Be informed early
Get timely alerts around 15 hours before calving, so you always know when to expect it.
ReproductionOptimise Your Calving Management
Calving is one of the most critical phases in a cow’s life. With smaXtec, you no longer have to rely on visible checks or guesswork – you receive early and reliable notifications when a calf is about to come. This allows you to make all necessary preparations, ensure a smooth calving process, and provide support if needed.
Your advantages with the smaXtec calving detection
Make Preparations
Prepare the calving pen and gather resources, ensuring everything is ready for calving.
Stress-Free Calving
Minimise surprises and stay in control, reducing stress for both you and the cow.
Emergency Support
If complications arise, you’ll be ready to act quickly and seek veterinary support if needed.
Early calving detection
In addition to monitoring the health of your animals during the critical calving phase, you are also informed in advance of imminent calvings and can even get an indication of twin births.
How does the smaXtec system know a cow is about to calve? A change in body temperature is a widely recognised and scientifically proven sign that calving is imminent. The temperature drops slightly when the calving process begins. Based on this scientific knowledge, the system detects calving at an early stage. This means you receive an alarm on average 15 hours before each calving and can keep a close eye on your animals.
Why smaXtec is essential for block calving
Block calving is an intensive period, requiring careful planning and quick reactions. With multiple cows calving each day, knowing when each birth will happen makes all the difference.
smaXtec’s early calving alerts ensure you can manage your herd efficiently, prepare calving pens on time, and reduce stress for both cows and farmers. This is particularly valuable in pasture-based systems, where farmers need to bring cows closer to the barn before birth.
Beyond calving, smaXtec’s continuous health monitoring helps detect metabolic diseases like milk fever early, preventing setbacks and ensuring a smooth start into lactation. With valuable insights into your herd’s health, you can optimise your calving season and improve overall herd performance.
How smaXtec supports you throughout calving
Before calving
Prepare for the upcoming birth and make the necessary arrangements in advance
Before calving
Be alerted even if a calf arrives earlier than expected
During calving
Notify your vet early if complications are anticipated
During calving
Be ready to intervene and support the cow and calf during birth
After calving
Identify potential metabolic issues, such as milk fever, during the critical period after birth
After calving
Improve herd fertility and calving intervals through proactive health management