AMeasureyour pipe
Measure the pipe length and order one of our pre-terminated heating kits. They come complete with an in-built thermostat, 2m power cable and 13A plug.
BInstallCable
The kit also comes with aluminium adhesive tape which you will apply along the full length of the cable. The tape will keep the cable in place and disperse the heat around the pipe.
CApplyinsulation
The pipe and heating cable will need to be insulated to keep wind and rain/snow away from the pipe and maintain the heat. Caution labels are to be applied on the pipe to warn of the electrical cable.
DSwitchon power
You are now protected. The thermostat will energise the cable when the temperature drops below 3°C.
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Are you having problems with constant freezing of water and drainage pipes in the winter months? We can provide the perfect, easy to install solution.
Equitrace is our heating solution. It is a pre-made electrical heating cable that works directly from your local voltage supply. The cable-kit comes complete with an internal thermostat that detects when the temperature drops below 3˚C. It also has a 2m long power lead and a 13A plug to go straight into your regular power outlet.
Why use Equitrace?
Problems caused by frozen water
Occasionally, ice storms and adverse winter weather conditions result in reduced availability of water or frigid water, sheet ice and hard frozen ground. This can be a hardship for horse owners and detrimental to a horse's health.A decrease in water consumption results in a decrease in feed consumption and a resultant reduction in energy intake to maintain body temperature and weight during cold weather.
Inadequate water consumption may also lead to the impaction of feed in the intestinal tract and consequently result in colic.
Why is Snow bad for your Horse?
Snow is a poor substitute for fresh clean water. For each gallon of water required by the horse, 10 gallons of snow will have to be consumed and warmed to body temperature.
This is a major drain on energy reserves. Mature horses with no additional energy demands for growth, gestation or lactation will get by with snow, provided they are supplied with sufficient hay of reasonable quality.
However, foals, pregnant mares and older animals are at the greatest risk of developing dehydration and hypothermia.
Vet call out cost £40 to £50 then treatment cost generally cost of £150 min if horse only needs one visit.
Testimonials
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“Brilliant no more carrying water. Recommend to any yard small or large.”Mrs Chantel Siddle ,
Siddle Equine Service -
“Kept the water from freezing last winter. Recommend it to anyone.”Sue Chadwick BHSI,
Crosland Moor
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