Surge Milkers
It was a tough job cleaning surge milkers32 total reviews
Comment from Ulla
You certainly taught me Something I didn't know. Those milk machines sound very cumbersome to me and a lot of extra work. But, of course, that is progress. Good luck. Ulla:)))
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2023
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You certainly taught me Something I didn't know. Those milk machines sound very cumbersome to me and a lot of extra work. But, of course, that is progress. Good luck. Ulla:)))
Comment Written 02-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2023
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Thank you. Yeah, I imagine all the farmers who milked by hand were thrilled when the Surge milkers were invented, just as I was thrilled to change to a fully automatic milking system.
Comment from Rob Rinne
The story "Dairy Farming Experiences" offers an authentic and detailed look into the milking process on a dairy farm, told from a personal perspective. The details surrounding the milking process is detailed and informative, conveying the complexity and labor-intensiveness of using Surge Milkers. It effectively read like a crossover between a traditional narrative and an instruction manual. That personal viewpoint adds a layer of relatability and engagement for the reader while the step-by-step breakdown of the cleaning and maintenance process is well-structured, making it easy to follow and understand.
I'd like to learn more about the transition to a milking parlour where you could expanding on this change, its impact, and the emotions involved could provide a really cool story. I'd get more background on dairy farming, the reasons for choosing this method, or the broader context of your dairy farm. Please note - I am lactose intolerant. If I eat ice cream, my wife threatens to press criminal charges.
In conclusion, "Dairy Farming Experiences" effectively offers an authentic and detailed look into the milking process on a dairy farm, told from a personal perspective. I just want to learn more!
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2023
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The story "Dairy Farming Experiences" offers an authentic and detailed look into the milking process on a dairy farm, told from a personal perspective. The details surrounding the milking process is detailed and informative, conveying the complexity and labor-intensiveness of using Surge Milkers. It effectively read like a crossover between a traditional narrative and an instruction manual. That personal viewpoint adds a layer of relatability and engagement for the reader while the step-by-step breakdown of the cleaning and maintenance process is well-structured, making it easy to follow and understand.
I'd like to learn more about the transition to a milking parlour where you could expanding on this change, its impact, and the emotions involved could provide a really cool story. I'd get more background on dairy farming, the reasons for choosing this method, or the broader context of your dairy farm. Please note - I am lactose intolerant. If I eat ice cream, my wife threatens to press criminal charges.
In conclusion, "Dairy Farming Experiences" effectively offers an authentic and detailed look into the milking process on a dairy farm, told from a personal perspective. I just want to learn more!
Comment Written 02-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2023
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Thank you, and thanks for the six stars. A milking parlor is a fully automated milking system. The cows stand above the milker, so there is no bending over. When the cows are milked, an automatic takeoff removes the milkers and hangs them back up to be ready for the next cow. All I had to do was clean the cow's udders and attach the milker. When all the cows were milked, I filled a sink in another room with water, added cleaning chemicals, and flipped a switch. The system cleaned itself automatically. Quite an improvement over hand washing all those Surge milkers. The parlor allowed me to milk eight cows at a time. Now, one of my neighbors has a milking parlor that milks thirty-two cows at once. Of course, he milks over six hundred cows compared to our one hundred. I was thrilled when we changed to the new way of milking.
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Honestly? You could write another thousand words and I'd be riveted. Thank you so much.
Comment from Dawn Munro
Wow, I had no idea. But then I drink milk and that's as far as my experience with it goes. Your explanation is clear and concise, and the writing is flawless. Well done. Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2023
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Wow, I had no idea. But then I drink milk and that's as far as my experience with it goes. Your explanation is clear and concise, and the writing is flawless. Well done. Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 02-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2023
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Thank you, and thanks for the six stars. Milking is much easier today. I would hate to try milking the herds of three thousand or more cows with only Surge milkers. We had around three hundred cows, which was much to milk with the Surge milkers.
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You're very welcome. :)
Comment from Tom Horonzy
We once lived in a Dunkard community. Amish-type people with horse and buggies, whose life was largely pastoral. I seen these things while visiting neighbors. I would think after your explaining the need to clean I would simply pull up a stool and SQUEEZE them udders.
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2023
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We once lived in a Dunkard community. Amish-type people with horse and buggies, whose life was largely pastoral. I seen these things while visiting neighbors. I would think after your explaining the need to clean I would simply pull up a stool and SQUEEZE them udders.
Comment Written 02-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2023
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Thank you. I do believe some of the Amish still use this type of milker. While looking on Google for a picture, I found out these old milkers are worth from five hundred to over a thousand, and we had more than ten of them. I think my husband sold them for scrap metal.
Comment from phill doran
Hello Anon,
Very informative. I lived for several years on a dairy farm, but I can't say I ever got too close to the milking shed. It was out of bounds.
I can confirm though that dairy farmers (like all farmers) work hard and rely heavily on their equipment - whatever century it originates in.
I thought it funny that you described the surge milkers as a "pain in the butt" - I am sure that, anatomically, the cows would see it differently!
Just a suggestion: break the second paragraph at "Next" and create a new paragraph.
cheers
phill
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2023
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Hello Anon,
Very informative. I lived for several years on a dairy farm, but I can't say I ever got too close to the milking shed. It was out of bounds.
I can confirm though that dairy farmers (like all farmers) work hard and rely heavily on their equipment - whatever century it originates in.
I thought it funny that you described the surge milkers as a "pain in the butt" - I am sure that, anatomically, the cows would see it differently!
Just a suggestion: break the second paragraph at "Next" and create a new paragraph.
cheers
phill
Comment Written 02-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2023
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Thank you. They were a pain in the butt. There was so much maintenance to keep them working and clean. The pulsator had to be dismantled, new parts put in, oiled, and put back together at least once a month. With a milking parlor, I flipped a switch to clean, and the entire system washed itself automatically. I will edit and revise the paragraph. Thanks for catching that oops.
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
Crikey! That's a lot of work for a cup of hot milk before I go to bed! This was an absolute eye opener. I will savour my hot milk slowly tonight. I Enjoyed reading this bit of your life on the farm. Well done and good luck in the contest. :)) Sandra
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2023
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Crikey! That's a lot of work for a cup of hot milk before I go to bed! This was an absolute eye opener. I will savour my hot milk slowly tonight. I Enjoyed reading this bit of your life on the farm. Well done and good luck in the contest. :)) Sandra
Comment Written 01-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2023
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Thank you. It's a lot easier now. Everything is automated, even the cleanup. All a milker has to do is clean the cow's udders and put the milker on.
Comment from Lisasview
I love learning new and interesting things so thank you for sharing... I suppose the surge~milkers were easier than milking by hand...
Many things are like that...
Thank you for sharing....
Lisa
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2023
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I love learning new and interesting things so thank you for sharing... I suppose the surge~milkers were easier than milking by hand...
Many things are like that...
Thank you for sharing....
Lisa
Comment Written 01-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2023
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Thank you. Yeah, I imagine it was a blessing when these milkers were invented and farmers no longer had to milk by hand.
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For sure....
Lisa
Comment from BethShelby
My aunt and uncle ran a grade a dairy where they had to do all this in fifties. I watched this process and something participated, but I don't even know what a milking parlor is. I'll look it up. It sounds like you are saying it is better way of doing things.
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2023
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My aunt and uncle ran a grade a dairy where they had to do all this in fifties. I watched this process and something participated, but I don't even know what a milking parlor is. I'll look it up. It sounds like you are saying it is better way of doing things.
Comment Written 01-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2023
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Thank you. The cows are on a raised platform in a milking parlor, so the person milking doesn't have to bend over to put the milkers on. When the cow is milked, an automatic takeoff removes the milker and hangs it back up. All the milker has to do is clean the cow's udder and put the milker on the cow. The system does the rest, even the cleanup after milking is finished. All I had to do was fill a sink with water and cleaning chemicals and flip the switch to wash, and the system did the rest. It was heaven after using those Surge milkers.
Comment from LJbutterfly
Your title peaked my curiosity. I had no idea what a Surge Milker was. This was a true Class in Session and education. Using these things sounds like more work than I have ever done. Now, I wonder what a milking parlor is. Best wishes in the contest.
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2023
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Your title peaked my curiosity. I had no idea what a Surge Milker was. This was a true Class in Session and education. Using these things sounds like more work than I have ever done. Now, I wonder what a milking parlor is. Best wishes in the contest.
Comment Written 01-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2023
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Thank you. A milking parlor was like heaven on earth to me. The whole system is automated. The cows are on a platform, so one doesn't have to bend over to put the milkers on. All I had to do was clean the cow's udder and attach the milker. When the cow was miked, an automatic takeoff removed the milker and hung it up. All I had to do to clean the parlor and milkers was fill the sinks with water and cleaning chemicals and turn the system to wash, and it cleaned itself. I still must hose the floor, but that was a piece of cake compared to all the cleaning with the Surge milkers. A surge milker had to be taken off and dumped into a milk conveyor with each cow. Those milkers could weigh up to seventy pounds when full of milk. At least I had good muscle tone in those days. LOL
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Thank you for your explanation. I feel that I've really learned something new. The director of the school I taught at, grew up on a dairy farm. I had so many things I wanted to ask her, but there was never any time to talk about anything but the children. I really appreciate you taking time to explain.
Comment from Ben Colder
Personally, I am glad you spent the time cleaning them. The last thing anyone would want is some unknown sickness from milk. Thanks again for your concern toward our health. Hope you win the contest. You deserve it.
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2023
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Personally, I am glad you spent the time cleaning them. The last thing anyone would want is some unknown sickness from milk. Thanks again for your concern toward our health. Hope you win the contest. You deserve it.
Comment Written 01-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2023
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Thank you. I would have liked to give more details, but the word count wouldn't allow it. Sometimes, the word count is too low for these contests.