Pneumatic Cattle Crushes
High‑Efficiency, Low‑Stress Handling for Modern UK Livestock Farms
Pneumatic cattle crushes represent the next step in safe, efficient and welfare‑friendly livestock handling. Designed for farms that require speed, precision and reduced manual effort, pneumatic crushes use compressed air to operate key functions such as the head yoke, side squeeze, gates and chin bars.
This delivers smooth, quiet and controlled movement—ideal for reducing stress on cattle and improving safety for handlers. Whether you run a busy dairy unit, a large beef finishing enterprise or a high‑throughput handling system, pneumatic cattle crushes offer exceptional performance and reliability in demanding UK farming conditions.
Why Choose a Pneumatic Cattle Crush?
Our range of pneumatic cattle crushes is engineered for strength, durability and ease of use, helping farmers work more efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of animal welfare.
Pneumatic cattle crushes offer a number of advantages over manual and hydraulic systems, making them increasingly popular on progressive UK farms. Key benefits include:
- Fast, smooth operation with minimal noise
- Reduced manual effort, ideal for high‑volume handling
- Improved animal welfare through calm, controlled movement
- Enhanced operator safety with hands‑free or remote‑operated functions
- Consistent performance with fewer moving parts than hydraulic systems
- Lower maintenance costs compared to hydraulic alternatives
For farms handling large numbers of cattle or requiring frequent restraint, pneumatic crushes offer a significant boost in efficiency and safety.
Why Choose a Pneumatic Cattle Crush?
Pneumatic cattle crushes offer a number of advantages over manual and hydraulic systems, making them increasingly popular on progressive UK farms. Key benefits include:
- Fast, smooth operation with minimal noise
- Reduced manual effort, ideal for high‑volume handling
- Improved animal welfare through calm, controlled movement
- Enhanced operator safety with hands‑free or remote‑operated functions
- Consistent performance with fewer moving parts than hydraulic systems
- Lower maintenance costs compared to hydraulic alternatives
For farms handling large numbers of cattle or requiring frequent restraint, pneumatic crushes offer a significant boost in efficiency and safety.
Built for Strength, Reliability & Welfare
Pneumatic cattle crushes are designed to withstand the physical demands of handling large animals while ensuring calm, low‑stress operation. Common features include:
- Heavy‑duty galvanised steel frames for long‑term durability
- Quiet pneumatic cylinders that reduce noise and sudden movements
- Smooth, controlled head yoke operation to minimise stress
- Side squeeze panels that adjust gently to the animal’s shape
- Anti‑slip flooring for secure footing
- Rounded edges and smooth surfaces to prevent bruising
- Secure locking mechanisms for safe restraint
These features help cattle move naturally into the crush, improving safety for both livestock and handlers.
A Range of Pneumatic Cattle Crush Options
Our Pneumatic Cattle Crushes category includes models designed to suit different farm sizes, workflows and budgets.
Pneumatic Head Yoke Crushes
These crushes use compressed air to open and close the head yoke quickly and quietly. Benefits include:
- Faster catching
- Reduced stress for cattle
- Safer access for handlers
Ideal for farms where head restraint is required frequently.
Pneumatic Squeeze Crushes
Side squeeze panels adjust pneumatically to secure cattle safely and comfortably. Features include:
- Even pressure distribution
- Improved stability for veterinary work
- Reduced risk of injury
Perfect for tasks requiring close access, such as AI, pregnancy diagnosis or health checks.
Full Pneumatic Handling Systems
For high‑throughput operations, full pneumatic systems offer:
- Pneumatic head yoke
- Pneumatic side squeeze
- Pneumatic rear gates
- Pneumatic chin bars and drafting gates
These systems deliver maximum efficiency and minimal manual effort, ideal for dairy farms, finishing units, and large beef enterprises.
Designed for UK Farming Conditions
Pneumatic cattle crushes must withstand the realities of British livestock farming—mud, rain, cold weather and heavy use. Our crushes are built with:
- Galvanised steel for corrosion resistance
- Weather‑resistant pneumatic components
- Reinforced joints and welds for long‑term strength
- Low‑maintenance designs requiring minimal servicing
This ensures your crush remains reliable year after year.
Integrate Weighing & EID Technology
Many pneumatic cattle crushes can be upgraded with:
- Load bars and weigh platforms
- Digital weigh scale indicators
- EID stick readers and panel readers
- Drafting gates and sorting systems
These additions help farmers track growth rates, monitor performance and make informed decisions based on real‑time data.
Improve Safety, Efficiency & Animal Welfare
Pneumatic cattle crushes are designed to make handling safer, faster and more efficient. They reduce physical strain on handlers, minimise stress on cattle and support welfare‑friendly handling practices. Whether you’re carrying out routine treatments, weighing cattle, managing breeding stock or preparing animals for market, a pneumatic crush ensures the job is done safely and effectively.
Find the Right Pneumatic Cattle Crush for Your Farm
Explore our full range of Pneumatic Cattle Crushes to find durable, reliable and welfare‑friendly solutions designed for the demands of UK cattle farming. Whether you’re upgrading an existing yard or investing in a high‑performance handling system, we can help you choose the perfect crush for your herd and workflow.
