US3651966A
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Cane grab for windrow loader
Assignee: Cane Machinery and Engineering Co Inc
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Filing: 1970-06-11
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Granted: 1972-03-28
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Expires: 1990-06-11
Abstract
Abstract For Windrow Cane in which the cut canes are haphazardly deposited on the flat field (there being no hills). The suspending mechanism for the grab is mounted to rotate on the upper boom about a substantially vertical axis whereby the grab jaws may be made to open lengthwise or crosswise of the vehicle on which the cut canes are deposited for transfer to the sugar house.
Inventors
- 👤 Harold A Willett
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 17:36
CPC Classifications
B; B66; B66C; B66C3/00; B66C3/14; B66C3/16
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
154 words
A cane grab and loader for windrowed cane comprising a boom, an open forked end on said boom, a cross pin journaled in said forked end proximate the open end of said fork, a first elongated plate having upstanding lugs secured thereto; said lugs being secured to the cross pin, a complemental elongated plate spaced from said first plate by a bushing, a grab cap plate for supporting the grab, pivot means passing through said elongated plates, bushing and cap plate, a rotary drive pivot secured to said cap plate proximate one corner thereof, a cylinder and ram assembly pivoted at one end to said elongated plates and positioned therebetween and to said rotary drive pivot at the other end to cause said grab cap plate to rotate about said pivot, a cane grab secured beneath said grab cap plate and means for opening and closing said grab for picking up and discharging cane.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
154 words
A cane grab and loader for windrowed cane comprising a boom, an open forked end on said boom, a cross pin journaled in said forked end proximate the open end of said fork, a first elongated plate having upstanding lugs secured thereto; said lugs being secured to the cross pin, a complemental elongated plate spaced from said first plate by a bushing, a grab cap plate for supporting the grab, pivot means passing through said elongated plates, bushing and cap plate, a rotary drive pivot secured to said cap plate proximate one corner thereof, a cylinder and ram assembly pivoted at one end to said elongated plates and positioned therebetween and to said rotary drive pivot at the other end to cause said grab cap plate to rotate about said pivot, a cane grab secured beneath said grab cap plate and means for opening and closing said grab for picking up and discharging cane.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1975-03-28 | 1975-09-27 | 1976-03-28 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-03-28 | 1979-09-27 | 1980-03-28 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-03-28 | 1983-09-27 | 1984-03-28 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |