Seeder with metering system having selectively powered metering sections
US8915200B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 16, 2012 |
| Grant date | Dec 23, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 30, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S111/921
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A metering system for a seeding machine is provided. The metering system includes selectively powered metering sections operable to individually allow or restrict seed dispensation. A damper arrangement is also provided so that pneumatic conveying of the particulate within the machine is consistently maintained when particulate flow is varied between the metering sections.
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