(under subclass 280) Processes and apparatus for feeding tobacco not specifically provided for elsewhere. These devices usually are for the purpose of securing a uniform feed of granular tobacco to a cigar or cigarette machine.
(1) Note. For mere hopper discharging, see the search notes below.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
31, 38-44, 60-69, 79, 81.1, and 280+, for tobacco feeding in combination with cigar and cigarette making organizations.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS
198, Conveyors: Power-Driven,
329, 540+, 550.01+, for mere hopper discharging, 222, Dispensing,