Patent ID: 6712690
Filing Date: 2004-03-30
Classification: A01K,F24F

Abstract:
A portable system for ventilating a livestock confinement facility, the system comprising:a base adapted for being towed behind a prime mover, the base having a front for positioning toward the prime mover when being towed by the prime mover and a rear for positioning away from the prime mover when towed by the prime mover; ground engaging means for supporting the base frame in a manner permitting movement of the base over the ground; a fan assembly mounted on the base and having an impeller for creating an air flow, the fan assembly being configured to direct the air flow towards the rear of the base and away from the prime mover when the base is being towed by the prime mover; and power transfer means for rotating the impeller of the fan assembly, the power transfer means being connectable to and drivable by a power take off apparatus of the prime mover.