Otro
Evaluation of recycled tiles and OSB ceiling materials in closed broiler house prototypes
Registro en:
Revista Brasileira de Ciência Avícola. Fundação APINCO de Ciência e Tecnologia Avícolas, v. 11, n. 4, p. 219-224, 2009.
1516-635X
10.1590/S1516-635X2009000400002
S1516-635X2009000400002
WOS:000276475000002
S1516-635X2009000400002.pdf
Autor
Cravo, JCM
Fiorelli, J
Lahr, FAR
Fonseca, R da
Cruz, VC da
Resumen
This study aimed at evaluating the thermal performance of a modular ceiling system for poultry houses. The reduced- and distorted-scale prototypes used ceiling modules made of reforested wood and were covered with recycled long-life package tiles. The following parameters were measured for 21 days: tile internal surface temperature (ST), globe temperature and humidity index (WBGT), and radiant heat load (RHL). Measurements were made at times of highest heat load (11:00 am, 13:00 pm, and 03:00 pm). Collected data were analyzed by R statistics software. Means were compared by multiple comparison test (Tukey) and linear regression was performed, both at 5% significance level. The results showed that the prototype with the ceiling was more efficient to reduce internal tile surface temperature; however, this was not sufficient to provide a comfortable environment for broilers during the growout. Therefore, other techniques to provide proper cooling are required in addition to the ceiling.