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SomerSong's Portable Tool Table

March 25, 2015
Roger Newman of SomerSong Forge tells American Farriers Journal about about a product he created 4 years ago to make transportation, storage and working conditions a more user-friendly experience. 2013 International Hoof-Care Summit attendees are able to see and experience this portable farrier tool table up-close.
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2014 International Hoof-Care Summit

[Video] Trade Show: SomerSong Forge Tower Shoeing Box

May 22, 2014 | Posted in Equipment
For 2014, SomerSong Forge introduces the three-wheel Tower Shoeing Box created by Roger Newman, a 35-year tradesman. The idea came from the needs for a lighter toolbox with the tool heads up. Learn more about this and other great farrier products at SomerSongForge.com.
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Four Ways Shoeing Rigs Can Improve Your Efficiency

Organization, lighter units and, yes, coffee makers can save you time and money
By Jeff Cota posted on May 1, 2014 | Posted in Equipment
It's been said that efficiency is intelligent laziness. While shoeing eight horses a day hardly is considered a leisurely workday, there's something to be said about an economy of movement at the shoeing rig.
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8 Things to Consider Before Buying a Farrier Rig

August 1, 2013
Buying a farrier rig is the most expensive single purchase you will make in your hoof-care career. Even the combined costs of your required tools and necessary inventory don't come close to the cost of a reliable, well-planned rig. As costly of an investment a rig is, it is a necessity.
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2013 International Hoof-Care Summit

[Video] Trade Show: SomerSong's Portable Tool Table

January 31, 2013 | Posted in Business Practices, Equipment
Roger Newman of SomerSong Forge tells American Farriers Journal about about a product he created 4 years ago to make transportation, storage and working conditions a more user-friendly experience. 2013 International Hoof-Care Summit attendees are able to see and experience this portable farrier tool table up-close.
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Rig Safety is Every Farrier's Business

From proper propane storage to solid driving practices, ensure safety when traveling from client to client
By Lisa Kemp posted on January 1, 2012 | Posted in Equipment, Safety & Healthcare
The slogan “safety is everybody’s business” is a common one, but if you’re the business owner, you can also add “the buck stops here” when it comes to shoeing rig safety. If you’re not paying attention to it, who is?
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Pump Pressures

While nobody likes facing higher fuel prices, some shoers are figuring out money-saving ways to tackle the problem
By Frank Lessiter posted on July 1, 2005 | Posted in Business Practices

Five years ago, we produced an American Farriers Journal article on how horseshoers were dealing with skyrocketing fuel prices.


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Practical Rig Tips

Owners Offer Insights on a Range of Rig Styles

Before choosing your dream shoeing rig, sleep on these tips from the farriers who work from them every day
By Ron Perszewski posted on April 1, 2005 | Posted in Business Practices
Does your rig work for you or against you? Unless you’re one of the few farriers who have the horses brought to them, your shoeing rig goes a long way toward determining how easily and comfortably you work and travel every day.
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Hoof Care on Parade

Hoof Care on Parade

Greg Martin, CJF, of Boerne, Texas, takes the unique approach of marketing his hoof-care practice with a Christmas parade float in Boerne and Comfort, Texas. The award-winning float boasts a variety of surprising features.

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Life Data Labs Inc. is a dedicated product manufacturer committed to producing premium quality animal nutrition and health products through continuous product improvement and new product development. First-class ingredients, fresh products, consistent high quality and scientifically proven effectiveness are the principal features of Life Data Labs animal health products. And that's why they've produced the #1 recommended hoof supplement by farriers for 12 consecutive years.
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Kawell develops and produces copper alloy horseshoes and inserts, giving horses the care that they need to fight issues associated with white line disease, seedy toe and thrush.
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From the feed room to the tack room, SmartPak offers innovative solutions to help riders take great care of their horses. SmartPak was founded in 1999 with the introduction of the patented SmartPak™ supplement feeding system. The revolutionary, daily dose SmartPaks are custom-made for your horse, individually labeled and sealed for freshness.
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