Cow milking machine is a device that imitates manual milking and natural feeding. That is why it is so important that the mode of operation of the mechanism and the sensations received by the animal during its use resemble the natural process as much as possible. Only if these conditions are observed, it is possible to achieve maximum milk yield and reduce the likelihood of various diseases, including mastitis, which occurs when milk stagnates, provoked by low-quality machines or improper operation.
How does the device work?
Receiving cups are put on the cow's teats and kept on them due to the vacuum created by the engine. This same force makes milk flow easily through the sphincters of the udder. This is followed by squeezing the nipple as the motor forces air into the space between the walls of the cup.
Two-stroke cow milking machine was unparalleled until recently, but today you can buy a three-stroke machine. They added a rest phase,when air is supplied to the rarefied peripapillary space.
It is impossible to equalize the pressure with the environment, because then the glass will simply fall to the floor. But still, thanks to modern materials, the holders are able to stay on the nipples at a sufficiently low pressure in the apparatus.
Interesting! Three-stroke milking machines for cows, which are quite expensive, are the best "imitate" natural feeding, so the likelihood of milk stagnation and mastitis is minimal.
Types of devices
Knowing the various types of devices will allow you not to get confused when buying and purchase the device that is necessary in a particular situation.
Cow milking machine can be designed to milk different numbers of cows at the same time. In addition, when using industrial units, it is possible to automatically control the procedure. Cows can be milked easily, or milk can be difficult to come out, so a single milking regimen is unacceptable. Manual setup and testing of equipment, final flaking will take a lot of time and effort, greatly reducing the effect of automation.
Engine types
The engines of vehicles can be of two types:
• Oil motor has low noise performance, less frightening cows. The disadvantage is high sensitivity to negative temperatures and the need for regular maintenance.
• Dry action. Pretty low maintenance devices. The main drawback is the noise. Sometimes you can solve the problem by installing a silencer. An equally important feature is the sensitivity to humidity. During operation, care must be taken to ensure that no liquid enters the structure.
Important! The wear resistance and durability of both motors is determined by the build quality.
The bad faith of the oil pump manufacturer leads to oil leakage, which is unacceptable in the food industry.
If the blades of the dry type machine are not polished enough, the noise level may increase or the motor will overheat regularly.
Operating method
Cow milking machine can have two types of operation.
The classic method is used only on the territory of the former USSR. To use this type, it is necessary to put glasses on all four teats of the animal at the same time.
Another way is considered more productive, when two teats are milked alternately. This type of milking is more like natural feeding, so the cow is more willing to give milk, which eliminates stagnation and minimizes the risk of developing various diseases.
How to work?
If you decide to use a cow milking machine, you need to learn the basic rules for its use.
The most important thing is gradualness. It is impossible to wean an animal from manual milking at one time. The beginning and end of the process should be done in the usual way. As in other cases, before using the device, the udder must be washed with warm water. Preferably slightlymassage it so that the milk goes better. Glasses should not be cold, so it is better to store the device in a warm room.
Recommended course of action:
• Start the machine at low pressure.
• Quickly put on the glasses and fix them.
• Raise the pressure.
• Control the whole process.• After reducing the recoil intensity to the minimum value, slowly reduce the pressure, disconnect the assembly.
Devices for home use
Such devices are characterized by low electricity consumption. The motor can be a collector type or asynchronous. The second option is able to serve more animals.
Modern domestic cow milking machines use a vacuum. In recent years, manufacturers have been producing less and less noisy models, trying to make the milking process as comfortable as possible for both parties. Water ring pumps are considered the quietest and most environmentally friendly.
For the home, you can buy both stationary devices designed to be fixed in the barn, and mini-milking machines for cows that can be used in any convenient place. Such a device can be loaded into a trolley or car trunk and sent to the animal pasture.
Important! Sometimes, for small livestock, home craftsmen recommend using machines for cows by placing plugs on two glasses. However, experts do not advise doing this, since the shape of the nipples and their size in goats is different from cows. The use of largedrinking glasses will make them uncomfortable and may lead to some problems.
Purchase
To buy a milking machine today is not at all difficult. A large selection of materials, prices, equipment will allow even the owner of a small farm to be satisfied with his purchase. On average, a milking machine can be purchased at a price of 15,000 to 30,000 rubles.
Most often, Turkish and Ukrainian devices or devices of joint production are purchased in Russia. The Italians produce high quality movements at a very reasonable price - only 18,000-22,000 rubles.
Specialists recommend making purchases directly from the manufacturer or from official representatives. On the websites of companies, you can analyze prices, characteristics, delivery options.
Reviews
Today, buyers are accustomed to carefully studying the opinions of the owners of the desired models at home, looking for them on the Internet.
The milking machine for cows, reviews of which can be found on thematic forums, greatly facilitates the work of the farmer. Even the owners of 2-3 cows note that with the purchase of the unit, animal care has become much easier. With the device in the barn, you can spend much less time, since machine milking saves time and effort.
Some users say that they were ready to get rid of the animals, because they do not have enough strength for manual milking, especially since the joints of the fingers begin to hurt very quickly. After milking machines appeared in their homes,the housewives are in no hurry to sell the "nurse" as they again cope with the process.
