Patent ID: 6016767
Filing Date: 2000-01-25
Classification: A01K,Y02A

Abstract:
A floating feeding installation comprisinga module having a downwardly directed frusto-conical middle portion defining at least one silo for receiving feedstuff, said silo having an upwardly opening intake at an upper end for receiving feedstuff and an outlet in a lower end for discharging feedstuff;a feedstuff transfer hold below said outlet of said silo;a vertical shaft disposed centrally of and within said module and above said feedstuff transfer hold;a conveyor pipe extending upwardly from said feedstuff transfer hold and within said vertical shaft for communication with a transport hose for delivering feedstuff to a fish pen; andremotely controlled dosing equipment in said feedstuff transfer hold for dosing feedstuff from said outlet of said silo into said conveyor pipe.