Electronically-controlled pressure regulator system for poultry drinker lines
US9603343B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 26, 2014 |
| Grant date | Mar 28, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 14, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/87772
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An electrically-controlled water pressure regulator for use with a poultry watering system receives potable water at a first high pressure level and reduces the water pressure level of the water provided to watering valves that dispense water to the flock within a poultry house. A variable control valve uses a needle-shaped cone to engage a round port inside the housing of the regulator. A stepper motor controls the liner movement of the control valve in incremental microsteps to adjust the water pressure level provided to the flock. A feedback component enables the variable control valve to maintain the water pressure level at a desired set point for the flock. The desired set point for the flock is controlled or automated to match the growth of the flock over their growth cycle. An electrical controller and suitable cabling enable multiple regulators to be controlled efficiently and cost-effectively.
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