Shoof Quarter Milker Connector for Dairy Cows
Description
Shoof Quarter Milker Connector
The Shoof Quarter Milker Connector is a replacement connector fitting that forms part of a quarter milker set-up in the dairy shed. It is for dairy farmers and herd managers who need to milk one quarter of a cow separately, so that milk from a treated or monitored quarter is kept out of the bulk vat.
Best for farms that already run a quarter milker and want a spare connector on the shelf, this is a straightforward piece of shed hardware rather than a complete milking unit. You can find more farm and livestock kit in our Agrihealth collection.
Key Features
- Replacement connector for quarter milker equipment
- Supports separate milking of a single quarter
- Fits into the line and removes again quickly between cows
- Easy to strip down and wash with your usual plant cleaning routine
- Sensible spare to keep in the dairy so milking is not held up
- From Shoof, a New Zealand supplier of livestock and dairy equipment
Specifications
| Brand | Shoof |
|---|---|
| Product | Quarter Milker Connector |
| Type | Replacement connector fitting |
| Category | Agrihealth / dairy equipment |
| Intended animal | Dairy cows |
| Country of origin | New Zealand |
How to Use
- Check the connector is clean, dry and free from cracks or splits before use.
- Fit the connector into your quarter milker set-up following the instructions supplied with your milking plant.
- Attach to the cow and milk the affected quarter separately from the rest of the udder.
- Remove the connector and keep the collected milk separate from the bulk vat as advised by your veterinary surgeon.
- Rinse and wash the connector with the rest of the plant, then allow it to drain and dry before storing.
FAQ
What is a quarter milker connector used for?
It is a fitting used within a quarter milker set-up so that a single quarter of a cow can be milked on its own, keeping that milk separate from the rest of the udder and out of the bulk vat.
Is this a complete quarter milker?
No. This listing is for the connector only, which is a replacement or spare part for an existing quarter milker set-up.
When would a farmer milk one quarter separately?
Most commonly when a quarter is under treatment or being monitored and its milk must be withheld from the vat. Always follow your veterinary surgeon's advice on withholding periods.
How do I clean the connector?
Wash it after each use as part of your normal milking plant hygiene routine, then let it drain and dry before storing it somewhere clean and dry.
When should the connector be replaced?
Inspect it regularly and replace it if it becomes cracked, split, distorted or otherwise worn, as damaged fittings can affect hygiene and performance.
Where is Shoof equipment from?
Shoof is based in New Zealand and supplies animal health and livestock farming equipment for dairy, beef and general farm work.
About Shoof
Shoof is a New Zealand-based manufacturer and supplier of animal health and livestock equipment, known on farms for practical, hard-wearing tools. The range covers hoof care, calving aids, dairy hygiene and milking shed hardware for everyday work with cattle.