Automated Dairy Specialist
June 2024
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Automated Dairy Specialist
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In our case, we have been facing the need to block five cows every two months. The installation for our dairy was unique due to the presence of flush valves, requiring us to cut around numerous posts and sprinklers. Animat was quick to come down to our facility to design the plan and determine exactly how many mats we needed.
Beavers Dairy is a family-owned operation that opened the doors to its new automated dairy barn in 2017. It has five automated milking robots, and milks 280 cows an average of three times per day. The Beavers facility is a free stall barn that uses re-claimed sand as bedding. Their flush system runs approximately 3 times per day which allows them to maintain a clean and hygienic barn environment while efficiently managing the waste.
Brett shared with us that they had a lot of trouble with cows getting hoof abscesses and general lameness. While concrete is ideal for flush barns, it is slippery and unforgiving for livestock. The continuous pressure on cows’ hooves and joints can lead to claw damage and lameness while the slick surface does little to prevent slips and falls which can result in culling. As a result, the Beavers family found they needed bi-monthly visits from the hoof trimmer and had several cows that needed hoof blocking on each trip.
For the Beavers family, everything started with cow comfort. Their trusted relationship with Automated Dairy Specialists lead them to select Animat’s Pebble Top Interlocking Rubber Mats for their alleyways.
We installed Animat rubber mats in January 2023 and after 5 months of having the mats we’ve only had our hoof trimmer here twice… we have not blocked a single animal. I’ve been very, very happy with that.
Animat has been great to work with. They answered all my questions going into the project.
To optimize cow welfare and milk production, the Beavers family knew they had to invest in Animat rubber flooring.
Animat’s Pebble Top Interlocking Rubber Mats provide comfort and support for cows, protecting their joints and hooves. The anti-slip texture and non-porous surface offers livestock better traction, improved mobility and is easy to clean. The mats are durable, long-lasting, and easily customizable for any installation.
Installing Animat’s Pebble Top Interlocking Rubber Mats enhances cow welfare by providing a durable yet comfortable, slip-resistant, and hygienic surface for cows. This addition can contribute to a more productive and profitable dairy operation.Installing Animat’s Pebble Top Interlocking Rubber Mats enhances cow welfare by providing a durable yet comfortable, slip-resistant, and hygienic surface for cows. This addition can contribute to a more productive and profitable dairy operation.
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