Ekomilk AMP lab cluster for over 1000 milk samples per hour at approx €0.03 per test with guaranteed accuracy

Introduction to Ekomilk–AMP clusters
for milk quality & milk composition analysis
at approx. €0.03 / analysis,
reaching over 350 milk samples / hour (guaranteed)
March 2019
Belgium/Bulgaria
www.animalmonitoring.com

Milk parameters measured by Ekomilk-AMP cluster,
for bulk tank and for individual milk samples
Standard milk parameters for EHU cluster version:
measurement range accuracy specifications
• SCC (somatic cell count): 10 000 ÷ 15 000 000 cells/ml +/- 22 000 cells/ml
(for SCC values around 200 000 cells/ml)
• Fat content: 0.1 ÷ 12% +/- 0.04%
• Protein content: : 1 ÷ 9% +/- 0.12%
• Solids without fats (SNF): 4 ÷ 12% +/- 0.18%
Please check your user manual for milk sampling and milk sample conditions.
Optional milk parameters, measured on-demand for EHU:
• Total Solids (TS), dry rest
• Ketosis indicator (animal health score) <30 DIL
• Lactose indicator
• Conductivity
• Added water, density, freezing point indicators (adulteration)
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Ekomik-AMP cluster unit: upgraded Mini-lab
Each unit in an Ekomilk-AMP cluster can be represented as consisting of 3 parts: EHU, AMP and SF
Ekomilk Horizon Unlimited (EHU): milk analysis instrument
• This EHU special cluster version (SKU: EHU_hdclextr00) measures: F, P, SNF, high accuracy SCC
and several optional parameters (total solids, ketosis, conductivity, lactose, added water, fp, CLR)
AMP (cluster version): the backbone of each cluster
• AMP provides complete cluster management and maintenance guideance for instruments and Sample Feeder
• Automatic result transfer via Wifi & LAN RJ45 to email, SMS, Cloud server APIs, custom XLS reports
• Instrument maintenance, support and diagnostics
• Sample identification workflow, powerful calibration engine, measurement supervision, user account management,
user-defined alert notifications
AMPI Sample Feeder (SF): sample tray loading, verification, preparation and supply station
• Fast change of sample trays and consumables (water, dummy milk, cleaning solutions) in the service rack
• Automatic rinsing and cleaning of the instrument between and during tray analysis
• Automated sample preparation solves one of the most common lab operator errors for milk analysis
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Ekomik-AMP cluster unit: upgraded Mini-lab
Optionnal accessories & peripherals:
• Extra sample trays, USB keyboard, barcode reader, weighing scale, RFID, milking robot version, Bluetooth, NFC reader,
RJ45 (ethernet)
• AMP modules: milking robot ID matching, automatic lab sample identification over barcode or RFID, advanced full-range
calibration, secure XML & JSON data exchange, API for 3rd party Cloud modules, external databases
Each unit in a cluster can be seen as an upgraded Mini-lab
• It’s a Mini-lab to which extra hardware and software components have been added
• Usually the heavy-duty version of EHU and SF are used
• Youtube intro video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zE3_XrkW7rI
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Sample throughput, analyses and operator time
• You choose the required minimum & average sample throughput (avg nr of milk sample analyses per
hour)
• We design the cluster and guarantee this sample analysis throughput (contractual)
• The cluster size (nr of units) mainly depends on
• Type of milk samples (bulk tank vs individual cow),
• Desired accuracy and
• Desired measurement ranges
• The time for an operator to change sample trays is less than 15 seconds:
• For a trained operator
• Also includes refilling with ready-to-use consumables
• Excluding sample cup rinsing & cup opening (depends on type of sample cups)
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Sample throughput, analyses and operator time
• Please contact us for a conceptual approach about the time spent and the tasks for a lab
operator in the lab workflow
• One lab operator can usually handle the tasks for one cluster of around 500 samples / hour
• It depends on the conditions of the samples and sample cups besides automation level in the lab
• Sample tray preparation and identification
• Milk sample identification via the AMP workflow and barcode or other digital reader
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Cluster workflow, operator tasks
• Please contact us for a conceptual approach about the time spent and the tasks for a lab
operator in the lab workflow
• One lab operator can usually handle the tasks for one cluster of around 500 samples / hour
• It depends on the conditions of the samples and sample cups besides automation level in the lab
• Sample tray preparation and identification
• Milk sample identification via the AMP workflow and barcode or other digital reader
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Automated tasks
• sample tray loading verification
• did the lab operator insert the tray correctly?
• sample tray preparation
• mixing and aspiration positioning according to configuration profile
• milk sample supply to the milk analysis unit
• automatic diagnostics of the status each milk analysis unit
• integration of barcode reader data , RFID reader data or file based identification matching
• thanks to custom integration services and robust modules with built-in doublechecks
• automatic calibration application after full sample identification
• automatic dissemination of measurement results over online AMP Cloud accounts, email, SMS
• the receiving AMP accounts could be simple farm accounts or comprehensive admin accounts
• real-time supervision of each measurement
• detection of sampling errors or sample storage and preparation errors
• maintenance guidance and diagnostics for each cluster unit
• colored indication in real-time
• if any extra refill or supply of consumables is needed in a particular cluster unit or any other intervention
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Cluster, on-demand services and modules
Design for compliance, reliability and security:
- geographic optimisation of datacenter location for maximum reliability and for compliance with national data
privacy law
- Blockchain implementation for all essential layers to ensure tamperproof databases, result reports and periodic
calibration certificates
- smart randomised daily access monitoring and daily security monitoring for all instruments, in addition to standard
security monitoring algorithms
- heavy duty package for all hardware: this includes extra spare parts and maintenance so the warranty covers up
to 150 000 samples per cluster unit per year.
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On-site installation and commissioning:
- local network installation with extensive testing during installation before commissioning- technical assistance for
preparation of optional workflow optimisation like sample identification automation via for instance barcode
readers and RFID readers besides automatic 3rd party database interfacing (secure Cloud APIs)
- extensive training and weekly follow-up
- optimisation for single lab operator during installation: optimising the orientation of equipment for optimal cluster
management and for interventions such as adding reagent, cleaning solutions and milk sample trays.
- cluster rack and tray reference CAD designs and technical assistance to lab furniture supplier for on-site
installation
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Cluster support:
- 24/7 hotline, first answer within 1 day, repair parts usually shipped within 3 working days
- dedicated technical support engineer for your cluster
- standby system parts or cluster units for reduce cluster downtime and maximal sample volume throughput
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Cluster operational efficiency:
- secure private Cloud synchronisation and capacity matching (balancing)
- pro-active maintenance planning module for minimising downtime and the number of required maintenance
interventions
- optional smart group calibration module for smooth periodic calibration of the cluster with limited milk sample set
size
- Automatic dissemination of results to DVM vets, farms, labs, consultants, other users with XLS reports and HTML
emails besides SMS
Ekomilk AMP certifications:
Please contact us for available and for optional certifications of cluster components: TUV, SGS, ISO, ICAR
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Milk analysis, automatic result dissemination
The user (dairy farm, DVM vet, lab consultant, other) receives SMS and/or email when new results have arrived on
his/her AMP account
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Lab services differentiation
In case of on-farm installation of an Ekomilk-AMP Mini-lab (for a mid-size dairy farm) or a cluster (for very large
dairy farms),
the lab and consulting partners can focus on high-value added services which generate extra revenue and margin for
their clients.
When milk quality analyses happen on the dairy farm in real-time, sample transportation costs can be strongly reduced.
Only specific and complex, time taking lab tests such as bacterial cultures or specific milk tests require sample
transportation to the lab.
The on-farm Ekomilk-AMP system allows to select on the farm which milk samples require transportation to the lab i.e.
which cow require in-depth analysis e.g. for bacterial culturing.
Effectiveness to reduce milk losses and avoid spreading of pathogens in the herd will be much higher than in
the conventionnal approach with central labs, which require frequent milk sample transports & milk
sample storage.
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Cluster evaluation
If you want to evaluate in your lab or on your dairy farm the workflow of a cluster, we invite you to start with an
Ekomilk - AMP Mini-lab.
Please find here the Mini-lab EXW price:
http://ekomilkhorizon.com/
These online Ekomilk AMP prices are for single system purchases, standard versions
(up to 20 000 samples/y, not heavy duty for up to 150 000 sample/y, not
cluster, not robot), EXW (no transport & handling included yet), 1y
carry-in warranty (5y warranty extension on demand) and with remote factory support (no on-site installation
included).
Depending on your organisation, we may assign you special evaluation conditions for 1 Ekomilk-AMP Mini-lab
during 1 month. After your evaluation, we (factories) will bear the costs for upgrading and integrating this Mini-lab
into your cluster (as a cluster unit).
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Backup slides
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Accuracy
The Ekomilk-AMP system has a powerful online calibration engine which allows obtaining
unparalleled accuracy over an extended range of each milk parameter. Accuracy
guarantees for each measurement and for a set of measurements are possible (under
conditions).
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Calibration
The AMP system architecture allows for an unlimited amount of calibration profiles besides
semi-automatic calibration updates (seasonal and breed detection). Relative to older
Ekomilk models, this translates to over a hundred “calibration channels” for each Ekomilk-
AMP system. This means that you can calibrate accurately for many milk types (raw,
pasteurised, UHT, recombined powder, different breeds and animals).
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Integrity & supervision
The excellent accuracy is facilitated thanks to the automatic supervision via the “integrity
monitoring” module. Every analysis (measurement) is verified for integrity: an anomaly in
the sample or in the measurement result will be clearly indicated (flagged and with optional
notification over SMS and email). Similarly, the whole system is monitored continuously for
security purposes and for any errors appearing. There is a responsive team for ensuring
you a smooth experience and satisfying support.
Milk sampling errors and milk preparation errors are usually detected by the Ekomilk AMP system
thanks to AI (ML) in the Cloud.
Individual milk samples (using ICAR samplers, per dairy animal / cow) and bulk tank can both be analysed.
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Milk quality dashboards
For decision making you will have automatic subclinic mastitis dash-boards and milk
composition dashboards on individual and on bulk tank level. No need to crunch numbers
and results in long tables. The milk quality evolution of a cow or a herd will be clear on the
dash-boards and graphs (and tables are still available).
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Automatic data transfer
There is a full notification system over SMS, email with CSV and online app with dashboards
for instrument notifications and for meas-urement results. You can also opt for the on-
demand automatic data transfer to your database or server (via Cloud API, for instance in
XML or JSON format).
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Maintenance program
AMP provides, depending on the model, automated instrument cleaning and a comprehensive
instrument maintenance program for hassle-free reliable operation and increased longevity
of the in-strument. The Ekomilk-AMP system features a real-time instrument monitoring
and instrument diagnostics module.
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Ketosis & Adulteration
Acidosis and ketosis indicators can be added via the online AMP account, like lactose and
added water for adulteration detection (on-de-mand, Q4 2018). The cost per test remains
approx. €0.03 EXW
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Cow and tank identification
For easy cow and bulk tank identification, there is a flexible template system and a connection
for an external USB keyboard. Both multi-digit national IDs and 4 digit local IDs can be
used simultaneously to identify each sample, track the history and create automatic
dashboards.
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WiFi & peripherals
AMP manages and secures the Wifi end-points even over unstable internet connections. AMP
also enables to use Barcode reader and RFID data. There is integrated solid Wifi and USB
stick workflow support. Such workflow support will prevent you from losing data files or
from uploading the same data file twice. RJ45 (ethernet), NFC and Bluetooth connectivity
besides custom peripherals connection are on demand.
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Automation
The AMPI Sample Feeder (SF) provides automatic sample preparation and sample supply.
Many common milk analysis errors are caused by incorrect (manual) sample preparation.
With the SF, sample preparation is automated and common measurement errors are
avoided or at least detected and flagged. Insert a tray of samples in the SF and you are
ready to go. You will receive SMS when your intervention is needed and when it is time to
insert a new sample tray.
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Milking robot
There is also a special Ekomilk-AMP version for milking robots which allows direct connection
to milking robots (also called automatic milking systems, voluntary milking systems,
robotic milking systems): Milking Robot Test > No Shuttles and no sample transport
needed anymore: on-farm real-time analysis.
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Milking robot brands under test or planned:
• Fullwood
• SAC
• Lely
• Boumatic
• DeLaval

Custom branding admin interface & 3rd party modules
For partners and distributors, there is an option for custom branding for user communities and
specific organisations. The powerful admin in-terface enables you to follow instruments
from your organisations in re-al-time and provide extra services. There are also Cloud APIs
to con-nect your own modules and sensors with AMP.
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The new Ekomilk-AMP system is used worldwide, on-farm and by major milk processors,
pharmaceutical industry, veterinary cabinets and dairy herd improvement organisations
(also known as Controle Laitier, DHI, Control Lechero, LKV etc).
Please contact us for more details and specifications.
Thanks for your attention.
office (at) animalmonitoring.com
office (at) ekomilk.eu
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