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DAIry FArMING

Fixed milking times, clear processes: Batch milking

with the GEA Dairyrobot r9600 series

• Batch milking: Automated group milk-
ing with the GEA DairyRobot R9600 series
milking robots at fixed times.
• Solutions with and without subway sys-
tem available.
• Controlled milking times allow a clear
daily routine without unexpected interrup-
tions or alarms at night.
• Flexibility in herd structure: perfor-
mance groups can be organized, e.g. high-
performance cows or animals with special
needs.
• Reduced staff training, as processes
are clearly defined and easy to implement.
• Efficient maintenance: Intermediate
cleaning cycles allow boxes to be cleaned ment, keeping noise levels in the milking respond quickly to signs of udder inflam-
during milking. area to a minimum. This provides a quieter mation to maintain herd health and avoid
GEA is taking batch milking to a new atmosphere, which has a positive effect on costly treatment.
level: the new DairyRobot R9600 series of animal welfare. Intelligent herd management with
milking robots combines the advantages • Better working conditions: A pleasant
of group milking with the performance and safe working environment makes it GEA DairyNet – including remote ac-
of state-of-the-art milking systems. Users easier to manage staff, especially in times cess
benefit from GEA's many years of expe- of labor shortages. With GEA DairyNet, dairy farms can
rience in developing milking robots for keep an eye on their herd and the entire
automated group milking - with proven Top-level animal comfort and hygiene operation at all times. The intuitive software
solutions for efficiency, animal welfare and For maximum cow comfort, the DairyRob- provides comprehensive data analysis,
reduced workload. ot R9600 series milking box adapts to each automated notifications and easy control
With batch milking, fixed milking times individual cow. The milking system iden- of all milking and feeding processes. All
are defined, making it easier to structure tifies each cow and automatically adjusts milking, health and feeding data is clear-
the working day. This method reduces la- the size of the box via a adjustable feed- ly displayed and accessible at any time.
bor, optimizes herd health and ensures ing trough. This ensures that the teats and Automated reports and analyses enable
consistently high milk quality and yield, udders are perfectly positioned for quick informed decision-making – whether it's
especially for farms with medium to large attachment, saving time and energy. Feed for feed rationing, milking optimization or
herds. is dispensed in to the trough in individual health control. With the DairyNet app, all
Subway solution: more efficient, fewer rations. important information is also available on
disruptions On all GEA milking systems, the milking the go. Whether it's a smartphone or tablet,
With the DairyRobot R9650 with subway cluster is placed precisely under the udder farmers can access real-time data, receive
solution, GEA takes milking technology with only one movement. The 3D camera notifications and adjust settings from any-
under ground for a more efficient, quieter, technology enables fast, gentle attachment where, without having to be in the barn.
cleaner and trouble-free operation. The with minimal mechanical action. The milk- Optimized fertility management with
core technical components, including e.g. ing cluster follows the movements of the GEA CowScout
milking modules, valve plates, milk receiv- udder silently and detached teat cups are
ers and milk sample removers, are located reattached individually and hygienically. The GEA CowScout activity monitoring
in a separate basement room. Components The Inliner Everything technology, an ex- system detects both estrous behavior and
such as plate coolers, compressors, supply clusive GEA innovation, ensures an excep- health anomalies by analyzing each cow's
units, pumps, filters and operating fluids tionally gentle milking process. All steps movement intensity. Farms receive tar-
can also be housed in the cellar. The sub- – from teat cleaning to pre-milking, milking geted notifications when insemination is
way solution offers several advantages: and dipping to milking cluster cleaning – recommended or when a cow is unusually
• Continuous milking operations: Main- take place in the liner, where they are pro- quiet. This saves time and optimizes fertil-
tenance and repairs can be performed tected. This minimizes cross-contamination ity management.
without interrupting the milking process. and significantly reduces the risk of mas- The DairyRobot combines proven GEA
• Optimized hygiene and durability: titis. technology with innovative automation
The protected location of the components Early detection of udder health issues solutions. The combination of batch milk-
contributes to a cleaner environment and The optional DairyMilk M6850 cell coun- ing, a subway solution and intelligent herd
longer lifetime of the technology. ter measures the cell count of each individ- management software makes the milking
• Reduced noise: Vacuum pumps and air ual teat in real time and detects irregulari- process more efficient, predictable and
compressors can be located in the base- ties at an early stage. This allows farms to future-proof. Circle 23 on enquiry card
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