Berechnung der Sommer- und Winterluftraten aus tierphysiologischen Daten gemäß DIN 18 910 - 1

Abstract

With rising energy costs the demand for conscientious engineering, precise construction and professional management of ventilation and heating systems in animal houses is constantly growing. The methodical procedures for calculating these ventilation rates are described here. A case study on lactating sows shows the relationship between summer and winter ventilation rates and litter sizes and piglet weights. The example illustrates that with regard to these interdependencies, the air volume rates required are significantly higher than currently recommended. Simple software programs could help take individual conditions better into account.