As you know, cows rise and lie down 10 to 15 times a day. The cow must therefore have sufficient space for these actions, and her movements must not be hindered by the elements that make up the cubicle. She must not be constrained by a bar or risk injury from a stopper. Wooden or concrete stoppers may block the animals, but they can also cause trauma and even leg injuries.
To reconcile restraint and comfort in livestock buildings, Bioret has developed Aqua Board, a water-operated kneeboard . TheAqua Board consists of a water tank attached to the front of a cubicle mattress. kneeboard is made to measure according to the length of the cubicle bay. This water pocket absorbs shocks when the cow lies down, bringing her to a gentle halt.
Adaptable to all formats, the made-to-measure comfort solution
Thanks to its lateral fixings, kneeboard Aqua Board can be adapted to any type of cubicle. Its height can be adjusted from 12 to 22 cm to suit different herd sizes, cubicles and mattresses. By adjusting the filling, you can control the height and hardness of the kneepads. TheAqua Board ensures both restraint and comfort. The proof is in the natural position adopted by cows lying down, often with one leg stretched forward on theAqua Board. The device enhances the level of comfort provided by mattresses Aquastar, AquaClim.
In his new building, Hugo Lucas, a breeder in the Côtes d'Armor region, has improved cow comfort by equipping his cubicles with Aquastar mattresses and Aqua Board knee pads. Ensuring quality bedding is important for milk production and cow longevity," stresses the young breeder. In this new building, without changing the feed, we've gained 3 to 4 kilos of milk per cow. There is much less lameness and pressure sores, as the cows lie down and get up without risk of injury. " kneeboard Aqua Board 's concern for cattle welfare earned her a silver medal at the Eurotier international trade show.
