Patz IntelliChain 510 Underfloor System
The Patz IntelliChain 510 Underfloor System pairs chain-driven auger control with embedded diagnostics and zone-level automation to minimize feed waste and labor in underfloor screw auger installations. Compared with heavier-duty competitors like Big Dutchman, the IntelliChain delivers competitive energy efficiency and simpler integration at a lower upfront cost, making it particularly attractive to small and mid-size operations seeking fast payback and easy serviceability.
Smart control — barn brain
Quiet operation — whispering unit
Smart control — barn brain
Quiet operation — whispering unit
Review Summary
"Users praise the Patz IntelliChain 510 for its robust build, smooth continuous operation and low maintenance over years of use; typical criticisms note a higher upfront cost and occasional chain alignment adjustments. Overall it’s viewed as a durable, professional-grade underfloor system for high-throughput facilities."
Heavy-duty build — tank tough
Chain-driven underfloor auger with fine feed metering for consistent manure removal.
Heavy-duty build — tank tough
Chain-driven underfloor auger with fine feed metering for consistent manure removal.
Time-Saving Convenience
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Eco-Friendly Living
The Patz IntelliChain 510 Underfloor System pairs chain-driven auger control with embedded diagnostics and zone-level automation to minimize feed waste and labor in underfloor screw auger installations. Compared with heavier-duty competitors like Big Dutchman, the IntelliChain delivers competitive energy efficiency and simpler integration at a lower upfront cost, making it particularly attractive to small and mid-size operations seeking fast payback and easy serviceability.
Smart control — barn brain
Quiet operation — whispering unit
Heavy-duty build — tank tough
Chain-driven underfloor auger with fine feed metering for consistent manure removal.
Integrated control panel and sensors for scheduled and automated operation.
Smart control — barn brain
Quiet operation — whispering unit
Heavy-duty build — tank tough
Chain-driven underfloor auger with fine feed metering for consistent manure removal.
Integrated control panel and sensors for scheduled and automated operation.
$6,000-12,000 CAD
Big Dutchman ProCleaner Auger System
The Big Dutchman ProCleaner Auger System is a heavy-duty, precision-engineered underfloor screw auger solution designed for high-throughput commercial barns and continuous-use environments. While it typically commands a higher capital cost than the other systems listed, its robust materials, advanced control options and global support network reduce downtime and total cost of ownership for large producers who need maximal reliability and long service intervals.
Modular design — snap-fit fun
Energy-efficient — sips power
Modular design — snap-fit fun
Energy-efficient — sips power
Review Summary
"The Big Dutchman ProCleaner Auger is commonly described as powerful and reliable with excellent cleanout performance and good controls; buyers mention that installation can be complex and that dealer support quality varies by region. Long-term users report consistent performance in heavy-use barns."
High throughput — workhorse
Robust screw flighting and reinforced troughs built for high-capacity houses.
High throughput — workhorse
Robust screw flighting and reinforced troughs built for high-capacity houses.
Time-Saving Convenience
Eco-Friendly Living
The Big Dutchman ProCleaner Auger System is a heavy-duty, precision-engineered underfloor screw auger solution designed for high-throughput commercial barns and continuous-use environments. While it typically commands a higher capital cost than the other systems listed, its robust materials, advanced control options and global support network reduce downtime and total cost of ownership for large producers who need maximal reliability and long service intervals.
Modular design — snap-fit fun
Energy-efficient — sips power
High throughput — workhorse
Robust screw flighting and reinforced troughs built for high-capacity houses.
Variable-speed drives and remote control options for adaptable performance.
Modular design — snap-fit fun
Energy-efficient — sips power
High throughput — workhorse
Robust screw flighting and reinforced troughs built for high-capacity houses.
Variable-speed drives and remote control options for adaptable performance.
$8,000-18,000 CAD
Farmer Automatic FarmCleaner FC-2000
The Farmer Automatic FarmCleaner FC-2000 is a cost-conscious underfloor auger system built for easy retrofit and modular expansion, offering solid performance for mid-size farms with constrained budgets. It trades some of the advanced automation of products like the Patz IntelliChain for simpler controls and lower purchase price, delivering a favorable short-term ROI and straightforward maintenance for users prioritizing low capital expenditure.
Full automation — lazy farmer's friend
Low-maintenance — set-and-forget
Full automation — lazy farmer's friend
Low-maintenance — set-and-forget
Review Summary
"Owners find the Farmer Automatic FarmCleaner FC-2000 to be a well-built, efficient auger system that handles manure reliably with relatively straightforward maintenance; some users point out occasional wear on components and longer lead times for replacement parts. It’s considered a solid mid‑range option for regular farm use."
Fast cleaning — blink-and-gone
Designed for straightforward retrofitting into existing underfloor channels.
Fast cleaning — blink-and-gone
Designed for straightforward retrofitting into existing underfloor channels.
Time-Saving Convenience
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Eco-Friendly Living
The Farmer Automatic FarmCleaner FC-2000 is a cost-conscious underfloor auger system built for easy retrofit and modular expansion, offering solid performance for mid-size farms with constrained budgets. It trades some of the advanced automation of products like the Patz IntelliChain for simpler controls and lower purchase price, delivering a favorable short-term ROI and straightforward maintenance for users prioritizing low capital expenditure.
Full automation — lazy farmer's friend
Low-maintenance — set-and-forget
Fast cleaning — blink-and-gone
Designed for straightforward retrofitting into existing underfloor channels.
Simple automated cycles with manual override for reliable everyday use.
Full automation — lazy farmer's friend
Low-maintenance — set-and-forget
Fast cleaning — blink-and-gone
Designed for straightforward retrofitting into existing underfloor channels.
Simple automated cycles with manual override for reliable everyday use.
$4,000-10,000 CAD
Jamesway Alley Scraper Auger System
The Jamesway Alley Scraper Auger System emphasizes rugged simplicity and low-maintenance operation, combining proven mechanical design with components rated for harsh conditions common in livestock facilities. Versus more electronic-heavy options, Jamesway’s approach yields lower ongoing service complexity and excellent longevity, making it a sensible choice where minimal downtime and ease of repair are the top financial and operational priorities.
Robust scraper — mudbuster
Easy retrofit — plug-in grin
Robust scraper — mudbuster
Easy retrofit — plug-in grin
Review Summary
"Jamesway’s alley scraper/auger systems receive strong marks for rugged construction, dependable daily performance and responsive customer service; a minority report mechanical wear after very heavy use and higher service costs in remote areas. Overall reviewers call it a dependable choice for commercial barns."
Consistent clearing — steady sweep
Heavy-duty gearbox and drive engineered for continuous barn operation.
Consistent clearing — steady sweep
Heavy-duty gearbox and drive engineered for continuous barn operation.
Time-Saving Convenience
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
The Jamesway Alley Scraper Auger System emphasizes rugged simplicity and low-maintenance operation, combining proven mechanical design with components rated for harsh conditions common in livestock facilities. Versus more electronic-heavy options, Jamesway’s approach yields lower ongoing service complexity and excellent longevity, making it a sensible choice where minimal downtime and ease of repair are the top financial and operational priorities.
Robust scraper — mudbuster
Easy retrofit — plug-in grin
Consistent clearing — steady sweep
Heavy-duty gearbox and drive engineered for continuous barn operation.
Low-noise, vibration-damped design to improve barn environment.
Robust scraper — mudbuster
Easy retrofit — plug-in grin
Consistent clearing — steady sweep
Heavy-duty gearbox and drive engineered for continuous barn operation.
Low-noise, vibration-damped design to improve barn environment.
$6,000-14,000 CAD
Canarm AgSystems FlexAuger UF-Series
The Canarm AgSystems FlexAuger UF-Series focuses on modularity and flexibility for underfloor screw auger layouts, offering quieter operation and adaptable routing that simplify installations and reduce labor costs. Compared to fixed designs from Big Dutchman or the more automation-centric Patz unit, the FlexAuger strikes a balance of lower installation time, customizable configurations and competitive energy use that appeals to operations planning phased upgrades or complex barn geometries.
Flexible routing — snake-like
Gentle handling — animal-friendly
Flexible routing — snake-like
Gentle handling — animal-friendly
Review Summary
"Canarm AgSystems FlexAuger UF-Series is appreciated for its modular design, quiet operation and easy integration under varied floor plans; however, some long-term users note faster wear on flexible sections and less widespread parts availability. Reviews generally view it as a modern, adaptable system with room for service improvements."
Corrosion-resistant — salt-proof
Flexible auger sections and low-profile troughs allow curved and compact installations.
Corrosion-resistant — salt-proof
Flexible auger sections and low-profile troughs allow curved and compact installations.
Time-Saving Convenience
Eco-Friendly Living
Skill Development & Mastery
The Canarm AgSystems FlexAuger UF-Series focuses on modularity and flexibility for underfloor screw auger layouts, offering quieter operation and adaptable routing that simplify installations and reduce labor costs. Compared to fixed designs from Big Dutchman or the more automation-centric Patz unit, the FlexAuger strikes a balance of lower installation time, customizable configurations and competitive energy use that appeals to operations planning phased upgrades or complex barn geometries.
Flexible routing — snake-like
Gentle handling — animal-friendly
Corrosion-resistant — salt-proof
Flexible auger sections and low-profile troughs allow curved and compact installations.
Energy-efficient motor options and smart control compatibility for modern farms.
Flexible routing — snake-like
Gentle handling — animal-friendly
Corrosion-resistant — salt-proof
Flexible auger sections and low-profile troughs allow curved and compact installations.
Energy-efficient motor options and smart control compatibility for modern farms.
$5,000-11,000 CAD