Conveyor for grain dryer
US6834442B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 12, 2003 |
| Grant date | Dec 28, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 28, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF26B25/002
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A metering conveyor adapted to move a controlled volume of grain. The conveyor incorporates a series of carriers that can each be switched between a scooper assembly and a blocker assembly. The ratio of scooper assemblies to blocker assemblies determines the volume of grain that is metered for a predetermined conveyor speed. The conveyor is modular and is especially suited for a modular rectangular grain dryer. The conveyor further includes a paddle that is adapted to move grain to a discharge chute.
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