DeLaval’s OptiDuo Robotic Feeder

DeLaval’s development engineers don’t only focus on milking – the whole dairy cycle is just as important. The OptiDuo™ is a new robotic feed pusher with a twin-spiralled rotating auger that remixes and repositions feed without damaging or crushing the roughage. This ensures that cows have greater access to refreshed, more appealing feed.

The OptiDuo™ can be programmed to work around the clock, meaning cows have access to feed 24 hours a day. This helps ensure heifers and lower-ranked cows get the same opportunity to feed, reducing stress and competition while increasing overall intake—leading to more milk in the tank. Different settings can be applied for various groups, such as lactating cows or young stock.

Key Benefits of the OptiDuo™:

Improved Productivity & Higher Feed Intake

• Remixes and repositions feed, making it more appealing to cows
• Prevents feed compaction, encouraging higher consumption
• 24/7 feed availability leads to increased milk production

Increased Work Efficiency

• Eliminates the time-consuming task of manual feed pushing
• Operates 24/7 on schedule, ensuring consistent feed access
• Adaptive Drive automatically handles different feed types and volumes

Enhanced Animal Welfare

• Even distribution of feed reduces stress for lower-ranked animals
• Encourages cows to visit the feeding table more often
• Reduces competition at the feeding table

Less Feed Waste

• Reduces sorting, ensuring cows consume more of their feed
• Handles different feed types and automatically adjusts for different feed volumes
• Decreases the amount of leftover feed waste, reducing clean-up time

Safe & Reliable Operation

• Advanced navigation ensures precise movement without unexpected deviations
• Safety sensors stop the robot if obstructed by a person or animal
• Automatically restarts once the path is clear

Handles Large Feed Piles & Various Feed Types

• Adaptive Drive technology adjusts speed and path based on feed conditions
• Works efficiently with larger feed piles
• Greater flexibility reduces stoppages and ensures continuous operation

Designed for Simplicity & Low Maintenance

• Few parts need replacement, reducing downtime
• No requirement for greasing, making maintenance hassle-free
• Built for long-term reliability and smooth operation

Come and view the OptiDuo in action.  Speak to T H WHITE’s Dairy specialists today.

Or Learn more about the DeLaval OptiDuo™ and its benefits by visiting DeLaval’s official website.