The cooling of milk plays an important role in determining its hygienic quality. The principles of the cooling plant are described as are the options for improving the plant's performance. The brochure looks at the steps producers can take to maintain the energy efficiency of their milking and cooling systems. It also discusses the implications of alternate day collection.
Advice is given on refrigerants, stand-by generators, heating, lighting and ventilation.
Eight pages illustrated in colour. Efficient Techniques for Hygiene and Heating FEC2106 Milking plant needs scrupulous cleaning which calls for chemicals and a supply of hot water. The options for heating water efficiently are set out and guidelines on quantities and temperatures are quoted from British standard BS 5226. Cleaning routines are described and the scope and techniques for heat recovery are discussed. Additional sections cover calf feeding, personnel heating and frost protection.