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Water pipe disinfection in dairy and livestock farms

Hygienic & safe: effective water pipe disinfection in dairy and livestock farms

 Wasserleitung Desinfektion in Milch- und Viehbetrieben

Permanent water line disinfection in dairy and livestock farms with the AnoKath® dosing system

Disinfecting water lines in dairy and livestock farms. In dairy and livestock farms, the quality of the water supply is crucial for animal health and milk production. Continuous disinfection of water lines in dairy and livestock farms ensures that drinking water remains free of germs and other contaminants at all times. The AnoKath® dosing system offers an advanced solution for continuous water disinfection that is not only effective but also economical. This article explains how the dosing system works and the benefits it offers your farm.

Why is permanent water disinfection so important?

Dairy and livestock farms are exposed daily to a variety of microbial hazards that can affect the water supply. Bacteria, fungi, and algae find ideal conditions in water pipes to multiply and form biofilms. These biofilms are particularly problematic because they represent a constant source of pathogens. Inadequate water quality can impair animal health , potentially leading to reduced milk production. Therefore, continuous disinfection of water pipes is essential to minimize these risks and ensure consistent water quality.
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Water treatment – ​​drinking water for animals, households, businesses

€14,90 / l

€14,90
€14,90
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Dosing system for drinking water treatment

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€4.640,00
€4.640,00

AnoKath® dosing system: Permanent disinfection around the clock

The AnoKath® dosing system offers a reliable solution for continuous water disinfection in dairy and livestock farms. This system utilizes AnoKath® TW, a special disinfectant solution dosed at a concentration of only 0.1% of the water consumed. This low dosage is not only effective but also extremely cost-efficient. At a price of just 0.8 cents per liter of drinking water, the dosing system provides an economical solution for disinfecting your water lines.

How the AnoKath dosing system works

The AnoKath® dosing system is integrated directly into your company's water supply system and operates automatically. It ensures that the AnoKath® TW disinfectant solution is continuously and precisely dosed into the water. This constant supply guarantees that the water pipes remain free of germs and biofilms at all times.

  • Automatic integration : The dosing system is integrated directly into the existing water system and ensures constant disinfection.
  • Precise dosing : With a dosage of only 0.1% of water consumption, AnoKath® TW is continuously fed into the water.
  • Effective disinfection : The oxidative action of AnoKath® TW breaks down biofilms and kills microorganisms without leaving harmful residues.
  • Cost-effectiveness : With costs of only 0.8 cents per liter of drinking water, the hygiene station is a cost-effective solution for permanent water disinfection.

Advantages of permanent disinfection with AnoKath

Permanent water disinfection via the AnoKath® dosing system offers numerous advantages for dairy and livestock farms. Among the most important benefits is the assurance of consistently high water quality. Continuous disinfection ensures that the animals' drinking water is always free of harmful microorganisms. This reduces the risk of disease and supports increased milk production.

Furthermore, the dosing system is extremely efficient and user-friendly. The automatic dosing of AnoKath® TW relieves staff and saves time, as no manual disinfection measures are required. In addition, AnoKath®'s oxidative technology helps protect the environment, as no aggressive chemicals are used.

Sustainability and cost savings through permanent disinfection

Another key advantage of the AnoKath® dosing system is its sustainability. The low dosage of AnoKath® TW minimizes the use of disinfectants, which not only protects the environment but also saves costs. At just 0.8 cents per liter of drinking water, the hygiene station offers an extremely cost-effective way to maintain consistently high water quality.

Furthermore, continuous disinfection eliminates the need for regular, time-consuming cleaning and disinfection measures. This leads to long-term cost savings and improved operational efficiency.

FAQs

Water pipe disinfection in dairy and livestock farms – drinking water hygiene with AnoKath

Why is disinfecting water pipes so important in dairy and livestock farming?

In agricultural operations, drinking water lines are subjected to heavy wear and tear: long pipe runs, numerous outlets (drinking troughs, nipples, valves), temperature fluctuations, and changing water sources. This is precisely why biofilm, deposits, and bacterial load quickly develop – often unnoticed.
AnoKath advantage: With AnoKath you can establish water hygiene as a clear operational standard : alcohol-free, repeatable, across all dispensing points.

How can I recognize hygiene problems in drinking water lines (dairy cattle, calves, fattening cattle)?

Typical signs from everyday stable life include:

  • Slippery coatings/smears at drinking troughs or in tank areas
  • musty smell, cloudiness, rapid filter additive
  • clogged nipples/valves, fluctuating flow
  • Recurring "film of dirt" despite regular flushing

AnoKath advantage: AnoKath helps you not only to "eliminate" these systemic problems, but also to keep the pipes hygienically stable – as a routine that employees can easily implement.

What is the correct procedure for disinfecting water pipes in a business?

A practical procedure is:

  • System inventory: source/tank, filter, main line, branches, terminals (including rarely used sections)
  • Mechanical/technical preparation: Clean filters/sieves, check sampling points, rinse thoroughly.
  • Take biofilm seriously: Disinfection works best on clean surfaces – not on a “film of dirt”.
  • System treatment: consistently traverse all strands (end points are crucial)
  • Standardize hotspots: Include nipple drinkers, valves, end lines, and tank outlets in the routine.

AnoKath advantage: With AnoKath TW (drinking water hygiene in the animal sector) you can cleanly map this process logic – without product mixing, as a uniform hygiene concept.

What is the most common mistake in water pipe disinfection on livestock farms?

The most common mistake: Dosing or flushing is done "somewhere," but not all lines are reached – especially terminal lines, rarely used outlets, or individual drinking lines. Then biofilm remains in the system and the problem quickly returns.
AnoKath advantage: AnoKath is strong because it allows you to establish a consistent, comprehensive routine : all lines, all endpoints, clear work sequence.

Is a dosing system worthwhile for dairy and livestock farms?

Yes – especially if you have multiple outlets, long lines, or recurring biofilm/deposit issues. The key is consistency : even dosing instead of "by feel".
AnoKath advantage: In combination with a dosing system for drinking water treatment, AnoKath can be used as an operational standard : less effort, fewer sources of error, better implementation in the team – especially in calf areas and large drinking circuits.

How often should I disinfect water pipes in my business – and when else?

In practice, a mix of routine and occasion proves effective:

  • Regularly: fixed intervals (depending on the system, season, water source, stocking density)
  • Additionally, checks may be carried out as needed: after periods of inactivity, during heat waves, after renovations/repairs, in case of noticeable deposits/filter problems, or when new groups of animals are housed.

AnoKath advantage: AnoKath makes this planning easy: You can define a hygiene protocol that works in everyday life and permanently supports drinking water hygiene.