Patents by Inventor James E. Kirchhofer

James E. Kirchhofer 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: 4216742
    Abstract: A multi-tiered feed device for animals including generally vertically spaced first and second feed stations. Each of the feed stations includes a pan and a top enclosure secured to the pan. A first feed conduit supplied with animal feed is provided and extends into the first feed station and is positioned over and above an aperture in the bottom of the pan. A second feed conduit is also provided which is positioned beneath the aperture and extends into the second feed station above the bottom of the pan and is connected to the first feed station. The feed stations are each mounted on their respective feed conduits. A multi-tiered cage completely surrounding the first and second feed stations is also provided which is divided into an upper and lower tier.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 15, 1978
    Date of Patent: August 12, 1980
    Assignee: A. R. Wood Manufacturing Company
    Inventor: James E. Kirchhofer