Ground-breaking study results demonstrate unmatched efficacy against mastitis causing pathogens
All dairy producers have access to a new cost saving, chemical-free and safer approach to controlling mastitis causing bacteria and subsequently enhancing their milk quality management following independent microbiological studies.
“Oxi-Tech’s Pulse Oxidation (POd) technology which uses just cold water and low voltage electricity to create ozone – a clean and powerful disinfectant killing bacteria, viruses and fungi, has been proven to achieve within seconds over 99% reduction in E. coli, Staph aureus, and Strep uberis, according to the latest study findings,” reports Oxi-Tech’s Luke Rutterford.
“Designed for seamless integration into existing dairy operations, both conventional and automated, POd now has the proven ability to provide consistent pathogen control across mains and borehole sourced water and can subsequently be introduced to two key stages in all producers’ milking routines. Firstly, during teat preparation the system can eliminate the requirement for a pre-milking teat cleaner (PreMTD), while post milking, POd has also been proven to successfully replace the traditional CIP wash.
“Producers with automatic cluster wash systems can introduce POd and subsequently eliminate chemical usage. Finally, they can introduce POd to their water supply systems ensuring pathogen-free drinking water to reduce bacterial load in the herd.”
He continues: “The technology also brings improvements to operator safety by eliminating the handling of harmful chemicals. In addition, the reduced transportation, use and disposal of the chemical’s plastic containers will also significantly lower a dairy unit’s Carbon footprint and contribute to its net zero targets.”
The results follow on from a DEFRA funded Innovate UK R&D research project at Agri-Tech’s South West Dairy Development Centre which concluded that POd retrofitted to the unit’s automated milking system demonstrated it was a cost-effective CIP method, cutting energy costs by 24% and proving to be 50 times more efficient in energy usage compared to existing treatments.
Luke Rutterford adds: “The study findings reaffirm Oxi-Tech’s POd technology and the company’s commitment to offering a ground-breaking alternative by providing dairy farmers with a chemical-free, low-energy solution to maintain hygienic water and milking environments. By preventing infections at the source, Oxi-Tech’s system supports efforts to reduce antibiotic usage, aligning with global initiatives to combat antimicrobial resistance.
“Our technology not only improves outcomes for farmers providing them with a powerful solution towards protecting their herds and enhancing milk quality, but also contributes to a healthier, more sustainable future for the dairy industry.”
