Powered Milk Stool

The Powered Milk Stool also pro vides a seat for milking plus help to get up using air pressure. This strap- on stool includes a pneumatic cylinder with coiled air hose connecting the cylinder to a pressurized air line that runs the length of the barn. Air pres sure causes the cylinder to extend or compress when the farmer actuates a small valve to stand up or sit down. The device raises and lowers the user 7 inches without him having to exert any effort.

Cost: $500 (for a 50-cow barn)

Impairment Category: Back, Lower extremity, Strength/endurance, Upper extremity