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Bale processor with extended carrying capacity and intermediary bale holder for extending the carrying capacity of existing bale processor

US11304373B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 17, 2019
Grant dateApr 19, 2022
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Expiry dateFeb 24, 2040

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA01F29/04
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A bale processor with extended bale capacity and a kit for extending a bale capacity of a bale processor is disclosed. The extended bale capacity is provided by a bale holder mechanically coupled to the frame the bale processor. When in use, the bale holder is capable of supporting an additional bale in an intermediary position between a first bale above a disintegration rotor of the bale processor and a second bale supported by a bale carrier of the bale processor. The kit comprises an intermediary bale holder and a support frame mechanically mountable to a back section of a bale processor.

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