Why DeLaval Flow-Responsive™ Milking is better

DeLaval Flow-Responsive™ Milking uses actual milk flow to adjust milking parameters like vacuum and pulsation to create a more efficient milk flow profile.

DeLaval Flow-Adjusted Stimulation

In most of the monovac systems the vacuum and pulsation levels are set to be effective during the high milk flow. To avoid teat-damages before oxytocin release and the introduced milk let-down a delay after cleaning and before attachment is needed. This waiting period is not longer required as the system is managing the stimulation process after immediate attach of cluster.

DeLaval Flow-Adjusted Vacuum

Flow-Adjusted Vacuum speeds up the milk-extraction by lifting the vacuum level when high milk flow is available and then reducing level again once high flow has ended. This is avoiding the inevitable trade-off between udder-health and productivity that is created by a fixed vacuum level over the entire milking process.

It's all about the flow

The basis for milk flow and extraction is about cooperating with the cows' willingness to let go of the milk and when.

With Flow-Responsive Milking we utilise the cows' full potential without a negative impact on teat health and animal welfare

Real experiences with DeLaval Flow-Responsive™

Don’t just take our word for it. DeLaval Flow-Responsive™ Milking is already generating results for farmers around the world.

Hear what Henrik, Anja and Alexander have to say about how DeLaval Flow-Responsive™ has benefited their milking operation.

The Science Behind Flow-Responsive™ Milking

DeLaval Flow-Responsive™ Milking is backed by science - Read the research behind Flow-Responsive Milking in these 3 ground-breaking studies from top scientists in the field of Dairy Production.

Prof. Dr. Douglas J Reinemann

"Effects of Flow-Controlled Vacuum on Milking Speed"

Prof. Dr. ir. Henk Hogeveen

"Reduced Labour Costs when using a Flow-Controlled Vacuum..."

Prof. Dr. Rupert Bruckmaier

"Different vacuum levels, vacuum reduction during low milk flow..."

Technologies and Services Enabling DeLaval Flow-Responsive™ Milking:

DeLaval DelPro™

The latest DeLaval DelPro™ gives you more control than anything we've offered before. By surrounding you with faster, more accurate information, analysis,
reports and alerts, you can make more informed decisions on your farm.

DeLaval Evanza™

The DeLaval Evanza™ cluster with DeLaval TopFlow™ technology and DeLaval Clover™ cartridges works with milk flow to milk quickly, comfortably and efficiently; with a particular focus on helping you to maximise yield. It is simply our most innovative cluster yet.

DeLaval InService™ All-Inclusive

With DeLaval InService™ All-Inclusive we carry out routine maintenance, scheduled servicing and the replenishment of consumables; all for one agreed price and with a payment structure that works for you.

Taking a 360º view of your farm with DeLaval Flow-Responsive™ Milking

Farm Profitability

With Flow-Responsive Milking you can make every second count. The ability to extract more milk than a conventional monovac system, in less time and with less labour is highly beneficial, particularly on large farms.

Work Efficiency

Flow-Responsive Milking makes it possible to streamline your milking processes to create simple, worker-friendly routines that save labour. Milk in less time or milk more cows per session, with less energy and less stress on your team.

Animal Welfare

Shorter milking times mean less stress on teats. FlowResponsive Milking may improve teat condition and udder health, for a healthy and productive herd.

Food Safety

Not only are all materials used with Flow-Responsive Milking food safety approved, but lower instances of mastitis from shorter milking times means more highquality milk is produced.