Ridgeback™ Barns The Future of High Performance Dairy Shelters
20% higher air exchanges for healthier herds and better productivity.
Heat stress, poor air quality, and bacteria growth are challenges no farmer wants to face. Ridgeback™ barns deliver 20% higher air exchanges per hour compared to traditional barns, ensuring your cows stay cooler, healthier, and more productive.
A Superior Roof For Any System
Whether you’re managing effluent with a flood wash, operating a composting barn, or providing shelter for calves, Ridgeback’s™ innovative curved roof optimizes airflow and creates a healthier, more comfortable environment for your herd.
Composting Barns
Ridgeback™ is the ultimate roof solution for composting barns. Its innovative design increases airflow by up to 20%, creating an optimal environment for the composting process while providing superior shelter and comfort for your cows.
Flood Wash Systems
For calving facilities, Ridgeback™ delivers a secure, well-ventilated environment that supports healthy calves. Its durable steel construction and superior airflow ensure a dry, comfortable space, perfectly suited for wood chip or sawdust bedding.
Calving Barns
Ridgeback’s™ innovative roof design is a great match for flood wash systems with rubber matting, enhancing cow comfort and simplifying cleaning. Its increased air-flow promotes quicker drying, ensuring a cleaner and more hygienic surface.
Innovative Features, Built to Last
20% Higher Air Exchanges
The patented curved roof maximizes natural ventilation, reducing heat stress and limiting harmful bacteria growth.
Hot-Dipped Galvanised Trusses
Durable, corrosion-resistant trusses ensure a longer lifespan and superior performance in all environments.
Flexible Design
Customizable layouts to optimize feed and water delivery and improve overall barn efficiency.
The Roof That Changes Everything
At the heart of the Ridgeback™ barn is its patented roof design, providing unmatched ventilation:
- 20% more air exchanges per hour to keep your cows cool and comfortable
- Natural ventilation that reduces heat stress and improves herd health
- Lower risk of bacteria buildup, creating a healthier environment for better milk production
Exclusive to NumatAGRI in New Zealand, the Ridgeback™ roof is a game-changer for farmers looking to improve efficiency and productivity.
Strength You Can Count On
50-Year Building Consent
Ridgeback™ shelters come with a 50-year building consent, reflecting their expected durability.
Weather Durability
Ridgeback™ shelters are engineered
to withstand New Zealand’s
harshest conditions.
Structural Stability
High quality, hot-dipped galvanised steel beams for optimal strength and stability.
Low-Maintenance
Steel construction ensures exceptional durability, minimizing wear and tear for a low-maintenance barn year after year.
Keep Your Pasture, Control Your Production
With a Ridgeback™ shelter, you can protect your pasture and maximise control over your production. It’s a reliable solution that gives you year round peace of mind.
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"I’ve worked with a lot of building agencies and stuff with lots of things happening on farm constantly. With Numat, this was just very smooth."
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for a free consultation and find out how Ridgeback can work for you.
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