Frames + Kits
Frames and kits, without nets, but come with the mounting hardware kits are listed below. If you are looking for a frame & kit for your current small net or to replace an EZ Feeder kit (no net) you'll find them here.
***If you are looking for the Hay Hoops which are pre-built with a net and either Pex or Conduit frames, go to the Hay Hoops page.
Pex Hay Hoop Kit: For mounting on fences or panels or take it with you. Includes hay hoop, pressure fit connector, 4 clamps with screws and/or nails to attach to board or rail fence, cable ties for panel/metal fencing, and detailed instructions - ** net is sold separately.
- To install: fold the open edge of the net over so you have a double layer, then weave the folded edge of the net onto the hoop, then push the hoop ends into the connector (will need to cut the size down if using Trailer Net), evenly spread the net out over the hoop & mount it on the inside (horse side) of fence/pen. The hoop is approx. 2ft in diameter
*** Shod Horses - hang high enough so the bottom of the net is at chest height or higher of the tallest horse.
*** Works best with our Trailer, Mini or Half nets. Square nets hold too much hay and will be too heavy for the hoop.
Metal Conduit Frame Kits: simplify daily feeding by converting your current Trailer, Mini or Half EcoNets into a handy fence feeder. Loosen 1 screw so you can separate the ends, then carefully fold the net opening over by 1 row of holes to make a double layer and then weave your net onto the conduit. Push the net along the Conduit as you weave it on, once it is all weaved on, reclose and tighten both the screws.
Attach with the enclosed fence mounting kit, does not include a latch to mount against a solid wall. Once mounted, you toss the hay into the open net between the fence rails & are done ... no more tying, hanging, or undoing nets to take to the hay pile & return to feed.
**Net is not included.
Corner Conduit Frame Kit: These are meant to be mounted in the top corner of a stall, shed or pen. Add a net, as described above, then mount using the hardware kitand toss hay in from the top. No opening + closing drawstrings, or taking net down to take to hay shed to fill. *Net is not included.
HOSE KIT for EZ Feeders: Available in Medium or Large. This kit is for weaving the net onto the hose, to attach to your round bale feeder. Included are the hose, connector, clamps, and cable ties.
- Start by inserting the connector into 1 end of the hose and tightening a clamp over top to secure.
- Weave every other hole of the folded edge net onto the opposite end (so you have a double-layered net wove on the hose), spread the net out over the hose, and then set inside your feeder. (weave 3 in + 3 out for 1" nets)
- Position inside the feeder & start to fasten in place (not too tight in case you need to adjust). When you get the hose attached all the way around the inside of the feeder, see how much extra hose there is & cut off the excess, slip clamp over the cut end & push to connect the 2 ends, tighten clamp to secure
- Do any re-adjusting of the net before tightening zip ties & make sure you have used enough so that the hose is attached at least every 1 ft along the inside of the feeder
- Done ... now you can put out a new bale of hay - we suggest placing the bale on its side if it will fit in the feeder. This prevents damage to hay from moisture and weather changes.
TIP: If SHOD horses have access to the net, be sure to hang so the bottom of the net is at chest height or higher. This way they shouldn't be able to paw & get caught or hung up on the net.
* Use caution with all SHOD horses & nets of any kind
