Self-feeder (Noun)
Meaning
A machine that automatically provides a supply of some material; "the feeder discharged feed into a trough for the livestock".
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The factory implemented a self-feeder that automatically loaded raw materials into the manufacturing process, streamlining production.
- A self-feeder was installed at the farm to distribute feed to the chickens at regular intervals, reducing labor costs.
- The textile mill used a self-feeder to replenish thread on the looms, increasing productivity and efficiency.
- In the woodworking shop, a self-feeder ensured a constant supply of wood scraps for the lathe, minimizing downtime.
- The 3D printer came equipped with a self-feeder that automatically loaded spools of filament, allowing for continuous printing.