Frequently Asked Questions Q: Who should install a Mini-Dairy?   A:   1. Milk producing farmers, who seek added value and greater profits per            liter/lb.                                        2. Large milk producers interested in opening small production lines in            remote areas that are either far from the main plant or where            transportation is difficult or not profitable.          3. Small dairy owners interested in franchising or private labeling.         4. Prestigious hotels and restaurants wanting to produce their own fresh milk            products.          5. Businessmen who see the extensive profit potential of a mini-dairy.    Q:  If I install a Mini-Dairy, how will I compete with large dairies? A: The Mini-Dairy is a concept that involves making products for market niche       where there is demand but no supply by the large dairies. Q: What products can be processed at a Mini-Dairy? A:  Large variety of milk products. products include high and low fat fluid and       flavored milk in glass bottles (a nostalgic taste), plastic bottles, or plastic       bags. A variety of white ethnic cheese: Russian TVOROG, Bulgarian cheese,       Arabic Labane, Latin Queso Blando and many others. You will also be able to       produce yogurt with or without fruit and fruit flavors, sour cream, sweet       cream, butter, ice creams and other delicacies. Q: Can a farmer with 50 cows benefit from a Mini-Dairy?   A: Yes! Anyone producing 1000 liters (2000 lbs.) per day (or more) can profit.  Q: How can I learn to make the products?   A: The Mini-Dairy is sold as a package and includes knowhow and training the      crew for operating the Mini Dairy and processing the various products.  Q: How will I know which items of equipment I need?   A: Pladot's specialists will help you to define the equipment you need for      processing the dairy products you choose. Q: Will I need professional help to install the Mini-Dairy?   A: Pladot's experts will supply you with building layout and will come to your site      to install the Mini-Dairy, after you complete to construct the building. Q: If I have a building, do I have to construct a new one?   A: If it meets the required size, Pladot will suit it to the requirements, (e.g.: electric outlets, water, sewerage etc.) of the Mini-Dairy. Q: Can a Mini-Dairy be adapted to making juice or tea in bottles ?   A: Yes. The Mini-Dairy is very flexible . Together, we will make plans according to      your needs and future plans. Q: What is Pladot’s advantage over other manufacturers?   A: Pladot gives you a comprehensive solution, a Mini-Dairy that is a complete     (ready to use) system, including knowhow and training your personnel at      Pladot's dairy or at your site  during the run-in period. Pladot's prices are      competitive and our quality and reliability are second to none. Q: Where will I sell my products?   A: Delicatessens, farmers markets, farm stands, mail orders, home deliveries,      Food stores, etc. Q: What about (food processing equipment) standards and regulations?   A: Pladot's Mini-Dairy meets the most stringent requirement of 3A (USA), CE     (Europe) and ISO 9001:2000 standards. Pladot guarantee that the Mini Dairy      will pass the state inspection, and will make the necessary changes if needed.   Q: What happens if I buy a 2000 liter/day (4000 lbs.) Mini-Dairy and      want to grow after a year or two? A: Pladot's Mini-Dairy is modular-equipment; additional production lines may be      added as well as additions for increased quantity.However we need to know       your plans for the future in order to design the Mini Dairy efficiently. Q: What about service and maintenance?   A: Part of the package includes instructing your maintenance personnel on      regular up-keep and repairs. The Mini-Dairy is simple to operate and maintain.      Pladot also offers service through a local dealers to prevent production delays.