Copele

Buyer's GuideAs a rough rule, allow around 0.5L of water capacity per bird per day and top up as needed.

• A few backyard hens — 1.5L to 5L Eco or Chips drinkers are easy to fill and clean.
• A growing flock — 8L to 12L drinkers cut down on daily refills.
• Larger or free-range setups — 35L and 45L silo drinkers hold days of water at a time.
• Day-old chicks — use small chick or 1st-age drinkers so birds cannot climb in or spill.

Pro TipPick a feeder capacity that holds at least one day of feed so birds always have access without waste.

• Plastic hoppers (2–16kg) — light, easy to move and simple to refill.
• Galvanised steel feeders — tougher option for larger or long-term flocks.
• Feeders with legs — lift feed off the ground to keep it clean and reduce spillage.
• Linear chick feeders — give many chicks room to feed at once during the first weeks.

Handy GuideProvide roughly one nest box for every four to five hens and place nests in a quiet, shaded spot.

• Single and multi-department nests — scale the number of departments to your flock size.
• Collective laying nests — suit larger flocks and can be extended as you grow.
• Nest mats and baskets — keep eggs clean and reduce breakages.
• Nests with legs — lift the nest off damp ground and make egg collection easier.

Safety FirstNewly hatched chicks need a warm, draught-free brooder and always-available clean water.

• Infrared lamps — always fit the lamp holder with a protective guard and secure it well above bedding.
• Nanny Hen heater — a lower-wattage, contact-style alternative to a heat lamp.
• Chick drinkers — shallow designs stop chicks getting wet or chilled.
• Egg candlers — check fertility and development during incubation without opening the machine.

Handy GuideRegular cleaning keeps birds healthy and makes Copele equipment last for years.

• Rinse drinkers daily — refresh water and wipe out the cup or plate to limit algae and bacteria.
• Scrub weekly — wash plastic parts with warm water and let them dry in the sun.
• Protect galvanised steel — keep it dry when not in use to preserve the rust-resistant coating.
• Store spares — keep replacement nipples and rings on hand so a fix is never far away.