Snap Lock Coops Offer Durable Housing Formex Manufacturing of Lawrenceville, Ga., manufactures and sells Snap Lock Chicken Coops made from high-density polyethylene. “The idea came from our engineer, who has chickens,” says company spokesperson Greg Boston. “He wanted to come up with a plastic solution that is both easy to ship and put together.” Founded in 1961, the company specializes in thermoforming plastic products. The proprietary line includes 32 sizes of dock floats for the marine industry, as well as transformer pads, duct spacers, duct terminators, and bore spacers for the utility market.  Snap Lock Coops are durable and require minimal maintenance. Each is made from UV-stable polyethylene that withstands the elements in both hot and cold weather, as well as cleaners and disinfectants. They’re also impervious to rot. When cleaning is necessary, a hose or a pressure washer will make them sparkle again. “Wood coops, in contrast, rot very quickly,” Boston says. The double-wall construction provides insulation that keeps the walls cool in summer and warm in winter, while adjustable ventilation lets you control air circulation. A removable litter tray simplifies cleanup. The design is predator-resistant, with lockable access points, yet still allows easy access for egg collection. Both the litter tray and the nesting trays are removable. Snap Lock Coop models include Standard (four to six chickens) and Big (12 to 15). The Standard Coop measures 42 in. long by 39 in. wide by 22 in. high (40 lbs.) and retails for $606. The Big Coop measures 64 in. long by 39 in. wide by 42 in. high (65 lbs.) and retails for $965. “Both coops fit into boxes that are FedEx and UPS approved, with no oversized charges,” Boston says. “Better yet, they typically take less than 30 min. to assemble.” No tools are required for assembly, and all hardware is included. Each coop is self-contained and lightweight, making it easy to move. This makes them ideal for attaching to a chicken-tractor-style frame. Still, more permanent setups are possible. The kit can be placed directly on the ground or attached to a wooden frame. “We have a stand with stairs and runs that are specifically designed for our coops,” Boston says. The coops are sold only through authorized Formex retailers. Listings on AliExpress and similar foreign sites are likely counterfeit. Contact: FARM SHOW Followup, Formex Manufacturing, Inc., 601 Hurricane Shoals Rd. NW, Lawrenceville, Ga. 30046 (ph 800-310-3867; sales@formex.com; www.snaplockchickencoops.com).

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