Model 2400 Twin Screw TMR Vertical Feed Mixer
Success Story
Hanke Farms Did the Math and Got Great Results!
Elroy Hanke founded Hanke Farms of Sheboygan Falls, WI in the 1920s, with a 40-cow herd. Nearly ninety years later, the now 700 head dairy is owned by Elroy's sons, Jack and Jim. A third generation Hanke, Jason is responsible for feeding the herd.
With 700 dairy cows in multiple feed areas, the Hankes require a reliable and efficient mixer to keep up with their feed-handling needs. For the past seven years, Hanke Farms has relied on a 750 cubic foot Patz Model 9300 4-auger mixer to feed its herd.
"My Patz mixed 12 loads a day for seven years without missing a day's feeding!" said Jason. Clearly, with that track record, the Hankes' Patz mixer proved to be a very profitable investment.
In 2008, the Hanke family decided it was time to update their mixer. In light of the success of their current mixer, they knew that they could count on Patz to provide them with another reliable, high-quality mixer.
To determine which mixer would best suit the operation, Jason approached his local Patz Dealer, C.F. Heckmann Company, Inc. of Newton, WI, for an on-farm demo. During the demonstration, Jason commented on the performance of the Patz mixer: "I can't believe how fast and completely the Patz unloads!" He added, "I know that with the fast mixing speed and thoroughness of the mix I would save time and labor."
After witnessing these impressive results firsthand, Jason invested in a 950 cubic foot Patz Model 2400 Twin Screw Vertical Mixer. Since his purchase, Jason is pleased to find that these results have translated to an increased bottom line for Hanke Farms. As time is money for the dairy farmer, he appreciates how quickly his new Patz mixes and unloads. Jason remarked, "My Patz mixer saves me 1½ hours labor per day!"
"My Patz mixer has excellent clean-out! Other mixers would leave behind 70 to 100 pounds of feed, but the Patz leaves less than ten pounds every time!" stated Jason.
Jason reports that the Hanke cows are also enjoying the palatable, thoroughly mixed feed that the Patz Model 2400 Vertical Mixer provides. These happy cows have contributed to increased profits, as the Totally Mixed Ration produced has reduced sorting and, consequently, resulted in less wasted feed.
The Hankes appreciate the reliability of their Patz Model 2400 Twin Screw Vertical Mixer and their local Patz Dealer, Bill Heckmann of C.F. Heckmann Company, Inc. Jason said he can always count on Bill to provide him with great service.
Seeing is believing!
Contact your local Patz Dealer for an on-farm demo!