Method and means for placing an identification mark on a hog

Details Method and means for placing an identification mark on a hog Method and means for placing an identification mark on a hog

1978-06-12

1980-07-29

Smith, James G.

Tools

Perforator and inker

40300, B43K 500

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042144906

ABSTRACT:
The method and means for placing an identification mark on a hog is described wherein a tattoo ink is injected simultaneously in and under the skin of the hog to permanently identify the animal or its carcass through skinning or scalding. The method comprises the steps: (1) providing a marking fluid under pressure; (2) providing an identification indicia which is in fluid communication with the marking fluid; (3) injecting the marking fluid in and under the skin of the hog. The apparatus comprises an indicia support means having a plurality of hollow needles mounted therein arranged in a numerical fashion. The needles are in communication with the marking fluid or tattoo ink which is supplied thereto under pressure. The needles may be easily interchanged or replaced as required.

REFERENCES:
patent: 516212 (1894-03-01), Lewis

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