A laying hen breeding feeding trough

Abstract

This utility model relates to a feeding trough for laying hens, belonging to the field of laying hen farming technology. It mainly includes a feed bin, a feed trough, a feed guide plate, a protective net, a discharging mechanism, a motor, and a controller. The feed bin and feed trough are integrated into a single structure to enhance stability. The feed guide plate is installed at an angle at the bottom of the feed bin. The protective net prevents laying hens from entering the feed trough and scratching at the feed. The discharging mechanism, driven by a motor, achieves intermittent, quantitative feeding, and the controller controls the motor's start and stop at set times. A drainage hole is provided at the bottom of the feed trough to keep it dry. This application effectively prevents feed waste, avoids contamination caused by trampling or scratching, reduces human intervention, ensures the normal feeding needs of laying hens, improves feed utilization and feeding efficiency, and reduces farming costs.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of egg-laying hen breeding technology, specifically relating to a feeding trough for egg-laying hen breeding. Background Technology

[0002] In the field of egg-laying hen farming, scientific and reasonable feeding methods are of great significance for improving feed utilization, reducing waste, and ensuring the healthy growth of laying hens. Currently, laying hens are usually fed using traditional open-top feeding troughs, and farmers often feed large amounts of feed at once.

[0003] However, this feeding method has many problems: On the one hand, because the feeding trough is open, if too much feed is put in, the laying hens are prone to scratching at the feed to find concentrates after they are full, causing the feed to scatter on the ground and become contaminated, resulting in unnecessary waste; on the other hand, laying hens may overeat after they are full, further reducing the feed conversion rate and affecting the economic benefits of farming. In addition, the traditional feeding trough has poor structural stability and is easily overturned by laying hens, causing feed to spill on the ground, which not only increases the difficulty of cleaning but also exacerbates resource waste. Utility Model Content

[0004] To overcome the problems of existing layer hen feeding troughs, such as excessive feed being placed at once, leading to hens scratching and overeating, and the troughs being easily overturned, causing waste, this utility model provides a layer hen feeding trough. This device uses a combination of a feed storage box and a dispensing mechanism, with a controller intermittently starting and stopping the motor to drive the feed dispensing plate to rotate and achieve quantitative feed dispensing. At the same time, a protective net prevents hens from entering the trough, avoiding feed spillage and contamination, reducing manual intervention, improving feed utilization, and lowering feeding costs.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model is implemented through the following technical solution: A feeding trough for laying hens mainly includes a feed storage box, a feeding trough, a guide plate, a protective net, a cover, a discharging mechanism, a motor, a controller, and a protective cover. The feed storage box and the feeding trough are integrated into one structure, with the feed storage box located at the rear end and the feeding trough at the front end. The guide plate is installed at an angle at the bottom of the feed storage box, with its high end extending into the inner cavity of the feed storage box and its low end extending into the inner cavity of the feeding trough. The angle of inclination is 30°-45°, which is used to guide the feed to slide down. The protective net is installed at the top of the feeding trough to prevent laying hens from entering the inside of the feeding trough. The cover is hinged to the top of the feed storage box and has a handle for easy opening and closing. The feed storage box has a discharging port at one end near the feeding trough. The discharging mechanism is installed inside the feed storage box and located at the discharging port. The motor and controller are installed at the end of the feed storage box. The protective cover is installed on the side wall of the feed storage box, with the motor and controller located inside the protective cover. The motor is connected to the discharging mechanism for transmission. The controller integrates a timing module to control the intermittent start and stop of the motor to achieve precise feeding.

[0006] The feeding mechanism includes a rotating shaft and feeding plates. The rotating shaft is rotatably installed inside the storage box. The feeding plates are set to 4-6 pieces, which are evenly distributed along the circumference of the rotating shaft. The flexible rubber strips contact the inner wall of the storage box to form a sealing effect to reduce feed leakage, while ensuring that the feeding process is smooth and stable and avoiding material jamming.

[0007] The mesh size of the protective net is designed to prevent laying hens from entering the feed trough while allowing their heads to move freely in and out, making it convenient for them to eat. At the same time, it effectively prevents laying hens from scratching and grabbing the feed, reducing feed waste.

[0008] The feed trough is equipped with a drainage hole at the bottom to drain the water inside, keep the feed dry, prevent the feed from spoiling due to moisture, and improve the safety of the laying hens' feed.

[0009] The protective cover is equipped with a removable cap at the end and heat dissipation holes on the side wall to facilitate motor heat dissipation, while also facilitating maintenance and cleaning of the motor and controller, thus extending the service life of the equipment.

[0010] The feed bin has a transparent observation window on its side, which allows the feeder to observe the remaining amount of feed in the bin in real time and replenish the feed in a timely manner to avoid affecting the laying hens' normal feeding due to feed shortage.

[0011] The motor is electrically connected to the controller. The controller sets the start and stop times of the motor through a timing module to achieve intermittent feeding of feed, which meets the feeding needs of laying hens and avoids excessive feed accumulation leading to waste.

[0012] The feed bin and trough are made of one piece, which has strong overall stability and is not easily overturned by laying hens, further reducing the possibility of feed spillage and improving feeding efficiency.

[0013] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0014] Feed in the storage bin is intermittently released into the feeding trough via a dispensing mechanism. The amount of feed added each time is precisely controlled by a controller according to a preset time interval, ensuring that there is always an appropriate amount of feed in the trough. This satisfies the feeding needs of the laying hens, improves feed conversion rate, and prevents excessive feed accumulation that could lead to pawing behavior. The protective net design effectively prevents laying hens from entering the feeding trough, reducing the risk of feed spillage and contamination. The integrated design of the storage bin and the feeding trough enhances the overall stability of the feeding trough, making it less likely to be tipped over by laying hens, thus significantly reducing the possibility of feed spillage. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is an isometric schematic diagram of the present invention.

[0016] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the rear view structure of this utility model.

[0017] Figure 3 This is a partial cross-sectional view of the present invention.

[0018] Figure 4 This is a second partial cross-sectional view of the present invention.

[0019] Figure 5 This is a partial cross-sectional view of the third part of this utility model.

[0020] In the attached diagram, the following are the reference numerals: 1. Storage bin; 2. Feed trough; 3. Guide plate; 4. Protective net; 5. Cover plate; 6. Discharge mechanism; 7. Motor; 8. Controller; 9. Protective cover; 10. Rotating shaft; 11. Feeding plate; 13. Drainage hole; 14. Cover; 15. Heat dissipation hole; 16. Transparent observation window; 17. Handle. Detailed Implementation

[0021] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and beneficial effects of this utility model clearer, the preferred embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings, so as to facilitate the understanding of those skilled in the art.

[0022] This utility model discloses a feeding trough for laying hens, such as Figure 1 As shown, the feeding trough for laying hens mainly includes a feed bin 1, a feed trough 2, a feed guide plate 3, a protective net 4, a cover 5, a discharging mechanism 6, a motor 7, a controller 8, and a protective cover 9. The feed bin 1 and the feed trough 2 are integrally molded, providing strong overall stability and preventing them from being tipped over by the laying hens, thus effectively reducing the possibility of feed spillage. The feed bin 1 is located at the rear end and is used to store feed, while the feed trough 2 is located at the front end and is used for feeding the laying hens. The top of the feed bin 1 is hinged to a cover 5, which has a handle 17 for easy access by the farmer to replenish feed. A discharge port is located at the end of the feed bin 1 near the feed trough 2. The discharging mechanism 6 is installed inside the feed bin 1 at the discharge port and is used to control the feeding process from the feed bin 1 to the feed trough 2. The guide plate 3 is installed at an angle at the bottom of the storage bin 1, with its upper end extending into the inner cavity of the storage bin 1 and its lower end extending into the inner cavity of the feed trough 2. The angle of inclination is 30°-45°, which is used to guide the feed to slide down. The design of the guide plate 3 not only ensures that the feed can slide smoothly from the storage bin 1 into the feed trough 2, but also avoids the situation where the feed accumulates at the bottom of the storage bin 1.

[0023] like Figure 3 , Figure 4As shown, the feeding mechanism 6 is the core component for quantitative feed dispensing, comprising a rotating shaft 10 and feeding plates 11. The rotating shaft 10 is rotatably mounted inside the storage bin 1. The feeding plates 11 are arranged in 4-6 pieces, evenly distributed around the circumference of the rotating shaft 10. Flexible rubber strips are provided on the edges of the feeding plates 11, contacting the inner wall of the storage bin 1 to create a seal and reduce feed leakage, while ensuring a smooth and stable feeding process and preventing feed jamming. When the motor 7 starts, it drives the rotating shaft 10 to rotate, which in turn causes the feeding plates 11 to rotate. The rotation of the feeding plates 11 gradually moves the feed in the storage bin 1 to the discharge port, and then slides into the feed trough 2 via the guide plate 3. This intermittent feeding method effectively controls the amount of feed dispensed, avoiding waste caused by excessive feeding at once.

[0024] like Figure 5 As shown, the motor 7 and controller 8 are installed at the end of the feed bin 1 and located inside the protective cover 9. The protective cover 9 is designed not only to protect the motor 7 and controller 8 from the influence of the external environment, but also to achieve heat dissipation for the motor 7 through the heat dissipation holes 15 opened in its side wall. In addition, the end of the protective cover 9 is provided with a removable cover 14, which facilitates the maintenance and cleaning of the motor 7 and controller 8, and extends the service life of the equipment. The controller 8 integrates a timing module for controlling the intermittent start and stop of the motor 7. The breeder can set the start and stop time of the motor 7 through the controller 8. This timing control method can achieve precise feeding according to the feeding needs of the laying hens, which not only meets the feeding needs of the laying hens, but also avoids waste caused by excessive feed accumulation.

[0025] like Figure 1 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 As shown, the protective net 4 is installed at the top of the feed trough 2. Its mesh size is designed to prevent laying hens from entering the feed trough 2 while allowing their heads to move freely in and out, facilitating feeding. The protective net 4 effectively prevents laying hens from scratching and grabbing the feed, reducing feed waste and preventing the feed from being contaminated by the hens trampling on it.

[0026] like Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 5 As shown, the bottom of the feed trough 2 is provided with a drain hole 13 to drain the water in the feed trough 2, keep the feed dry, avoid feed deterioration due to moisture, and thus improve the feeding safety of laying hens.

[0027] like Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 5As shown, a transparent observation window 16 is provided on the side of the feed bin 1. The design of the transparent observation window 16 allows the breeder to observe the remaining amount of feed in the feed bin 1 in real time, and replenish the feed in a timely manner to avoid affecting the normal feeding of the laying hens due to feed shortage. The transparent observation window 16 is preferably made of high-strength transparent plastic, which ensures both the clarity of observation and a certain degree of durability.

[0028] Work process:

[0029] In practical application, the feeder first opens the cover 5 using handle 17 and pours the feed into the storage bin 1. Under gravity, the feed slides along the guide plate 3 towards the discharge port. At this time, the controller 8 starts the motor 7 according to a preset time interval. The motor 7 drives the rotating shaft 10 to rotate via a transmission connection, causing the feed-dispensing plate 11 to begin dispensing the feed. The rotation of the feed-dispensing plate 11 gradually moves the feed to the discharge port and slides into the feeding trough 2 through the guide plate 3. Due to the flexible rubber strip design of the feed-dispensing plate 11, the feed moves smoothly and steadily during dispensing, avoiding jamming. After the feed enters the feeding trough 2, the laying hens extend their heads through the mesh gaps of the protective net 4 to eat. The protective net 4 effectively prevents the laying hens from entering the feeding trough 2 and scratching the feed, while also preventing the feed from being contaminated by the hens trampling on it. During use, if water accumulates in the feeding trough 2, it will drain through the drain hole 13, thus keeping the feed dry. The keepers can observe the remaining feed in the feed bin 1 at any time through the transparent observation window 16. When the feed is insufficient, the feed is replenished in time to ensure that the laying hens eat normally. In addition, the heat dissipation holes 15 of the protective cover 9 can effectively dissipate the heat generated by the generator 7 during operation, preventing the motor 7 from being damaged due to overheating. When maintenance of the motor 7 or the controller 8 is required, the keepers can easily complete the operation by simply removing the cover 14 at the end of the protective cover 9.

[0030] In summary, this invention, through the cooperation of the feed storage bin 1 and the discharging mechanism 6, utilizes the controller 8 to time-control the intermittent start and stop of the motor 7, driving the feed-discharging plate 11 to rotate and achieve quantitative feed dispensing. Simultaneously, the design of the protective net 4 effectively prevents laying hens from entering the feed trough 2 and scratching at the feed, reducing feed waste and contamination. The drainage hole 13 ensures the dryness of the feed, while the transparent observation window 16 allows the farmer to easily monitor the remaining feed amount in real time. The entire device has a simple structure, is easy to operate, significantly improves feed utilization, reduces feeding costs, and is suitable for the actual needs of large-scale laying hen farms.

[0031] Finally, it should be noted that the above preferred embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of this utility model and are not intended to limit it. Although the utility model has been described in detail through the above preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that various changes can be made to it in form and detail without departing from the scope defined by the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A laying hen farming feeding trough, characterized in that: The aforementioned feeding trough for laying hens includes a feed bin (1), a feed trough (2), a guide plate (3), a protective net (4), a cover plate (5), a discharging mechanism (6), a motor (7), a controller (8), and a protective cover (9). The feed trough (2) is installed at the front end of the feed bin (1), and the feed bin (1) and the feed trough (2) are integrated into one structure. The guide plate (3) is installed at an angle at the bottom of the feed bin (1), with its high end extending into the inner cavity of the feed bin (1) and its low end extending into the inner cavity of the feed trough (2). The protective net (4) is installed on... At the top of the feeding trough (2), the cover plate (5) is hinged to the top of the storage box (1). The storage box (1) has a discharge port at one end near the feeding trough (2). The discharge mechanism (6) is installed inside the storage box (1) and located at the discharge port. The motor (7) and controller (8) are installed at the end of the storage box (1). The protective cover (9) is installed on the side wall of the storage box (1). The motor (7) and controller (8) are located inside the protective cover (9). The motor (7) is connected to the discharge mechanism (6) through transmission. The motor (7) is connected to the controller (8) through electrical connection.

2. The laying hen farming feeding trough according to claim 1, characterized in that: The discharge mechanism (6) includes a rotating shaft (10) and a feeding plate (11). The rotating shaft (10) is rotatably installed inside the storage box (1). The feeding plate (11) is set to 4-6 pieces and is evenly distributed along the circumference of the rotating shaft (10). The edge of the feeding plate (11) is provided with a flexible rubber strip.

3. The laying hen farming feeding trough according to claim 2, characterized in that: The mesh size of the protective net (4) is designed to prevent laying hens from entering the feed trough (2) and to allow the heads of laying hens to move freely in and out.

4. The laying hen farming feeding trough according to claim 3, characterized in that: The bottom of the feeding trough (2) is provided with a drainage hole (13).

5. The laying hen breeding feeding trough according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The protective cover (9) is provided with a removable cover (14) at the end and heat dissipation holes (15) on the side wall.

6. The laying hen farming feeding trough according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The storage bin (1) is provided with a transparent observation window (16) on its side.

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