Puesta Procavi Cañete, a male breeder facility located in Cañete, Spain, and part of Procavi S.L.—a major player in European turkey production—recently completed a successful six-month production cycle following the installation of the HATO FORTIS LED lighting system.
The initiative aimed to enhance lighting consistency, improve animal productivity, reduce maintenance demands, and drive down energy costs. The results exceeded expectations, demonstrating clear benefits in both performance metrics and operational efficiency.
Dedicated to maintaining high standards of breeding performance and animal welfare, the facility implemented the HATO FORTIS system as part of its commitment to continuous improvement. The project was carried out with the close cooperation of HATO’s engineering team to ensure tailored installation and maximum lighting efficiency.
The lighting upgrade was designed to achieve four key goals:
The HATO FORTIS LED lighting system was installed across the breeder house with input from both the HATO and site teams. The lighting performance and its impact on biological indicators were closely tracked throughout the six-month period to assess effectiveness.
The HATO FORTIS system delivered strong outcomes across multiple operational benchmarks:
• Lighting Performance: Uniform distribution created consistent environmental conditions for the birds.
• Reliability: No lamp failures occurred during the cycle, eliminating the need for mid-cycle maintenance.
• Animal Health: Bird weight gain remained steady without changes to feed levels or lighting schedules.
• Reproductive Performance: Semen quality remained consistently high with average volumes of 0.4–0.5 ml per male and over 5 million sperm cells per tube.
• Hygiene: The fixtures were designed for easy cleaning, supporting high biosecurity standards.
• Energy Efficiency: Significant savings were achieved by replacing fluorescent lights with FORTIS LEDs.
|
Lighting Type |
Quantity |
Power (W) |
Hours/Day |
Hours/Year |
Energy (kWh/year) |
Energy Cost (€/year) |
|
Fluorescent |
48 |
44 |
10 |
3,650 |
7,709 |
€1,156 |
|
HATO LED |
44 |
20 |
10 |
3,650 |
3,212 |
€481 |
This project highlights the value of integrating advanced lighting technology in poultry breeding environments. The HATO FORTIS LED system proved to be a high-performance, low-maintenance, and energy-efficient solution, contributing to enhanced productivity and cost-effectiveness. For facilities aiming to improve both biological outcomes and operational sustainability, smart lighting presents a powerful opportunity.