DeLaval Optimat™ system

A complete feeding solution, using automation for feed efficiency.

Key benefits

Reduced costs through minimized waste

Use the full capacity of your equipment –feeding equipment works independently so there is no need to finish feeding in a short period. Rations can be prepared right through the day.

  • Reduced work load
  • Accurate filling and mixing - control feed costs
  • Requires less space on feed tables - save build costs

Improved profits through maximized output from roughage

  • Maximize feed quality and feed delivery
  • Provides the right feed balance for each cow
  • Reduces under or overfeeding

Precision at the heart of the system

The control system ensures accurate filling, mixing and distribution. Furthermore the scale indicator on the stationary mixers can control 100 components in up to 24 batches per day. It works with any existing silos and buffer tables. It activates the motors of augers and feed tables, to load recipe components and unload feed for delivery.

Configurations

Choose the level of automation you need, or build your system one step at a time. You decide whether you just want to automate feeding concentrate; or to have your feed mixed at a central feeding centre; or whether some level of automated forage feeding is what you need. Or you might choose to install a fully automated feeding system, and gain much more accuracy in feeding and flexibility in your work schedule..

DeLaval Optimat™

DeLaval Optimat™

Forage is loaded manually into the stationary mixer and then the system handles mixing, unloading and distribution automatically. DeLaval
Reduction of total costs
Higher milk production
Less feed sorting and animal dominance
High number of treatments per day - higher dry matter intake
Lower risk of nutrient losses from aerobic degradation
DeLaval Optimat™ Plus

DeLaval Optimat™ Plus

Automatically distributes concentrate and minerals from silos to our concentrate feed stations or in-parlour feeding system, for individual feeding of each cow
DeLaval Optimat™ Master

DeLaval Optimat™ Master

The fully automatic system where recipes, groups and schedules are programmed and the system manages loading, mixing and distribution to each group.
Automatic, independent feeding – 24 hours a day
Optimized use of concentrates and minerals
Up to 70% reduction in time spent on feeding activities
Less fuel and tractors usage
Higher milk production

Stationary mixers

DeLaval stationary mixers VSM

The VSM comes in six sizes, from 8 m³ to 22 m³. All have mixing containers in high quality steel and mixing gear designed for heavy duty operation and long service life. Weighing and programming of the mixed ration can be managed on a stand alone system, or connected to management software. A DeLaval vertical stationary mixer provides a good, fluffy feed mix within a short mixing time. The unique auger design in combination with the counter knives mixes and cuts even whole round bales and long straw.

SI8000

The new scale indicator, SI8000 is designed to elevate your operational experience in DeLaval Optimat systems. Boasting a user-friendly interface, the SI8000 ensures intuitive navigation and seamless interaction. Users can enjoy enhanced visibility and clarity with a wider screen. With the DelPro™ connection, the SI8000 empowers users to efficiently manage their daily batches and recipes, enhancing operational precision and control. Complemented by a modernized look, the SI8000 combines functionality with contemporary aesthetics and delivers the best user experience

DeLaval feed wagons

OptiWagon

With our top-of-the-range version of the autonomous ground-operating OptiWagon, you can tell the wagon where to go to the barn and where to start/stop dispensing the feed. It allows you to feed different recipes to different groups of cows. OptiWagon also knows how many kg it should dispense to a certain area. OptiWagon is able to make multiple distributions spread over the day which provides fresh feed all the time.

DeLaval feed wagon ORW

Our Optimat roughage wagon, ORW operates seamlessly on rails, combining user-friendliness and a robust design to help farmers achieve effective feeding with ease. Designed for intuitive operation, the ORW allows farmers to navigate feeding tasks effortlessly. Its straightforward controls minimize the time spent on distribution enabling staff to focus on what matters most caring for the animals. With versatile travel map options, the ORW can effectively cater to different animal groups. This flexibility allows for tailored feeding strategies, ensuring that each group receives the nutrition they need for optimal growth and productivity.

DeLaval ARS100 (Automatic Rail Switch 100) and RSCB100 (Rail Switch Control Box 100)

DeLaval automatic rail switch ARS100 is a mechanical switch controlled by the rail switch control box RSCB100. It allows switching between two rails automatically according to the chosen configuration. Inductive sensors detect the rail switch arm position, limit switches and/or inductive sensors detect the feed wagon(s) activity. ARS100 and RSCB100 will ensure the feed distribution to the right groups on time.