The Nuts and Bolts of Tunnel Barn Cooling:

Dairy Office Computer:

Agpro provides a dedicated computer that is connected to your computer, running existing dairy network and internet service. This computer is used Agpro™s Fan to monitor, record, and send reports concerning the fan mister Mister program system. Agpro maintains access to this computer through the internet. Daily status information is automatically compiled from this unit. Agpro can access files, settings and provide upgrades remotely through this computer. This computer runs Agpro™s fan mister program.

For maximum convenience, the machine can be placed under a desk next to an office computer with a KVM switch used to select between the two when needed.  For more on this software, see below.

FM Master:

This unit updates the Fan Mister Remote units with current time, temperature and humidity information every minute via the wireless link. The FM Master monitors the activity of each remote unit and transfers this information to the Agpro™s fan mister program running on the office computer.

FM Remote:

Each remote unit controls the fans and misters for up to two cow groups. Each cow group can have two mister solenoids and two banks of fans. Each remote sends status information to the master every minute. A manual button provides a way to disable all fans and misters for a group area for a preset time.

Monitoring & Support:

Agpro will monitor the status of your cow cooling system. Performance reports are reviewed daily. If equipment failures are detected you will get a call and email so corrective action can be taken.  Remote monitoring through the web is also possible, so that you can check on the status of your cooling system while you are away from the dairy.  Consultation is provided concerning cow cooling strategies; changes are made from the dairy office or Agpro office.  You can rest assured that in the event a problem does arise, Agpro will do what it takes to get you and your dairy back online.

Record:

• Temperature
• Humidity
• Temperature/humidity index

Simulate:

• Fan usage
• Water usage
• Using recorded temperature/humidity profiles

 

 

Demo our Monitoring Software

Agpro’s FS Maestro program is designed specifically for Dairy Cow Cooling.  Daily records of temperature, humidity and THI are kept.  Cooling parameters are available and easily adjusted.  A simulation of how changes to cooling parameters affect power and water usage is provided allowing ‘what if’ analysis from your office.  Reports and alarms are given concerning the status of your system.

Record:
· Temperature
· Humidity
· Temperature/Humidity index
Control:
· Fan usage
· Water usage
· Based upon temperature
and humidity
Simulate:
· Fan usage
· Water usage
· Using recorded
temperature/humidity profiles
Monitor:
· Status of remote fan/soaker controllers
· Current temperature and humidity