S400 Semi‑Permanent Sheep Yard – Clipex Handling Equipment

🐑 Semi‑Permanent Sheep Yard – S400 Clipex Handling Equipment

The Clipex® S400 Semi‑Permanent Sheep Yard is a purpose‑built solution for UK farmers seeking strength, efficiency, and animal welfare in flock management. Designed to hold up to 400 sheep, this yard combines robust construction with intelligent design features, ensuring smooth flow, reduced stress, and safe handling for both livestock and handlers. Covering 189 m², the S400 is ideal for medium‑to‑large operations that require a durable yet flexible yard system for flock management.

Sheep Yard Key Specifications

• Capacity: Holds up to 400 sheep
• Design: Includes V‑Race with 3‑Way Draft
• Configuration: 4 contained areas
• Total Area: 189 m²
• Sheep Yard Components:
  • 30 × 2.2 m sheeted sheep hurdles
  • 5 × 2.4 m sheep gates
  • 2 sheep adapter posts
  • 1 V‑Draft module
  • 90 yard pins

Engineered for Strength and Durability

The S400 Semi‑Permanent Sheep Yard is manufactured from high‑quality galvanised steel, precision cut using CNC jigs to ensure accuracy and consistency. Every hurdle is supplied with 16 mm pins, included as standard, and features an extended foot plate with a hole that allows the pin to be secured or bolted to the ground. This design ensures stability, even under heavy use, while providing flexibility for semi‑permanent installation.

Sheep Yard Components in Detail

• 30 × 2.2 m Sheeted Sheep Hurdles – Provide secure boundaries and encourage smooth flow.
• 5 × 2.4 m Sheep Gates – Heavy‑duty gates for reliable access and control.
• 2 Sheep Adapter Posts – Ensure secure connections between hurdles and gates.
• 1 V‑Draft Module – Enables efficient 3‑Way drafting, with optional upgrade to 5‑Way.
• 90 Yard Pins – Supplied as standard, ensuring every hurdle and gate is securely fixed.

Efficient Sheep Flow with V‑Race and Drafting

At the heart of the S400 system is the V‑Race with 3‑Way Draft module, designed to streamline sheep movement and sorting. The V‑Race encourages natural flow, reducing hesitation and stress, while the draft module enables quick, accurate sorting by weight, tag, or treatment requirements. For farms requiring more complex operations, the system can be upgraded to a 5‑Way Draft, offering even greater flexibility.

Benefits for Farmers

• Animal Welfare First – Curved and sheeted hurdles reduce bruising and stress.
• Handler Safety – Strong gates and secure adapter posts provide safe access.
• Durable Construction – Galvanised steel ensures long service life in UK conditions.
• Flexible Layout – Four contained areas allow for separation, treatment, or drafting.
• Precision Drafting – V‑Race with 3‑Way Draft improves efficiency and accuracy.
• Semi‑Permanent Stability – Extended foot plates and pins secure the yard firmly.

Why Choose the S400 Semi‑Permanent Sheep Yard?

• Capacity for 400 Sheep – Ideal for medium‑to‑large flocks.
• Semi‑Permanent Design – Strong enough for long‑term use, flexible enough for reconfiguration.
• British Standards Compliance – Built to exceed UK farming requirements.
• Automation Ready – Compatible with modern drafting and weighing systems.
• Trusted Clipex® Engineering – Backed by patented designs and proven durability.

The Clipex® S400 Semi‑Permanent Sheep Yard is more than just a set of hurdles and gates – it’s a complete handling solution designed to improve efficiency, safety, and animal welfare. With capacity for up to 400 sheep, a V‑Race with 3‑Way Draft, and four contained areas, this yard system provides everything UK farmers need to manage flocks effectively. Built from high‑quality galvanised steel and precision‑cut components, the S400 delivers strength and reliability that will stand the test of time.

Invest in the S400 Semi‑Permanent Sheep Yard today – where innovation meets durability, and animal welfare meets efficiency.