Modern dairy farming requires reliable equipment, predictable costs, and fast technical support. For Kristine Petz, Operations Manager at Bjolderupgård in Bolderslev, an Urban MilkShuttle subscription has proven to be a practical and future-proof solution.
In this interview, Kristine explains how the subscription model has improved daily workflows, reduced maintenance concerns, and added peace of mind to calf feeding operations.
Efficiency and Ease of Use in Daily Work
Kristine Petz, a trained farmer and agricultural technologist, has been operations manager at Bjolderupgård since June 2021. The farm milks approximately 420 cows and runs full youngstock operations alongside a machinery business.
From day one, the Urban MilkShuttle stood out for its usability.
“I think it’s a really good milk taxi. It’s easy to maneuver, easy to operate, and even new employees quickly learn how to use it,” Kristine explains.
Compared to older milk taxis, the Urban MilkShuttle is designed with a slimmer, more balanced build. This makes it far easier to move around the farm, even in tight spaces.
“We still have an older model from Calvex. It’s much bigger and heavier, and you really need strength to turn it. The Urban MilkShuttle is much easier to handle,” she adds.
Why a Subscription Made Sense
Like all equipment used intensively every day, wear and tear is unavoidable. Over time, maintenance costs on owned equipment began to increase, which led Bjolderupgård to consider a different approach.
Switching to an Urban MilkShuttle subscription changed that equation.
“As with everything that’s used many hours a day, wear eventually shows. We started seeing rising maintenance costs, and that’s when the subscription solution was suggested,” Kristine explains.
With the subscription, service and maintenance are fully included, eliminating unexpected repair bills and ensuring the MilkShuttle is always operational.
Fast Service When It Matters Most
One of the biggest advantages of the subscription model is immediate access to professional support.
Kristine recalls a recent incident where cooling stopped working properly.
“Just last week we had an issue where it wouldn’t cool correctly. We called, and a technician arrived shortly after and fixed it. That level of service really makes a difference,” she says.
In calf feeding, downtime is not an option — and knowing help is always just a phone call away provides significant operational security.
The Subscription Concept Explained
With the Urban MilkShuttle subscription, Bjolderupgård no longer owns the machine. Instead, the MilkShuttle remains permanently on the farm while Urban Denmark handles all service and maintenance.
“We don’t own the MilkShuttle anymore. It’s stationed here, we use it every day, and everything related to service and maintenance is handled for us. We don’t receive repair invoices unless something is intentionally damaged,” Kristine explains.
This setup removes financial uncertainty and allows the team to focus fully on animal care and daily operations.
Conclusion: A Reliable, Cost-Controlled Solution
For Bjolderupgård, the Urban MilkShuttle subscription has delivered exactly what modern dairy farms need: predictable costs, reliable equipment, and strong technical support.
With a capacity of 52 liters, ease of cleaning, and intuitive operation, the MilkShuttle fits seamlessly into a large-scale operation.
“It holds 52 liters, which we need with this many animals. It’s easy to use, easy to clean, and simply very practical. We’re really happy with it,” Kristine concludes.
The Urban MilkShuttle subscription demonstrates how smart equipment solutions combined with strong service can simplify everyday farm life and improve operational efficiency.
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