Customer Case Study · Senegal
Senegal 17,280-Bird Layer Farm Project with A-Type and D-Type Cages
Livi Machinery developed an integrated layer farm solution for a Senegalese customer planning a commercial farm of approximately 15,000 layers. Based on two poultry houses measuring 12 m × 40 m each, the project combined A-type and D-type layer cages with automatic and manual feeding equipment, creating a designed capacity of 17,280 layers and supporting the transition from house planning to equipment installation and commissioning.
Project Background
A commercial layer farm requires more than selecting a cage model. The target bird population, poultry house dimensions, cage arrangement, operating aisles, feeding direction, auxiliary equipment and future management requirements all need to be considered together.
The customer’s poultry houses in Senegal were already under construction, with each building measuring approximately 12 m × 40 m. The final combination of layer cages, equipment arrangement and feeding configuration had not yet been confirmed. Livi Machinery analyzed the available building space and the customer’s production target, then developed a coordinated layout based on A-type and D-type layer cages, feeding equipment and related farm systems.
Customer Requirements and Planning Challenges
Matching the Existing Poultry Houses
The cage rows, aisles, feeding direction, inspection routes and maintenance areas needed to fit two buildings with fixed dimensions. A standard product selection without layout analysis could result in inefficient space use or installation conflicts.
Converting the Target into a Buildable Plan
The customer’s initial target of approximately 15,000 layers had to be translated into a defined cage quantity, arrangement and designed farm capacity.
Coordinating Feeding and Auxiliary Systems
Feeding equipment had to be planned alongside cage rows, worker access, power requirements and future operation. Other systems also needed to be considered during the layout stage.
Connecting Design with Overseas Delivery
For an international project, equipment dimensions, interfaces, packaging, transportation, installation conditions and commissioning support must be considered before production.
Integrated Layer Farm Equipment Solution
Livi Machinery used an A-type and D-type layer cage combination for the two 12 m × 40 m poultry houses. The solution included automatic and manual feeding equipment and was planned as an integrated equipment configuration rather than as a standalone cage order.
| Project Item | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Project location | Senegal |
| Initial production target | Approximately 15,000 layers |
| Poultry houses | Two houses, approximately 12 m × 40 m each |
| A-type layer cages | 72 sets |
| D-type layer cages | 72 sets |
| Total cage quantity | 144 sets |
| Automatic feeders | 4 units |
| Manual feeders | 2 units |
| Designed capacity | 17,280 layers |
The final cage specifications, row arrangement, equipment interfaces and operating configuration are subject to the confirmed technical drawings, quotation and contract. Local regulations, animal welfare requirements, climate conditions and project standards should also be considered before operation.
Layout Planning for the 12 m × 40 m Poultry Houses
- Define the equipment arrangement from the building dimensions. The house width and length were used to coordinate cage rows, equipment direction, worker aisles and service areas.
- Coordinate cage rows with daily operating routes. Feeding, inspection, replenishment, maintenance and sanitation requirements were considered together so that the arrangement could support routine farm management.
- Reserve conditions for auxiliary equipment. Feeding, drinking, manure removal, egg collection, ventilation, cooling, lighting and environmental control systems may involve structural fixing, electrical supply and installation space.
- Optimize capacity within practical operating conditions. The designed capacity of 17,280 layers was developed through the combined consideration of cage configuration, building dimensions, equipment arrangement and operational requirements, rather than by simply maximizing stocking space.
Why the A-Type and D-Type Cage Combination Was Used
The combination of A-type and D-type layer cages was selected to respond to the existing poultry house conditions and the customer’s production objective. Cage selection for a commercial layer farm should be evaluated together with:
- Target layer population and production planning;
- Poultry house length, width and structural conditions;
- Cage arrangement, aisle width and maintenance access;
- Feeding, drinking, manure removal and egg collection requirements;
- Local climate, ventilation and cooling requirements;
- Power supply and local maintenance conditions;
- Investment planning and possible future expansion.
For poultry houses that are already built or under construction, a customized equipment layout is often more important than applying a standard cage combination without adjustment.
Automatic Feeding and Supporting Equipment
The project included four automatic feeders and two manual feeders. The feeding arrangement was coordinated with the cage rows, feeding direction, operator access and equipment service areas. For a designed capacity of 17,280 layers, this type of coordinated planning helps make daily feed distribution more organized and supports consistent farm management.
Depending on the customer’s operating model and project conditions, a commercial layer farm may also consider the following systems:
- Automatic nipple drinking system;
- Automatic manure removal system;
- Automatic egg collection system;
- Poultry house fans and wet-pad cooling system;
- Air inlet and environmental control system;
- Feed silo and feed conveying system;
- Automatic lighting system;
- Backup power and other project-specific facilities.
The appropriate automation level depends on the local climate, electricity reliability, labor availability, management approach, investment plan and future expansion requirements. A farm does not necessarily need to install every system at the same stage.
Project Implementation Process
01 · Requirement Confirmation
The project location, bird type, target population, poultry house information, automation requirements and project schedule were confirmed.
02 · House Condition Analysis
The two 12 m × 40 m houses were reviewed for cage rows, equipment direction, access routes and auxiliary equipment locations.
03 · Equipment Configuration
The confirmed configuration included 72 A-type cage sets, 72 D-type cage sets, four automatic feeders and two manual feeders.
04 · Capacity and Technical Review
The layout and equipment quantity were reviewed to establish a designed capacity of 17,280 layers and confirm the project details.
05 · Production and Delivery
After technical confirmation, the equipment proceeded through production, quality inspection, packaging and international transportation.
06 · Installation and Commissioning
The project continued with on-site installation and commissioning support in Senegal, connecting the original layout plan with an operating layer farm system.
Stage Results and Project Value
- A defined cage configuration was established: the project moved from an undecided equipment combination to 72 A-type cage sets and 72 D-type cage sets, totaling 144 sets.
- The existing house space was used more systematically: the layout was developed around the two poultry houses already under construction, helping align the building conditions, cage arrangement and auxiliary equipment.
- The designed capacity reached 17,280 layers: the initial target of approximately 15,000 layers was translated into a specific project capacity through layout and equipment planning.
- Design and delivery were connected: the project progressed beyond preliminary quotation to equipment production, overseas delivery, installation and commissioning support.
Planning Lessons for Overseas Layer Farm Projects
This Senegal layer farm project demonstrates a practical planning principle: confirm the poultry house and production target before finalizing the cage and automation configuration.
Customers planning to build, expand or upgrade a commercial layer farm should prepare the following information before equipment design:
- Target number of layers;
- Number and accurate dimensions of the poultry houses;
- Whether the houses are completed or under construction;
- Preferred cage type and automation requirements;
- Local temperature, humidity and daily temperature variation;
- Power supply conditions and backup power needs;
- Site installation conditions and project start time;
- Investment plan and possible future expansion.
For a poultry house that is already being built, accurate architectural drawings and internal dimensions are especially important. Confirming the layout and equipment interfaces in advance can help reduce later modifications and make transportation, installation and commissioning more coordinated.
A Structured Approach to Commercial Layer Farm Delivery
Starting from the customer’s initial target of approximately 15,000 layers, Livi Machinery planned the A-type and D-type layer cage combination, automatic feeding equipment and related systems for two 12 m × 40 m poultry houses in Senegal. The final design capacity was established at 17,280 layers, with the project progressing through equipment production, delivery, installation and commissioning support.
A practical project sequence is: define the bird population → verify the poultry house dimensions → complete the cage layout → configure automation → confirm technical interfaces → produce and transport the equipment → install and commission the farm system.
