Why APEX Wins
In today’s poultry industry, outdated disposal methods come with big risks. APEX Predator was designed to solve the real-world challenges farms face daily — from biosecurity concerns to labor shortages. Compare the difference.
How We Compare to Other Methods
See how APEX Predator stacks up against composting, rendering, incineration and market alternatives.
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Feature
Odor Control
Cycle Time
Fuel / Energy Use
Bird Capacity
End Product
Labor Intensity
APEX
Odor-Free
100 lbs/Hour
Moderate
2000lbs
Dry Biomass
Low
Composting
Poor
Weeks
None
Varies
Compost
High
Rendering
Poor
Pickup Dependent
High Fuel
N/A
Removed
Low
Incineration
Moderate
8-12 Hours
Very High
Limited
Ash
Medium
“This is definitely the best unit out there and the best solution for mortality management AND biosecurity concerns. Awesome machine and great people to work with that stand behind their equipment!”
-Dale Barnett, Retired Tennessee Poultry Federation Director
APEX vs Traditional Methods
APEX vs Composting
Composting takes daily labor, carbon materials, and constant management to do correctly. It attracts scavengers, creates odor, and is vulnerable to weather. APEX Predator eliminates these challenges with a fully enclosed, low-labor solution that works year-round with consistent results.
APEX vs Incineration
Incinerators require expensive fuel and maintenance, producing ash waste and emissions. APEX Predator offers a cleaner, more energy-efficient thermal dehydration method with less environmental impact.
APEX vs Rendering Pickup
Rendering services require on-farm storage of mortalities while waiting on unpredictable pickups. This increases odor, biosecurity risks, and dependency on third parties. APEX Predator puts the solution back in your hands with on-site processing, reduced disease exposure, and no more waiting on the truck.
Poultry Mortality Methods: Compare Your Options
APEX Predator
✅ Pros ⚠️Cons - Enclosed & biosecure
- Low daily labor
- Fast processing
- Odor free
- Works in all weather
- Higher upfront cost
Composting
✅ Pros ⚠️ Cons - Familiar to many farms
- Low upfront cost
- Slow decomposition
- Labor-heavy
- Odor Issues
- Large space required for compost piles
- Slow decomposition
- Attracts scavengers & flies
Rendering
✅ Pros ⚠️ Cons - No on-site processing
- Minimal on-farm labor
- Must store carcasses
- Biosecurity risk from haulers
- Expensive fees
- Schedule-dependent
Incineration
✅ Pros ⚠️ Cons - Rapid breakdown
- Fully enclosed system
- High pathogen kill rate
- High fuel & maintenance cost
- Environmental/smoke concerns
- Limited size per batch
- Often requires air permits
Market Rival
✅APEX Predator ❌ Market Rival - 2,000 lb load capacity
- 100 lbs/hour processing speed
- Galvanized steel finish
- Remote monitoring system
- 6 ft wide loading door
- USA-made equipment
- Parts readily available
- 1,800 lb load capacity
- 75 lbs/hour processing speed
- Painted finish (less durable)
- Local-only monitoring
- 4 ft door = tighter loading access
- Not USA made
- Parts may be difficult to source
Get Help Picking the Right Machine
Ready to purchase the Apex Predator or need help choosing the right size?
Reach out to a salesman for more details or download our sizing sheet to see which model fits your operation best.
NRCS Financial Assistance
Worried about the upfront cost of the Apex Predator?
You may qualify for financial assistance through the NRCS EQIP program. Find your local NRCS office or download the consent form to begin the process.