Bale wrapping pattern controller and method
US7337713B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 1, 2006 |
| Grant date | Mar 4, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 1, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01F15/14
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A bale wrapping control system that enables several custom bale wrapping patterns which more effectively wrap and maintain the integrity of bales formed in a round baler. The bale wrapping control system controls operation of a dispensing arm which dispenses twine or other bale wrapping material. The dispensing arm is moveable between a start position where an end of the dispensing arm is closest to the bale, a left edge position where the end of the dispensing arm is near a left edge of the bale, a right edge position where the end of the dispensing arm is near a right edge of the bale, and a cutoff or home position where the end of the dispensing arm passes a cutting mechanism. The bale wrapping control system includes a baler controller for controlling movement of the dispensing arm and a user interface for receiving operating instructions from an operator of the baler and for controlling certain functions of the baler controller in response to the operating instructions.
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