Poly Hoof Block Stays In Place

Poly Hoof Block Stays In Place LIVESTOCK Health Creating a better hoof block that stays in place is the result of 75 years of experience working with plastics and adhesives The Bohning Block was introduced in 2020 with an all-new design that adheres well to a cow’s healthy hoof claw to keep the pressure off the damaged claw so it can be treated and heal “The durability and adhesion are what sets us apart The honeycomb design offers a lot of surface area to provide adhesion We’ve researched and tested different materials for durability ” says Holly Henrickson at Bohning Archery The Michigan company got its start making archery products and has since expanded into other industries An employee’s relative who is a hoof trimmer made Bohning aware of the need for a better block that lasts for at least six weeks without wear The result is the Bohning Hoof Block in two sizes Because no oil is used in making the urethane blocks and because of the honeycomb pattern the blocks stay on with any epoxy glue typically used on hoof blocks The blocks are bi-directional to use on either side of the hoof have a hole to hang on a peg and will last up to three months in rough field conditions according to customers who have used them One customer notes that the blocks keep their shape and don’t wear unevenly as some blocks do The hoof blocks are made in Michigan and are sold in packs of 50 and 200 for $137 to $530 depending on size and quantity They can be purchased through Bohning as well as at Leestone Armor Animal Health and other distributors and retailers Contact: FARM SHOW Followup Bohning Archery 7361 N 7 Mile Rd Lake City Mich 49651 ph 231-229-4247; intsales@bohning com; www BohningAg com

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