A pregnant sow restraining pen feeder

By designing a feeding device for pregnant sows with a rotatable lever and a limiting plate, the problem of low efficiency in backward movement of sows was solved, and the convenience of sows moving forward and leaving and the stability of the feeding process were achieved, thereby improving breeding efficiency.

CN224330110UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-09HENAN TANGE FARMING & ANIMAL HUSBANDRY MASCH EQUIP CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
HENAN TANGE FARMING & ANIMAL HUSBANDRY MASCH EQUIP CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-06-28
Publication Date
2026-06-09

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing feeding devices for pregnant sows require the sows to back away, resulting in low movement efficiency and reduced work efficiency for farm workers.

Method used

A feeding device for pregnant sows with a gestation crate was designed. By setting a rotatable lever and a gestation plate, the sow is allowed to move forward and away, preventing it from moving backward. The position of the lever is fixed by a gestation frame and a pin, ensuring the stability of the feeding trough.

Benefits of technology

It improves the efficiency of sow movement, reduces the difficulty of sows leaving the device, increases the work efficiency of farm workers, and ensures the stability of the feeding process.

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Abstract

This utility model relates to the field of livestock breeding equipment technology and discloses a feeding device for pregnant sows with a restraining crate. It includes two base frames, with a first and a second blocking component symmetrically arranged between them. The second blocking component includes a blocking portion and a feeding trough, with the feeding trough located below the blocking portion. A first side plate and a second side plate are fixedly connected to one side of each of the two first blocking components. The first and second side plates are open away from the base frames, forming slots. A rotating rod is fixedly connected to the top of the blocking portion. The rotating rod is detachably installed between the two slots, and two limiting plates are symmetrically fixedly connected to its circumference, with the two limiting plates positioned between the two slots. This application, by setting up the first and second side plates, slots, and rotating rod, allows the sow to move forward and away from the two base frames, eliminating the need for the sow to back up and move to the outside of the device. This reduces the difficulty of the sow leaving, improves the sow's movement efficiency, and increases the work efficiency of the livestock breeders.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of livestock equipment technology, and in particular to a feeding device for a gestation crate for pregnant sows. Background Technology

[0002] In large-scale pig farms, when a sow becomes pregnant, she is herded into a gestation crate to prevent fighting or crowding with other pigs while feeding, ensuring her safety and the normal development of the fetus. However, existing gestation crates for pregnant sows have certain drawbacks. After the sow finishes feeding, she needs to be manually herded to move backwards outside the crate. Due to the sow's large weight, this backward movement is slow and inefficient, reducing the work efficiency of the farm workers. Utility Model Content

[0003] This invention proposes a feeding device for pregnant sows in a confinement crate to solve the problem that existing devices require sows to back away from the crate.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a feeding device for pregnant sows, comprising two symmetrically arranged base frames, with a first and a second symmetrically arranged openable cover between the two base frames. The two base frames, the first cover, and the second cover directly form a space to accommodate pregnant sows. The second cover includes a cover portion and a feeding trough, with the feeding trough located below the cover portion. A first side plate and a second side plate are respectively fixedly connected to one side of the two first cover portions. The first and second side plates are open away from the base frames to form slots. A rotating rod is fixedly connected to the top of the cover portion. The rotating rod is detachably installed between the two slots, and two limiting plates are symmetrically fixedly connected to the circumference of the rotating rod, with the two limiting plates located between the two slots.

[0005] Preferably, a limiting frame is fixedly connected to the side of the second side plate away from the first side plate, and a pluggable second pin is installed between the limiting frame and the rotating rod.

[0006] Preferably, a handwheel is fixedly connected to one end of the rotating rod.

[0007] Preferably, the shielding part includes a second baffle, the bottom of which is fixedly connected to a base plate, and one end of the feeding trough is fixedly connected to a connecting rod. The connecting rod passes through the base plate and is screwed onto a detachable threaded ring.

[0008] Preferably, the base frame includes a first base frame and a second base frame, with the first side plate fixedly connected to the first base frame and the second side plate fixedly connected to the second base frame.

[0009] Preferably, a tube is fixedly connected to the side of the first base frame away from the first side plate, and a fixing frame is fixedly connected to the side of the second base frame away from the first side plate. The first blocking member includes a first stop, a rod is fixedly connected to one side of the first stop, and a connecting plate is fixedly connected to the other side. The rod matches the tube, and a pluggable first pin is provided between the connecting plate and the fixing frame.

[0010] Preferably, both the first base frame and the bottom of the second base frame are fixedly connected to a fixing plate, and the fixing plate has bolt holes for bolts to pass through.

[0011] The technical effects and advantages provided by this utility model in the above technical solution are as follows:

[0012] (1) This application sets up a first side plate, a second side plate, a slot and a rotating rod, so that the shielding part and the feeding trough are detachably connected to the first side plate and the second side plate, and the shielding part and the feeding trough can be rotated as a whole. When the sow eats, the rotating rod is pulled to rotate, so that the sow can move forward and leave the two base frame parts, so that the sow does not need to move backward to the outside of the device, reducing the difficulty of the sow leaving, improving the efficiency of the sow's movement, and improving the work efficiency of the breeding personnel.

[0013] (2) This application sets two limiting plates on the rotating rod. When the rotating rod is connected to the first side plate and the second side plate, the two limiting plates cooperate to axially limit the rotating rod, making the rotating rod more stable when rotating, avoiding the rotating rod from deviating to the left or right, and improving the stability of the rotating rod when rotating.

[0014] (3) By setting a limiting frame and a second pin, when the rotating rod is connected to the first side plate and the second side plate, the second pin is inserted between the limiting frame and the rotating rod, thereby restricting the rotating rod from rotating and thus restricting the position of the feeding trough, making the sow more stable when feeding and avoiding the shaking of the feeding trough. Attached Figure Description

[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0016] Figure 1 This is one of the perspective views of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 2 This is a second perspective view of the present invention;

[0018] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the present invention;

[0019] Figure 4 This is a perspective view of the first shielding component of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 5 This is one of the perspective views of the second shielding component of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 6 This is a second perspective view of the second shielding component of this utility model;

[0022] In the diagram: 1. Base frame; 11. First base frame; 12. Fixing plate; 13. Second base frame; 14. First side plate; 15. Slot; 16. Second side plate; 17. Limiting frame; 18. Insertion tube; 19. Fixing frame; 110. First pin; 2. First blocking component; 21. First stop frame; 22. Insert rod; 23. Connecting plate; 3. Second blocking component; 31. Rotating rod; 32. Limiting plate; 33. Second stop frame; 34. Threaded ring; 35. Feed trough; 36. Connecting rod; 37. Base plate; 38. Handwheel; 39. Second pin. Detailed Implementation

[0023] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0024] This utility model provides, for example Figures 1-6 The illustrated feeding device for pregnant sows includes two symmetrically arranged base frames 1. A first and second symmetrically arranged, operable obstruction 2 and obstruction 3 are symmetrically positioned between the two base frames 1. The two base frames 1, the first obstruction 2, and the second obstruction 3 directly form a space to accommodate the pregnant sow. The second obstruction 3 includes an obstruction portion and a feeding trough 35, with the feeding trough 35 located below the obstruction portion. A first side plate 14 and a second side plate 16 are fixedly connected to one side of each of the two first obstruction 2. The first side plate 14 and the second side plate 16 are both open away from the base frames 1, forming slots 15. A rotating rod 31 is fixedly connected to the top of the obstruction portion. The rotating rod 31 is detachably installed between the two slots 15, and two limiting plates 32 are symmetrically fixedly connected to the circumference of the rotating rod 31, with the two limiting plates 32 positioned between the two slots 15.

[0025] Through the above technical solution, before the device is put into use, the two base frame components 1 are placed at the positions that need to be fixed, and the two base frame components 1 are fixed with bolts. After the base frame components 1 are fixed, the first shielding component 2 is placed between the two base frame components 1 for installation. After the first shielding component 2 is installed, the rotating rod 31 is engaged with the first side plate 14 and the second side plate 16 through the slot 15, so that the rotating rod 31 is installed between the first side plate 14 and the second side plate 16. With the cooperation of the limiting plate 32, the rotating rod 31 is axially limited to prevent the rotating rod 31 from moving laterally. After the shielding parts are installed, the feeding trough 35 is supported by the shielding parts. Pig feed is added to the feeding trough 35. After the pig feed is added, when the pregnant sow needs to eat, the two first shielding parts 2 are opened to drive the pregnant sow between the two base frame parts 1. Pig feed is supplied to the pregnant sow through the feeding trough 35. After the sow finishes eating, the rotating rod 31 is pulled so that the rotating rod 31 rotates around the first side plate 14 and the second side plate 16 until the shielding parts are away from the two base frame parts 1. The sow can then move forward and leave the two base frame parts 1 without having to back up, thus improving the convenience of the sow's movement.

[0026] Furthermore, in this utility model, after the rotating rod 31 is installed, to prevent the rotating rod 31 from accidentally falling off, such as... Figures 1-3 as well as Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, a limiting frame 17 is fixedly connected to the side of the second side plate 16 away from the first side plate 14, and a pluggable second pin 39 is installed between the limiting frame 17 and the rotating rod 31.

[0027] In this embodiment, after the rotating rod 31 is installed, the second pin 39 is inserted between the limiting frame 17 and the rotating rod 31 to fix the position of the rotating rod 31, so as to prevent the feeding trough 35 from shaking when the sow eats and improve the stability of feeding. After the sow eats, she pulls the second pin 39 to separate the second pin 39 from the limiting frame 17 and the rotating rod 31, so that the rotating rod 31 can be pulled to rotate.

[0028] When personnel need to rotate lever 31, in order to facilitate the rotation of lever 31, such as... Figures 5-6 As shown, a handwheel 38 is fixedly connected to one end of the rotating rod 31.

[0029] In this embodiment, when a person needs to rotate the lever 31, the lever 31 can be easily rotated by using the handwheel 38.

[0030] Specifically, in one embodiment, regarding the aforementioned obstructed portion, such as Figures 1-3 as well as Figures 5-6 As shown, the shielding part includes a second baffle 33, a base plate 37 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the second baffle 33, a connecting rod 36 is fixedly connected to one end of the feeding trough 35, and the connecting rod 36 passes through the base plate 37 and is screwed onto a detachable screw ring 34.

[0031] In this embodiment, when personnel need to install the shielding part, the rotating rod 31 is engaged with the first side plate 14 and the second side plate 16 through the slot 15, thereby allowing the rotating rod 31 to be installed between the first side plate 14 and the second side plate 16. With the cooperation of the limiting plate 32, the rotating rod 31 is axially limited to prevent the rotating rod 31 from moving laterally. After the rotating rod 31 is installed, it supports the second baffle 33 and the base plate 37. Then, the feeding trough 35 is placed on one side of the base plate 37, and the connecting rod 36 on the feeding trough 35 passes through the base plate 37. Then, the screw ring 34 is screwed into the connecting rod 36 to fix the feeding trough 35. When the feeding trough 35 needs to be disassembled, the screw ring 34 is unscrewed, the feeding trough 35 is pulled, and the connecting rod 36 is moved to separate the connecting rod 36 from the base plate 37, thus completing the disassembly of the feeding trough 35.

[0032] Furthermore, in this utility model, regarding the aforementioned base frame 1, as follows: Figures 1-3 As shown, the base frame 1 includes a first base frame 11 and a second base frame 13. A first side plate 14 is fixedly connected to the first base frame 11, and a second side plate 16 is fixedly connected to the second base frame 13.

[0033] In this embodiment, when it is necessary to fix the base frame 1, the first base frame 11 and the second base frame 13 are placed at the positions where they need to be fixed, and then the first base frame 11 and the second base frame 13 are fixed by bolts.

[0034] Furthermore, regarding the installation of the first shielding member 2 in this utility model, as follows: Figures 1-4 As shown, the first base frame 11 is fixedly connected to the side away from the first side plate 14 with an insertion tube 18, and the second base frame 13 is fixedly connected to the side away from the first side plate 14 with a fixing frame 19. The first shielding member 2 includes a first baffle 21. The first baffle 21 is fixedly connected to one side with an insertion rod 22 and to the other side with a connecting plate 23. The insertion rod 22 matches the insertion tube 18, and a pluggable first pin 110 is provided between the connecting plate 23 and the fixing frame 19.

[0035] In this embodiment, after the first base frame 11 and the second base frame 13 are fixed, the insertion rod 22 on the first baffle 21 is inserted into the insertion tube 18. When the personnel need to close the first baffle 21, they pull the first baffle 21, causing the first baffle 21 to drive the connecting plate 23 to rotate until the connecting plate 23 is inside the fixed frame 19. Then, the first pin 110 is inserted between the fixed frame 19 and the connecting plate 23 to fix the first baffle 21. When the first baffle 21 needs to be opened, the first pin 110 is pulled to separate the first pin 110 from the fixed frame 19, so that the first baffle 21 can be pulled to rotate, making it easier for the sow to move between the first base frame 11 and the second base frame 13.

[0036] In addition, regarding how the first base frame 11 and the second base frame 13 are fixed, such as... Figures 1-3 As shown, the bottom of the first base frame 11 and the second base frame 13 are both fixedly connected to a fixing plate 12, and the fixing plate 12 has bolt holes for bolts to pass through.

[0037] In this embodiment, when it is necessary to fix the first base frame 11 and the second base frame 13, the bolts are passed through the bolt holes on the fixing plate 12 and rotated until the bolts enter the hardened ground, thereby fixing the first base frame 11 and the second base frame 13.

[0038] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A feeding device for a gestation crate for pregnant sows, comprising two symmetrically arranged base frame members (1), and a first openable cover member (2) and a second cover member (3) symmetrically arranged between the two base frame members (1), characterized in that: The two base frame components (1), the first shielding component (2), and the second shielding component (3) directly form a space to accommodate pregnant sows. The second shielding component (3) includes a shielding part and a feeding trough (35). The feeding trough (35) is located below the shielding part. The first side plate (14) and the second side plate (16) are fixedly connected to one side of the two first shielding components (2), respectively. The first side plate (14) and the second side plate (16) are open away from the base frame component (1) to form a slot (15). A rotating rod (31) is fixedly connected to the top of the shielding part. The rotating rod (31) is detachably installed between the two slots (15). The circumference of the rotating rod (31) is symmetrically fixedly connected to two limiting plates (32). The two limiting plates (32) are located between the two slots (15).

2. The feeding device for a gestation crate for pregnant sows according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second side plate (16) is fixedly connected to a limit frame (17) on the side away from the first side plate (14), and a pluggable second pin (39) is installed between the limit frame (17) and the rotating rod (31).

3. A feeding device for pregnant sows in a gestation crate according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: A handwheel (38) is fixedly connected to one end of the rotating rod (31).

4. A feeding device for pregnant sows in a gestation crate according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The shielding part includes a second baffle (33), the bottom of which is fixedly connected to a base plate (37), and one end of the feeding trough (35) is fixedly connected to a connecting rod (36). The connecting rod (36) passes through the base plate (37) and is screwed together with a detachable screw ring (34).

5. The feeding device for a gestation crate for pregnant sows according to claim 1, characterized in that: The base frame (1) includes a first base frame (11) and a second base frame (13), with the first side plate (14) fixedly connected to the first base frame (11) and the second side plate (16) fixedly connected to the second base frame (13).

6. A feeding device for a gestation crate for pregnant sows according to claim 5, characterized in that: The first base frame (11) is fixedly connected to the side away from the first side plate (14) with a tube (18), and the second base frame (13) is fixedly connected to the side away from the first side plate (14) with a fixing frame (19). The first shielding member (2) includes a first baffle (21). The first baffle (21) is fixedly connected to a rod (22) on one side and to a connecting plate (23) on the other side. The rod (22) matches the tube (18), and a pluggable first pin (110) is provided between the connecting plate (23) and the fixing frame (19).

7. A feeding device for a gestation crate for pregnant sows according to claim 5 or 6, characterized in that: The bottom of the first base frame (11) and the second base frame (13) are both fixedly connected to a fixing plate (12), and the fixing plate (12) has bolt holes for bolts to pass through.