A feed mixer for chicken cages

Abstract

This utility model discloses a chicken cage feed equalizer, relating to the technical field of feed equalizers. It includes a front plate and a rear plate, with symmetrically arranged intermediate plates connected between them. These intermediate plates are connected to the discharge port of the hopper. A discharge groove is formed at the bottom of the front plate, and parallel sliding grooves are formed on both sides of the front plate. A baffle plate is provided on the side of the front plate away from the rear plate. One of the intermediate plates has a flat portion, the plane of which is perpendicular to the axis of the sliding groove. This chicken cage feed equalizer allows for manual adjustment of the feed addition amount, facilitating control of feed addition based on the feeding behavior of poultry at different stages. Compared to traditional control methods, it is convenient and quick, and also extends the service life of the equalizer.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of feed leveling devices, and more specifically to a feed leveling device for chicken cages. Background Technology

[0002] A chicken cage feed distributor is a device used in poultry farming. A feed cart that moves laterally is installed on the chicken cage. The feed cart has multiple hoppers located above the chicken feed troughs. The discharge outlets of the hoppers extend into the feed troughs. The distributor is connected to the feed outlet of each hopper and moves with the hoppers to evenly distribute the feed from the hoppers into the feed troughs. See, for example, Chinese Patent Application No. 202420588430.9, entitled "A Conveniently Disassembled Feed Distributor," which allows feed to be added into the chicken feed troughs.

[0003] Current chicken cage feed equalizers still have the following problems when in use:

[0004] 1. Since poultry are in a growth stage, the amount of feed added needs to be adjusted according to the growth stage of the poultry. This makes the feeder capable of adjusting the size of the feed outlet. Conventional feeders lack a structure for adjusting the amount of feed added, or the adjustment structure of the feed outlet is not convenient to use, which makes the feeder unable to adapt well to the feed needs of poultry.

[0005] 2. When feeding, there will be some uneaten feed in the feed trough. This feed is located on the side of the feed trough away from the poultry. Because it is far away from the poultry, it cannot be effectively pecked by the poultry. If it is left for a long time, it will mold and spoil, affecting the safety and health of the poultry and increasing the cost of raising poultry.

[0006] 3. The feeder is installed at the bottom of the hopper and moves with it. When there is too much feed inside, the feeder will rub against the feed trough, affecting the stability of the equipment during use.

[0007] Therefore, it is necessary to propose a chicken cage feed equalizer to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0008] To address the above problems, this utility model provides a chicken cage feed equalizer, which facilitates the control of feed addition and scrapes feed off the outer inner wall, making it easier for poultry to eat.

[0009] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model specifically adopts the following technical solution:

[0010] A chicken cage feed equalizer includes a front plate and a rear plate, with symmetrically arranged intermediate plates connected between the front and rear plates. The symmetrical intermediate plates are connected to the discharge port of the feed hopper. A discharge groove is provided at the bottom of the front plate, and parallel sliding grooves are provided on both sides of the front plate. A baffle plate is provided on the side of the front plate away from the rear plate. A flat portion is provided on one of the intermediate plates, and the plane of the flat portion is perpendicular to the axis of the sliding groove. A threaded rod is rotatably connected to the flat portion, and a movable block is threadedly connected to the outer wall of the threaded rod. One end of the movable block passes through the sliding groove and is rotatably connected to the baffle plate.

[0011] The rear plate is inclined and parallel to the side of the feed trough, and an upper roller is rotatably connected to the top of the rear plate.

[0012] Preferably, in order to reduce the friction between the rear plate and the chicken feed trough, a lower roller is rotatably connected to the bottom of the side of the rear plate away from the front plate, and the lower roller is in contact with the plane of the feed trough.

[0013] Preferably, in order to improve the support capacity of the rear plate for the whole, the top of the rear plate is provided with a bent portion away from the front plate, the upper roller is located in the bent portion, and the upper roller is in contact with the top of the feed trough.

[0014] Preferably, in order to push the uneaten feed in the chicken feeder to the position where the poultry are eating, the middle plate is inclined at the end away from the rear plate, and an inclined panel is connected to the inclined part.

[0015] Preferably, in order to reduce the collision force when moving within the chicken feed trough and contacting both ends, a limiting plate is connected to one side of the inclined panel, and a buffer pad is connected to one side of the limiting plate, with the buffer pad placed vertically.

[0016] Preferably, to improve the stability of the moving block, the moving block and the flat surface are connected by a spring.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0018] 1. This device, through the coordinated arrangement of the discharge chute, baffle plate, threaded rod and moving block, allows for manual adjustment of the feed addition amount. This facilitates control of the feed addition amount based on the feeding status of poultry at different stages. Compared with traditional control methods, it is more convenient and faster, and at the same time, it can extend the service life of the feeder.

[0019] 2. This device has inclined plate structures with scraping function on both sides of the feeder. As the feeder moves with the feed hopper, it can scrape the feed attached to the inner wall of the chicken feed trough and guide it closer to the poultry feeding position, so that the poultry can eat it and avoid the situation where the feed is too far away and it is inconvenient for the poultry to eat.

[0020] 3. The upper and lower rollers on the rear plate of this device improve the stability of the feeder during movement and prevent it from rubbing against the chicken feed trough. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the front plate and baffle plate structure in this utility model;

[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the rear plate and lower roller structure of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the middle plate and planar surface structure of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the threaded rod and the movable block structure in this utility model;

[0025] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the material equalizer located on the feeding hopper in this utility model.

[0026] Figure label:

[0027] 101. Front plate; 102. Rear plate; 103. Middle plate; 104. Feed hopper; 105. Discharge chute; 106. Sliding groove; 107. Baffle plate; 108. Flat part; 109. Threaded rod; 110. Moving block; 111. Upper roller; 112. Lower roller; 113. Spring; 114. Bending part; 115. Sloping panel; 116. Limiting plate; 117. Buffer pad. Detailed Implementation

[0028] 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.

[0029] Please see Figure 1-5 A chicken cage feed equalizer includes a front plate 101 and a rear plate 102. The front plate 101 is located inside the chicken feed trough near the poultry. Feed inside the front plate 101 can enter the chicken feed trough from the discharge chute 105. Symmetrically arranged intermediate plates 103 connect the front plate 101 and the rear plate 102, located at both ends, for connecting the front plate 101 and the rear plate 102. The symmetrical intermediate plates 103 are connected to the discharge port of the feed hopper 104. (Reference) Figure 5The overall structure can be referenced from Chinese Utility Model Patent No. 202420588430.9. The discharge port of the hopper 104 is located in the area enclosed by the front plate 101, the rear plate 102, and the middle plate 103. The two sides of the discharge port are connected to the middle plate 103 and move together with the hopper 104. The bottom of the front plate 101 is provided with a discharge groove 105. The two sides of the front plate 101 are provided with parallel sliding grooves 106. The sliding grooves 106 on both sides are parallel. The side of the front plate 101 away from the rear plate 102 is provided with a baffle plate 107. The baffle plate 107 covers the front side of the discharge groove 105. The position and height of the baffle plate 107 control the amount of feed flowing out of the discharge groove 105, thus controlling the amount of feed added. One of the intermediate plates 103 is provided with a flat portion 108. The plane of the flat portion 108 is perpendicular to the axis of the sliding groove 106. A threaded rod 109 is rotatably connected to the flat portion 108. The threaded rod 109 is rotatably connected to the flat portion 108 on the intermediate plate 103. The rotation drives the moving block 110 on the outer wall to move up and down. The moving block 110 is threadedly connected to the outer wall of the threaded rod 109. One end of the moving block 110 passes through the sliding groove 106 and is rotatably connected to the baffle plate 107. When the height of the moving block 110 changes, it will drive the baffle plate 107 to move upward. At this time, the connection point between the moving block 110 and the baffle plate 107 will rotate. The length of the baffle plate 107 should be longer than the distance between the two sliding grooves 106 to avoid the situation of a discharge gap when it is at the top.

[0030] The rear plate 102 is inclined and parallel to the side of the feed trough. The outer sidewall of the chicken feed trough is also inclined. This inclination facilitates the movement of feed from the far end along the inclined surface towards the side where the poultry can eat, making it easier for the poultry to access the feed. An upper roller 111 is rotatably connected to the top of the rear plate 102. The upper roller 111 is used to hang the feeder on the chicken feed trough, preventing the bottom of the feeder from rubbing against the chicken feed trough.

[0031] Compared to traditional, non-adjustable methods controlled by electricity or pneumatics, this system offers convenient and quick control over feed addition, while also saving on electricity consumption. Furthermore, its mechanical structure allows it to withstand harsher operating environments, extending the lifespan of the feed leveler.

[0032] refer to Figure 2 In order to reduce the friction between the rear plate 102 and the chicken feed trough, a lower roller 112 is rotatably connected to the bottom of the side of the rear plate 102 away from the front plate 101. The lower roller 112 is set perpendicular to the rear plate 102 and contacts the plane of the feed trough. This is used to improve the smoothness of the feeder when it moves in the chicken feed trough and reduce friction.

[0033] refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 To enhance the overall support capacity of the rear plate 102, a bent portion 114 is provided at the top of the rear plate 102 away from the front plate 101. The bent portion 114 is located above the chicken feed trough, and the upper roller 111 is located inside the bent portion 114. The upper roller 111 contacts the top of the feed trough. The feeder is hung in the chicken feed trough by the upper roller 111 inside the bent portion 114. Under the action of gravity, the lower roller 112 on the rear plate 102 will contact the chicken feed trough, improving the stability during movement.

[0034] refer to Figure 3 To push uneaten feed in the chicken feeder towards the poultry's feeding area and save feed consumption, the middle plate 103 is inclined at one end away from the rear plate 102, and an inclined panel 115 is connected to the inclined section, so that the end of the inclined panel 115 is inclined towards the rear plate 102. Figure 1 When moving, the inclined panel 115 scrapes the feed off the side wall of the chicken feeder and places it on the bottom wall of the chicken feeder, making it easier for the poultry to eat.

[0035] refer to Figure 3 To reduce the impact force when the feeder moves within the chicken feeder and contacts both ends, a limiting plate 116 is connected to one side of the inclined panel 115. The limiting plate 116 is parallel to both ends of the chicken feeder. A buffer pad 117 is connected to one side of the limiting plate 116. The buffer pad 117 is placed vertically. The buffer pad 117 reduces the impact force when it contacts the inner walls of both ends of the chicken feeder. It should be noted that during normal use, the feeder will not contact the inner walls of both sides of the chicken feeder. Contact would cause the chicken feeder to vibrate, affecting its stability. The buffer pad 117 serves to reduce the impact.

[0036] refer to Figure 4 To improve the stability of the movable block 110, the movable block 110 and the flat surface 108 are connected by a spring 113. The spring 113 is in a compressed state and has the function of pushing the movable block 110 downward, which improves the convenience of rotating the threaded rod 109.

[0037] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the material distributor installed at the discharge port of the feed hopper 104.

[0038] In this embodiment, the feed in the hopper 104 is discharged into the feed equalizer through the discharge port. The feed is located in the area enclosed by the front plate 101, rear plate 102, and middle plate 103. The feed is discharged into the chicken feed trough through the discharge chute 105 on one side of the feed equalizer. To accommodate the feeding needs of different poultry, the height of the baffle plate 107 is adjusted by rotating the threaded rod 109. The feed located in the area enclosed by the front plate 101, rear plate 102, and middle plate 103 will enter the chicken feed trough through the discharge chute 105. When the feed equalizer moves, the inclined plate 115 on one side will scrape the feed located on the inner wall of the chicken feed trough, causing it to fall to the bottom wall for the poultry to eat.

[0039] The above embodiments are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model and should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this utility model. Any non-substantial changes and substitutions made by those skilled in the art based on this utility model shall fall within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

Claims

1. A chicken coop feed mixer, characterized by: The device includes a front plate (101) and a rear plate (102), with symmetrically arranged intermediate plates (103) connecting the front plate (101) and the rear plate (102). The symmetrically arranged intermediate plates (103) are connected to the discharge port of the hopper (104). The bottom of the front plate (101) is provided with a discharge groove (105), and parallel sliding grooves (106) are provided on both sides of the front plate (101). The side of the front plate (101) away from the rear plate (102) is provided with... There is a baffle plate (107), and a flat part (108) is provided on one of the intermediate plates (103). The plane of the flat part (108) is perpendicular to the axis of the sliding groove (106). A threaded rod (109) is rotatably connected to the flat part (108). A moving block (110) is threadedly connected to the outer wall of the threaded rod (109). One end of the moving block (110) passes through the sliding groove (106) and is rotatably connected to the baffle plate (107). The rear plate (102) is inclined and parallel to the side of the feed trough, and an upper roller (111) is rotatably connected to the top of the rear plate (102).

2. A feed mill for a chicken cage according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the rear plate (102) away from the front plate (101) is rotatably connected to a lower roller (112), and the lower roller (112) is in contact with the plane of the feed trough.

3. A feed mill for a chicken cage according to claim 2, characterized in that: The top of the rear plate (102) is provided with a bent portion (114) away from the front plate (101), and the upper roller (111) is located inside the bent portion (114) and the upper roller (111) is in contact with the top of the feed trough.

4. A feed mill for a chicken cage according to claim 3, characterized in that: The middle plate (103) is inclined at one end away from the rear plate (102), and an inclined panel (115) is connected to the inclined part.

5. A feed mill for a chicken cage according to claim 4, characterized in that: A limiting plate (116) is connected to one side of the inclined panel (115), and a buffer pad (117) is connected to one side of the limiting plate (116), and the buffer pad (117) is placed vertically.

6. A feed mill for a chicken cage according to claim 1, characterized in that: The movable block (110) and the flat surface (108) are connected by a spring (113).

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