Method and apparatus for administering micro-ingredient feed additives to animal feed rations
US7410078B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 9, 2007 |
| Grant date | Aug 12, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 9, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01G13/026
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method and apparatus are provided for administering micro-ingredient feed additives to animal feed rations. The apparatus may be referred to as a system which includes a number of discrete components which cooperate together to ultimately deliver micro-ingredients to a desired location, such as a feed mixer containing a feed ration. Structure is provided for storing, measuring, dispensing, and conveying the micro-ingredients. Measuring of the micro-ingredients may be achieved by loss in weight, gain in weight, or volumetric metering methods. Transport by a liquid carrier such as water may be achieved by providing one or a plurality of conveyance pumps connected to a transport line. The system is operated by a control unit which controls components of the system to achieve delivery of specified amounts and types of micro-ingredients to the feed ration.
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