Here they are caught by a head gate which can be either set to close manually or automatically. The processing chute unit has clearance at the back end for ease of access. As well fold down side panels allow access to the neck region for ease of needling. The facility has two holding pens for cattle in the main processing area. Showing the holding pens for cattle on the right, the alleyway with walkway on the left, and the scales and processing chute in the centre.
Cattle enter the alleyway from the holding pens and file down the alleyway, head to tail.
The alleyway is made of solid sided planking. Notice the walkway located alongside the alleyway for ease of moving cattle along. The scale is located in line from the alleyway. A sliding door allows cattle to move into the scale, where they are held before entering the processing chute. Cattle are easily weighed at any time they are handled.