How Are Mink Cages Made? A Detailed Guide to the Manufacturing Method
Mink cages are made from galvanized wire or stainless steel wire, welded into wire mesh and then processed into cages. At present, hot-dip galvanized welded wire mesh is commonly used on the market. For mink cages, stainless steel material can last about 12 years, while hot-dip galvanized material can last about 7 years. So, do you know the accessories used to make mink cages and their advantages?
Common Specifications of Mink Cages
Mink cages are made by cutting welded wire mesh into panels and processing them. The manufacturing process is simple and convenient. The specifications are generally as follows:
Name Mesh Panel Wire Diameter Mesh Aperture Mesh Panel Size Quantity Used per Cage Set Cage Bottom 2.4mm 1"x1.5" inch 70x196cm 1 piece Rear Blocking Mesh 2.0mm 1"x1" inch 46x196cm 1 piece Top Cover Mesh 2.0mm 1"x1" inch 46x196cm 1 piece Feeding Mesh 2.4mm 1"x1" inch 23x196cm 1 piece Middle Grid Grating 1.8mm 1"x0.5" inch 46x140cm 5 pieces Both Side Meshes 1.8mm 1"x0.5" inch 46x70cm 2 pieces Small Door Panels 2.0mm 1"x0.5" inch 25x30cm 12 pieces Whelping Box Bottom Mesh Panels 1.6mm 1"x0.5" inch 25x30cm 12 pieces Large Door Frame 3.8mm iron wire craft 1 piece Threading Rods 3.8mm iron wire craft 4 pieces Hook-type Accessories Stamped products 30 pieces Spring Steel Wire Products 6 piecesFeatures and Scalability of Mink Cages
The main features of mink cages are that vertical rearing is easy to manage, saves space, effectively prevents infectious diseases, and improves the survival rate of suckling mink.
Mink cages can be properly adjusted according to the size of the site, and an automatic drinking water system can be added. The top mesh of the mink cage is made of 1-inch square-hole, 2.2mm Q195 metal wire welded and then hot-dip galvanized welded wire mesh panels. The feeding mesh is made of 1-inch square-hole, 2.5mm wire, and the bottom mesh has 1*1.5 inch holes, 2.5mm wire, made of low-carbon steel wire (hot-dip galvanized) and zinc-aluminum alloy wire welded and then hot-dip galvanized welded wire mesh panels.
For large cages with sizes of 50cm, 70cm and 90cm, the overall size is 2.2m, with 6 positions, and each position measures 31cm*46cm*90cm. The wooden box size is 206cm, made of 1.5cm thick plywood, with 3cm reserved on each edge for hanging. The door opening diameter is 10cm, wrapped with 0.4mm steel plate to avoid scratching the fur; the door opening can also be equipped with a wind deflector; the cage equipment is complete and the technology is profound. Only after multiple processing steps and assembly can a complete set of mink cages be produced. The manufacturer is confident in doing better for customers and welcomes merchants from all over to come and consult.
Placement Method for Mink Cages
The cage should be 40cm or more above the ground to ensure ventilation and air permeability. Poultry or other land animals can also be raised while raising mink.
Advantages of Using Mink Cages
Mink cages mainly use galvanized wire and stainless steel wire, welded into wire mesh and then processed into cages. Moreover, hot-dip galvanized welded wire mesh is commonly used on the market now, and its service life is as long as 12 years.
At the same time, mink cages also have the features of being easy to manage, preventing the spread of disease, and being properly adjustable according to the size of the site. However, this kind of mink cage generally only comes in large cage sizes of 50cm, 70cm and 90cm, with an overall size of 2.2m, 6 positions, and each position measuring 31cm*46cm*90cm. The wooden box size is 206cm, made of 1.5cm thick plywood, with 3cm reserved on each edge for hanging. The door opening diameter is 10cm, wrapped with 0.4mm steel plate to avoid scratching the fur;
There are now many different kinds of mink cages on the market, and farmers can choose a suitable cage according to the size of their farm.