Drinking Post Waterer: Fresh, Frost-Free Water—No Electricity Needed
Give your horses reliably clean water in every season with the Drinking Post Waterer—an automatic, non‑electric solution that fills when your animal drinks and drains when they’re done. That means no standing water to freeze in winter or turn slimy in summer, and far less daily scrubbing for you.
Why it matters
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Water comes directly from the line with each use, then empties—no stale water left behind.
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Operates without heaters because water drains below the frost line after every drink.
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Approx. ~50°F/10°C year‑round at depth, encouraging better winter hydration.
How It Works (and Why It Stays Clean)
The Drinking Post’s bowl is empty until your animal nudges the paddle. Press = fresh water fills; release = the bowl drains completely back underground—so there’s nothing left above grade to freeze, heat up, or grow algae. Typical fill time is 5–8 seconds; drain time 30–45 seconds.
Installed so its base sits at least 18″ below your local frost line, the unit uses the same proven principle as a frost‑free hydrant: below that depth, ground temps remain above freezing. No electricity, no heaters, no cords.
Because there’s no standing water, you also avoid mosquito breeding and algae buildup—two big reasons traditional troughs demand constant cleaning.
If you need assitance or have any questions about installation, contact us.
Benefits for Horses & Owners
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Healthier hydration, year‑round
Fresh, palatable water at consistent underground temperature supports intake—especially in winter when horses can be reluctant to drink cold surface water.
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Cleaner, safer water
With every use, the bowl fills with fresh water and empties again—no stagnant water to slime over with algae or attract insects.
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Less daily maintenance
Since the unit drains dry, routine scrubbing is dramatically reduced versus troughs or buckets.
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No power, no shocking, no heaters
The system is non‑electric and engineered to be frost‑free without heaters; it’s the same drain‑back concept used in frost‑free hydrants.
Choose Your Setup with Confidence
The Drinking Post is a for rugged conditions and offers a comprehensive 5‑year parts warranty. It’s rated to perform in climates as cold as −50°F when installed to the correct depth.
Models are available for horses and other livestock; units can be installed fenceline, free-standing, or in series for larger herds.
Models & placements
At‑a‑glance performance
Installation depth: Ensure the bottom sits ≥18″ below your local frost line for true frost‑free performance.
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≈ 5–8 seconds
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≈ 30–45 seconds
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Bowl drains empty; helps prevent freeze/heat and algae growth
FAQs & Next Steps
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Will my horses learn to use the paddle?
Yes—most animals take to it quickly with minimal guidance since pressing the paddle immediately fills the bowl with fresh water.
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What about algae and mosquitoes?
No standing water = no place for algae to grow or mosquitoes to breed.
Ready to outfit your barn or paddock? FHC Distributing can help you choose the right Drinking Post size, plan installation for your climate, and bundle with your equine nutrition needs.
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How much cleaning is required?
Because water drains after each drink, there’s no standing water to scrub daily. Periodic wipe‑downs are typically all that’s needed.