Thermoskin®
 
A safe, natural spray-on weathershield for sheep after shearing.




“Having seen the results at minus 5 degrees, I was able to sleep soundly knowing that I wouldn’t have to get up in the middle of the night if a cold snap was coming”

 

Kim Henderson, former NSW SMBA President

 

 

“Very efficient way to keep warm - one growers response “I normally lose 3-4% of my 5,000 stock from cold snaps, after using Thermoskin, I only lost one”

 

Allan Hood, Cooma NSW
 
What is THERMOSKIN®?

 

 
THERMOSKIN® is a Lanolin based liquid product proven to maintain body weight & condition of shorn animals.

 

THERMOSKIN®:  
  • Contains all natural ingredients and is 100% Biodegradable.
  • Is sprayed onto shorn animals to give them a protective coating from inclement weather for up to 6 weeks.
  • Protects and seals minor shearing cuts and nicks, will promote faster healing and reduce contamination.
  • Assists with maintaining constant body temperature.
  • Dries within 2 minutes of application and  sheep can be exposed to rain 10-15 minutes after application and it will not affect the efficacy of the product.
  • Is physiologically harmless and breaks down totally after 6 weeks making it environmentally friendly, so much so that it is actually edible.
  • Can easily be scoured.
  • Will not produce residues that are likely to adversely affect the environment through scouring plant effluent.

Thermoskin 25L Drum
 

 
How Does THERMOSKIN® Work And How Is It Applied?

 

 
  •  THERMOSKIN® can be applied to all ages and breeds of sheep.
  •  Sheep only require up to 50 mls per animal.
  •  No need to put a coat on sheep after shearing.
  •  Reduces the loss of condition and body weight of the sheep.
  •  Most animals treated with THERMOSKIN® gain substantially more weight than untreated animals.
  •  Is physiologically harmless.
  •  Does not damage or affect the wool.
  •  Is scourable using existing methods.
  •  Does not block the pizzle, anus or vulva of the animal.
  •  Can be used directly with solvent based treatments NOT WATER BASED.
  •  Dries within 2 minutes of application.
  •  Sheep can be exposed to rain 10-15 minutes after application and it will not affect the efficacy of the product.
  •  If sheep are exposed to Water Based Treatments (Backline), they must be TOTALLY DRY before treating with THERMOSKIN®
  •  Is sprayable through either the THERMOSKIN® Portable Automatic Spray System or by using a spray gun.

 

      Thermoskin Spray Unit
 
  Applying THERMOSKIN® 
  • Fill holding tank on machine with THERMOSKIN® Liquid through the filter and then reseal tank.
  • Open breather valve situated on top of tank.
  • Turn valve on base of tank to allow liquid to pump.
  • Turn on valve to allow return line to tank to prime system.
  • Take off all spray head cover caps (8) in total and ensure spray nozzles are clean. Wipe over with a methylated spirits treated cloth.
  • Connect the 240 Volt power to the socket on the unit.
  • Turn on machine with return valve open for a minute then turn return valve off.
  • All nozzles should start to spray a fine mist.
  • Machine remains off until ready to use. Turn machine on just prior to sheep entering.
  • To shut down the unit
  • Turn power off, and then disconnect 240V lead.
  • Close off the breather valve.
  • Turn off the valve on liquid line to pump.
  • Turn off valve on return to tank line.
  • Wipe spray nozzles with methylated spirit soaked rag and replace spray head cover caps.
  • High pressure clean if required.
  • MUST NOT RUN PUMP DRY – Ensure sufficient liquid in supply tank, otherwise pump will be damaged.
  • Keep spray nozzles clean by wiping with methylated spirits as product forms a skin in contact with air.

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