Lely Astronaut A5 milking robot

The Lely Astronaut A5 is a state-of-the-art robotic milking system designed to automate the milking process in dairy farming. Known for its 'cow-friendly' approach, it allows cows to be milked whenever they choose, improving both animal welfare and farm efficiency.

Lely was founded in 1948 by brothers Cornelis and Arij van der Lely in Maassluis, Netherlands. The brand has a long history of agricultural innovation, including the invention of the finger-wheel rake and the world's first automated milking robot in the early 1990s. Today, Lely remains a privately owned family company, focusing on sustainable and automated solutions for livestock farmers. While the production is centered in their 'Lely Campus' in Maassluis, the company operates globally, providing maintenance and support through a network of local Lely Centers.