A device for injecting a liquid into a bale

Abstract

A device for injecting a liquid into a bale, wherein the device comprises: at least one injection spike for insertion into the bale and the spike having a fluid passage therethrough; a frame for supporting the bale; a retractable bar for rigidly securing the spike on; a fluid feed pump for injecting a fluid into the bale from a fluid source through the fluid passage of the spike; where the spike comprises a terminal aperture at a bale contact end; and further comprises a side aperture toward the bale contact end; wherein when in use, a hydraulic ram mounted above the bar, which the ram is adapted to actuate and apply downward compressive pressure on the bar and spike when in use; where the spike is rigidly secured on the bar and are adapted to inject liquid into the bale before the hydraulic ram retracts.

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