Patent ID: 6474372
Filing Date: 2002-11-05
Classification: B29B,B65B,G01G,G05D

Abstract:
Apparatus for combining different flowable materials into batches in predetermined proportions by weight comprising a plurality of bulk material supply stations, a plurality of weighing hoppers, and a plurality of conveyors extending between the bulk material supply stations and the weighing hoppers, wherein the weighing hoppers have an upper end for receiving material from the conveyors, and a discharge end, the weighing hoppers being grouped together in close proximity, outwardly arranged side walls of the group of weighing hoppers sloping inwardly and downwardly, so that material emerging from the discharge ends is directed along convergent discharge paths, the weighing hoppers each comprising a hinged discharge door over which in the open position the material flows thereby forming part of the convergent discharge path.