Dairy Systems & Milking Parlors
Comprehensive dairy farm solutions integrating milking technology, cow comfort, and farm management systems. From small family farms to large commercial dairies, we design facilities that optimize milk quality, animal welfare, and operational efficiency while respecting halal dairy production principles.
Integrated Dairy Solutions
Modern dairy farming requires sophisticated systems that balance productivity with animal welfare, milk quality with operational efficiency, and traditional practices with cutting-edge technology. IMP's dairy design services bring together the best of global dairy innovation adapted to local conditions and cultural requirements.
Our approach begins with understanding your production goals, market requirements, and operational philosophy. Whether you're establishing a new dairy operation or modernizing existing facilities, we provide turnkey solutions that deliver consistent, high-quality milk production.
From milking parlor design to cow comfort systems, feed management to waste handling, we create integrated dairy facilities that are profitable, sustainable, and aligned with halal principles for dairy production.
Milking Systems
Herringbone Parlors
Efficient side-by-side milking for medium-sized operations:
- • 2x8 to 2x24 configurations
- • Rapid exit systems
- • Swing-over or double-up options
- • Automatic cluster removers
- • Individual cow identification
Parallel Parlors
High-throughput milking for larger commercial dairies:
- • 2x10 to 2x40 configurations
- • Rapid indexing systems
- • Crowd gates and backing gates
- • Platform washing systems
- • High-speed milk meters
Rotary Parlors
Continuous-flow milking for maximum efficiency:
- • 40 to 80 stall platforms
- • External or internal configurations
- • Variable speed control
- • Automatic teat spraying
- • Integrated cow traffic systems
Automated Milking Systems
Robotic Milking
Voluntary milking systems for progressive dairy operations:
- • 60-70 cows per robot capacity
- • 24/7 milking availability
- • Individual cow management
- • Automatic teat cleaning and attachment
- • Real-time milk quality monitoring
Benefits
Improved cow welfare and operational flexibility:
- • Reduced labor requirements
- • Increased milking frequency
- • Better udder health outcomes
- • Detailed production analytics
- • Flexible work schedules for farmers
Cow Comfort & Housing
Barn Design & Ventilation
Creating optimal environments for cow health and productivity.
- •Natural cross-ventilation with ridge vents and sidewall curtains
- •Tunnel ventilation for hot climate applications
- •Positive pressure tube ventilation for cold climates
- •Circulation fans for air movement and cooling
- •Evaporative cooling and soaking systems
- •LED lighting systems for extended photoperiod
Resting Areas
Comfortable stalls that promote rest and rumination.
- •Free-stall designs with proper dimensions by cow size
- •Sand, mattress, or deep-bedded pack options
- •Brisket boards and neck rails properly positioned
- •Adequate lunge space for natural movement
- •Non-slip flooring in alleys and walkways
- •Rubber mats in high-traffic areas
Feed & Water Systems
Ensuring consistent access to quality nutrition and hydration.
- •Drive-through feed alleys for efficient delivery
- •Lockable headlocks for animal restraint
- •Automated feed push-up systems
- •TMR (Total Mixed Ration) preparation areas
- •Multiple water points with adequate flow rates
- •Heated waterers for cold climate operations
Special Needs Areas
Dedicated spaces for animal care and management.
- •Hospital pens with easy cow access
- •Maternity pens with calving gates
- •Fresh cow pens for transition management
- •Breeding areas with proper restraint
- •Hoof trimming and treatment facilities
- •Quarantine areas for new arrivals
Farm Management Technology
Modern dairy operations rely on sophisticated management systems to monitor cow health, optimize production, and ensure profitability. We integrate leading technology platforms tailored to your operational needs.
Herd Management Software
- •Individual cow production records and history
- •Breeding and reproduction management
- •Health events and treatment protocols
- •Feed efficiency tracking and optimization
- •Financial analysis and benchmarking
Monitoring Systems
- •Activity monitors for heat detection
- •Rumination sensors for health monitoring
- •Milk meters with conductivity measurement
- •Sort gates for automated cow routing
- •Body condition scoring cameras
All systems integrate with mobile devices for real-time alerts and remote monitoring, enabling proactive management and rapid response to issues.
Milk Quality & Hygiene
Clean Milk Production
Achieving premium milk quality requires attention to every detail from cow preparation through milk storage. Our designs incorporate best practices for hygiene and quality control:
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Pre-Milking Hygiene
Automatic teat cleaning, sanitizing, and drying systems
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Milking Process
Gentle vacuum levels, pulsation optimization, and liner quality
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Post-Milking Care
Teat dipping systems and proper cow standing time
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Equipment Sanitation
Automated CIP systems with monitoring and validation
Milk Cooling & Storage
Rapid Cooling Systems
- • Plate coolers for initial temperature reduction
- • Properly sized bulk tanks with efficient agitation
- • Cooling to 4°C within 2 hours of milking
- • Temperature monitoring and alarming
Quality Testing
- • In-line milk analyzers for components
- • Somatic cell count monitoring
- • Antibiotic residue testing
- • Bacteria count verification
Halal Considerations
- • Dedicated equipment for halal operations
- • Approved cleaning chemicals and protocols
- • Segregated storage if handling multiple certifications
- • Complete traceability systems
Young Stock & Dry Cow Facilities
Calf Housing
Healthy start for future milking cows:
- • Individual hutches for disease prevention
- • Group pens after weaning
- • Automated milk feeding systems
- • Climate-controlled environments
- • Easy cleaning and disinfection
Heifer Development
Facilities for optimal growth:
- • Age-grouped housing systems
- • Breeding area with handling facilities
- • Pregnancy monitoring systems
- • Transition to milking herd
- • Growth monitoring technology
Dry Cow Management
Rest and preparation for next lactation:
- • Separate housing from milking herd
- • Close-up pen for transition feeding
- • Body condition monitoring
- • Vaccination and treatment areas
- • Calving pen proximity
Manure & Environmental Systems
Sustainable manure management protects the environment while creating valuable resources. Our integrated approach addresses collection, treatment, and utilization of dairy waste streams.
Collection Systems
- ✓Flush systems with recycled water
- ✓Scraper systems for free-stall barns
- ✓Slotted floors with underfloor storage
- ✓Sand separation and recycling
- ✓Gravity flow collection channels
Treatment Options
- ✓Anaerobic digesters for biogas production
- ✓Composting systems for solid separation
- ✓Lagoon systems with proper lining
- ✓Mechanical separation equipment
- ✓Nutrient recovery systems
Value-Added Products
Transform waste into resources: renewable energy from biogas, organic fertilizers for crop production, recycled bedding for cow comfort, and carbon credits from methane reduction.
Ready to Develop Your Dairy Operation?
From small family dairies to large commercial operations, our integrated design approach delivers facilities that optimize productivity, profitability, and animal welfare while respecting halal dairy principles.