A 320-350 cattle diary farm in Gippsland reduced energy bills by 40% and kept its robotic milking systems running through a 2-4 week regional outage, thanks to PHNXX's resilient solar and battery system. Installed on sloped terrain with no ground preparation required, the system delivered uninterrupted power during extreme weather and ensured continuous operation across the farm.
The Challenge:
This Gippsland dairy farm relies heavily on automated robotic milking systems, creating high and continuous energy demand. Monthly electricity costs averaged $3,000, and the region is prone to storms and extended outages. The farm needed a reliable and scalable renewable solution that could maintain uptime during harsh weather and reduce reliance on the grid.
The Solution:
PHNXX deployed a renewable hybrid solar and battery system strategically installed on a 7-degree slope without the need for ground preparation.
The system:
- Provided uninterrupted power throughout a 2-3 week regional outage
- Supported the robotic milking systems and other high-demand loads
- Withstood 150 km/h wind gusts and severe weather conditions
- Required minimal site preparation and integrated seamlessly with existing farm operations
The Results:
- 40% Reduction in Energy Bill:
- Approximately $1,200 per month in savings.
- Uninterrupted Power Supply:
- Robotic milking systems remained fully operational during an extended outage.
- Exceptional Weather Resilience:
- Withstood extreme weather, including 150 km/h winds, without system failure and proved durable in challenging environments.
