OverviewPasture Mat is a pasture-style mattress system designed to replicate the characteristics of natural pasture to extend lying times and support dairy cow health. First introduced in 1994 and continuously developed since, Pasture Mat is used on dairy farms across Europe and the USA. Premium Pad is an optional foam overlay that enhances comfort and protects joints.
Pasture Mat - Key Benefits- Increases resting/lying times for improved animal welfare
- Proven long service life in many installations (reported up to 17 years)
- Simple installation and upgrade process for existing cubicles
Premium PadPremium Pad is fitted to new or existing Pasture Mat mattresses to provide an additional cushioning layer between the mattress core and the top-cover, helping to reduce pressure on joints and hocks and to lower the risk of abrasions.
- Additional cushion layer between mattress and top-cover
- Reduces pressure on joints and hocks during rest
- Improves overall lying comfort
- Reduces hock abrasions
- 5-year warranty on Premium Pad
- Use of certified Premium Pad foam maintains full Pasture Mat cover warranty
Files & ResourcesDatasheets, fixing instructions and fitting details are available for both Pasture Mat and Premium Pad. Additional resources such as installation guides and the Wilson Agri brochure can be downloaded from the product page.
Technical specifications- Product type: Pasture-style mattress system for dairy cattle
- Introduced: in use since 1994 (Europe and USA)
- Expected product life: long service life reported (up to 17 years in many cases)
- Installation: easy to install and upgrade; Premium Pad can be retrofitted to new or existing mattresses
- Comfort features: additional cushion layer (Premium Pad) to reduce pressure on joints and hocks and lower abrasions
- Warranty: Premium Pad 5-year warranty; certified Premium Pad foam preserves full Pasture Mat cover warranty