Testimonials

TailWell Power Trimmer Testimonial

This unique device has been developed to simplify the tedious job of trimming tails of milking cows. Tail trimming is carried out to reduce contamination of the udder, and to reduce dirt around the rear quarters and udder of the cow. It is recommended that tail trimming is carried out about twice per year to ensure milker safety and highest milk quality.

The TailWell® Power Tail Trimmer is secured by way of the chuck shank into any suitable cordless drill of 14 volts or better and producing approx. 1,000 rpm.

The TailWell® Power Tail Trimmer is quiet in use, with a smooth and fast cutting action. Trimming takes only 3 or 4 seconds per tail, and is easily accomplished during milking. The outer blade oscillates over a fixed inner blade, so there is no risk of injury to man or cow. A neck strap is incorporated so the device can be hands-free between cows. Replacement blade sets are available.

Lubrication is applied to the blades at the start of operation, and should be re-applied each 25-50 tails.

Pre-cutting of the tail switch is not necessary, even if it is very dirty. A trimming collection apron is available as an accessory and is used to prevent trimmings blocking pit drainage.

“The Shoof Tail Trimmer works great. It is much faster than a scissors and leaves a nice clean tail. We had no problem cutting through tail hair with a lot of manure clumps. It is well worth the investment. We have already shown the trimmer to a few other dairies and to some of the veterinarians at UW-Madison as well as some of our local practicing veterinarians. We feel that using the Shoof Tail Trimmer really helps keep the cows clean.”
-Siemers-Holsteins