Automatic sampling apparatus for the farmer stock peanut pneumat

Details Automatic sampling apparatus for the farmer stock peanut pneumat Automatic sampling apparatus for the farmer stock peanut pneumat

1997-08-21

2000-02-01

Noland, Thomas P.

Measuring and testing

Sampler, sample handling, etc.

Capture device

7386301, G01N 114, G01N 108

Patent

active

060190051

ABSTRACT:
A sampling apparatus for sampling agricultural commodities such as any legume, grain, vegetable, fruit, nut, etc., for grading and valuation purposes. The apparatus uses a programmable logic controller, sensors, and logic software to operates a sampling and collection system The sampling apparatus includes a sampling tube which obtains the required samples from a trailer-like vehicle to a sample bin and then to a collection chute. In this manner, the sampling apparatus automatically obtains a representative sample of the agricultural commodity contained within the trailer and allows for accurate grading and valuation.

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