Method and apparatus for administering micro-ingredient feed additives to animal feed rations
US7537375B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 16, 2007 |
| Grant date | May 26, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 12, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01F35/881
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
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 pneumatically conveying the micro-ingredients. Measuring of the micro-ingredients may be achieved by loss in weight, gain in weight, or volumetric metering methods. Pneumatic transport may be achieved either by a single transport line, or a plurality of transport lines. 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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