempt to escape, mortality and slaughterhouse losses are minimized significantly.
Which container systems is Chicken Cat compatible with?
The Chicken Cat loading platform is designed to integrate seamlessly with major container systems in the market, including:
- Easy-Load
- Linco Load / Maxi Load
- Stork-Container System
- Anglia Autoflow
- Larco
What are the key technical specifications?
Key technical details include:
- Power source: 3-cylinder Diesel engine (43 hp)
- Drive & Steering: Four-wheel drive (4WD) with radio remote control
- Machine weight: Approx. 2,600 kg (Trailer approx. 800 kg)
- Reach: Telescopic conveyor extending up to 9.5 meters (Scanning range up to 24 m)
Who produces and services the Chicken Cat?
The Chicken Cat is developed, manufactured, and serviced by JTT Conveying A/S in Denmark. The equipment is developed in close cooperation with poultry producers and veterinary authorities. JTT Conveying provides spare parts, maintenance, and expert support globally.
