In large poultry farms and small farms, incubators are used for breeding. For the poultry farmer, it is important to choose a machine that will meet all the needs of the chicks breeding process, and contribute to increasing productivity. Consider the car brand "Blitz norm 72", its characteristics, advantages and disadvantages.
Description
An incubator is a device for hatching eggs to obtain a brood of chickens. The apparatus supports all the conditions necessary for the process: temperature and humidity conditions, heating uniformity by changing the position of the eggs. 
The hen is not always able to complete the incubation process, so in many cases it is advisable to use an incubator.
The story of the appearance of the brand "Blitz" started in 1996, in the Russian city of Orenburg, when the purchase of such devices was difficult. The poultry breeder enthusiast in search of a solution to this problem assembled a homemade car.
Familiarize yourself with the technical characteristics of such popular incubators as the “Layer”, “Stimul-1000”, “Neptune”, “Remil 550 CD”, “Kvochka”, “Universal-55”, “IPH 1000”, “Stimulus IP-16” , "AI-48", "Ideal hen", "TGB 140", "Ryabushka-70", "Universal 45", "TGB 280".
The product, designed in the usual garage, had a demand from friends, and then from friends of these friends. The popularity and demand for homemade products triggered the creation of their own enterprise, whose products are constantly being improved and are in demand by many poultry farmers in Russia and other countries.
Specifications
Operating parameters and dimensions:
- device power - 137 W;
- battery power - 12 W (purchase separately);
- battery operation without recharging - 18 hours;
- net weight - 4 kilograms;
- dimensions: 700х350х320 mm;
- product warranty - two years.
Production characteristics
At the request of the customer add to the standard trays grid for quail eggs.
The amount of material to be placed:
- chicken - 72 pcs .;
- duck - 57 pcs .;
- goose - 30 pcs .;
- quail - 200 pcs.
Did you know? The embryo breathes in the egg through microscopic pores in the shell. For three weeks of maturation through the pores inside Six liters of oxygen pass, and 4.5 liters of carbon dioxide are released. Nutrition for future chicks are yolk nutrients.
Incubator Functionality
Production Characteristics:
- the case of the device is sheathed by polyfoam which perfectly keeps heat;
- inside the incubator chamber is galvanized, which makes disinfection procedures possible;
- there is a viewing window on the top cover;
- the swivel mechanism for the trays changes position every two hours, the tilt is 45 ° C, the permissible error is 5 ° C;
- work, both from a network, and from the accumulator. In the event of a power outage, the device automatically switches to battery mode;
- temperature readings are regulated by an electronic thermometer, are displayed, the accuracy of the readings is 0.1 ° C;
- in case of violation of the temperature mode, the sound signal is triggered;
- the ventilation system evenly distributes heat and automatically adjusts the level of humidity, there is a mechanical humidifier.
Advantages and disadvantages
According to consumer reviews, there are such advantages of the Blitz device:
- possibility of visual control of work through the top cover;
- the possibility of hatching eggs of many species of bird (pheasant, guinea fowl), except for those listed above;
- ease of use, even for a beginner;
- the ability to add water without opening the lid;
- availability of air cooling fan;
- informative screen with regime indicators.
Did you know? Nature took care of a device that helps the chicks break through the shell. On the beak they have what is called "egg tooth"which he rubs cracks. After the birth process, the build-up falls off. By the way, all egg-laying (crocodiles, snakes) have such a device.
Among the few drawbacks noted: the inconvenience of water holes, the complexity of the installation of material in trays.
Instructions for the use of equipment
After purchasing the device and familiarizing yourself with its characteristics, it is necessary to make a test run. 
Preparing the incubator for work
The incubator is placed on a flat surface, the right amount of water is poured into a special container. Then set the tray for eggs, build the selected mode and close the lid. The device is connected to the network, left to warm up for two hours.
Important! Before laying eggs should check the battery performance.
Egg laying
Fertilized eggs (checked with an ovoscope) are placed in trays with the pointed side down.
Next, set the desired mode:
- for waterfowl offspring - temperature 37.8, humidity - 60%, gradually increase to 80%;
- non-waterfowl - the temperature is the same, humidity is 40%, with a subsequent increase to 65%.
Further include the rotation mechanism and the incubator itself.
Incubation
The control circuit of the incubation process:
- Check the temperature daily, adjusting as necessary.
- Air twice a day by opening the lid for a quarter of an hour.
- Every three days, check all modes and mechanisms, add water.
Familiarize yourself with the incubation of chicken, quail, duck, turkey, goose eggs, and also Indoot and Guinea Fowl eggs.
Incubation of chicken eggs lasts 21 days, on the 19th day they turn off the turning mechanism, pour water into the container. Willingness to birth is checked with the help of an ovoscope. During the readiness period, at the wider end of the egg, the appearance of an air cushion appears, and a squeak and crackle can be heard from the egg itself.
Hatching chicks
During the normal course of incubation, all the offspring will hatch within 24 hours, pecking the middle part of the shell, the babies will then rest at both ends with their heads and paws, trying to break it in half. After the process is completed, the chicks need to dry out and rest in the machine itself.
During this time, the flagellum, which connects the former embryo with the egg, dries out and falls off. 
After a couple of hours of rest, the kids are placed in a warm box, in a lighted place. Give offspring water and food.
Important! If the chicken doesn’t eat, it’s not necessarily a health problem. The reason may be that the nutrients that the embryo received from the yolk are not fully absorbed.
Device price
Cost of devices, depending on the modification:
- in rubles - from 6.500 to 11 700;
- in UAH - from 3,000 to 5,200;
- in US dollars - from 110.
findings
The Blitz Norm 72 incubator meets all the characteristics and parameters necessary for successful poultry farming. He is able to independently solve the problem of a sudden power outage, without requiring your presence. 
The device also automatically maintains the desired temperature and humidity, which does not require human intervention. The incubator is easy to manage (detailed instructions are attached to the product), the main thing is to know the parameters and modes necessary for each species of birds.
Its price is relatively lower than foreign analogues. Chinese-made devices are also popular and good reviews from domestic poultry farmers: HHD 56S, QW 48, AI-48.
