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Animal Shelters Built to Last for Generations

Whether you're building a feed pad or a composting barn, protect your herd with a purpose-built animal shelter that will last a lifetime. Or Two.
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Built for Generations

Increase cow comfort and milk production with an animal shelter that will stand the test of time. Designed for durability and efficiency, quality materials ensure your animal shelter stands strong for generations to come.

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Structural Steel Rafters

5-10mm thick structural steel rafters provide maximum durability and rust protection to ensure a lasting and valuable addition to your property.

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Timber Poles and Framing

Pre-dried timber makes it lighter, easier to handle, and resistant to warping over time. H5-treated timber poles and H3.2-treated framing also provide a structure that will last for future generations to use.

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50-Year Building Consent

Let our in-house team of experts handle the complex council process, saving you the headache of navigating compliance requirements on your own.

Design Capabilities

Alpine’s in-house design capabilities mean that we can design an animal shelter that will work for your specific requirements.

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Vented Ridges

Vented ridges are a critical design element. Using proven design methods allows maximum airflow and ventilation to ensure optimal composting conditions.
The vented ridge design depends on what span your building is, and how many cows will be residing inside. Alpine’s design team can help you design an animal shelter that will work for you.

Designed For Your Requirements

Customise your design for different herd size requirements and feedlane configurations.

Download Your Animal Shelter Brochure

Download a brochure to answer your questions about your shed project.
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Your Dream Shed, Brought to Life

Alpine’s refined system provides a seamless experience from concept to completion, delivering a shed that’s designed for your needs and built to last for generations.
Step 01

Consultation & Concept

Your ideas and needs come first. Receive personalised concepts and detailed cost estimates tailored to your project.

Step 02

Design & Consent

Our in-house team handles the design and consent process, saving you time and stress.

Step 03

Delivery & Build

Your kitset arrives clearly labeled for a smooth, straightforward and streamlined assembly.

FAQs

Got questions? You’re not alone. Find clear, straightforward answers to the most common concerns about designing, building, and customising your shed.
What is the most common roof pitch for a composting barn?
The industry standard roof pitch for a composting barn is 18°. This helps to maximise airflow and remove moisture from the building, which is essential for effective composting. 
What is the typical vented ridge throat?

The throat or opening at the ridge should typically be about 1.5% of the total building width. However, this depends on a number of factors; get in touch with the team to find out what is best suited to your needs.

What retaining system should I use?

Retaining is essential to contain the compost and stop water from entering the composting area. The most durable option is concrete nib walls.

Timber retaining walls are also a good option and are more cost-effective;  however, they can be damaged by tractors when tilling the compost. 

How long do Alpine's herd homes last?

Alpine uses thick structural steel rafters and timber framing to get the most durable building. This means you get a 50-year building consent, while many cheaper options will only get a 25-year building consent.

 

Designed for durability and efficiency, quality materials ensure your animal shelter stands strong for generations to come.

Richard Harden
"Everything worked well, we had all the materials here when we needed. The quality of the timber was excellent."
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Maximise The Return On Your Investment Alpine Call to Action
No matter what system you choose, animal shelters take a lot of time, money, and effort to construct.
With many options available designed only to last for 10-20 years, invest in a structure that will stand the test of time and endure for generations.

Do it once. Do it right.