Trough feeder
US4375791A · kind A · utility
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6Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 29, 1981 |
| Grant date | Mar 8, 1983 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 29, 2001 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01K39/01
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Apparatus for distributing feed to caged poultry and the like is disclosed. The apparatus comprises an elongated trough for receiving feed, and an open-topped tube conveyor disposed within the trough. A clip is provided for securing the tube conveyor in and to the trough. A tube shield extends from a trough wall down over the conveyor tube. A baffle extends downwardly from the tube shield over each feed-dispensing tube aperture to prevent observation of feed particle dispensing motion by the receiving poultry.
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