1. Chapter 19: Expansion Examples
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2. Key Chapter Concepts:
Retrofitting possibilities

3. Retrofitting Possibilities
Example 1: Back-out Flat Parlor in Old Barn
Mobile milking units
15 stalls converted on each side
10 units milked, 5 units mounted per side

4. Retrofitting Possibilities
Example 1: Back-out Flat Parlor in Old Barn
Remainder of barn used for holding pen

5. Retrofitting Possibilities
Example 2: D-4 Pit Parlor in Old Barn
Stanchions removed for parlor
Remainder of stanchions retained for use

6. Retrofitting Possibilities
Example 2: D-4 Pit Parlor in Old Barn
Feed manger split to create parlor return lane

7. Retrofitting Possibilities
Example 3: D-26 Swing Parlor in Old Barn
Two operators
No manure shields

8. Retrofitting Possibilities
Example 3: D-26 Swing Parlor in Old Barn
Cows sorted into palpation rail
Cows not selected exit back of barn

9. Retrofitting Possibilities
Example 4: Two-Box Robot Milker
Layout and features of robotic milking system

10. Retrofitting Possibilities
Example 4: Two-Box Robot Milker
One-way gate directs animal to feed alley