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Numat rubber matting the ‘Easy Choice’ for Eloise Stevenson
For Eloise Stevenson the decision to improve the flooring for her barn’s main entrance with Numat rubber matting was an easy one.
For Richard van Ras, Numat’s rubber matting was a lifesaver
The matting reduced pugging, allowing Richard and son, Johan, to bring their farm up to 2400 cover, ready for calving season.
9 Years of Healthier Cows with Numat Matting
Rex Hines’ dairy farm in Motumauoho has had Numat rubber down for near on nine years. Matthew Murdock, who has been managing the farm’s herd for the past two years, says its one of the best...
The comfort zone – Looking underfoot and overhead on a Southland farm
“You can see that, given hay or matting, the cows definitely prefer the matting when given the choice.”
Comfortable cows the secret to success at Isla Bank dairy farm
Dairy farming in Central Southland for 14 years, Paul Hardegger has seen first-hand how rubber matting improves cow wellbeing, track maintenance, and farm productivity.
10 years and counting at Swanslea Farm in Kopaurahi
Henry Schipper has had our rubber matting in his yard for just under 10 years. His favourite aspects of the mats are durability and cow comfort.
Improving cow comfort and pasture management with rubber matting
“Previously, in late winter and spring, the decision to stand cows off was often compromised by deteriorating conditions on the stand-off area. Now the only criteria is, do they need to stand...
Comfortable Rubber Matting for the Horses at Almaree Park Equestrian Centre
The stable matting at Almaree Park is modern, easy to clean, and non-slip.
Comfortable and Happy Cows at Normandy Land, Thanks to Numat Matting
The new rubber matting for the feedpad at Normandy Land, Matamata is durable, long-lasting and perfect for the cows’ well-being.
Putting a Stop to Swollen Legs at Thornicroft Station
The deer at Thornicroft Station no longer get swollen legs, all thanks to Numat’s Unimat.
Productivity in the shed is up, milking times are down
All thanks to the soft-cushioning of the ComfortZone foam mats, which ease foot, leg and back pressure on the staff.
The “Rolls Royce” of matting for deer at Raincliff Station, South Canterbury
The durable, user-friendly rubber matting that is now installed at Raincliff Station allows for increased comfort for the deer and workers alike.
Protecting Deer Feet at Otago Deer Transport
Otago Deer Transport has been using Numat stock crate mats in their specialized deer crates for 12 years.
New Float Floor Makes For One Happy Horse
When it came to renovating her horse float, Kayla Redshaw knew rubber matting was a must.
Numat rubber matting, an all-round surface solution
Dairy farmer Peter Marwood says he discovered Numat at the Mystery Creek Fieldays and decided to install the ErgoMat in the pit of his shed and also in his daughter’s horse stable.
ComfortZone Pit Mat: A Real Life Saver
Stepping back onto the cold hard concrete of the pit floor after a broken back just about destroyed Oubaas Pretorius. Fortunately, he found ComfortZone Pit Mat and is now back doing what he loves.
Rubber Mats for the Rhinos of Hamilton Zoo
They may have hides like Rhinoceros’s, but the Rhinos at Hamilton Zoo still need their creature comforts.
Shaving Costs and Improving Care
Location: Te Horo | Products: Kura
An End to Sore Feet in the Yard
Location: Matamata | Products: Legend | Size: 380m2
Rubber Surfacing Solves Slipping in Herringbone Shed
Location: Te Awamutu | Products: Legend | Size: 110m2
Entry, Exit and Ramp Matting Solves Dairy Farmers Slipping Problems
Location: Whakatane | Products: Legend | Size: 126m2
Saving Deer Hooves and Worker’s Feet at Tikikino
Location: Tikokino | Products: Unimat | Size: 520m2
Happy Cows on Cow Carpet
Location: Koromiko Dairies | Product: Cow Carpet
Tracking Nicely at Awapuni Racecourse
Location: Palmerston North | Product: Kura
A Rational Decision For Northbank Station Deer
Location: Rakaia | Products: Unimat, Legend | Size: 290m2
[Watch] No More Slipping For The Cows Of Kaimanawa Farm
A major reduction in lameness and a big increase in cow comfort – it’s a good news dairying story straight out of the Waitaki Valley.
[Watch] The Wilson Sisters Reduce Slips In Their Stable
When the Wilson Sisters noticed their horses slipping on the concrete floors in their Northland stables they went looking for a solution. They found it in the form of Numat’s Unimat stable matting.
Little Ben Station reduces lame cow numbers with Legend
A major reduction in foot problems and an effluent containment problem under control has made this Legend mat installation a breathtaking success.
A Big Reduction In Numbers of Lame Deer
Location: Te Awamutu | Product: Unimat | Size: 215 square meters
Easy Off And On With Horse Float Ramp Mat
“Since applying the mat he loads straight up first time with no issues. He also unloads well and doesn’t try pull me down the ramp.”
Kura – The Ultimate Stable Floor
Time and costs associated with maintenance and labour were creeping up. It seemed the best way to address this was to install rubber matting. Numat’s Kura was the answer.
Improving Cow Flow And Reducing Lameness With Kura
“It really has improved cow flow – they’re practically running across it.”
Increased stand-off time with Kura matting
“The matting was the best economic option for us. As a stand-off pad, I would say it will pay for itself in less than 10 years.”
How a Waitaki farm stopped pugging with Cow Carpet
“The cows love it. There have been no rips or tearing and no mess – after a bit of rain it looks as good as new.”
Rubber Matting Reduces Horse Bedding Costs
“The horses are happy to lie on the rubber matting, which eliminates the need for straw or sawdust.”
Kura Saved His Farm
The wettest Waikato winter in 30 years meant Wayne had to standoff his cows on Kura matting for a solid month. The results were astounding.
How slat matting helped this Southland farm eliminate slip injuries.
Southland farmer Barry Pannett was having major problems with crook joints and cows skinning themselves on concrete slats in his three herd homes.
Ascot Farms Horse Walker Surfacing
Ascot Farms needed a horse walker mat that was thicker, stronger and more durable than what they’d previously had. Kura was the answer.
Red Deer on Unimat Rubber Matting
Deer hooves on concrete floors make for a noisy day at the office. For Te Awamutu velvet farmer, John Hunter, relief came in the form of Numat’s UniMat rubber matting.