Robotic Milkers Quote

[Katesills]

Does anyone having quotes/pricing for different types of robotic milking systems?
As well, what are the potential maintenance costs?
Any opinions on pricing and deals?

cheers

 

[upnortheast]

Probably more important is the reputation of the local dealer.
Some are very keen to sell the kit but struggle to retain skilled staff to provide a good level of support.

 

[Katesills]

Probably more important is the reputation of the local dealer.
Some are very keen to sell the kit but struggle to retain skilled staff to provide a good level of support.

What dealers/ models would you recommend or avoid?

 

[upnortheast]

All models milk cows.
Probably not appropriate to discuss dealers on a public forum
Best advice is to get in the car, watch machines at work & talk to owners

 

[Jdunn55]

All models milk cows.
Probably not appropriate to discuss dealers on a public forum
Best advice is to get in the car, watch machines at work & talk to owners

Remember when dealers take you to farms, they're only going to take you to the successful ones, you want to visit the ones who will tell you any problems too so you can see if you can work with said problems (which they all have despite what the dealers may tell you)

 

[Tasteless]

Id expect 110-125k a robot.
Go for a dealer with most local mechanics or one you have a good relationship with. The bots aren't far different from each other these days.
Service contracts can be expensive but worth it. For context mine £2600 a month 4 bots, test spray, all chemicals, servicing and parts all free over £75.