Measuring and testing – Liquid level or depth gauge
Reexamination Certificate
2011-07-19
2011-07-19
Williams, Hezron (Department: 2856)
Measuring and testing
Liquid level or depth gauge
Reexamination Certificate
active
07980129
ABSTRACT:
A bin monitoring system functions both as a device for lifting the bin and as a weighing system for monitoring or measuring the level of feed in a feed bin. Various embodiments having a suspended load cell and methods of retrofitting the bin monitoring system to existing bins are provided. Further, the accuracy provided by various embodiments enables one to accurately predict when the feed bin will be empty. Thus, the feed mill can be aware of anticipated needs days in advance, allowing the feed mill to better optimize its scheduling and deliveries.
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Bellamy Tamiko D
Herdstar, LLC
Moore & Hansen PLLP
Williams Hezron
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