Louis M. Haas - Newark CA Joy L. Williams - Newark CA Boyd E. Smith - Fremont CA
Assignee:
Cargill, Incorporated - Minneapolis MN
International Classification:
B67B 726 B65G 6534
US Classification:
222 835
Abstract:
A method and apparatus are provided for dispensing material from a bulk bag wherein the bag is supported from below by a cradle having a central opening through which material from the bag may pass. An overhead support is employed to prevent the bag from collapsing downwardly as the bag empties. The apparatus includes a discharge assembly positioned beneath the opening and extending generally downwardly therefrom for receiving material from the bag and directing the material to a desired location.