Patent ID: 8925289
Filing Date: 2015-01-06
Classification: A61D,B29C,B29K,B29L

Abstract:
1. A machine for filling artificial insemination straws with semen, comprising: a hopper configured to store empty straws; a straw-filling station; a transport device provided with elements configured to receive and hold the straws, wherein the transport device is configured to convey straws taken from the hopper and to present the straws taken from the hopper to the filling station, wherein the machine is adapted for processing at least two categories of straws having different diameters, wherein said elements are subdivided into at least two distinct series which can be selectively employed, the elements of one of the two series conforming to adapt to large-diameter straws and the elements of the other of the two series conforming to adapt to small-diameter straws, wherein said transport device is an endless transporter having the elements of both of the at least two series; and a control and command circuit configured to initiate use of the elements of one of the one and the other of the two series while the elements of the other of the one and the other of the two series are inactive during conveyance of the straws.