The compact format
ColostroMAT
2bags simultaneously
Organise colostrum preparation with a compact machine.
- 3.8-litre ColostroBAG bags
- Water-bath pasteurisation
- Thawing and warming
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Förster-Technik · ColostroMAT and ColostroMAX
A good start
begins with preparation.
Pasteurise, thaw and warm colostrum. With ColostroMAT and ColostroFIT, organise your reserve and prepare the first feed.
An organised reserve
Identified bags to find the prepared colostrum.
Controlled treatment
A water bath and machine-controlled programmes.
Less handling
The same bag accompanies each stage through to feeding.
01 · Choose the machine
ColostroMAT or ColostroMAX?
The difference is capacity.
Two machines for pasteurising, thawing and warming ColostroBAG bags. Choose according to the number of bags to prepare simultaneously.
The higher capacity
ColostroMAX
4bags simultaneously
Treat more bags per cycle with a more spacious water bath.
- 3.8-litre ColostroBAG bags
- Water-bath pasteurisation
- Thawing and warming
Capacities stated by Förster-Technik. Clarify configuration, equipment and availability with AGYE.
02 · Understand the process
Prepared colostrum.
A simpler routine.
The rotating basket moves bags through the water bath. Programmes support pasteurisation, cooling and warming.
The machine’s role: treat and prepare bags. The colostrum bank is stored in separate refrigeration equipment.
Check and identify
Check colostrum quality, then record origin, date and test result on the bag.
Fill and treat
Fill ColostroBAG bags with the BagFiller, then start the appropriate machine programme.
Store and prepare
Organise cold storage. When needed, thaw and warm a bag before feeding.
03 · The ColostroFIT system
Every accessory
has a specific role.
From collection to feeding, ColostroFIT components simplify handling around ColostroMAT and ColostroMAX.
Contain and identify
ColostroBAG
A 3.8-litre bag for treatment, freezing, storage and feeding. The teat connects directly to the bag.
Fill the bags
BagFiller Deluxe
A filling stand to hold the bag and make pouring colostrum easier. A design that is simple to clean.
Prepare the reserve
Colostrum bank
Labelled bags organised in cold storage to anticipate needs. Identification makes reserve monitoring easier.
ColostroKIT: bring the consumables together.
The kit includes 50 ColostroBAG bags, 3 teats, 3 drenching sets and 1 teat holder. Components are also available separately.
Comfort Caddy complements the system by carrying the bag during feeding. Confirm kit contents and accessories when ordering.
Essential answers
Understand the solution.
What is the difference between ColostroMAT and ColostroFIT?
ColostroMAT is the treatment machine. ColostroFIT is the colostrum management system with its bags, filler and feeding accessories.
Does the machine replace a freezer?
The reserve is kept in separate refrigeration equipment. ColostroMAT and ColostroMAX treat, thaw and warm colostrum.
How long does pasteurisation take?
ColostroMAT documentation describes pasteurisation for 60 minutes at 60°C. Total preparation time depends on the programme and initial temperature. Settings and conditions of use are those specified in the manufacturer’s instructions.
How do I choose between the machines?
Start with the number of bags to prepare at the same time: two for MAT, four for MAX. AGYE also reviews your organisation and available space.
Find out more
Documentation
in French.
Find the principles of the ColostroFIT and ColostroMAT system in the manufacturer brochure.
Images and information: Förster-Technik. Confirm documentation and configuration for the selected model.
Let’s organise your colostrum management.
Machine, bags, filling and storage: build a solution suited to your farm.