Method of using a meshwrap dispensing mechanism for round balers
US8122685B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 12, 2011 |
| Grant date | Feb 28, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 12, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01F2015/072
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A wrapper dispensing mechanism for round balers includes a feed roller shiftable generally toward and away from a baling element of a bale forming mechanism so as to be selectively brought into and out of engagement with the baling element. The feed roller is driven by the baling element when the feed roller is in engagement with the baling element, with the feed roller and the baling element cooperatively defining a temporary nip therebetween during engagement. The feed roller is disposed to at least partially vertically support the roll of supply material thereon. A method of dispensing wrapping material from a supply roll includes supporting the supply roll at least partially on a feed roller, shifting the feed roller into engagement with the baling element to create a temporary nip therebetween and drive the feed roller, and driving the baling element while the feed roller is in engagement therewith.
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