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Many domestic cow owners have tried out the Burenka milking machine. There have been a lot of reviews about the equipment. Some people like it, other owners are not happy. The range of milking machines produced under the Burenka brand is large. The manufacturer offers dry and oil type units designed for milking a certain number of livestock.
Advantages and disadvantages of milking machines for Burenka cows
In general terms, Burenok’s equipment has the following advantages:
- high-quality hoses and elastic nipple rubber;
- spacious stainless steel container;
- piston models are not afraid of milk getting into the piston;
- high-quality shipping packaging.
The disadvantages include:
- heavy equipment;
- there is no place for winding the network cable;
- the presence of a large number of moving parts creates a loud sound during operation;
- Sometimes there is an unstable milking process.
There are a lot of negative reviews from owners about the Burenka milking machine, and most of them affect piston models. Livestock farmers complain that the operation is too loud.Inside the engine, tapping sounds are clearly audible, characteristic of the operation of the crankshaft with the pistons.
A long-term increase in working pressure is considered a problem for many. From the moment of switching on, 30 to 60 seconds should pass. Problems were observed when measuring pulsation. Instead of the recommended frequency of 60 cycles/min. the equipment produces up to 76 cycles/min. The passport data indicates a pulsation ratio of 60:40. However, the pump acts as a pulsator in the Burenka piston unit. The movement of the pistons occurs without delay, which gives us the right to assume a real pulsation ratio of 50:50.
During work, some models do not work well in the third milking cycle - rest. The teat rubber does not open completely and the cow feels discomfort. The milk is sometimes not completely expressed.
The lineup
Conventionally, Burenk’s units can be divided into three groups:
- Dry type models for milking 5 cows. The milking units are equipped with a 0.75 kW engine with a rotation speed of 3 thousand revolutions/min.
- Dry type models for milking 10 cows. The devices are equipped with a 0.55 kW motor with a rotation speed of 1.5 thousand rpm.
- Oil type models for milking 10 cows. Milking machines use a 0.75 kW engine with a rotation speed of 3 thousand revolutions/min.
Each group includes a model with certain characteristics. The classification of devices is indicated by the abbreviation “Combi”, “Standard”, “Euro”.
Burenka-1 devices of the basic configuration with the designation “Standard” are suitable for home use.The milking machine can serve up to 8 cows. The Burenka-1 apparatus with the abbreviation “Euro” has small dimensions. The equipment serves 7 cows per hour. The Burenka-1 N model is popular due to the presence of a dry vacuum pump that can function away from the milking cups.
The Burenka-2 model has improved characteristics. Two cows can be connected to the device at the same time. The milking machine serves up to 20 heads per hour. The dry type vacuum pump pumps 200 liters of milk/min.
The Burenka 3m milking machine, equipped with an oil-type pump, has improved characteristics. The equipment is equipped with a 0.75 kW motor with a rotation speed of 3000 rpm. The model is designed for large farms. The general instructions for the Burenka 3m milking machine states that three cows can be connected to milking at the same time. Productivity is up to 30 cows per hour.
The characteristics of several piston-type models for domestic use for milking goats and cows are shown in the table:
The video shows the operation of the Burenka piston apparatus
Technical characteristics of milking machines
The Ukrainian manufacturer of milking machines Burenka equipped its equipment with a stainless steel can, which has a better effect on the quality of milk. The hoses for transporting milk are made of transparent silicone, which improves the process of visual control of milking. Burenki teat cup inserts are elastic and do not irritate the nipples and udder.
Burenka devices have the following qualities:
- reliable operation;
- spacious container for collecting milk;
- good performance;
- compactness of the equipment.
Despite many negative reviews about piston devices, other Burenka models have good characteristics and are easy to operate.
The table shows the characteristics of the Burenka “Tandem” milking machine. The device is equipped with a convenient transport trolley. All elements of equipment have free access. Compact dimensions and a reliable wheelbase make the model maneuverable.
How to use the Burenka milking machine
The instructions supplied with the Burenka milking machine mainly include standard steps. Before milking, the system is washed. Dry the glasses and container for collecting milk. If several cows are milked, washing is similarly necessary after each process. The milking cups are immersed in clean water and the motor is turned on. As the vacuum begins to be created, the device will begin to suck liquid through the milking cups, pass it through the hoses, and pour it into the can. After drying, the silicone inserts of teat cups are disinfected before use.
The udder is washed from dirt and adhering manure and wiped with a dry cloth. Nipples are treated especially carefully. They must enter the milking cups completely dry. The cow's udder is massaged well before milking.
A simple way to use the milking machine for Burenka cows allows a novice breeder to quickly master the equipment:
- After washing and drying the apparatus, close the can lid. Open the vacuum tap and at the same time operate the switch. The vacuum gauge should show an operating parameter of 36-40 mmHg. If the value does not correspond to the norm, perform an adjustment.
- Before connecting to the cow's udder, open the tap on the cluster of teat cups. Placement on each nipple is performed alternately. While connecting, the glasses must not be rotated, otherwise the milking rhythm will be disrupted and irregular milk expression will occur.
- If the glasses are correctly connected to the udder, milk will immediately flow through the hoses into the can when milking begins. If mistakes were made, the system depressurized, and air hissing could be heard from the glasses. There may be no milk if the connection is correct if the cow is not ready for milking. The process is stopped immediately. The glasses are removed from the udder, an additional massage is performed, and the procedure is repeated.
- During the milking process, the operator controls the operation of the system. When milk stops flowing through the hoses, milking is stopped. The device must be turned off in time so as not to damage the animal’s udder. Milk from the can is poured into another container.
After machine milking, experienced owners check by hand expressing whether the cow has given all the milk. Milking small residues prevents the formation of udder mastitis.
General requirements include the rule of observing the start of milking time. The optimal period is two months from the moment of calving. During this period, the calf is no longer given milk, but is switched to vegetables, hay and other feed. In addition, by this time the milk gains its taste value.
Conclusion
The Burenka milking machine will become a reliable assistant and will cope with its task if you select it correctly according to the parameters. It is important to follow the manufacturer's recommendations specified in the equipment operating instructions.
The pressure gauge needle jumps and does not maintain vacuum all the time.