Future-Ready Farming Starts Here
For more than 85 years, Big Dutchman has set the global benchmark in housing, feeding and climate-control technology for poultry and pig farming. Today we bring that heritage of meticulous German engineering to producers across South Africa and neighbouring countries, combining proven international R&D with on-the-ground expertise, rapid parts supply and multilingual technical support.
Why Big Dutchman?
Proven Performance
55 + years of local experience, 80 + years globally.
Precision Engineering
Meticulous German standards ensure long service life and low maintenance.
Productivity Gains
Automated feeding, ventilation and climate control cut labour costs and raise yields.
Animal Well-being First
Designs that keep birds and pigs healthy, stress-free and highly productive.
End-to-End Support
From turnkey buildings to data-driven farm management, our experts stay with you every step.
Data-Driven Management
Sensors and software link feeding, climate and output for faster, better decisions.
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Our Products & Solutions
The AirMaster Blue series of fans combines ingenious technology and advanced engineering to provide efficient ventilation like never before. These fans feature a directly driven, stepless variable motor...
Combining the best of two worlds, the AirMaster Flex 140C is equipped with a V-belt driven, high-quality and efficient IE3 motor, which is suited to any type of power supply. The aerodynamic design of...
The AirMaster V140 and VC140 fans produce a high airflow rate where there is much resistance. Therefore, they are a good choice in barns with tunnel ventilation if the housing equipment causes high resistance...
AirMaster fans of the V130/VC130 series are mostly mounted in the gable for tunnel ventilation. Their metal housing has a long-lasting zinc-aluminium coating. The specially shaped blades are made of glass-fibre...
The Side Wall Curtain ensures ideal temperature inside the house. Moreover, it optimises ventilation, offering an airtight solution. During emergencies such as electricity cuts, the side wall curtain proves...
Efficient, cost-effective closing system Roller curtains are an excellent alternative to close tunnel doors airtight. They fit closely to the tunnel opening because of the negative pressure in the barn....
Office Details
Office Hours
- Monday - Friday : 07:30 - 17:00 Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays : Closed
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- Amalthea Road, Amalthea Precinct, Gosforth Park, Germiston 2094
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Future-Ready Farming Starts Here
Higher animal longevity & health
Health-centric housing, balanced feed and climate automation extend the productive lifespan of birds and pigs while reducing mortality.
Precision feed portion control
Automated weighing and dosing systems deliver exactly the right ration every time, boosting feed efficiency and cutting waste.
Bio-security & hygiene built in
Closed-system layouts, residue removal and smart airflow block pathogens and keep barns clean, safeguarding flock health and food safety.
Automated ventilation & climate stabilisation
Intelligent fans and sensors regulate temperature, humidity and fresh-air exchange around the clock, preventing heat stress and cold drafts.
Lower labour & energy costs
Integrated automation cuts manual tasks, while energy-efficient motors and smart controllers reduce electricity consumption for better margins.
