~ Energy-saving dairy technology gains traction across UK and Ireland ~
Technidrive, a leading provider of intelligent drive and control systems, has reached a significant milestone with the delivery of its 1,000th bespoke control solution to the dairy sector. With advanced technologies like TechniVac and TechniFlow, the company has been transforming dairy operations across the UK and Republic of Ireland (ROI), helping farmers enhance energy efficiency, product quality and overall performance.
This latest milestone is more than a number — it underscores Technidrive’s growing role in an industry where precision, hygiene and reliability are essential. Designed and engineered in-house, the company’s flagship systems have become widely recognised as a benchmark for energy-efficient milking and milk transfer.
TechniVac is Technidrive’s vacuum pump system, intelligently adapting output to meet real-time demand during milking. By significantly reducing energy use — up to 60 per cent — and delivering quieter, low-maintenance operation, TechniVac ensures consistent vacuum performance in a compact hygienic design.
Meanwhile, TechniFlow optimises milk transfer using true variable speed control. Its gentle, controlled flow helps maintain milk quality, reduce refrigeration costs and minimise water usage. With compatibility across 95 per cent of existing dairy setups and installation time of under six hours, TechniFlow is proving to be a favourite among dairy farmers and processors alike.
“Reaching the 1,000-systems milestone reflects the consistent demand for more intelligent, energy-efficient solutions in dairy operations,” said Andrew Ritchie, technical sales manager at Technidrive. “Farmers are facing increasing pressures from rising energy costs and the need to adapt to ever-evolving industry standards.
“TechniVac and TechniFlow have been developed in close collaboration with farmers and processors to solve real operational challenges — from energy consumption to milk quality and uptime. This kind of feedback-led engineering is what drives continued adoption across the UK, Ireland and further afield.”
The milestone follows a series of successful installations that have demonstrated the real-world value of Technidrive’s approach. Across UK and Irish farms, the systems have delivered energy savings of up to 55 per cent, enhanced milk cooling, reduced equipment wear and improved milk quality. The technology has proven especially effective on farms facing unreliable power supplies or using legacy fixed-speed systems.
“We’re saving approximately £100 per month on electricity and the noise reduction compared to the old system is impressive,” explained Barry Armstrong, a dairy farmer from Cumbria. Similarly, Paul Kinch from Co. Wicklow noted, “The biggest thing for us is the reduction of noise. We’ve also seen a reduction in running costs.”
Technidrive’s success is built on its close relationships with regional partners, who provide installation, training and ongoing technical support. This model ensures that dairy farmers not only receive high-quality products but also benefit from expert guidance throughout the lifecycle of the system.
As a WEG Premier Distributor and Bonfiglioli BEST Partner, Technidrive also offers customised motor and automation solutions to meet specific dairy processing needs — from vacuum systems to pumps, agitators and beyond.
For more information about TechniVac, TechniFlow, or custom drive solutions, visit www.technidrive.co.uk or contact your local Technidrive representative.
