Farrowing pen
US4287855A · kind A · utility
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10Claims
0Family size
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 31, 1980 |
| Grant date | Sep 8, 1981 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 31, 2000 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01K1/0218
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A farrowing pen is provided for accommmodating and confirming a sow or the like within a given space wherein the confined sow is permitted limited movement within the space without causing accidental injury or death to her piglets. At least one of the elongated side walls of the pen is provided with a plurality of longitudinally spaced elements. The elements are mounted for adjustment to selected positions relative to the remainder of the side wall to provide maximum nursing space for the piglets.
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