Why was the Steam'n'Easy Hay Steamer developed?
The first Steam‘n’Easy Hay Steamer was made for my own horse, Roger. After suffering weeks of soaking wet clothes, a bad back and freezing hands (with snow on the ground!) I'd had enough - but as Roger needed it, like all horsey mums, I would persevere! But I kept thinking "there has to be an easier way?" There was - steaming hay, so I did my research and couldn't believe how expensive they were! Surely there must be a cheaper alternative? I tried a bag and a kettle, a bin with a lid on, but it was messy, leaky and took forever. It seemed a lot of people were trying the same things as me for their horses who were treating on-going illness or medical conditions. When I explained my problem to the engineer in the family, he came up with a simple solution.
From his workshop he used a wheelie bin and transformed it into a reliable, portable hay steamer! He hadn't just drilled a hole in the side and cobbled together some plumbing bits, the problem had caught his imagination and, as only a creative engineer would do, he'd logically thought about it, made it, tested it, tweaked it and then presented it to me as a surprise! (to stop my moaning I am guessing!) It was amazing and changed my life. Everyone at my yard used it - and even those who didn't need too. You can steam a big night-time net and another for breakfast at the same time. Simply fill up the water tank, set the timer and leave it to do the job. When it's ready the horses start making noises as it smells so good! When you've finished, you put everything inside the bin, wheel it to the tack room to store, takes up very little space as its a practical upright style. Quick, clean and easy. Soon we were making them for friends, family and it was then we realised there was a need for our hay steamer as there were others who couldn't afford the cost of the industrial steamers on the market or were forced to use hay supplied by the yard owner which was not very good quality hay.
So we went into production with the philosophy to produce an affordable hay steamer (easy, affordable replacement parts) for the individual horse owner who wants to be able to feed the best forage possible to their equine every day. Using only the best high spec parts and fittings, our Hay Steamer is completely fit for purpose for the individual horse owner, we offer a replacement parts as accident can happen around the yard. I've been using the first hay steamer most days (when in the stable), with regular de-scaling and keeping the equipment clean it has lasted for over 4 years. It's still as brilliant as the first time I used it. I don't need to for medical reasons, my horse just loves it! He's fit, healthy, enjoys his work and never leaves any hay in his net. I wouldn't be without it, not for a single day.
From his workshop he used a wheelie bin and transformed it into a reliable, portable hay steamer! He hadn't just drilled a hole in the side and cobbled together some plumbing bits, the problem had caught his imagination and, as only a creative engineer would do, he'd logically thought about it, made it, tested it, tweaked it and then presented it to me as a surprise! (to stop my moaning I am guessing!) It was amazing and changed my life. Everyone at my yard used it - and even those who didn't need too. You can steam a big night-time net and another for breakfast at the same time. Simply fill up the water tank, set the timer and leave it to do the job. When it's ready the horses start making noises as it smells so good! When you've finished, you put everything inside the bin, wheel it to the tack room to store, takes up very little space as its a practical upright style. Quick, clean and easy. Soon we were making them for friends, family and it was then we realised there was a need for our hay steamer as there were others who couldn't afford the cost of the industrial steamers on the market or were forced to use hay supplied by the yard owner which was not very good quality hay.
So we went into production with the philosophy to produce an affordable hay steamer (easy, affordable replacement parts) for the individual horse owner who wants to be able to feed the best forage possible to their equine every day. Using only the best high spec parts and fittings, our Hay Steamer is completely fit for purpose for the individual horse owner, we offer a replacement parts as accident can happen around the yard. I've been using the first hay steamer most days (when in the stable), with regular de-scaling and keeping the equipment clean it has lasted for over 4 years. It's still as brilliant as the first time I used it. I don't need to for medical reasons, my horse just loves it! He's fit, healthy, enjoys his work and never leaves any hay in his net. I wouldn't be without it, not for a single day.
The beginning of Steam'n'Easy Home Steam Sauna - watch the video!
Other Products
FlysTrap - fly trap for horse's and pet cages, attaches to bridle or head collar or pet cage, when full of stuck flies/ insects simply peel off dispose and replace with a new fly strip, ready for the next fly attack.
Timeless Memories wooden clocks - Hand crafted memorabilia clocks, made from solid wood, carefully cut, shaped and styled to display your memories. we have designed a unique way to display your horse or ponies shoes in a solid wooden clock, ideal as a present or as a remembrance for that special friend.. Available in either double shoe or single shoe mounted, this will look fantastic on your wall or tack room, ideal as a gift, present or personal memorabilia.
GloWarm -Tea light portable Candle Heater, available in 4 or 8 hour versions for either camping, around the home, greenhouse, garden ornamental display, BBQ's when using citronella candle to keep mosquitoes at bay - click on the GloWarm link at the top of this page for more details.
GloWarm Fan - 4 or 8 Hour versions of the glowarm candle heater, retro fitted with a self powered fan, this allows the warm air to circulate around the room
Gas powered steam generator - We know many yards do not have electricity to power the steam generators so we are developing a gas version which will give the same results as the electric versions.
It still doesn't end there!
We are now in pre-production, testing 2 new innovative ideas. One is for the stable, the other is for the field. Our goal is to make your life a little bit easier, so more quality time can be spent grooming and riding your horse.
We are more than happy to hear from you if you have any new ideas or would like us to invent and produce a product that will benefit others.
Timeless Memories wooden clocks - Hand crafted memorabilia clocks, made from solid wood, carefully cut, shaped and styled to display your memories. we have designed a unique way to display your horse or ponies shoes in a solid wooden clock, ideal as a present or as a remembrance for that special friend.. Available in either double shoe or single shoe mounted, this will look fantastic on your wall or tack room, ideal as a gift, present or personal memorabilia.
GloWarm -Tea light portable Candle Heater, available in 4 or 8 hour versions for either camping, around the home, greenhouse, garden ornamental display, BBQ's when using citronella candle to keep mosquitoes at bay - click on the GloWarm link at the top of this page for more details.
GloWarm Fan - 4 or 8 Hour versions of the glowarm candle heater, retro fitted with a self powered fan, this allows the warm air to circulate around the room
Gas powered steam generator - We know many yards do not have electricity to power the steam generators so we are developing a gas version which will give the same results as the electric versions.
It still doesn't end there!
We are now in pre-production, testing 2 new innovative ideas. One is for the stable, the other is for the field. Our goal is to make your life a little bit easier, so more quality time can be spent grooming and riding your horse.
We are more than happy to hear from you if you have any new ideas or would like us to invent and produce a product that will benefit others.
