January 2004

HAMRA Operation

A video camera is used along with 2 lasers to detect teats

It is essential that teats are clean and dry before teat cup attachment

Teat cups are attached one by one. The reflection of the laser beam is detected by the video camera to help identify each teat coordinate

Herd management is carried out from the PC interface

The cow platform is rinsed automatically to ensure maximum hygiene conditions in the milking area

An easy to use touch screen located on the milking station allows quick access to all the main operating functions

A 4 row barn allows good cow traffic by reducing walking distances

Large window openings allow good monitoring of the activity on the barn while in the office

Alleys must be kept clean and dry with the help of a manure scrapper. Good hoof health and clean cows contribute to a good working automatic milking system

One way gates are used to direct cows in various areas of the barn in a very efficient way

Cooling systems must be adapted to the requirements of automatic milking. One such system is the instant cooling of the milk before it goes to the main tank

Cows are waiting for their turn to get milked by the DeLaval voluntary milking system VMS

Cows are relaxed in the milking station. They have room to move and are provided with a natural open space around their legs

Before milking, teats are prepared individually with a special teat preparation cup. Teats are cleaned with a mixture of water and air, pre-milked, stimulated and dried following a very consistent routine

VMS

Cows are given a ration of concentrate feed in the milking station. This helps attract the cows in the milking station and keep them occupied and calm during milking

Selection gates are used at the exit of the milking station to direct special attention cows to a separation area where they can be looked after in due time

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