Milking Parlours

Precision Motion for Milking Parlour Automation

Miniature motors and gearboxes play a vital role in automating and controlling fluid and mechanical systems within modern milking parlours.

Rotalink’s motion systems provide the accuracy, torque, and reliability required for efficient milking, fluid transfer, feeding, and cleaning processes — supporting improved productivity, hygiene, and animal welfare.

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Industry Challenges

Milking parlour systems require durable, hygienic, and energy-efficient motion solutions that can operate continuously in demanding agricultural environments.

Hygienic design
resistance to moisture, chemicals, and washdown cleaning.
Continuous operation
reliable performance in 24/7 milking cycles.
Torque and speed control
essential for gentle handling of fluids and equipment.

Rugged construction
tolerance to vibration, dirt, and environmental exposure.
Energy efficiency
minimising power use in automated systems.

How Motion Technology Supports Milking Parlour Systems

Rotalink’s miniature motors and gearboxes automate and control key processes in milking parlours, ensuring consistent performance and reduced manual effort.
Our motion systems provide:

Precise torque delivery
for pumps, gates, and feeders.
Sealed, robust designs
suitable for washdown and outdoor operation.
Smooth, controlled motion
improving efficiency and reducing noise.
Reliable, low-maintenance drives
ideal for agricultural environments.
Custom-engineered configurations
tailored to specific system designs.

Applications of Motor Gearboxes in Fluid Control

Motor gearboxes are used throughout fluid control systems to reduce speed and increase torque, delivering precise control over flow and pressure. Common applications include:

Valve Actuation

Function: Gearboxes drive actuators to open or close flow control valves (ball, gate, or butterfly).
Use: Irrigation systems, fertiliser injectors, and dairy processing equipment.

Pump Drives

Function: Gear-reduced motors regulate flow rate and pressure in centrifugal, peristaltic, or diaphragm pumps.
Use: Water circulation, washdown, and chemical dosing systems.

Agitators & Mixers

Function: Provide slow, controlled mixing of fluids in tanks or reservoirs.
Use: Milk cooling tanks, cleaning solution preparation, and chemical mixing.

Pressure Control Systems

Function: Gear motors drive variable-speed pumps or compressors to maintain constant pressure.
Use: Stable operation of milking and washdown systems.

Applications in Milking Parlours

In milking parlours, motor gearboxes automate mechanical and fluid-handling systems, enhancing efficiency, hygiene, and consistency across daily operations:

Milking Cluster Lifting and Lowering

Function: Operates pneumatic or mechanical systems to raise or lower milking clusters automatically.

Feed Dispensers

Function: Controls screw conveyors or dosing mechanisms to distribute feed during milking cycles.

Milk Pump Drives

Function: Regulates the flow of milk from clusters to the storage tank.
Benefit: Torque and speed control prevents foaming or damage to milk quality.

Automatic Gate Systems

Function: Controls cow entry and exit gates, as well as sorters, for smooth herd movement.

Cleaning Systems (CIP – Clean-In-Place)

Function: Powers pumps and rotating spray heads to ensure thorough cleaning of lines and equipment.

Why Choose Rotalink for Milking Parlour Applications?

Proven agricultural expertise
powering automation in dairy and livestock systems.
Durable, washdown-ready designs
built to handle harsh farm conditions.
Efficient, low-noise drives
improving comfort and reducing energy use.
Custom-engineered gear systems
tailored for fluid and mechanical applications.
UK-based design and support
providing technical guidance from design to deployment.