Automatic start / stop controls for agricultural load and transfer equipment

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9763389
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14743020

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A scale controller system and method of using the system is disclosed. The scale controller is adapted for use with a grain cart or similar implement that includes a discharge opening and conveyor. The system includes a scale and a plurality of sensors that work together to automate numerous functions that are typically performed manually. For example, the present invention discloses a system that automatically records the amount of material loaded or unloaded by continuously monitoring the load on a scale and the RPMs of a power take-off shaft that drives a conveyor.

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DIGI-STAR LLC790 WEST ROCKWELL AVENUE FORT ATKINSON WI 53538

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Bump, Jerome Fort Atkinson, US 6 94
Gerdman, Shawn W Delphos, US 2 10
Johansen, Steven L Waterford, US 9 113
Schlimgen, Ronald J Shell Rock, US 53 274
Van, Mill Michael D Shell Rock, US 77 589

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