Hog Waste Lagoons

Hog waste lagoons store liquid manure and wastewater from livestock operations before treatment or land application. These lagoons contain a thick slurry of solids, fats, and organic matter that must be agitated and transferred regularly to prevent buildup and environmental hazards.

Challenges:
Hog waste is dense, corrosive, and prone to stratification, forming thick sludge layers at the bottom that are difficult to mobilize. Gas generation and solids accumulation can lead to odor, safety, and compliance issues. Pumps must operate reliably in abrasive, corrosive, and biologically active conditions.

Solution:
Hevvy/Toyo’s heavy-duty agitator pumps are ideal for lagoon agitation and transfer. Their high-chrome wet ends, mechanical seal protection, and robust motors handle corrosive, high-solid waste with ease. The powerful agitator keeps sludge suspended for full lagoon turnover, enabling efficient pumping and reducing the need for manual or mechanical dredging.