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Single Person Operation. Patented Action. Australian Made.

The Most Capable
Australian-Made Calf Marking Cradle on The Market

Developed with a deep understanding of the challenges of running cattle with a small team. Made to eliminate the labour intensive throwing, lifting and dangerous getting in the race, calf processors have been putting up with for years.

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40+

YEARS EXPERIENCE

QLD

ENGINEERED & BUILT

100%

AUSTRALIAN-MADE

MAJOR INDUSTRY AWARDS

The Spin a Calf was built for producers who are fed up with throwing, lifting and getting in the race.

Developed with a deep understanding of the challenges of running a mob with a small team, a stand up calf marking cradle that brings the calf to you, instead of putting you in harms way.

Calves aren't all the same size. From one month old to weaner, the Spin a Calf handles every age, ratchet squeeze technology sizes up and down for varying calf ages, and a manual squeeze function holds them all firmly. Minimises handling stress and weight loss, without compromises.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

EVERYTHING YOU NEED. NOTHING YOU DON'T.

Every feature was designed to take you out of the race, no more throwing, lifting or getting in there with the calf.


Mini Headbale

Ratchet technology sizes up and down for varying calf ages

Rotating Work Platform

Locks firmly at 90° and 180° positions

Double Side Access   

Brand and mark from either side; gates stow away

Suitable for animals up to 250 kg

From one month old to weaner

Heavy duty construction

100% Australian Steel RHS, 5mm Australian steel plate.

Worldwide patented action

Non-bearing turn table function minimises fouling and failing

See exactly how the Spin a Calf compares to manual calf marking and multi-person yard work.
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Manual Calf Marking
Multi-Person Yard Work
One Person Operation
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Calves Remain Upright
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Varies
Operator Out of the Race
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No
Limited
Suitable for All Calf Ages
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Worldwide Patented Rotating Action
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Heavy Duty Australian Made Construction
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WHY OPERATORS CHOOSE THE OFFSIDER SPIN A CALF

THE UNFAIR ADVANTAGE FOR SMALL TEAMS

Developed with a deep understanding of the challenges of running a place with a small team, a true one person mechanical solution that takes you out of harms way.

Auto close backing panels and double side access let you catch, drench, tag and mark without struggling against the calf. Automated kick panels engage when the platform rotates, protecting you from injury while you work.

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The stand-up cradle eliminates the throwing, lifting and getting in the race. The rotating work platform swings the calf out of the through line and brings the animal to you, while you stand still. Less stress on calves, less stress on you.

100% Australian Steel RHS and 5mm Australian steel plate, certified Australian made from Australian materials. Suitable for animals up to 250 kg, from one month old to weaner.

WHAT OPERATORS SAY

 TRUSTED BY PRODUCERS ACROSS AUSTRALIA

"They just work. I must be happy with them; I've got 2"

"We had always used a drop cradle for calf marking, which was far more physically demanding. The spin a calf has been a much safer, and far quicker way of marking our calves without that physical demand. It has been a great investment and we now can’t imagine calf marking any other way!"

"It removes stress for the operator and especially the calf. The kick guard is a shin saver, and it far exceeds ease of use compared to any other calf cradle."

Modern, safe one person calf marking.

Spin a Calf.

 Australian Made. Engineered for small to medium holdings.

Purpose-Built for Calf Processing
A true one person mechanical solution that takes you out of the race

Stand-Up Marking Cradle
Calves remain upright. No more throwing, lifting or getting in the race

Mini Headbale
Ratchet technology sizes up and down for varying calf ages, one month old to weaner.

Double Side Access
Brand and mark from either side; gates stow away

Worldwide Patented Action
Non-bearing turn table brings the calf to you, while you stand still

The Offsider Ag Team

The People Behind the Offsider Ag Spin a Calf

RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT


With over 40 years of fabrication engineering experience, Gerald brings a long history of invention and innovation to Offsider Ag. He previously worked at Carinya, Rudweigh, and Metalcorp, leading the engineering and design of Offsider Ag's equipment range.

FOUNDER, FARMER, CIVIL ENGINEER


A qualified and experienced civil engineer, David has worked as a contract harvester, cattle handler, sales rep, and oil and gas project coordinator. He brings wide-ranging practical experience and business knowledge to Offsider Ag.

OWNER/MARKETING AND ENGAGEMENT


A cattleman's daughter who understands first-hand the challenges of running a small to medium operation, Andrea  
  serves as initial investor and marketing lead.

 Offsider Ag Trusted, Award-Winning Equipment

2019

The Land Machine of the Year

2019

 NAB Agribusiness Excellence Award 

2019

Henty Machine of the Year - Runner Up

2022

NAB Agribusiness Excellence Award

2023

The Land Machine of the Year

2023

 NAB Agribusiness Excellence Award 

2024

Best new release at Wagin Woolarama 2024

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the equipment manufactured?

The Spin a Calf is certified Australian Made from Australian materials. All components, including paint and catches, are Australian made, and we go out of our way to ensure the steel we use is processed in country, which secures supply

Can you help with a calf race to suit the Spin a Calf?

Yes. We have a Calf Race designed to integrate with the Spin a Calf. Visit our Calf Race page for details, or contact us directly to discuss your setup.

What makes the Spin a Calf different from other calf processing methods?

The Spin a Calf has a worldwide patented rotating action, a non-bearing turn table that swings the calf out of the through line and brings the animal to you, while you stand still. It's a stand-up marking cradle, so no more throwing, lifting or getting in the race. Built for single person operation, with auto-close backing panels, automated kick panels, and double side access, all in heavy duty 100% Australian Steel RHS and 5mm Australian steel plate.

Who are the people behind Offsider Ag?

Offsider Ag is an Australian family partnership. Gerald Hicks brings 40+ years of fabrication engineering experience from Carinya, Rudweigh, and Metalcorp, and is the lead engineer behind the Tonto. David Hicks is a qualified civil engineer with broad practical experience in agriculture and business. Andrea Brosnan, the initial investor and marketing lead, is a farmer's daughter who has been featured in Australian Women in Agriculture media.

Can it be delivered to my property?

Yes, the Spin a calf is available for delivery Australia-wide. Our team will discuss delivery logistics and timelines with you as part of the quoting process.

Delivered Australia-wide

STOP THROWING, LIFTING AND GETTING IN THE RACE

If you're running a place with a small team and you're  tired of throwing, lifting and getting in the race, talk to the Offsider Ag team today.

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