is a must to keep pigs healthy. Drinking water that is clean at source still encounters several sources of contamination on its way to the animal. In places where water stands still for long periods of time (such as dead-end pipes, bends and sagging pipes), a biofilm forms.
Biofilm is a contamination on the inside of the water pipe, created by a precipitation of iron, manganese, calcium and various additives to the water, such as medicines. Biofilm should be prevented at all times, as many diseases(, , , Streptococcen, Stafylococcen, Campylobacter, etc.) can survive in biofilm.
MS Schippers offers various articles for cleaning and maintaining tap water. The products are specifically aimed at professional livestock farming and ensure that tap water is cleaned and disinfected. This prevents the harmful effects of poor drinking water quality.