Enhancing room conditions, boosting pig performance, and simplifying daily control
A next-generation barn control platform built for modern U.S. pig production
As U.S. pork producers continue to operate in tighter margins, more volatile weather conditions, and increasing labor pressure, interest in practical ag-tech solutions has shifted from “nice to have” to essential. One area seeing renewed focus is barn climate control — not only as an animal welfare tool, but as a driver of consistency, efficiency, and predictable performance.
Hotraco Agri’s newly launched Fortica Swine enters the North American market as a purpose-built barn controller designed specifically for U.S. pig barns. Developed using software already proven in more than 1,000 livestock barns globally, Fortica Swine combines climate control, ventilation management, and real-time data visibility into a single, intuitive platform.
What is Fortica Swine?
Fortica Swine is a centralized barn control system that manages ventilation, airflow, humidity, heating, and cooling across nursery, wean-to-finish, and finishing barns. The system provides live room-level insight, simplified daily checks, and alarm monitoring through an on-site touchscreen or remotely via phone, tablet, or PC.
Designed for both new builds and retrofits, Fortica Swine integrates with existing fans, sensors, wiring, and inlets — allowing producers to upgrade barn control without major structural changes.
Who is it designed for?
Fortica Swine is built for:
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U.S. producers managing multi-stage production systems
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Operations seeking greater barn-to-barn consistency
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Teams looking to simplify daily checks and alarm management
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Producers navigating labor constraints while maintaining climate precision
Its interface is intentionally streamlined, enabling consistent use across crews while providing deeper visibility for managers and service partners.
Why are U.S. producers paying attention now?
North American pork production faces increasing climate variability, from summer heat stress to winter ventilation challenges. These swings place pressure on feed efficiency, growth consistency, and overall animal comfort. Fortica Swine’s pressure-based inlet control and stable climate management aim to reduce drafts, minimize stress, and help maintain consistent room conditions regardless of external weather changes.
For producers, that translates into fewer manual adjustments, fewer alarms, calmer pigs, and more predictable production outcomes — outcomes that directly impact feed conversion, daily gain, and operational efficiency.
Why this matters in ag tech
Fortica Swine reflects a broader shift in ag technology toward systems that are not only connected, but usable. By combining durable hardware, intuitive design, and integration with platforms such as MTech Systems dashboards, the system positions climate data as a management input rather than background noise.
For U.S. producers increasingly focused on data-driven decisions without added complexity, Fortica Swine represents a practical step forward in barn automation.
For additional details about Fortica Swine or to request a product demonstration, please contact:
For more information, please contact:
Austin Baker
Tel. 517.881.7049
austin.baker@munters.com
Kevin Schleusner
Tel. 978.904.5066
kevin.schleusner@munters.com
Pedro Rogerio
Tel. 320.522.6920
pedro.rogerio@munters.com
