Teat preparation system
OwnerRoy L. Rard, Ron L. Medeirosinventors
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A teat preparation apparatus to clean bovine teat before milking and then sanitize the teat after milking. The apparatus, which is connected to a control unit, includes a holder and a teat receiving body with high-pressure air, pre-dip, and post-dip ports. Inside the teat receiving body is a spray cylinder that forms two or three stacked, isolated raceways that communicate with the three ports so that air and the two solutions can be selectively-sprayed individually or together over a teat at different stages of operation. The holder may be attached a support arm integrated with a robotic system with a track parallel to a row of bovines to be milked. When used in a robotic system, two or more teat receiving bodies may be adjusted, enabling the spacing and orientation of each teat receiving body to be adjusted. Additionally, a deflection cap with an optional diffuser enhances functionality.
A teat preparation apparatus, comprising:
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