Moisture sensing device for grain handling

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9719974
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14031121

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A moisture sensing device having an elongated chute with an open top and a gate at the bottom. The gate is connected to an actuator for opening and closing the gate. A proximity sensor is mounted to the chute adjacent the gate to detect whether the gate is open or closed. Connected to and extending into the chute is a moisture sensor. The moisture sensor, proximity sensor, and actuator are all connected to a controller.

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SUKUP MANUFACTURING CO1555 255TH STREET SHEFFIELD IA 50475

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Giddings, Graham Sheffield, US 6 7
Hartwig, Kerry Iowa Falls, US 8 24
Koch, Matthew R Clear Lake, US 1 1
Meier, Mitchell Mason City, US 1 1

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