Automated Egg Collection Systems: Comparing Drum vs. Conveyor Belt Technologies

How Automated Egg Collection Systems Are Transforming Large-Scale Poultry Farms

As a poultry farm owner or manager, you know that manual egg collection is not just time-consuming—it’s also a major source of breakage, contamination, and labor inefficiency. With automation now offering measurable ROI in just 6–12 months, it's no longer a question of "if" but "which system fits your operation best."

Roller vs. Conveyor: What’s the Real Difference?

Both roller-based and conveyor-based systems aim to reduce human intervention—but their design impacts performance significantly:

In real-world installations across Brazil, India, and the Netherlands, farms using roller systems saw an average reduction of 22% in cracked eggs over 6 months—while conveyor users reported higher throughput but more frequent downtime due to belt slippage.

Key Questions Before You Install

Before making a decision, ask yourself:

• Do you have enough ceiling clearance? Roller systems typically need 1.2m clearance; conveyors require up to 1.5m.
• Is your power supply stable? Both systems run on 220V AC, but motors draw 1.5–2.0 kW per unit—ensure your circuit can handle peak load.
• Have you trained staff on daily checks? A simple 30-minute daily routine cuts unplanned stoppages by up to 60%.

Our client in Thailand—a 50,000-hen farm—saved $4,200/month after switching from manual to roller-based automation. They achieved this through reduced labor costs, fewer broken eggs, and better hygiene compliance.

If you're managing a farm with more than 10,000 hens—or planning expansion—you’re likely ready for automation. The key isn’t choosing between roller or conveyor—it’s selecting the one that aligns with your current workflow, maintenance capacity, and long-term goals.

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