Gemini UP
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LEVEL UP YOUR PERFORMANCE WITH OUR UNIQUE SOLUTION FOR ANY HERD SIZE
The BouMatic Gemini UP milking robot takes your dairy farming to the next level: improved cow welfare, higher milk quality, and a better life for you as a dairy farmer. The Gemini UP milking robot can be supplied with a single or double box. Discover your unique solution for any herd size.
GEMINI UP SINGLE BOX
ONE UNIT, SORT CAPABLE
UNIQUE IN SIMPLICITY
The Gemini UP single box milking robot is a 2-in-1 self-contained unit and, as a result, is quick and easy to install.
UNIQUE IN EFFICIENCY
It has an efficient, small footprint, one integrated machine room and unique in-box selection options. It therefore offers an unrivalled automatic milking solution for every farm type.
UNIQUE IN SELECTION
Cow flow is smooth and easy with the Gemini Up Single Box. The integrated selection process means there is no need for extra fencing and gates.
REACH YOUR PERFOMANCE GOALS WITH OUR EXCLUSIVE DESIGN
GEMINI UP DOUBLE BOX
MILKING 2 COWS SIDE BY SIDE IN 1 BOX
UNIQUE DOUBLE BOX DESIGN
The Gemini UP double box robot is a compact milking robot equipped with two stalls, side-by-side. It has one robot arm that milks two cows simultaneously between the rear legs.
UNIQUE TWO COW MILKING
Milking 2 cows with one arm, increases profitability and offers you a faster return on investment.
UNIQUE SOCIAL ASPECT FOR COWS
The double box also has a very important social aspect: since one cow will attract another into the box, the cows are motivated to enter the robot.
Moreover, when two cows can stand next to one another and look out on the cowshed via the open frame, they feel as if they are still with the herd.
FOR ALL THE BEST PRACTICES FOR OPTIMAL MILKING
The BouMatic milking robot is built on over 80 years of experience in best milking practices. Our robotic system follows the same tried-and-true method as conventional milking. Every detail is accounted for to deliver the best milk harvest.
Milking from behind
Our unique rear attachment approach creates a milking experience that is similar to that of a side-by-side parlour. This cow-focused approach provides direct benefits to milking, animal welfare and protecting the system. In the Gemini UP cows are relaxed, comfortable and free from the visual distraction of arm movement. This encourages frequent and fast milking and keeps each cow in her normal routine.
Optimal Udder Preparation, Cow Focus
The whole preparation process lasts 60 to 90 seconds, which is the time a cow needs to have an optimal oxytocin release and ideal milk let-down. Under these conditions you will achieve maximum milk flow.
High Performance Milking Capability
continuous milk flow
The unique milk path from the Gemini UP provides unrestricted vacuum and milkflow. This results in shorter milking times, healthier cows, and greater profitability for the dairymen.
Individual Quarter Health
Focused on the latest health metrics, milk from each individual teat is screened and analysed.This data is available to all of the dairymen’s mobile devices in real time, providing him with the critical insights on milk quality and cow health. This enhanced communication leads to better follow up and herd health management.
"A lot of restrictions have been taken out of the machine so it is now more open line between the milk receiver and the teats. Cows are milked out much quicker than before. The milk yield is higher and the vacuum is more stable."
FOR ALL THE BEST PRACTICES OF CLEAN-IN-PLACE HYGIENE
BouMatic Hygiene practices are renowned for their performance and preservation of equipment hygiene. Our engineered Circulation Cleaning approach eliminates the challenges associated with long-distance cleaning.
Through better technology and improved milking efficiences, you can produce more milk using fewer resources.
BOUMATIC IS FOCUSED ON CLEANING, ANIMAL & EQUIPMENT HYGIENE
- Cleaning any system
- Energy & water savings
- Excellent animal hygiene
- Concentrated teat dips
high satisfaction
Gemini UP provides a Comfortable Environment
open view, happier & social cow
Through the open frame of the Gemini UP, the cow has an unobstructed view and therefore feels like she is still among the herd.
This experience is even more enhanced in a double box system where cows stand freely but are still next to each other.
plenty of room
The Gemini UP has had modifications from the previous Gemini model. With a change of the gate style, there is now 15% more room for the cow within the stall position. She has more room which adds to her overall level of comfort.
optimal walking routes & throughput
The cow is able to set her own rhythm. And with the enhanced comfort features she will visit the box more often resulting in more frequent milking sessions.
EMPOWER YOUR HERD WITH FLEXIBLE AND SMART SELECTION
Wherever you want your cows to go, the BouMatic selection engine offers almost endless possibilities which are both physically and cow data driven. You can come up with numerous selection gates and various data criteria such as time, calendar, alarms, general cow information, etc.
SMOOTH AND EASY COW FLOW
The integration of the selection options means that there is no need for extra fencing and gates. The milking robot is equipped with inputs and outputs on both sides, allowing cow selection to take place in the milking station.
MULTIPLE WAY SELECTION OPTION: GRAZING COMPATIBLE
The BouMatic milking robot offers great possibilities to farms that wish to stimulate pasturing. Thanks to its integrated selection system, no extra fencing or selection gates are needed and the cows keep an open view. For dairy farms that have their robot installed further away from the gate to the grazing paddock, we offer the possibility to install an extra selection gate.
For all the best practices of clean-in-place hygiene
BouMatic Hygiene practices are renowned for their performance and preservation of equipment hygiene. Our engineered Circulation Cleaning approach eliminates the challenges associated with long-distance cleaning.
Cleaning any System
Our engineered circulation cleaning approach overcomes the challenges of long-distance cleaning. With advanced technology and improved milking efficiencies, you can produce more milk with fewer resources.
Efficient Cleaning - Circulation cleaning creates a continuous flow of cleaning solution throughout the entire system. This ensures a thorough and even distribution of cleaning agents, leading to more effective cleaning.
Removal of Stubborn Deposits - This method is effective in removing stubborn deposits such as mineral scales, sludge, or biofilms. The continuous flow helps break down and dislodge these deposits, enhancing system performance.
Suitable for Complex Systems - Circulation cleaning pushes the solution through all pathways, making it ideal for systems with multiple branches, bends, and complex configurations.
Energy & Water Savings
Our circulation cleaning approach reduces temperature and water volume requirements, lowering operational costs for dairymen without compromising system hygiene.
"We have to take into account that we are a cheese dairy and therefore have high demands on milk quality. In the meantime, we can confirm that this also works with a milking robot. General cleanliness is mandatory and the hygiene requirements must also be met by the Robot."
BouMatic is focused on cleaning
Animal & Equipment Hygiene
Animal Hygiene
Gentle on teats, tough on bacteria, BouMatic has pre-dip and post-dips formulated to maintain and protect healthy teats. Here again, BouMatic offers you many years of experience in excellent animal hygiene to harvest high-quality milk in robotic milking systems.
Concentrated Detergents
Using concentrated products is an environmentally friendly approach to use. It allows the usage of smaller container sizes which in turns saves on shipping costs. Concentrates also save water by not having to use to blend in prior to shipment. Concentrates also save you space in your utility room as you won't have multiple oversized drums on hand.
EMPOWER YOUR DAIRY WORK FLOW WITH GEMINI UP ROBOT TECHNOLOGY
FETCH TWO CUPS AT ONCE
The Gemini UP robots are equipped with a unique dual attachment functionality; an intelligently designed mechanical head that allows the robot arm to fetch two cups at once resulting in efficient arm movement. By reducing the arm movement, this dual attachment increases the cow throughput and maximises box performance.
BOUMATIC ADVANCED INTERFACE
The software technology in the Gemini UP system is extremely user-friendly. The user has multiple ways to access and manage information: smartphone, tablet, desktop computers as well as at the robot itself via a multifunctional touchscreen. Both the PC and the touchscreen are equipped with powerful processors to automate functions and access key data.
TIME-OF-FLIGHT CAMERA
The camera’s time-of-flight technology can determine the exact position of the individual teats. This very advanced new technology has given our milking robots superior attachment results. As it approaches, it conducts a 3D analysis of the teats, identifying the location more accurately. The waterproof stainlesssteel 3D camera has a flat surface for easy cleaning.
UPGRADEABLE VIA EQUIPMENT AND SOFTWARE
The BouMatic milking unit is easily upgradeable via equipment and software. Since technological evolution in robot milking has sped up exponentially, you as a forward-thinking dairy farmer can easily follow up on the latest innovations in your existing robot. This is not the norm in the industry and is quite an advantage.
ENHANCED VISION TECHNOLOGY
Gemini UP attaches cows fast and accurate thanks to machine learning technology implementation. This breakthru technology now looks at udder imagery gathered from a wide range of cows and has allowed attachment and ultimately the throughput to rise-up to the next level for your dairy. Our average attach times are now approaching under 2 minutes.
USER-FRIENDLY, EASY TO OPERATE BY ANYONE
BouMatic’s complete robot is easy to operate. As it is quite user-friendly, you can easily hand over the management to another operator, saving yourself a great deal of time. Do you need extra time to focus on something else? Would you like spend time with your family or to enjoy a relaxing holiday? Don’t worry, when you need time for other things, you can hand over your dairy operation to almost anyone.
BOUMATIC IS FOCUSED ON CLEANING | ANIMAL & EQUIPMENT HYGIENE
ANIMAL HYGIENE
Gentle on teats, tough on bacteria, BouMatic has pre-dip and post-dips formulated to maintain and protect healthy teats. Here again, BouMatic offers you many years of experience in excellent animal hygiene to harvest high-quality milk in robotic milking systems.
CONCENTRATED DETERGENTS
Using concentrated products is an environmentally friendly approach to use. It allows the usage of smaller container sizes which in turns saves on shipping costs. Concentrates also save water by not having to use to blend in prior to shipment. Concentrates also save you space in your utility room as you won't have multiple oversized drums on hand.
GAINING A BETTER HEALTH SNAPSHOT OF YOUR COWS | COW ACTIVITY & HEALTH MONITORING
EMPOWER YOUR GEMINI UP ROBOT SYSTEM with the cow activity and health monitoring solution that BouMatic can offer. With this solution you are able to give your cows the individual attention they deserve.
HEAT DETECTION
The BouMatic neck tag provides extremely accurate heat detection. Your data is available at any time and includes a display of optimum insemination time.
EATING, RUMINATION AND INACTIVE TIME MONITORING
Three unique behavioural measurements that when combined provide optimum health monitoring. Provide
ISO IDENTIFICATION
Animals are identified in the robot and also in the sorting and feeding stations. This offers you one multi-purpose solution.
MOBILE ACCESS
Coupled with the BouMatic HerdMetrix phone app, data is accessible anywhere and in realtime. This results in the ability to catch cows with health problems sooner and treat them accordingly. Moreover, the increasingly accurate insemination rates will quickly offer a return on investment.
LOCALISATION
On top of above features the system can be expanded with the localisation option. Find cows that need to be fetched, checked, treated or inseminated. It accurately shows and follows the real-time position of individual or multiple cows on your barn map with one click on your PC, tablet or smartphone.
OVERALL BENEFITS
- BETTER FERTILITY RESULTS
- IMPROVED HEALTH
- EASY MANAGEMENT
- MORE PROFIT
Gaining a better health snapshot of your cows:
Cow Activity & Health Monitoring
EMPOWER YOUR GEMINI UP ROBOT SYSTEM with the cow activity and health monitoring solution that BouMatic can offer. With this solution you are able to give your cows the individual attention they deserve.
Heat Detection
The BouMatic neck tag ensures highly accurate heat detection, providing data anytime, including the best time for insemination.
Eating, Rumination, and Inactive Time Monitoring
This system monitors three unique behavioral metrics that together offer optimal health monitoring.
ISO Identification
Animals are identified in the robot and at sorting and feeding stations, providing a comprehensive, multi-purpose solution.
Mobile Access
With the BouMatic HerdMetrix phone app, data is accessible anywhere in real-time, allowing for quicker identification and treatment of health issues. Improved insemination rates will soon lead to a return on investment.
Localisation
The system can be expanded with a localisation option, allowing you to find cows that need attention. It shows the real-time position of individual or multiple cows on your barn map with one click on your PC, tablet, or smartphone.
OVERALL BENEFITS
- Better fertility results
- Improved health
- Easy management
- More profit