Grain dryer control system and method using moisture sensor

Details Grain dryer control system and method using moisture sensor Grain dryer control system and method using moisture sensor

1991-12-04

1992-09-08

Bennet, Henry A.

Drying and gas or vapor contact with solids

Apparatus

With apparatus using centrifugal force

34 56, F26B 1310

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051447550

ABSTRACT:
A control system for a drying system of the type including a drying bin. Discharge particulate material moisture sensing means including a sensor assembly positioned in a discharge auger for sensing the moisture content of the particulate material. Control means is connected to the discharge particulate moisture sensing means and the discharge auger for controlling operation of the discharge auger.

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