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Gallagher Weigh System provides today's performance conscious farmer with an innovative weighing system that is not only tough and reliable but also very simple to use.

Gallagher's weigh system consists of a set of two weight sensing loadbars and a weight read out indicator. Designed to suit all weighing requirements, 

Why should you weigh your livestock?

Today, leading producers recognize that livestock weighing is an essential component of effective farm and ranch management. Capable and reliable, and yet so simple to use - Gallagher SmartScale provides a weighing solution that contributes to more profitability and takes the hassle out of livestock management.

The regular weighing of live animals is vital to increased productivity and profitability. Well-informed management decisions come from animal weight data that is easily obtained and accurate.

The Gallagher SmartScale range of superior single-animal scales allow producers to:

• Measure feed conversion by monitoring weight gain over time to maximize yieldWell-informed management decisions are made for feed rationing to meet target weights by date. Information gained from the fast, accurate capture of body weight measurements from the SmartScale provides for more efficient use of time and resources on the farm and ranch. 
• Monitor animal healthAccurate measurement of body weight gives critical information about the health of the animal. Changes in body weight can provide an early indication of animal health problems. 
• Confirm animal weights prior to breedingThe live weight and condition of the animal can have significant impact on the breeding performance. 
• Determine weaning weightsThe future performance of the animal can be directly linked to the weight and maturity of the animal at the time of weaning. Monitoring of animal weight close to weaning with the highly accurate results from a SmartScale provides the most efficient means to maximizing the future returns from animals. 
• Select animals by weight for sale and slaughterSorting by weight for slaughter insures that maximum profits are returned to the grower by accurate selection of animals based on weight. 
• Evaluate breeding performance for genetic selectionAccurately tracking growth rates of progeny over time provides vital information for genetic selection and improvements in breeding performance. 
• Maximize the benefits of having animals fitted with Electronic Ear TagsA direct interface between Electronic Ear Tag readers and the SmartScale range of weighscales provides a significant opportunity to improve farm and ranch management practice. Error free identification of animals prevents incomplete or inaccurate records of animal number and weight information. Automatic ear tag scanning and hands free weighing of animals reduces labor requirements at the weighing site. Automated sorting systems result in complete hands free animal handling in the yards.

Weighing Systems Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to use RFID tags with my new scale?No, but they can make record keeping much easier, especially for the person who is  having to write down and manually input the records 

What can an scale do for me?A scale can help you collect, file and analyze almost any type of data whether it’s f field, crop, herd or individual animal management.

Can a scale hook up to any loadbars?Yes, gallagher scales are compatible with almost any loadbars on the market today.

Does SmartScale Indicators come with all the software I need for my computer?Yes, a MyScalePro CD is included with a SmartScale indicators which allows  you to download the data to your computer.

What makes gallagher different from the other data collection tools?Two things: 1) you are able to customize your fields of collection to your specific  needs. 2)  Gallagher is made to be easy to use for simplified customized data collection