HealthEye by Dairy Robotics is a plug and play device that monitors BCS (Body Condition Score) and mobility scoring on Dairy farms.
These scores are highly relevant to dairy farmers as they directly impact the sustainability, health and productivity of their dairy herd.
BCS allows farmers to assess the nutritional status of individual dairies, ensuring they receive appropriate feed and management
strategies to maintain optimal body condition. This helps prevent metabolic disorders and reproductive issues. Mobility scoring enables
farmers to identify any lameness issues in dairies, allowing for early intervention and treatment. Healthy dairies with proper body
condition and mobility are more likely to produce high-quality milk, leading to improved profitability and overall herd welfare.
Working from a small factory based on a mid-Cork farm, we design, program, make and distribute our own Tractor Guidance Systems.
Because we’re not from big farms with massive fields, we don’t make our systems do 100 different things.
We build systems to help you do the simple things – reduce overlaps, reduce misses, save you time, and make your life easier.
We make simple guidance systems for normal farmers.
Our Mission
At Local Power, our mission is to help homes, businesses and farms reduce their energy costs and lower their emissions.
Our Story
Local Power was founded in 2016. This year was interesting for two reasons. Climate Change was continuing to worsen. 2016 marked the third year in a row that global temperature records were set. Yet, technological innovation had lowered the cost of renewables. They were now economically competitive with traditional energy sources.
Early days
Our founder, Pat Smith, saw that Solar PV could play a vital role in helping Irish consumers lower their energy costs and reduce their carbon emissions. The problem was that not all Solar Panels are created equal. Pat remembered the solar tubes installed on Irish houses in the past. This early solar technology didn’t stand up to the test of time. It was difficult to know if the panels then on the market would be the same. There was a clear need for a quality solar PV offering underpinned by expert guidance to ensure Irish customers could access solar products and services that would last well into the future.
So, Pat founded Local Power. We partnered with world-class renewable technology providers such as Solarwatt, teamed up with expert local electricians around the country and continued to learn. Since then, we haven’t looked back.
From Solar PV to EV charging
Local Power has continued to grow. We’ve installed solar panels in almost every county in Ireland with installs ranging from 2kwp domestic to 400kwp commercial installs. Along the way, we saw that there was a need for a premium and trustworthy product in other areas, particularly in the world of EV charging. For this reason, in 2019, we became the premier partner of ChargePoint in Ireland. ChargePoint boasts the largest EV charging network in the world. They’ve delivered over 92 million charges to date. Our partnership with them ensures Irish customers have access to a futureproofed EV charging solution for their fleet, business or home.
Going forward
At Local Power, our aim is to continue to offer world-class renewable technologies to Irish customers. We all have to change our behaviour to mitigate the effects of Climate Change. It is our belief that with the right technology and advice this change won’t just be economically viable, it will be financially attractive. Our promise remains the same: ‘To advise our customers wisely and deliver commercially smart solutions.’ Or in other words, to make sure we do what’s right for you. We’re excited to play our part in building Ireland’s renewable future.
Your Future with Local Power
If you’d like to join our story, and futureproof your solar or EV charging solution, contact us today.
Grasstech Group Ltd has been serving the Agricultural Industry since 1996 when it was established by Bertie Troy. Initially, the company set out providing a farm mapping service to landowners in Ireland. The high standard and dedication to the dairy services helped develop the strong reputation that Grasstec has maintained over the years.
Grasstech Group Ltd now offers a diverse range of dairy services and products to the Agricultural Sector which will assist the progressive farmer to achieve greater productivity in their farm business. The services include designing infrastructure for grazing systems, designing farmyards, preparing planning applications, providing a grassland consultancy service and a livestock sourcing service.
Farm Services
Grassland Consultancy
Grasstec offer a Grassland Consultancy service to farmers across Ireland and the UK to optimise grassland management practices on farms.
Regular visits by our consultant to the participant’s farm will focus on achieving three key activities: grass measurement, budgeting and management. The regularity and number of visits in the year is tailored towards the expertise of the farmer at whatever productivity stage they are at.
Farm Mapping
Our Farm Mapping team provide accurate and user-friendly maps which will aid the day to day farm management and become an essential communication tool.
Farm Maps are generated using the latest in GPS technology. A member of our Mapping team will come to your farm, marking all areas. All area measurements provided are adjusted to reflect the actual areas farmed. Farm Maps can be provided in a number of formats. Including: large wall maps, A4 size maps, pocket maps, map pads/whiteboards and digital formats like pdf’s.
We provide the lead Mapping service throughout Ireland and the UK.
Surveying
Accurate and reliable surveying data is essential to any proposed design process. At Grasstec, we meticulously survey both natural and man-made features on your site. This includes precise gradients, ensuring that you receive an accurate contour survey. Our process guarantees that detailed drawings are generated quickly and accurately. Facilitating your project planning and execution.
We employ the latest in surveying technology, including GPS equipment, total stations, and laser scanners. This cutting-edge technology ensures that our data is not only precise but also reliable. Providing a solid foundation for your design needs. Grasstec Land Registry offers a professional registration service for both the agricultural and commercial sectors.