LAPS® FOR DEPOPULATION
The LAPS system provides a proven, humane, and gas-free method that can be adapted for controlled poultry depopulation in response to Avian Influenza and other notifiable diseases. Birds can remain in their transport modules, helping to minimise stress, contain infection, and maintain strict biosecurity during emergency operations.
European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) — have recognised LAPS as a method capable of delivering welfare outcomes equivalent to approved commercial stunning systems.
Portable LAPS units can be deployed on farms, giving veterinary services, animal-health authorities, and producers a practical, welfare-driven option for disease control and contingency planning.
WHY LAPS FOR
Portable units can be positioned quickly, with rapid start-up and automated cycle initiation—ideal for urgent disease response.
With no foam, no gas, and no residue, LAPS leaves no mess. The sealed chamber keeps all activity contained, reducing contamination risks during outbreak control.
Depopulation can occur with birds staying inside their transport modules, significantly reducing handling, stress, operator exposure, and biosecurity breaches.
LAPS operates without CO₂ or nitrogen, avoiding gas shortages, logistics challenges, and aversion-related welfare concerns—especially critical during emergency conditions.
Once loaded, the system runs a fully programmed pressure curve. Operators simply load, initiate, and unload—ensuring consistent, repeatable welfare outcomes.
With few moving parts and only routine filter and seal replacements, LAPS provides dependable performance with minimal downtime, even during intensive depopulation operations.
If you’d like to learn more about how a LAPS mobile system can help with depopulation and disease control, please get in touch with our team—we’d be happy to discuss your requirements.
