To be able to work fast and efficiently it is very important for the alleys and stalls to be clean and dry. For this reason a proficient and quick removal of manure is essential. A wet and dirty floor leads to slipping and sliding which often results in injuries. Moreover a wet and dirty floor is an ideal breeding climate for bacteria causing serious hoof problems. Also manure on the legs of the cows causes dirty stalls and dirty stalls cause dirty udders.