Patents by Inventor Jacob Hurnik

Jacob Hurnik has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 5809937
    Abstract: A farrowing crate is disclosed. The farrowing crate includes an end support and an opposed end support. Back and front portions extend therebetween. Back and front portions includes top and bottom rails and a plurality of bowed bars extending therebetween. Back and front portions include an arcuate section and a straight longitudinal section. The curvature of the bowed bars vary along the length of the back and front portions. The curvature of bowed bars increases as they approach the arcuate section. The curvature of bowed bars decreases as they approach support members. The farrowing crate of the present invention provides enough space for the sow to turn around 360.degree., this allows the sow to visually monitor her piglets in all directions and allows her to change posture more easily. The farrowing crate provides adequate room for the sow to stand and lie down comfortably when she is aligned along the diagonal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 11, 1996
    Date of Patent: September 22, 1998
    Assignee: J.K. Reid Manufacturing & Sales Ltd.
    Inventors: Jaromir Frank Hurnik, Jacob Hurnik