THE possible need to keep poultry 'indoors' or under cover due to bird flu can bring enormous problems for free-range flock owners. Interhatch have the solution in their made-to-measure tunnel covers fabricated from white Loktex netting which incorporates durable flat tape threads and double lock-stitch tearproof technology to produce the ultimate woven shade and cover product.

Tested in the Middle East for UV life span in excess of 10 years, and in California for strength in storm conditions, the Loktex netting has proven its durability in the toughest of conditions and has the dual benefit over other types of overhead covering in that it is both translucent, allowing the maximum amount of light through and, being essentially a netting type product it allows excellent ventilation and provides a comfortable degree of shade whilst the mesh remains close enough to prevent ingress of bird droppings etc.

The tunnel covers are an economical and quick to install solution to the problem whilst allowing maximum comfort for the birds. Further details and easy measuring instructions are available in Interhatch's free brochure Netting and Reinforcement Products.

The brochure also includes Ground Protection Netting products which could be a useful addition if poultry are confined to a much smaller range. These durable nets are available in a variety of types from the lighter weight versions, ideal for use to prevent poaching of ground close to buildings, to the heavy duty versions designed to withstand heavy traffic in gateways or for grass car-parks etc.

Interhatch, Whittington Way, Chesterfield, S41 9AG Phone: 01246 264646 Fax: 01246 269634 Email: sales@interhatch.com, www.interhatch.com