Maintaining clean, hygienic poultry sheds is one of the most demanding, and essential, tasks for egg producers. From removing manure under aviary systems to managing litter year-round, traditional methods can be labour-intensive, time-consuming and physically exhausting.
That’s where the Watavi EGGSITE electric walk-behind scraper comes in: a purpose-built solution that’s designed specifically to simplify and modernise poultry shed cleaning.
The Watavi EGGSITE: Designed for Poultry Farmers, Built for Efficiency
The Watavi EGGSITE is a complete electric scraping system tailored for egg production environments. Developed by Herefordshire-based egg farmer Trevor Waters and Somerset-based Marc Braddock, the machine takes the proven Westermann Farm Scraper platform and transforms it into a purpose-built poultry shed cleaning solution.
By adapting and modifying the standard Westermann electric scraper for use in chicken houses, Watavi has created a machine that is better suited to the unique demands of poultry farming, particularly cleaning beneath aviary and nest systems. The result is a practical, operator-friendly machine designed to save time, reduce labour and improve day-to-day shed management.
Whether you’re performing a full shed turnaround or managing litter daily, the EGGSITE offers a practical and efficient alternative to manual scraping under aviary systems.
A Complete Cleaning Package for Chicken Sheds
Unlike standalone machines, the Watavi EGGSITE electric walk-behind scraper is supplied as a fully equipped kit, ensuring maximum versatility straight out of the box. The package includes:
- EGGSITE electric scraper unit by Westermann
- TELEPIVOT telescopic arm with swivel head
- 800mm general-purpose sweeping scraper
- 450mm pull and push cutting blade
- 900mm pull and push cutting blade
Each component is designed to work together seamlessly, giving farmers the flexibility to tackle different cleaning tasks across the poultry shed.
Transforming a Proven Machine for Poultry Farming
The Watavi EGGSITE scraper machine contains a quiet yet powerful 800W electric motor, delivering emission-free operation that’s ideal for indoor livestock environments, and the 5mm galvanised chassis means it can be cleaned easily once the job’s done. The reliable rechargeable battery system enables up to 100 minutes of continuous operation at a top speed of 7 km/h. In the stop-start conditions of day-to-day mucking out routines, many operators find the battery comfortably lasts a full working day.
The machine has been created with aviary cleaning applications in mind, including its TELEPIVOT telescopic arm system and specialist scraper blades designed for cleaning under aviary systems and in confined areas. The pivoting head (up to 45° offset) ensures the scraper blades stay flat against uneven surfaces, maintaining consistent contact for effective cleaning.
With forward and reverse control operated via a simple thumb throttle, the EGGSITE responds effortlessly to your commands via the front axle, allowing you to:
- Push or pull debris with ease
- Dislodge stubborn, compacted manure
- Navigate tight spaces efficiently
The result is a smoother, faster cleaning process with significantly reduced physical strain.
Built for Real Poultry Farm Conditions
Durability is critical in poultry environments, and the WATAVI electric walk-behind scraper delivers a robust galvanised steel chassis designed to withstand moisture, slurry and daily wear.
- Up to 100 minutes of continuous operation per charge
- Battery-powered system with standard mains charging
- Compact width for navigating narrow shed aisles
- Optional “skinny wheels” for even tighter access
In real-world use, many farmers find the battery lasts a full working day due to stop-start operation during cleaning.
Improve Hygiene, Productivity and Chicken Welfare
Effective manure removal is about cleanliness, but more importantly, it’s about how cleanliness directly impacts flock health and productivity. Poor litter management can lead to ammonia build-up, increased disease risk and reduced bird performance.
By making regular cleaning faster and easier, the Watavi EGGSITE electric walk-behind scraper helps farmers:
- Maintain drier, cleaner shed conditions
- Reduce harmful ammonia levels
- Improve bird welfare and productivity
- Lower labour costs and physical strain
A Smarter Alternative to Manual Labour
If you’re tired of shovelling and dealing with back-breaking work, the Watavi EGGSITE offers power, reach and flexibility. It eliminates much of the manual effort involved in poultry shed cleaning while remaining simple to operate and maintain.
As poultry farming continues to evolve, the EGGSITE represents a shift toward efficient, operator-friendly and welfare-conscious farm management.
Westermann and Watavi UK at the Pig and Poultry Fair 2026
The EGGSITE scraper was showcased at the Pig and Poultry Fair 2026 alongside friends and industry partners Bowler Eggs, with Watavi supporting on their stand throughout the event.
The machine formed part of wider conversations with poultry producers around improving shed cleaning efficiency and reducing labour demands within modern housing systems. Visitors to the Bowler Eggs stand were able to see how the EGGSITE, developed from the proven Westermann electric scraper platform and adapted by Watavi for poultry applications, is designed specifically for cleaning beneath aviary systems and within chicken sheds.
By supporting Bowler Eggs at the event, Watavi was able to speak with poultry farmers about the day-to-day cleaning challenges faced within modern egg production systems and how the EGGSITE has been developed to help address them.
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To learn more about Watavi, head to www.watavi.co.uk/en.