A J Bates
ClientA J Bates Surfaces
IndustryManufacturing
SystemConveyor Solution, Beckhoff
PublishedOctober 13, 2021
A J Bates
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The challenges
Standard blanket feeding, where every cow gets the same amount of feed, is not optimal.
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The solution
Automate-X developed an agritech automation feeding system that uses animal RFID identification to deliver feed for individual animals according to recipes set by farmers. A single PLC is mounted on the feeder to control all the machine functionalities, including movement, feeding, refilling and RFID reading. The feeder is accompanied by a user-friendly HMI screen allowing the farmer to view, modify and implement various functionalities.
By implementing EID feeding, farmers can select different groups and target these groups with different feed amounts and/or different types of feed to optimise yield and herd growth.
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The tech
A Beckhoff IPC with integrated TwinSAFE safety provides a compact, all-in-one solution for PLC control and safety. Communicating with ABB VSDs and remote IO.
New safety fencing was provided to keep operators safe, with Pilz request-to-enter door locks.
