Handy Devices

For years, Bruce Simons, Webb, Iowa, used 5-gallon buckets to feed and water his chickens. The system worked, but it was messy, with water and feed spilling everywhere. Simons designed a tray that can be slipped directly beneath the feed and water dispensers to catch the excess. He produced it on his 3D printer. Now, there is no wasted feed, and the water is contained -- a great, high-tech addition to the henhouse.

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-- CASH FOR YOUR IDEAS: Share with us your project ideas, and we'll pay you $400 upon publication. To submit a Handy Device, please send a complete explanation of your idea and clear photographs or detailed drawings. We'd like to see a video, too, but that's optional. If you've published your idea on social media (X, Instagram, Facebook), send us the link. With each entry, include your name, address and telephone number. Send Handy Device entries to: dan.miller@dtn.com. Sorry, but we cannot acknowledge submissions or return photographs, drawings or documentation.

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