An overview of VAL-CO Nesting Systems for broiler breeders including the features and benefits of each system.

1. SYSTEMS

2. BREEDER & COMMERCIAL
EGG NESTS
• VAL-CO offers multiple nest options:
• Conventional
• Center Belt
• Standard Side Belt
• Comfort Side Belt
• Freedom Community Nest

3. CONVENTIONAL
NESTS
Conventional 10 and 12 hole
nests for breeders and
commercial eggs
• Hand gather nest systems
• Easy to assemble
• Snug-fitting removable
galvanized bottoms
• Hinged perches for nest
closeout

4. CENTER BELT
NESTS
Center belt automated nest for
Breeders
• One 8” center egg belt
• Coated wire nest bottoms
• Gradual slope for gentle egg rollout to
prevent cracks and checks.
• Hinged perches provide easy closeout
• Steep roof and unique anti-roost
guard prevent roosting and debris
build-up
• Large ventilation holes allow fresh air
flow

5. SIDE BELT
NESTS
Side belt automated nest for
Breeders
• Two 4” egg belts; one on each
side of the nests
• Hinged closeout lids to restrict
hen access
• Optional automatic lid closure
system
• Ventilated partitions allow fresh
airflow
• Molded plastic bottoms are
contoured to fit the natural shape
of the hen and are
• Available with turf or finger pads.

6. COMFORT
NESTS
Comfort side belt automated
nest for breeders
• Same great features as the
standard side belt nest but with
large 19” hole
• Provides much more hen space
• Provides fewer floor eggs; more
eggs to hatch
• Poly belt option provides
cleaner eggs with less
contamination

7. COMMUNITY
NESTS
Freedom automated community
nest for commercial breeders and
commercial eggs
• Available in flat top or shingle top
• High-rise or floor mounted, with
multiple leg lengths available
• Washable plastic tops and partitions
for additional biosecurity
• Low noise environment creates
superior laying conditions
• Perforated poly mats enhance egg
cleanliness
• Long-lasting Galvanized wire and steel
components

8. Nesting
Solutions
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