NZ525839A - A gate with at least one peripheral member having a parallel member at a spaced location and wherein the in-fill does not extend beyond this inner parallel member thus allowing some adjustability of suspension or fastening apparatus location. - Google Patents

A gate with at least one peripheral member having a parallel member at a spaced location and wherein the in-fill does not extend beyond this inner parallel member thus allowing some adjustability of suspension or fastening apparatus location.

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NZ525839A
NZ525839A NZ52583903A NZ52583903A NZ525839A NZ 525839 A NZ525839 A NZ 525839A NZ 52583903 A NZ52583903 A NZ 52583903A NZ 52583903 A NZ52583903 A NZ 52583903A NZ 525839 A NZ525839 A NZ 525839A
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Wayne Alan Coleman
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A gate assembly for controlling the movement of farm animals including an outer frame capable of receiving gate attachments and a least one barrier is disclosed. The barrier is connected to at least one spacer which separates the barrier from a portion of the outer frame to which at least one of the gate attachments are to be attached. The configuration of the outer frame and the at least one spacer are such that the gate attachment are able to move freely with respect to the outer frame without interference from the barrier.

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<div class="application article clearfix" id="description"> <p class="printTableText" lang="en">52 <br><br> 39 <br><br> PATENTS FORM NO. 5 <br><br> Fee No. 4: $250.00 <br><br> PATENTS ACT 1953 COMPLETE SPECIFICATION <br><br> After Provisional No: 525839 Dated: 12 May 2003 <br><br> AGATE <br><br> We, Franklin Machinery Limited, of 37 Subway Road, Pukekohe, Auckland, <br><br> New Zealand, a New Zealand Company do hereby declare the invention for which we pray that a patent may be granted to us, and the method by which it is to be performed to be particularly described in and by the following statement: <br><br> Intellectual Property Office of NZ <br><br> 1 James &amp; Wells ref: 122047/16 <br><br> 20 MAY 2004 <br><br> receive <br><br> AGATE <br><br> TECHNICAL FIELD <br><br> This invention relates to a gate. <br><br> In particular, this invention relates to a gate for use for controlling the movement of 5 animals through a passageway, though it should be appreciated gates may be used in a number of different applications and as such this should not be seen as a limitation. <br><br> BACKGROUND ART <br><br> A wide range of gate assemblies are used to control the movement of animals. <br><br> 10 Gates are normally a rectangular shape, having an outer perimeter frame enclosing a barrier from a series of bars, a wire mesh or solid infill panel. <br><br> In use, two hinges are usually attached to the outer perimeter at one end of the gate, allowing the gate to be easily hung and pivoted around a post at one side of the animal passageway. The other end of the gate may have a securing 15 mechanism for latching the gate, thus controlling the movement of animals through the passageway. <br><br> In many situations a user will prefer an infill gate, for example in animal pens or stockyards. By having some sort of infill such as a panel the gate provides a visual barrier to animals, preventing animals from seeing each other and when separated, 20 becoming agitated, thus resulting in the animals moving more predictably in the yards. <br><br> When infill gates are manufactured, the hinges are usually attached to the outer perimeter bar first, with the infill added later and accommodating the hinges. As a <br><br> 2 <br><br> James &amp; Wells ref: 122047/16 <br><br> consequence however, it is difficult for the end user to readjust the hinges from the factory settings once the infill has been fitted. <br><br> This makes it difficult for a user to fit a gate to gudgeons on an existing gateway, or even to conveniently fit the gudgeon spacings on a new gateway. <br><br> 5 Many bar gates also have horizontal bars which also impede the movement of hinges and restrict their adjustment by the end user. <br><br> Vertical bar gates ware known, which allow a degree of adjustment to gate attachments. However, the distance between the outer frame and the bar infill is not adjustable, thus potentially restricting the ability of a user to alter the hinge 10 position. The lack of adjustability also prevents flexibility in applications such as creepage grazing. <br><br> In some instances a farmer may wish to control the passage of animals to allow preferential grazing to some stock whilst excluding others. <br><br> One example of this technique is the use of "creepage grazing", where it is 15 desirable for new lambs to be able to pass through a barrier onto more suitable pasture, whilst excluding adult sheep. <br><br> Commonly a farmer will rely on a lamb's size and ability to pass underneath a wire fence in order to access the pasture. However, such a passage is difficult to control and depending on the variations in the topography of the land, may 20 alternately exclude lambs from the pasture or permit access by adult sheep. <br><br> All references, including any patents or patent applications cited in this specification are hereby incorporated by reference. No admission is made that any reference constitutes prior art. The discussion of the references states what their authors assert, and the applicants reserve the right to challenge the accuracy and <br><br> 3 <br><br> James &amp; Wells ref: 122047/16 <br><br> pertinency of the cited documents. It will be clearly understood that, although a number of prior art publications are referred to herein, this reference does not constitute an admission that any of these documents form part of the common general knowledge in the art, in New Zealand or in any other country. <br><br> 5 It is acknowledged that the term 'comprise' may, under varying jurisdictions, be attributed with either an exclusive or an inclusive meaning. For the purpose of this specification, and unless otherwise noted, the term 'comprise' shall have an inclusive meaning - i.e. that it will be taken to mean an inclusion of not only the listed components it directly references, but also other non-specified components 10 or elements. This rationale will also be used when the term 'comprised' or 'comprising' is used in relation to one or more steps in a method or process. <br><br> It is an object of the present invention to address the foregoing problems or at least to provide the public with a useful choice. <br><br> Further aspects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent 15 from the ensuing description which is given by way of example only. <br><br> DISCLOSURE OF INVENTION <br><br> According to one aspect of the present invention there is provided a gate assembly including, <br><br> an outer frame capable of receiving gate attachments, and 20 a barrier characterised in that the barrier is connected to at least one adjustable spacer which separates the barrier from a portion of the outer frame to which the gate attachments are to be <br><br> 4 <br><br> James &amp; Wells ref: 122047/16 <br><br> attached, <br><br> and wherein the configuration of the outer frame and spacer are such that the attachments are able to move freely with respect to the outer frame without interference from the barrier. <br><br> 5 The term "gate assembly" should be taken to mean any assembly that includes a structure which can be swung, lowered, or otherwise used to control movement of animals through a passageway. <br><br> The term "barrier" should be taken to mean a structure to obstruct or impede the passage of animals through the gate. <br><br> 10 The term "spacer" should be taken to mean a component which separates the barrier from the outer frame of the gate, thereby providing a space in which the gate attachments are able to be readily adjusted without interference from the barrier. <br><br> Reference throughout this specification will in general also be made to a gate 15 assembly provided in accordance with the present invention including a single spacer only. However, those skilled in the art should appreciate that other implementations of gate assemblies may include a plurality of spacers if required. Furthermore, such spacers may be located in a number of variable positions within the gate assembly again if required. <br><br> 20 The term "gate attachments" should be taken to mean any attachments which may be attached to a gate, such as hinges, latch attachments and so forth. <br><br> The term "connected to" should be taken to describe the interaction between the barrier and the spacer, wherein the barrier may be connected either directly or indirectly to the spacer. <br><br> 5 <br><br> James &amp; Wells ref: 122047/16 <br><br> Preferably the frame and at least one barrier may at least partially enclose an area in the formation of the gate assembly required. In such instances the barrier may form a continuous extension which is used to close off the area defined and preferably enclosed by the frame and any spacers provided. <br><br> 5 Preferably a spacer may form a perimeter edge of the barrier. <br><br> Preferably at least a portion of the barrier may be connected to the outer frame. <br><br> In some embodiments the edge of the barrier may be solid, and integral with the spacer of the present invention. <br><br> In preferred embodiments of the present invention the gate assembly will be used 10 to control the movement of farm animals, though this should not be seen as a limitation. <br><br> The outer frame of the gate is preferably a rectangular shape, constructed of galvanised metal pipe framing for durability. However it should be appreciated that the outer frame could be constructed of any material, such as metal bars, wooden 15 frames, fibreglass, or other such material applicable for use in the construction of gates. <br><br> The gate assembly of the present invention may be provided with or without at least one gate attachment, depending on the requirements of the end-user. Attachments may include but are not limited to hinges, latching mechanisms and 20 so forth. <br><br> Preferably the barrier may provide a visual barrier. This form of the barrier may be visible to animals and provide a deterrent against animals attempting to move through or past the barrier. <br><br> In preferred embodiments of the present invention the barrier may be formed from <br><br> 6 <br><br> James &amp; Wells ref: 122047/16 <br><br> or include wire mesh, which can be lashed to the outer frame of the gate assembly for support. <br><br> Wire mesh is one of the cheapest and easiest methods of forming a barrier, and is commonly attached to the outer frame after attachment of the gate attachments. <br><br> 5 Wire mesh gates offer less wind resistance than panel gates, are lighter and also have less construction and labour costs than typical panel or bar gates. <br><br> In other embodiments of the present invention the barrier may include a substantially solid panel or panels. Such panels may be made from tin, wood, fibreglass or so forth and provide a greater visual barrier than standard bar gates. <br><br> 10 The provision of a visual barrier can be important in the areas such as animal pens and stockyards, preventing animals seeing each other and consequently becoming agitated. <br><br> The provision of a visual barrier prevents or at least substantially reduces animals attempting to bunt their way through the gates to join other animals in the flock or 15 herd, potentially causing problems to the gate assembly or creating a hazard to the farmers. <br><br> Further, if animals are not aware of each other, they generally move more steadily through the stockyards and do not jump as frequently, lowering the risk of injury to the farmer. <br><br> 20 In preferred embodiments the spacer may be sufficiently spaced from the outer frame to allow a latch position to be readily adjusted with respect to the outer frame, without necessarily allowing animals to pass through the gate assembly provided. <br><br> In preferred embodiments of the present invention the spacer is sufficiently spaced <br><br> 7 <br><br> James &amp; Wells ref: 122047/16 <br><br> from the outer frame to allow the gate hinges to be readily adjusted with respect to the outer frame, without allowing animals to pass through. However, this should not be seen as a limitation. <br><br> In preferred embodiments the spacer may be placed near to the latch end of the 5 gate to allow the latch position to be adjusted, or along the lower surface of the gate to allow young lambs to pass beneath. <br><br> Once positioned, the adjustable spacer may be securely and permanently located in a fixed position, providing a support to the barrier. <br><br> In other embodiments the location of the spacer may be adjusted, thereby 10 providing a moveable spacer which allows a farmer to adjust the distance between the spacer and the outer frame. <br><br> When the spacer is set at a distance which allows the ready movement of the gate attachments, the user is able to raise or lower the hinges of the gate to accommodate the spacings of gudgeons on a gate post, whilst preventing 15 livestock, especially lambs, from defeating the barrier of a gate and moving through into another area. <br><br> In other instances it may be desirable to allow preferential grazing to some stock whilst excluding others. <br><br> For example, "creepage grazing" is used to allow young lambs to pass through a 20 barrier onto preferred lamb pasture, whilst excluding adult sheep, thus preventing damage to specialised lamb crops such as kale or turnips, or newly sown pasture by larger sheep. <br><br> Commonly a farmer will rely on a lamb's size and ability to pass underneath a wire fence to access pasture for creepage grazing. However, such a passage is difficult <br><br> 8 <br><br> James &amp; Wells ref: 122047/16 <br><br> to control and depending on the variations in the topography of the land, may alternately exclude lambs from the pasture or permit access by adult sheep. <br><br> In the present invention, the spacer may be distanced from the outer frame at either end and/or along at least part of the bottom edge of the gate when in use, 5 allowing smaller animals such as lambs to pass through, whilst blocking the passage of larger animals such as adult sheep. <br><br> The spacer may be made adjustable by the connections at the top and or bottom or the spacer, such as adjustable clamps, screws, or any such mechanism as known in the art. <br><br> 10 In other embodiments where the edge of the barrier defines the spacer, the distance between the spacer and the outer frame may be adjusted by sliding two or more panels with respect to each other. <br><br> In instances where the barrier is wire mesh, the gate assembly may include some kind of tensioning device to alter the tension on the wire mesh while adjusting the 15 position of the spacer. <br><br> Infill gates are preferred over standard bar gates in many agricultural and domestic situations. However, the infill usually abuts the hinges of the gate, making it difficult for the end user to adjust the position of the hinges from the factory settings, to fit the spacings of gudgeons on an existing gateway, or to easily fit the 20 gudgeon spacings on a new gateway. <br><br> The present invention thus provides a spacer associated with the barrier of a gate allowing any gate attachments to move freely with respect to the outer frame without interference from the barrier, allowing ready adjustment of hinges as desired. <br><br> 9 <br><br> James &amp; Wells ref: 122047/16 <br><br> The spacer may also be used to attach the infill of the gate at the hinge end, while the existing top, bottom and gate latch frames are used as attachments for the infill for the other sides of the gate. <br><br> In other embodiments there may be provided at least one other spacer, preferably 5 towards the opposing end of the gate to allow the adjustment of other components of the gate assembly, or to better allow creepage grazing to occur. <br><br> Whilst other variations of gates are available wherein the hinges are adjustable, the distance between the infill and the outer frame is not adjustable. Further, such gates are generally bar gates, which are heavier and require more construction 10 and labour than standard mesh or panel gates, making such gates more expensive. <br><br> BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS <br><br> Further aspects of the present invention will become apparent from the following description which is given by way of example only and with reference to the 15 accompanying drawings in which: <br><br> Figure 1 shows a plan view of one preferred embodiment of the present invention. <br><br> BEST MODES FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION <br><br> With respect to Figure 1, there is provided a rectangular shaped gate (1) having an 20 outer perimeter frame (2) comprised of metal pipe. The gate has two hinges at one end and a gate latch at the opposing end for hanging and latching the gate respectively to supporting posts (not shown). <br><br> During construction of the gate (1) the hinges (3) are able to be attached to the outer perimeter vertical bar. A vertical spacer (4) is attached approximately 50 mm <br><br> 10 <br><br> James &amp; Wells ref: 122047/16 <br><br> inside and parallel to the existing vertical outer frame (5). Netting mesh (6) can then be attached to the vertical spacer (4) to create an animal barrier while the remainder of the outer frame (2) is used as the attachments for the wire mesh (6). <br><br> Such a configuration allows the gate attachments (3) to be moved freely with respect to the outer frame (2) without interference from the wire mesh (6). <br><br> Aspects of the present invention have been described by way of example only and it should be appreciated that modifications and additions may be made thereto without departing from the scope thereof as defined in the appended claims. <br><br> 11 <br><br> James &amp; Wells ref: 122047/16 <br><br></p> </div>

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<div class="application article clearfix printTableText" id="claims"> <p lang="en"> Intellectual Property Office of N.2.<br><br> WHAT WE CLAIM IS: 2 3 AUG 200^<br><br> RECEIVED<br><br>
1. A gate assembly including,<br><br> an outer frame capable of receiving gate attachments, and at least one barrier characterised in that the barrier is connected to at least one spacer which separates the barrier from a portion of the outer frame to which at least one of said gate attachments are to be attached,<br><br> and wherein the configuration of the outer frame and said at least one spacer are such that gate attachments are able to move freely with respect to the outer frame without interference from the barrier.<br><br>
2. A gate assembly as claimed in claim 1 wherein the gate assembly is used to control the movement of farm animals.<br><br>
3. A gate assembly as claimed in any previous claim wherein a spacer forms a perimeter edge of the barrier.<br><br>
4. A gate assembly as claimed in any previous claim wherein the barrier forms a continuous extension closing an area at least partially enclosed by the frame and said at least one spacer.<br><br>
5. A gate assembly as claimed in any previous claim wherein the barrier includes wire mesh.<br><br>
6. A gate assembly as claimed in claim 5 wherein the gate assembly includes a tensioning device to alter the tension on the wire mesh.<br><br> 12<br><br> James &amp; Wells ref: 122047/16<br><br>
7.<br><br> A gate assembly as claimed in any previous claim wherein at least a portion of the barrier is connected to the outer frame.<br><br>
8. A gate assembly as claimed in any previous claim wherein the spacer is sufficiently spaced from the outer frame to allow a latch position to be readily adjusted with respect to the outer frame, without allowing livestock animals to pass through.<br><br>
9. A gate assembly as claimed in any previous claim wherein the spacer is sufficiently spaced from the outer frame to allow the gate hinges to be readily adjusted with respect to the outer frame, without allowing livestock animals to pass through.<br><br>
10. A gate assembly as claimed in any previous claim wherein said at least one spacer is moveable with respect to the outer frame.<br><br>
11. A gate assembly as claimed in claim 10 wherein the distance between the spacer and the outer frame is adjustable by adjusting the position of the barrier.<br><br>
12. A gate assembly as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 9 wherein said at least one spacer is located in the fixed position with respect to the outer frame.<br><br>
13. A gate assembly as claimed in any previous claim wherein the gate assembly includes a plurality of spacers.<br><br>
14. A gate assembly as claimed in any previous claim wherein the outer frame of the gate is constructed of galvanised metal pipe.<br><br>
15. A gate assembly as claimed in any previous claim wherein the barrier is substantially opaque.<br><br> Intellectual Property Office of N.Z,<br><br> 2 3 AUG 200^<br><br> RECEIVED<br><br> 13 James &amp; Wells ref: 122047/16<br><br>
16. A gate assembly as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 15 wherein the barrier includes at least one substantially solid panel.<br><br>
17. A gate assembly as claimed in any previous claim wherein the gate assembly includes at least one gate attachment.<br><br>
18. A gate assembly substantially as herein described with reference to and as illustrated by figure 1.<br><br> END OF CLAIMS<br><br> Intellectual Property Office of N.Z.<br><br> 2 3 AUG 2004<br><br> R E C EIV F n<br><br> 14<br><br> James &amp; Wells ref: 122047/16<br><br> </p> </div>
NZ52583903A 2003-05-12 2003-05-12 A gate with at least one peripheral member having a parallel member at a spaced location and wherein the in-fill does not extend beyond this inner parallel member thus allowing some adjustability of suspension or fastening apparatus location. NZ525839A (en)

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