The Feokumo 6 Compartment Metal Nesting Box is a roll-away laying system designed for backyard flocks and small farm operations housing up to 30 hens. The forward-tilted floor moves eggs into a covered collection tray automatically, reducing breakage and keeping eggs away from hens after laying. The unit is all metal construction, so nesting pads or bedding material are necessary for hen comfort and to cushion eggs during the roll.
Specifications
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Dimensions: 32.6" L x 16.9" W x 24.4" H
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Compartments: 6 individual nesting bays
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Recommended Capacity: Up to 30 hens
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Construction: All-metal with painted finish
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Egg Collection: Roll-away design with forward tilt and covered collection tray
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Ventilation: Side ventilation holes for airflow
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Mounting: Wall-hanging design, height adjustable
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Compatible Poultry: Chickens, ducks, geese; also suitable for rabbits
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Included Hardware: Mounting hardware, screws, gloves, screwdriver
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Assembly: Bolt-together construction with included instructions
Whether This Nesting Box Fits Your Coop Setup
This unit is designed to hang on a wall rather than stand freely. If your coop has a solid wall to mount against, the box installs securely and the open back is not an issue. If you plan to use it freestanding in the center of a space, the open back panel will be a drawback.
The roll-away system works best with thin nesting pads or a light layer of bedding. Thick bedding material placed in the laying area will obstruct the egg roll and defeat the purpose of the design. For flocks with larger breeds, the standard bay dimensions accommodate bigger hens comfortably.
What to Expect from the Feokumo 6 Compartment Nesting Box in Real Use
Assembly involves a significant number of screws and is more straightforward with two people, though one person can manage it with patience. The instructions are generally accurate, and careful attention to part orientation during the build makes the process smoother.
Hens adapt to the boxes without much trouble, and the roll-away function does move eggs forward without cracking them under normal conditions. There are two practical limitations worth knowing going in.
First, the lid over the egg collection tray has gaps that can allow droppings onto eggs, particularly if hens roost on top of the unit, which they tend to do. Some owners place cardboard or another barrier beneath the lid to reduce this. Second, the painted finish on the top surface shows wear from hen traffic over time.
The unit is all metal with no insulation, so in cold climates, bedding choices matter for hen comfort in winter. Including something soft where eggs land in the tray is also advisable, especially for flocks with thinner-shelled eggs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does the roll-away system work with nesting pads or bedding inside the box?
The roll-away function depends on the forward tilt of the laying surface remaining clear enough for eggs to move toward the collection tray. Thin nesting pads work without interfering with the roll.
Thick bedding material, such as deep straw or heavy nesting pads that fill the bay, will stop eggs from rolling forward and they will remain where they were laid. If you want the automatic collection feature to work consistently, keep any nesting material thin and positioned toward the back of the bay.
Does this nesting box need to be mounted to a wall?
The design is built for wall mounting. The back of the unit is open, which means it relies on a wall surface behind it for full enclosure of the laying space. It can be positioned without wall mounting, but the open back will be exposed and the unit will be less stable.
If your coop has a suitable wall, mounting it at a height that gives hens easy access while keeping the egg collection tray at a comfortable reach for you is the recommended setup.
Will the metal construction make the nesting box too cold for hens in winter?
Metal conducts cold, so the interior of the box will reflect ambient temperatures in an unheated coop. The boxes themselves do not provide insulation. Hens will use them through winter without issue if you provide adequate bedding inside the bays to give them a warm surface to sit on while laying. The side ventilation holes support airflow in warmer months but do mean the interior is not sealed against cold air. Standard management practices for a cold-climate coop, such as deep bedding and draft control, apply here as they would with any metal laying system.
