Grain Handling Upgrade for a Large-Scale Rotary Dairy
Delivering an expanded grain system to match the capacity and daily demands of a high-throughput milking operation.
Evans Dairy operates one of the region’s most advanced rotary dairies, supporting a herd of around 900 head through a 70-unit automated milking platform.
To meet growing production needs, the team required an expanded grain delivery system that maintained daily reliability within strict space and operational constraints.
The Client
The Problem
The dairy’s existing feed setup needed to deliver consistent grain flow while fitting within a busy site that included heavy equipment traffic, milk tankers, and tight infrastructure access.
The challenge was to improve capacity and layout without interrupting routine milking operations.
The Solution
AFSystems worked closely with Evans Dairy to map out a comprehensive feed conveying layout suited to its rotary system.
The solution considered daily routine movements, access points, and future automation possibilities — ensuring each part of the setup fit practically within the existing facility.
The Outcome
AFSystems supported the project through on-site assessment and equipment preparation by:
- Measuring and confirming system layouts to suit site access points
- Coordinating the supply of grain conveyors and components for staged installation
- Aligning delivery and freight planning with daily dairy operations
- Working with the client’s electrical contractor for future automation readiness
Clear documentation and sequencing ensured installation could proceed efficiently and safely.
Evans Dairy now operates with a reliable and expandable grain system that supports high daily feed volumes.
The staged approach allowed the farm to continue normal milking schedules while upgrading its capacity for future herd growth and control enhancements.
Client Experience with AFS
“AFSystems understood how our dairy works day to day and built a grain system that fits around it. Their organised planning and clear documentation made the process straightforward and gave us confidence to keep moving with expansion.”
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