Tuesday, 29 October 2024 11:55

MilkHub sold

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MilktechNZ takes over ownership of MilkHub and will be providing support for the installation and service of Manual and Auto-Drafter, in-line milk sensors, in-bail identification and Herd-Man software and app.

Milk vat manufacturer DTS is selling its dairy automation business to MilktechNZ.

Effective from this week, MilktechNZ takes over ownership of MilkHub and will be providing support for the installation and service of Manual and Auto-Drafter, in-line milk sensors, in-bail identification and Herd-Man software and app.

Hamilton-based MilktechNZ is known for its CR-1 electronic cup removers, and for creating simple, clever dairy technology for today's farmers worldwide.

DTS chief executive Gavin Thwaites say he has full confidence in the capabilities of MilktechNZ.

"With over 80 years of combined expertise in dairy technology and automation, their leadership team is exceptionally equipped to support and further evolve the dairy automation business ensuring it meets the demands of customers," says Thwaites.

MilktechNZ chief executive and foundr Gustavo Garza says his company is excited abut the acquisition of MilkHub into the MilktechNZ portfolio.

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