72 | nzdairy RURAL SERVICES » NZ Milking & Pumping Trade Association Pump and water / effluent technicians are also trained by MPTA and form a valuable part of the farm service team. Technicians trained in all aspects of milking, pumping systems • from page 70 “The milking and pumping industry is a vital and significant part of the dairy service industry. MPTA invests in training in order to continuously develop and improve the multi-sector specialist skills necessary for members to meet the expectations and needs of the dairy sector. “Our core training is the Milking Machine Testing course which teaches technicians how all the components of a milking machine work together and how they should function optimally. Training includes fault diagnosis and the ability to give recommendations for maintenance and improvements for all brands of milking machinery. “MPTA Registered Testers are specifically trained to provide an impartial test which meets the ISO standard of testing. The course provides the fundamental building blocks for carrying out a milking machine test and allows the tester to test a standard milking machine using the methodology supplied. All machine testers are audited every two years by an independent body.” Milking Machine Technicians are also trained in evaluating the cleaning dynamics of a milking machine and troubleshooting milk quality and mastitis issues to minimise risk of grades, so they are your one-stop go-to for machine optimisation. But it’s not all about the milking machine, as pump and water/effluent technicians are also trained by MPTA and form a valuable part of the farm service team. Maria says pumping technicians are the people to turn to when you have questions or issues with your pump system, washdown system, water supply or effluent system. “Whether it’s a new design you are considering or improving your existing system there are skilled technicians you can rely on.” Until recently, there has never been a formal qualification for the industry, however, there is now an industry specific, NZQA approved, Dairy Systems (Engineering) Apprenticeship which includes specific strands in milking systems and in pumping / water systems. Maria urges that if you, or someone you know, may be interested in this Apprenticeship then visit the MPTA website www.nzmpta.co.nz for more information. “The farmers milking machinery is one of their most valuable and by far the most vital piece of equipment on their farm. It is crucial that farmers ensure it is always working at its best, and our members can provide that level of confidence.” “The farmers milking machinery is one of their most valuable and by far the most vital piece of equipment on their farm. It is crucial that farmers ensure it is always working at its best.” The preferred milking systems partner for Dairy Farmers Ph 0800 577 583 | www.morrisonagri.co.nz Proud to support NZ Milking & Pumping Trade Association Milking Machines Rotary Platforms Engineering Pumping & Plumbing Chemical
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