Patents by Inventor William F. Casey

William F. Casey 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).

  • Automated feed grain processing apparatus and method
    Patent number: 5598770
    Abstract: An automated process is provided for controlling process parameters, such as moisture content and grain feed rate, in a grain processing system. Control of process parameters may be provided by an automatic control system which receives signals from input devices, such as moisture sensors, and generates signals to control the parameters. The automatic control system may provide control signals that are feedback, feedforward, or a combination of feedback and feedforward control. Grain processing system components may include a grain conveyor, a wetting system, a steam chest, a flaking mill, a livestock pelletizer, and/or a cooler assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 25, 1995
    Date of Patent: February 4, 1997
    Assignee: Cactus Feeders, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas S. Campbell, Ken W. Ridenour, William F. Casey