Disinfecting Footbath Mats

As science continues to draw back the curtain on infectious pathogens that affect our daily lives, we are increasingly focused on contamination prevention. Nowhere is this more important than for the agricultural sector of our economy. Preparedness can take many forms: healthy living conditions, proper ventilation, appropriate diet, and contingencies to minimize external contamination.

When a visitor from another farm or simply from outside of the current livestock holding area arrives, they can be carrying with them contaminates that may compromise all of your hard work. Not necessarily on purpose; simply walking through some infected area may cause them to carry pathogens on the soles of their shoes.

Celina’s solution for this cross-contamination is use of the Disinfecting Footbath Mat. Each mat is made from PVC, Mesh, and a liquid-containment sponge interior that holds whatever kind of disinfecting solution you prefer. When in use, mats are set with the mesh side up and the disinfectant is poured onto the mat. The PVC bottom and edges keep the liquid within the mat so that none can escape and possibly pollute the ground water supply. Enough liquid is contained to cover the bottom of shoes and boots without actually rising high enough to soak into footwear.

All mats are made using heat weld technology; this allows us to avoid any sewing, which creates a myriad of holes that would let any liquids escape. Disinfecting Footbath Mats are made in two sizes: 24” x 28” and 36” x 72”, and should only be used on level surfaces to prevent leakage.

Why Micro-Weld Technology is the Superior Choice

Common radio frequency or high frequency (RF/HF) welding creates a welded seam by combining pressure and heat to combine the outer layers of two adjacent materials. The frequencies used by the sealing machines are turned to the specific frequencies for the materials in use, heating the materials throughout. Phasing from a heating cycle to a cooling cycle while under pressure ensures an even seal through the bar or die area, creating a new uniform layer of material which is often more secure and solid than either of the original materials.

One major drawback of this process occurs in the advent of seal failure – once a seal begins to separate, the rest of the seal soon follows, much like a row of falling dominoes. To combat this Celina has developed Micro-Weld Technology™ for use with our RF and HF sealing machines.

Through the use of these Micro-Welds, the seal that is created becomes more tear-resistant. The same strength that is attributed to a normal RF/HF seal still remains, while the force required for breaking said seal and continuing failure along a single seal line is increased exponentially. Even when the seal is compromised at more than one location, the remainder of the seal retains the same tear resistance throughout, making individual fail points easier to find and fix before the problem escalates.

Micro-Weld Technology™ is just one of many sealing options offered by Celina, which also include bar and die stationary seals, the use of our traveling RF/HF welder for mass-quantity orders, and stationary and traveling hot-air rolling welders. For more information, visit contact us at sales@celinatent.com.

Winterizing Barns: Cut Costs and Save Money

It’s the time of year to start thinking about closing the doors and curtains on your barns.  Makes you wonder: what condition are your curtains in?  Do they have holes, are there tears, or is the stitching allowing the poles to become exposed?  Do they fully cover your openings or has wear and tear left them shorter? All these factors can allow outside weather into your barn, not only driving up your heating bills but endangering the health of your livestock.

Did you know-you can lose from 5% to a full 10% of the internal heat in the barn to worn curtains? The larger the size of the tear or hole, the larger the amount of heat loss.  Adding to the heat lost is the intrusion of snow, sleet, rain, and wind that can make interior conditions less than agreeable.  All of these winter hazards increase the overall heat loss, and may also cause drafts for your animals, which may cause an increase of livestock health issues.

Here at Celina Industries, we can help you decide which curtain will best fit your needs and tighten up your barn for the winter.  We offer both standard curtains and an insulated variety depending on your specific needs. All of our barn curtains can be made with our trademark Triple Stitch Technology™ or heat welded hems per your request. Before the snow flies, fix those curtains to decease the overall lose to the farm.

Introducing Celina's Superior Barn Curtain Liners

Celina’s variable lines of agriculture curtains have expanded to include the Tunnel Curtain, a staple in most hog and turkey barn installations. In the same vein as our standard and insulated agricultural curtains, our Tunnel Curtains have been researched and designed to promote advancement in engineering we’re capable of implementing.

As the air flow in most barn systems dictates, the tunnel curtain provides the entry point for the bulk of the air that is drawn in by wall fans on the opposite end of the barn from the curtains. With much of the barn’s sides still sealed off from the environment, the tunnel curtain is lowered or raised to control the amount of air that can be pulled into the barn interior. This system allows for the cycling of a vast majority of the barn’s interior atmosphere. Since the pull on the curtains increases as the opening decreases, the tunnel curtains themselves need to have a high tensile fabric strength in order to remain intact through repeated use and hours of tension on the support pockets and fabric itself.

Through the use of heat welding, Celina’s tunnel curtains have exhibited exceptional resistance to wear and breakdown over time. Heat welding, achieved through our hot-air welders, creates a seam or seal that is stronger than the base fabric the product is made from. Utilizing the best in sealing techniques allows us at Celina to deliver the highest quality product imaginable.

Call our Industries Agriculture Consultant at 1-800-324-0654 to ask about any of our agricultural products!

Agri-Barrier Insulated Barn Curtain

It’s never pleasant to think about, but as winter draws nearer it becomes all the more important to make sure your barns are ready for chilly weather. You’ll want something that will last and function as expected. Our line of Agri-Barrier™ curtains are made with your interests in mind, from function to pricing and everything in between.

Each Insulated Barn Curtain is made with using Celina’s triple-stitch technology, with three material layers for maximum effect:

1.       Outer Layer – 13 oz. PVC

The outside of the barn curtain is the first defense against wintery weather; the 13 oz. polyvinyl chloride is both durable and UV resistant. This protects the interior air-buffer layers from any possible rupture due to rain, hail, or possible debris. The reduction of UV breakdown means that the curtains can withstand the day-to-day exposure.

2.       Center Layer – Bubble Wrap

Sewn to both of the outer layers, the bubble wrap provides an even layer of buffering that is the bulk of the insulation. As the bubbles are created in a solid sheet, this means that only the bubbles along sew lines are compromised. This also means that the insulation will not fall or collect at the bottom of the curtain. Even if a few of the bubbles are broken, the bulk will remain in place and continue to function even when damaged.

3.       Inner Layer – 4.8 oz. PE

The inside of the curtain doesn’t need to be as strong or resilient as the outer layer does, but will protect the insulation layer from minor scrapes and bumps. The change in material from the outer layer makes the overall curtain lighter and more economical. As the inside of most barns are not exposed to weather, no UV resistance is necessary and the extra thickness would amount to little added value.

Don’t be caught with work to do as the days become shorter and your cows are mooing from the cold. Order your Insulated Agri-Barrier Barn Curtains today and be ready for frosty seasons. And while you’re visiting us, be sure to check out all of our Agricultural products!