Non-parallel four-bar linkage for suspending an agricultural implement header

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 7958707
APP PUB NO 20100192534A1
SERIAL NO

12760081

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A suspension system for agricultural implements having at least one floating head using a four-bar linkage and permitting the floating head to accommodate variations in ground surface elevation in a lateral or transverse direction. By permitting the floating head to float, a more consistent cutting height is realized when ground surface elevation varies in a transverse direction. A main frame is provided to which the ground engaging wheels are attached. A sub-frame is connected to the main frame via the four-bar linkage and the linkage arms of the four-bar linkage are not parallel to one another as viewed from above. The linkage arms of the four-bar linkage are pivotally attached to the main frame and sub-frame by spherical bearings.

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  • VERMEER MANUFACTURING COMPANY

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Bentzinger, Rustin V Pella, US 19 265
Bollinger, Shane A Leighton, US 32 170
Thompson, Kent L Otley, US 36 341

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