Dilepix Heat and Calving Detection

Overview

Dilepix is a French AI computer vision company that provides advanced livestock monitoring solutions for dairy farms. With over 15 years of research and development in computer vision technology, Dilepix has developed neural network algorithms capable of detecting heat (estrus), calving, and other behavioral indicators in dairy cattle using standard camera systems.

The Dilepix platform offers both cloud-based and embedded solutions, allowing dairy farms to implement AI-powered monitoring using existing or new camera infrastructure. By analyzing video feeds continuously, the system detects behavioral changes associated with estrus and imminent calving, sending alerts to farm staff when action is needed.

Unlike wearable sensor systems, Dilepix's camera-based approach monitors cattle non-invasively with no devices attached to animals. One camera can monitor multiple animals simultaneously, making the technology highly scalable and cost-effective for larger operations.

Snapshot

Product Name: Dilepix Heat and Calving Detection

Company: Dilepix

Category: AI Camera Systems for Dairy Farms

Description: Cloud or embedded AI platform that analyzes video from standard cameras to detect heat (estrus) and calving events through behavioral pattern recognition.

Who It's For: Dairy farms seeking non-invasive 24/7 heat detection and calving monitoring without wearable devices, particularly operations with significant nighttime activity.

What It Does Best: Provides continuous behavioral monitoring including critical nighttime surveillance, detecting heat and pre-calving behaviors through neural network analysis.

Why It Matters: Heat detection accuracy directly impacts conception rates and calving intervals. Nighttime monitoring catches events that occur when staff are not present.

Ideal Users

Farm Types: Dairy operations, suckler cow operations, operations with seasonal or year-round breeding programs

Herd Size: Medium to large herds where camera monitoring is more cost-effective than per-animal wearables

Roles: Herd managers, breeding technicians, veterinarians, farm consultants

Main Features

AI-Powered Heat Detection

Detects behavioral changes indicating estrus including increased activity, mounting behavior, and social interactions

Calving Detection

Identifies imminent calving through behavioral analysis including restlessness, isolation, frequent lying and standing, and physical signs

24/7 Surveillance

Continuous monitoring including critical nighttime hours when many events occur and staff are not present

Real-Time Alerts

Sends notifications to breeders, technicians, or veterinarians when action is needed

Non-Invasive Monitoring

Cameras observe from above without disturbing animals or requiring attached devices

Standard Camera Compatibility

Works with standard security-style cameras, minimizing hardware investment

Advanced Features

Neural Network Analysis

15+ years of R&D in computer vision applied to livestock behavior recognition

Cloud and Embedded Deployment

Choose cloud-based processing for simple deployment or embedded systems for real-time on-device analysis

Multi-Behavioral Tracking

Monitors activities including standing, sitting, lying, drinking, rumination, and social behavior

Animal Welfare Metrics

Tracks comfort indicators such as cubicle usage and lying time

RFID Integration

Combines with passive IoT for individual animal identification

Custom Solutions

Tailored implementations through agricultural cooperative and veterinary partners

Data and Integrations

Deployment Models:

Cloud Version: Cameras send images to Dilepix cloud for analysis; results returned in seconds

Embedded Version: Software integrated into farm equipment for real-time local processing

Integration Partners: Agricultural cooperatives, veterinary groups, consulting firms, technical institutes

Competitive Advantages

No Wearables: Camera-based system eliminates per-animal device costs and maintenance

Scalability: One camera monitors many animals versus one device per animal

Night Coverage: Fills surveillance gaps during nighttime when animals are most active

15+ Years R&D: Mature technology with extensive research foundation

Low Error Margins: Neural networks trained on extensive cattle behavior databases

Flexibility: Cloud or embedded deployment options

Partner Network: Works through agricultural cooperatives and veterinary groups

Implementation

Timeline: Camera installation; system configuration; neural network calibration; optimization ongoing

Infrastructure Requirements:

Standard cameras at strategic locations (feed fence, calving pens, alleys)

Internet connectivity for cloud version

On-site processing for embedded version

Adequate lighting for quality video capture

Camera Placement: Strategic positioning at feed fence, calving areas, and movement zones

Implementation Tips

Work with Dilepix partner organizations for customized implementation

Position cameras to capture natural behaviors without obstructions

Ensure coverage of areas where heat and calving behaviors occur

Test alert delivery to all relevant staff

Establish protocols for responding to different alert types

Allow calibration period for neural network optimization

Training and Support

Training: Implementation through Dilepix partner network (cooperatives, veterinary groups, consultants)

Support: Available through partner organizations and Dilepix technical team

Pricing

Model: Dilepix works with agricultural partners (cooperatives, consulting firms, veterinary groups) to develop customized solutions

Pricing: Not publicly listed; contact Dilepix or partner organizations for quotes

Factors Affecting Cost:

Number of cameras required

Cloud vs embedded deployment

Integration requirements

Partner organization pricing structure

Pros and Limitations

Strengths

Non-invasive camera-based monitoring

No wearable devices to manage or lose

24/7 coverage including nighttime hours

Scalable (one camera monitors many animals)

15+ years of R&D in computer vision

Cloud or embedded deployment options

Works with standard cameras

Limitations

Pricing not publicly disclosed

Limited direct sales (works through partner network)

Primarily established in European markets

Requires cameras at all relevant locations

Accuracy depends on camera positioning and lighting

Limited U.S. market presence compared to competitors

Best For

Operations wanting camera-based monitoring without wearables

Farms working with agricultural cooperatives or veterinary groups

Dairies needing strong nighttime surveillance

Larger herds where per-cow wearable costs are significant

Not Ideal For

Small herds where wearable sensors may be simpler

Farms wanting direct vendor relationship

Operations needing immediate U.S. support availability

Company Background

Dilepix is a French technology company headquartered in Rennes, Brittany, with over 15 years of experience in computer vision technology. The company developed AI algorithms for livestock monitoring and operates through a partner network of agricultural cooperatives, consulting firms, and veterinary groups. Dilepix positions itself as an "ingredient brand" that provides technology to partners who maintain customer relationships.

Website: dilepix.com

Headquarters: Rennes, France

Business Model: Technology partner to agricultural cooperatives and service providers

Evaluation Questions

Before selecting Dilepix, consider:

Do we have access to a Dilepix partner organization (cooperative, consultant, veterinary group)?

What is our current heat detection rate and conception rate?

How significant is nighttime activity in our herd?

Are we prepared for a partner-mediated technology relationship?

What camera infrastructure do we already have?

How do we compare cloud vs embedded deployment options?

What is the expected ROI from improved heat detection and calving outcomes?