Automated in ovo injection apparatus
US6032612A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 6, 1999 |
| Grant date | Mar 7, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 6, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01K45/007
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A multi-site in ovo injection apparatus and related methods for treating live eggs is disclosed. The multi-site injection apparatus includes one or more injection delivery devices which are configured to deliver multiple treatment substances to predetermined areas of eggs. The treatment substances can be provided so that they are spatially and/or temporally separate. The devices and methods enable the effective use of a plurality of treatment substances even those that are effective when used alone but can be noxious if mixed.
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