Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Manufacturer of Poultry Handling Systems Since 1951
Bright Coop has been a leader in poultry handling equipment design and manufacturing since 1951. Founded by brothers Charles and N.G. Bright, our company revolutionized the industry with innovations like the Cage Unloading System in the 1970s. Our commitment to improving live poultry transport and processing has driven continuous advancements, including controlled atmosphere stunning systems and specialized turkey handling solutions. With over seven decades of experience, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern technology, employing robotic welding, CNC machining, and hot-dip galvanization to produce durable, efficient equipment. Our global reach extends across the US, Mexico, Australia, and the Caribbean, serving chicken and turkey producers with coops, trailers, and forklifts designed to minimize labor costs while maximizing bird welfare and operational efficiency. We maintain two Texas facilities - our headquarters in Nacogdoches with 100,000 sq ft of production space and Viking Specialized Trailers in Lufkin - employing approximately 100 people.Our engineering expertise has produced industry standards like stackable coops for Turkey Harvester systems and specialized poultry transport platforms that prevent trailer rollovers. While we started with wooden coops, today's Bright Coop offers plastic chicken cages with Bird PROTECTION PLUS safety features and 75HP rough-terrain forklifts built specifically for poultry operations. Our customer-centric approach ensures personalized service through dedicated sales representatives and technical support teams. From concept testing at Russell Research Center to current R&D initiatives, we maintain our founding brothers' spirit of innovation while upholding strict quality control standards that include 5-year rustproof guarantees. This enduring commitment to solving real-world poultry handling challenges makes Bright Coop the trusted choice for processing plants seeking reliable, efficient equipment solutions.
Services
Chicken Cages
Cage Unloading Systems
Forklifts
Poultry Trailers
Turkey Loaders
Egg Carts
Hen Carts
Cline Fan Coolers
Controlled Atmosphere Stunning Systems
Used Equipment Sales
Details
- Year established: 1951
Highlights and features
- We've specialized in poultry handling solutions for over 70 years since our 1951 founding.
- Our patented Cage Unloading System remains industry standard in 5+ countries.
- We operate two Texas facilities with 100,000 sq ft of modern manufacturing space.
- Our equipment incorporates robotic welding and CNC machining for precision production.
- Our 5-year rustproof guarantee covers all galvanized equipment components.
Services
Chicken Cages
Bright Coop manufactures durable chicken cages with Bird PROTECTION PLUS safety features and Bright Choice customization options. Our cages feature 2-3 door configurations and 5-6 height levels for optimal bird welfare. Designed for efficient unloading systems that reduce bruising and wing damage during processing.
Cage Unloading Systems
Our patented Cage Unloading Systems revolutionized poultry processing by eliminating manual bird removal. This labor-saving technology improves bird quality grades and trailer stability during transport. The system remains industry standard across the US, Mexico, and Caribbean markets since its 1970s introduction.
Controlled Atmosphere Stunning
Bright Coop develops controlled atmosphere stunning cages that prioritize animal welfare. Our system replaces electric stunning with gas-based alternatives that minimize stress during processing. These units integrate seamlessly with existing handling workflows while maintaining strict animal handling standards.
Turkey Loaders
Our E-Z Clean Turkey Harvesters feature pick-up and pre-loader belt options for efficient barn-to-trailer transfers. The standard and reverse tongue configurations reduce manual labor requirements while maintaining bird health during loading operations in industrial turkey production facilities.
Poultry Trailers
Bright Coop fabricates specialized poultry trailers including flat platforms, drop decks, and side/rear unload variants. Our designs prevent trailer rollovers through load stabilization technology. The product line includes 35-40 ton Loadhandlers and specialized units for removable/stackable coop systems.
People
Charles Bright
Founder
Co-founder of Bright Coop in 1951 who transitioned the business from wooden chair production to poultry equipment manufacturing after receiving initial coop orders from local chicken haulers. Directed development of industry-changing innovations like the Cage Unloading System.
N.G. Bright
Co-founder
Co-founder who pioneered early turkey handling solutions in the 1960s, developing permanently attached metal-framed coops. Retired in 1976 but helped establish Bright Coop's reputation as America's largest wood coop manufacturer during its initial decades.
Walter Harris
Company Machinist
Industrial innovator who automated coop production in Bright Coop's early years, increasing output to 2000+ units daily. Collaborated with Charles Bright on the Cage Unloading System's development and implemented robotic welding in modern manufacturing processes.
Joe Biggerstaff
Plant Manager
Former plant manager who took over pallet production operations during Bright Coop's strategic shift back to poultry equipment in 1976. Maintained production continuity during the company's pivotal transition from wood products to specialized handling equipment.
John Holladay
Industry Consultant
Poultry research expert from Russell Research Center who partnered with Bright Coop in the 1970s. His experimental work on coop unloading technology formed the basis for the industry-leading Cage Unloading System that transformed modern poultry processing.
Questions
What poultry handling equipment does Bright Coop manufacture?
We produce chicken cages, turkey coops, cage unloading systems, controlled atmosphere stunning units, poultry trailers, and specialized forklifts designed specifically for poultry processing operations.
Do you offer customized equipment configurations?
Yes, most products can be customized with options like 2-3 doors and 5-6 height levels. Contact your sales representative for specific customization details.
How does your Cage Unloading System work?
Our patented system automates bird removal from coops at processing plants, eliminating manual labor while reducing bruising and improving load stability during transport.
Do you sell used equipment?
Currently we don't have any used equipment available, but we maintain a comprehensive inventory of new poultry handling systems and components.
Where are your manufacturing facilities located?
Our headquarters operates from 803 West Seale St., Nacogdoches, TX 75964 with additional production at Viking Specialized Trailers in Lufkin, Texas.
What warranty do you provide on equipment?
All galvanized equipment components carry a 5-year rustproof guarantee, with construction using robotic welding and CNC machining for extended durability.
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