Farming Monthly National March 2018 | Page 34

| Muck & Slurry Midland Slurry Systems - no mucking about Midland Slurry Systems Limited was formed in 1985 and has grown into one of the most respected companies in its field in the UK, specialising in the supply and maintenance of industrial and agricultural waste-water treatment installations and animal slurry management. e have built up a loyal customer base of circa 300 farms and businesses, covering from the north of the country down to the south coast. Stocking an extensive range of spare parts and fittings to cover all of our installations, we run 3 fully equipped service vans staffed with highly skilled engineers to provide the back-up that is required. Our products are selected only from manufacturers with a worldwide reputation for serviceability and long life, and all are backed by the manufacturers' guarantees. In all cases, our own service provision and pre-arranged maintenance schemes complement the manufacturers' guarantee period. We offer a range of products to suit all requirements, depending on animal numbers and bedding materials. Our slurry separation systems are tailor-made to suit our customers’ requirements. We provide screw press machines and W roller brush units, depending on the required duty, in most cases a submersible mixer is added which makes the material more uniform to be presented to the separator. Dirty water systems are one of our best-selling ranges. The pump package comes with all the relevant safety devices to protect the progressive cavity pump and enable it to perform to its optimum level. Float switch and timer controlled, this type of system enables the disposal of dirty water on a day to day basis, whilst making better use of storage facilities. We also offer all types of slurry scraper systems. The addition of a chain, rope or hydraulic system to your livestock building enables the animals to stay cleaner and save labour. Sand laden manure systems are one of our specialities, from conveying the materials using auger systems to a full sand reclamation installation; both of which we have installed and are operational on UK dairy farms. Our control panels are designed 34 | Farming Monthly | March 2018 specifically for each individual requirement using quality electrical components to control and protect the machines installed. Midland Slurry Systems pride themselves on being one of the only family run slurry handling businesses in the country, with an unbiased view on the best individual components to suit your requirements. From a complete system for two thousand cows, or a for a single pipe fitting, we can cater to your needs. For further information, please contact the office on 01608 664219 or alternatively Giles on 07831 480206 or Ben on 07881 780590. Our website can be found at www.midlandslurrysystems.co.uk www.farmingmonthly.co.uk