Apparatus for removing eggs from egg carriers, and associated method
US9521831B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 11, 2014 |
| Grant date | Dec 20, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 11, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01K43/00
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus for removing eggs from an egg carrier is provided. Such an apparatus includes a frame and an egg lifting system having an array of egg lifting devices configured to lift eggs from the egg carrier. A platform assembly has a platform configured to be moveably positioned between the array of egg lifting devices and the egg carrier. In this manner, the platform is capable of being positioned to receive eggs released from the egg lifting devices while concurrently obstructing access of the egg lifting devices to the egg carrier. An associated method is also provided.
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