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That much to put lines on paper?

Explore what is involved in an engineering design project, what the fees are paying for and other considerations for farmers to help control costs.

August 21, 2024

Ian Hansen

This article is intended to help facilitate a discussion between an owner and an engineer to come to an agreement on the cost of engineering fees versus the scope and quality of services provided. Ideally, by having this conversation, the owner will get to explain what they value in their engineer, and the engineer can explain the cost associated with meeting the owner’s desires.

Incorporate these design considerations for rotary parlor facilities

Consider these design specs when planning for a rotary milking facility. Doing so before breaking ground may help reduce the headaches and cost of the project.

September 12, 2023

Robert Pol

There are several design aspects to consider when planning a new rotary milking facility, including the following concepts. Do the research and plan before breaking ground to save you headaches and, most likely, money if last-minute changes are requested.

Structural engineering: What it is, and why it matters for your next building project

August 7, 2019

Ashley Ambrosius

Having the peace of mind that your dairy facility is properly designed and engineered should be a priority to anyone in the industry. After the April 2018 snowstorm the Midwest endured, engineering of dairy housing structures has been a hot topic.

Centralized 12-robot, guided cow flow facility

November 6, 2017

Jeff Prashaw

For three years running, I’ve had the honor of sharing with the readers of Progressive Dairy, both in Canada and the U.S., what I believe are cutting-edge robot dairy facilities. These designs are the culmination of decades of combined experience from dairy producers, veterinarians, nutritionists, builders, equipment manufacturers and architects/engineers like myself.

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Items Tagged with 'engineering'

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That much to put lines on paper?

Incorporate these design considerations for rotary parlor facilities

Structural engineering: What it is, and why it matters for your next building project

Centralized 12-robot, guided cow flow facility

June 10, 2026 Ag Proud Idaho digital magazine

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