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Seed variety changer for a planter
US2016309643A1 · US · A1
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Publication number | US-2016309643-A1 |
| Application number | US-201615203568-A |
| Country | US |
| Kind code | A1 |
| Filing date | Jul 6, 2016 |
| Priority date | Jan 18, 2010 |
| Publication date | Oct 27, 2016 |
| Grant date | — |
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A system for changing seed variety on a planter includes a plurality of row units with each row unit having a plurality of seed meters. Each seed meter has a guide for delivering seed to a transport member and a switch that is activated and deactivated by a switch actuator on the member. The transport member is an endless member. The endless member has adjustable sidewalls, cover, and lugs.
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What is claimed is: 1 . A planter having a system for changing the seed variety planted by the planter, the planter comprising: a plurality of row units each including a plurality of seed meters; and an endless member associated with the meters such that the endless member capable of receiving seed from each of the plurality of meters and transporting the seed to a furrow for planting in a field; said endless member including a portion that extends below the plurality of see…
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- What does patent US2016309643A1 cover?
- A system for changing seed variety on a planter includes a plurality of row units with each row unit having a plurality of seed meters. Each seed meter has a guide for delivering seed to a transport member and a switch that is activated and deactivated by a switch actuator on the member. The transport member is an endless member. The endless member has adjustable sidewalls, cover, and lugs.
- Who is the assignee on this patent?
- Kinze Mfg Inc
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- Primary CPC classification A01C7/127. Mapped technology areas include Human Necessities.
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- Publication date Thu Oct 27 2016 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) (A1). Legal status and post-grant events are not shown on this page.
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