Client : Ballygooney Pigs Ltd
Project
Specialist Heated Flooring Systems & Heating Buffer Tanks for Pig Rearing Sheds
Location
County Tyrone, Northern Ireland
Project Overview
Proline Mechanical was appointed by Ballygooney Pigs Ltd to design and install specialist heating systems across multiple pig rearing sheds at a major piglet rearing farm in County Tyrone.
The project was designed to provide a reliable and controllable source of heat within designated piglet rearing areas, supporting the farm’s expansion plans while maintaining consistent thermal conditions for newly arrived animals.
The installation centred around specialist heated flooring mat systems, supported by large heating buffer tanks within each shed. The system was designed to provide a consistent high-temperature heat supply to the individual heating pads, with timer-controlled operation allowing the farm to manage heating requirements efficiently.
For Proline Mechanical, the project combined specialist agricultural heating installation with the challenges of working within an operational farming environment and integrating new mechanical pipework with existing systems.
The Challenge
Working on an operational pig farm presents very different challenges to a conventional commercial construction project.
The installation needed to be carried out while maintaining the required farm conditions and avoiding unnecessary disruption to ongoing agricultural operations. At the same time, the new heating systems had to meet the demands of a modern piglet rearing environment and integrate effectively with existing infrastructure.
A particular challenge was connecting the new pipework and heating equipment to older pre-installed systems within the sheds.
The existing infrastructure had to be taken into account when designing and installing the new system, ensuring that the upgraded heating arrangements worked effectively without compromising the established services.
Each shed also had its own installation programme, with approximately three months allocated per shed.
This required careful planning, coordination and a practical approach to working within the agricultural environment.
Specialist Agricultural Heating Installation
Proline Mechanical designed, supplied and installed the specialist heating systems required across the pig rearing sheds.
The core of the installation was a series of heated flooring mats positioned within designated piglet rearing areas. These provided a controlled heat source where it was required, helping maintain consistent thermal comfort within the relevant areas of each shed.
The systems incorporated timer activation and controls, allowing the heating to be managed according to the farm’s requirements.
Proline Mechanical also installed large heating buffer tanks within each shed. These tanks were designed to support the high-temperature demand required by the heated flooring systems, providing a consistent supply of heat to the individual pads.
The completed installation provided the farm with a heating system that could be controlled easily while providing dependable performance across the designated rearing areas.
Designing Around Existing Infrastructure
One of the key aspects of the project was integrating the new heating installation with the existing mechanical infrastructure.
Agricultural buildings can contain established pipework and services that have been installed and modified over many years. Rather than treating the project as a completely new installation, Proline Mechanical had to work with the existing systems and incorporate new pipework in a way that was practical and reliable.
This required careful consideration of the existing arrangement before connecting the new heating equipment.
The result was an upgraded heating system that complemented the existing infrastructure while providing the additional capacity required for the farm’s expansion.
Working Within an Agricultural Environment
Proline Mechanical’s approach also had to reflect the specific conditions of a working pig farm.
Maintaining appropriate farm conditions throughout the works was an important consideration, alongside ensuring that the installation was completed to the required agricultural standards.
The team planned the work around the individual shed programmes, allowing the heating systems to be installed and commissioned while minimising disruption to the wider farming operation.
This practical experience is particularly important when undertaking specialist mechanical installation services within operational agricultural facilities, where the working environment can be very different from a conventional construction site.
Supporting Farm Expansion
The new heating systems formed part of Ballygooney Pigs Ltd’s wider expansion plans.
By providing additional heated rearing areas with a dependable and easily controlled heat source, the completed installations allowed the farm to expand its pig rearing capacity and accommodate new animals as planned.
The buffer tanks and heated flooring systems provided the consistent heat required within the designated areas, while the controls allowed the farm to manage the system according to its operational requirements.
The project therefore delivered more than simply a new heating installation; it provided additional infrastructure to support the farm’s continued development.
The Result
The installation was successfully completed across the individual pig rearing sheds, with approximately three months allocated to each shed.
The completed heating systems provided Ballygooney Pigs Ltd with a reliable, controllable and consistent heat source across the designated piglet rearing areas.
Most importantly, the works enabled the planned expansion of the pigging sheds to accommodate new animals while maintaining the required heating provision.
The combination of specialist heated flooring mats, large buffer tanks and controlled operation provided a practical heating solution designed around the specific demands of the farm.
Specialist Mechanical Contractor in County Tyrone
The Ballygooney Pigs Ltd project demonstrates Proline Mechanical’s ability to deliver specialist heating and mechanical installations in challenging agricultural environments.
As an experienced mechanical contractor in Northern Ireland, Proline Mechanical provides design, supply and installation services for heating systems, mechanical pipework and specialist building services across a range of sectors.
The company’s experience includes working with existing infrastructure, integrating new mechanical pipework and delivering systems designed around the specific requirements of each client.
For agricultural businesses, commercial operators and construction teams looking for a specialist mechanical contractor in County Tyrone, Proline Mechanical can provide practical mechanical installation expertise from initial design through to completion.
Looking for Specialist Mechanical or Heating Installation?
Proline Mechanical provides commercial and specialist heating installation, mechanical pipework and building services throughout Northern Ireland and Ireland.
From agricultural heating systems and industrial mechanical installations to commercial plumbing and building services, Proline Mechanical works with clients to deliver reliable systems designed around the requirements of each project.
Contact Proline Mechanical to discuss your next mechanical installation or specialist heating project.
