Patents Assigned to Ramsay Highlander, Inc.
  • Patent number: 7308781
    Abstract: A harvester capable of alternate configurations for bulk and tote loading. In a tote loading configuration, harvested produce is moved along a main conveyor, elevated to a raised conveyor area, packed into totes, and the packed totes are then moved onto a lower conveyor for further transport. In a bulk loading configuration, the harvested produce is transported along the main conveyor, to a raised conveyor area, and are then lifted using an elevator for placement into a bulk bin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 2, 2005
    Date of Patent: December 18, 2007
    Assignee: Ramsay Highlander, Inc.
    Inventors: Frank J. Maconachy, David Offerdahl, Jose Luis Garcia, Sr.
  • Patent number: 6997194
    Abstract: An improved self-propelled harvester. The self-propelled harvester passes through a field to be harvested, while laborers place produce on a conveyor belt thereon. The produce is passed through a washing station, where it is preferably exposed to sideward and downward spray. Thereafter, the produce is transported upward along an elevator belt assembly, toward a trailer. The elevator belt assembly preferably has a plurality of flights located on rods positioned between side belts. The rods are spaced sufficiently so that leaves, debris and excess water can readily pass therethrough.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 14, 2006
    Assignee: Ramsay Highlander, Inc.
    Inventor: Frank J. Maconachy