Source: BouMatic news release
Madison, WI — BouMatic announced the release of the MilkGenius In-Line Milk Analyzer into its Gemini UP milking robot and other BouMatic milking systems. This is a result of the partnership between BouMatic and BROLIS, driven by a mutual goal to provide farmers with comprehensive solutions that ensure the well-being of their animals, increase yields and reduce costs.
The in-line milk analyzer measures milk composition for each cow that is being milked and functions like a mini laboratory. When the milk flows through the tube, an ultra-precise laser sensor continuously measures fat, protein and lactose. The completely automated system doesn’t require additional reagents or manually taken milk, saving time and costs for the dairy farmer.
The MilkGenius processes and gathers daily data in real-time and provides dairy farmers with greater control and oversight of his dairy herd. Health disorders such as a negative energy balance, milk fat depression and acute cases are detected in an early stage. This enables the dairy farmer to intervene with a treatment and/or feeding optimization for the cow. The diagnostic tool also aids in selecting the most profitable cows, ensuring optimal herd management. In the end, dairy farmers are able to improve milk quality and increase profitability.
Earlier this year, the MilkGenius (Brolis In-Line Milk Analyzer) received a positive validation report from the International Committee for Animal Recording, which confirmed that the in-line analyzer successfully completed testing and validation for milk fat and protein measurement. This validation attests that the system delivers data as described by BROLIS Sensor Technology for the reviewed components and underscores the accuracy of the milk analyzer.
The analyzer will be available for integration in most of the BouMatic milking systems and the Gemini UP milking robot.
“Efficiency and sustainability of dairy farms depends on data needed to make key decisions. Integrating the cutting-edge MilkGenius In-Line Milk Analyzer allows us to be part of that decision-making process for the dairy farms working with us,” said Steve Pretz, president of BouMatic
“This milk analyzer is the first of several innovations that BouMatic intends to bring to the market soon as part of the ‘cow-side’ technology movement,” Pretz continued. “These devices are critical to the development of precision farming but will also be a key element in developing cutting-edge tools for the world’s largest farms. We will provide a unique value proposition to farms of all sizes.”
About BouMatic
Since 1939, BouMatic has been developing innovative products for dairy operators throughout the world. BouMatic is a global leader in the design, manufacture and supply of high-quality milking systems and dairy farm equipment, including milking parlors, herd management systems, milk cooling systems, dairy hygiene chemicals, udder health care products and dairy supplies. Its global headquarters are located in Madison, Wis., and its dealer organization has over 350 dealers located in nearly 60 countries.
About BROLIS
Brolis Sensor Technology, a high-tech company founded by three brothers, designs and manufactures next-generation mid-infrared laser sensor systems that can be used in various fields. The organization is part of the BROLIS group, which has a portfolio comprising 50-plus granted and pending patents.
