Lely Vector automatic feeding system flexible, fresh feeding Efficient high quality milk production largely depends on the way you can feed the concept that can take care of this and will do even more; it allows for 24/7 flexible labour requirements. The Lely Vector automatic feeding system is a concept that was developed in close co-operation with our customers and allows for optimal results 34
LELY DAIRY EQUIPMENT Optimum flexibility feeding without compromises Taking care of feeding cows is an important daily routine. It is in your mind 24/7. With the Lely Vector automatic feeding system, you are only required to pay attention to feeding the cows once every three days! In addition, with the Vector system you are completely flexible in the feeding strategy you like to implement. It is the perfect solution for every farm, also offering flexibility to adapt to future expansion. Flexibility in feeding routine Quick and easy feed type changes the open kitchen offers freedom without borders. Changing rations in no time every group its own ration, only when needed. More precise feeding the animals will get exactly what they need. Flexibility in changing groups moving cows to another group without any hassle. Feeding equipment Flexibility in your daily routine Freedom to plan your work as well as your social life the system can stock feed for three days in advance. Not dependent on external labour routing and rations in your own hands without doing it yourself. Feeding based on the need of the cows the feed height sensor knows when fresh feed is needed. Pushing feeds 24/7 less leftovers since the animals can always reach the feed. Flexibility for every farm, now and in the future Fits in a narrow feed alley without extra support or profiles more freedom and reduction of construction costs. More barns but only one feeding system as an autonomous vehicle the robot can navigate and feed in more barns. Easy to adjust routes changes in barn or group set-up without problems. Ready for future expansion 250-300 cows per robot, two robots per kitchen for even more capacity. 35
Fresh feed multiple times a day Your cows make your money and therefore they deserve their feed just like you want it yourself: in well measured, fresh portions, straight from the kitchen. The Lely Vector system allows for 24/7 fresh feed and it is brought to the cows multiple filled alternate with small bites of different feeds, Fresh, well mixed portions Excellent mixing in short time light mixing Everything tastes good no sorting of feed Small fresh meals less heated up feed. Higher feed intake constant delivery of fresh feed will encourage to consume more, The highest return on your feed investment Farming is increasingly a business whereby the difference in financial results is decided by the way in which you manage the margins. Cows become healthier by consistent feeding and a higher feed intake for all cows results in better performance of the low ranking cows. More fresh feed will reduce leftovers which means more efficient use of roughage. In addition, a significant saving in energyconsumption is achieved. Feeding, make your strategy profitable Suitable for all group sizes even small groups will get their own, specially mixed, ration. Feeding according to feed conversion ratio the Vector system can provide the best feed for the best cows automatically. Low running costs electrically powered: clean, quiet and energy saving. Saving of eight hours labour a week reported by existing customers! Improved feed efficiency results shown by precise reporting. More milking robot visits fresh feed served multiple times per day will stimulate cow activity. 36
LELY DAIRY EQUIPMENT Lely Vector a comprehensive and 5 3 2 6 Feeding equipment 4 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 Silage clamp Feed kitchen Barn with milking cows Barn with young stock and dry cows Concentrates and minerals Mixing and feeding robot Specifications Dimensions mixing and feeding robot Length 246 cm Width 162 cm Weight 1,281 kg Height with sliding 278 cm/193 cm door open/closed Mixer volume 2 m 3 Capacity and requirements Max. capacity one robot 250-300 (animals) Max. number of groups 16 Surface floor Flat Max. inclination 5% Required min. width feed alley Feeding at both sides 325 cm Feeding at one side 310 cm Corridor without 275 cm feeding Feed kitchen; required dimensions feed blocks Shape Straight cut blocks Max. depth 105 cm (grabber width) Feed Well-cut or shredded product, advise feed length between 10 and 20 cm. 37
Mixing and feeding robot The mixing and feeding robot of the Lely Vector system is a self-contained, battery-operated vehicle which is capable of automatically feeding a self-mixed ration. Vertical mixer auger Ensures superb mixing. The counterblade makes it possible to mix straw hay as well as other feed types. Antenna For wireless communication between components of the Lely Vector system. Distributor Distributes the feed along the feed fence. The amount of feed will be determined by the driving speed. Ultrasound sensor Ensures that the mixing and feeding robot follows the feeding fence at pre-determined distances. Emergency stop and pause button To stop or switch off the system immediately if necessary. Load cells Compile the right ration and to determine the right amount of feed to dose. Collision bumper Ensures that the system stops immediately if it encounters an obstacle. Adaptor Connects perfect to charging station. Feed height sensor Measures the amount of feed at the feed fence and determines where and when fresh feed is needed. This way there is always enough feed available for the cows. 38
LELY DAIRY EQUIPMENT Feed kitchen The feed kitchen is the area in which the feed is stored, selected, picked and loaded in the robot for mixing. Depending on the width and depth of the kitchen it can easily stock feed for three days. Feed grabber Selects and picks the feed and loads it in the mixing and feeding robot. It surveys the sector of the feed storage area that was marked out for a particular type of feed, where it fetches this feed from the highest point. Concentrate dispenser Controls the dosing of the concentrates which are stored in bulk. Quantities can be determined and dosed in the forage with utmost precision. Safety door The total system meets stringent international standards. Feeding equipment Mineral and additive dispenser Minerals and additives can also be mixed through the roughage in smaller quantities. Lely Vector automatic Flexible Flexible in feeding strategy. Flexible in your daily routine. Flexible for every farm and future expansion. Fresh Fresh from the clamp. Fresh from the kitchen. Fresh at the feed fence. Feeding Feeds well balanced rations. Feeds according to needs. Feed well spread at the fence. Results in No stress in the herd. More cow activity. High feed intake. High feed efficiency. High milk production. Users say: I am sure my herd s milk production will increase thanks to the Lely Vector automatic feeding system. Especially during the summer, constant fresh feeding is a huge benefit which The Netherlands On this farm we save 600 hours and approximately 6.000 litres of diesel every year Sweden I think it will be much easier for the future generation to take over when the work is so Sweden Some years ago we operated a railed feeding system in our previous barn and compared to that, this system is so much more flexible. Using the Lely Vector system, we can even feed the The Netherlands 39