Linamar has patented a product distribution system for air seeders, featuring furrow openers, product distributors with seed containers and delivery conduits, a seed meter apparatus, and a seed product dispenser. This system ensures precise seed distribution across the implement frame. GlobalData’s report on Linamar gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Linamar, Battery pack swapping was a key innovation area identified from patents. Linamar's grant share as of April 2024 was 63%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Product distribution system for air seeder with furrow openers
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11930735B2) discloses a product distribution system designed for an air seeder. The system includes a plurality of furrow openers and product distributors mounted on the implement frame of the air seeder. Each product distributor consists of a seed container, seed delivery conduits, a seed meter apparatus, and a seed product dispenser. The product distributors are strategically spaced across the width of the implement frame, ensuring efficient distribution of seeds.
Furthermore, the system incorporates features such as a pressurized air source to direct air streams through the seed delivery conduits, a fertilizer product tank with a metering apparatus for dispensing fertilizer, and a unique seed metering apparatus with rotatable augers for precise seed distribution. The system also allows for the simultaneous distribution of seeds and fertilizer through separate conduits, enhancing the overall efficiency of the planting process. Overall, the patented product distribution system offers a comprehensive solution for optimizing the distribution of seeds and fertilizers in agricultural settings, improving productivity and yield potential for farmers utilizing air seeders.
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