Chlorination unit (A2)

Chlorine dosing pumps, typically supplying 12.5% sodium hypochlorite, can either be mechanical (operated by physical water flow—figure 4 (A2.1)) or electronic (requiring electrical power—figure 5 (A2.2)). These dosing pumps need to have internal parts that are resistant to corrosion and degradation by chlorine and capable of resisting ambient weather conditions including extreme cold, heat and UV light, or otherwise be placed in protective housing. There are numerous suppliers of dosing pumps suitable for poultry farms. Equipment should be obtained from suppliers who can provide good technical back-up and service including spare parts. Plumbing fittings must be compatible with those used in Australia.

The dosing rate required will vary according to the quality of water and the farm usage rate and will require some initial trials to establish the desired results.

Figure 4 Mechanical Pump (A2.1)

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Figure 5 Electronic Dosing Pumps (A2.2)

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