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IMPORTANT
Becaus* of the great change in the cost of all materials used
m the manufacture of our goods, we are compelled to cancel aO
prices shown m this catalog.
See your Louden dealer or write to us for latest prices.
JOHNA.SEAVERNS
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CATALOG 4I-H
LOUDEN
HAY UNLOADING TOOLS
BARN DOOR HANGERS
SPECIALTIES
COPYRIGHTED BY LOUDEN MACHINERY COMPANY,
1915
A big sling load going into a barn
in Germany. Louden Hav Tools
are used all over the world.
Waukesha, Wisconsin.
Aug. 11. 1914.
Louden Machinery Company,
Gentlemen:
We harvested I 50 acres of alfalfa in 1913
and 1914. and are the largest alfalfa growers
in Wisconsin. Our engine hoist, slings,
horse forks, tracks, cars, and pulleys are
all Louden hay tools. Goods of other
makes were replaced by Louden make,
because we found Louden goods to be
more durable and convenient.
Durability of haying machinery means
so much to us as we have so much hay to
handle. Good reliable machinery is very
important because one has extra help
around, the weather is warm, and hay
should be handled quickly and easily, and
tools should be made to be handled by
men conveniently, thus saving time, labor,
expense, and worry in taking care of the
hay crop when it is ready for mowing or
stacking. No one can afford to spend the
time for repairs or repairing poorly con-
structed or faulty in operation hay tools.
Yours very truly.
SWARTZ BROS..
Per P. C. S.
I.ourien Grapple Fork lifting a big,
load of bay. Louden Forks nieei
every reguireinent.
_ ._ Carriers and Grapple
Forks are friends of the farmer when big, Boiid,
water shedding stacks are desired.
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The Cornfalfa farms ha\ e Loudin H i\ Tool-^
exclusively. Read the opinions expressed
letter above and write for catalogs.
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INTRODUCTORY
During nearly fifty years of hay tool
manufacture, this company has held to
one determination, and this determina-
tion is the foundation of its success.
We are determined that every Louden
product will go out in working order;
that it will work easily; that it will work
safely ; that it will fulfill every claim made
for it, and more.
It was forty-eight years ago that
William Louden made the first hay car-
riers, and they are still working.
That's quality!
Every day since 1 866 — and most of
these days many hours longer than the hardest working farmer puts
in — William Louden has given every detail of the manufacture his per-
sonal attention. He knows just as surely today that every Louden
product is properly constructed, as he did back in 1867 when he made
Louden carriers alone, by hand.
Our aim is to serve our customers in every way. With this in mind
we established branch houses and distributing points in various parts of
the country. This gives our customers the advantage of quick deliv-
eries and low freight charges. The following are the names and ad-
dresses of the principal houses. Orders may be sent to them or direct
to the factory at Fairfield, Iowa:
THE LOUDEN MACHINERY COMPANY, 2288 University Ave., St. Paul, Minn.
THE LOUDEN MACHINERY COMPANY, 344 Broadway, Albany, N. Y.
THE LOUDEN MACHINERY COMPANY, 303 East Columbia St., Fort Wayne, Ind.
THE LOUDEN MACHINERY COMPANY, Guelph, Ontario (Canadian Branch Factory).
HARBISON MANUFACTURING COMPANY, 1219-21 West Tenth St., Kansas City, Mo.
MILLER-CAHOON COMPANY, Salt Lake City (Murray Station), Utah.
ROYER IMPLEMENT COMPANY, 208 Front St., Portland, Ore.
SPOKANE SEED COMPANY, 906 First Ave., Spokane, Wash.
The number of barns equipped with Louden products runs into mil-
lions and these goods have been sold — not as a result of advertising, not
as a result of a superior selling organization, but as a result of the
sterling worth of Louden quality.
A purchase of Louden hay tools is not an experiment; it is your best
guarantee for satisfaction of service in hay-time — when time is precious.
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CHOOSING HAY UNLOADING TOOLS
While a majority of our friends who receive this catalog are
posted on the subject of Hay Unloading Tools, we believe that
a few words, outlining in a general way the different points to
be considered in choosing an outfit, will be of interest to many.
Kinds of Barns
Barns may be divided into four classes:
1. The Single End Hoist Barn. In this type of barn the
hay is taken into the mow at one end of the barn. (See page 54.)
2. The Double End Hoist Barn. Hay may be taken into
this type of barn from either end of the building. (See page 55.)
3. The Center Drive Barn. This type has a driveway run-
ning through the center; hay is lifted up to the necessary height
and carried into the left or right mow as desired. (See page 52.)
4. The Round Barn. This type of barn requires special
equipment. (See pages 25, 26, 27, and 57 and 58.)
Forks or Slings?
After classifying your barn, the next point to consider is whether you
want to use a Fork or Slings to remove the hay from the wagon. This
must be very largely a matter of individual choice, and a careful reading
of the descriptions of Forks, pages 32 to 34 and of Slings, pages 35
to 38, will help in the solution. Either Forks or Slings can be used in
any type of barn.
The Carrier For You
A Hay Carrier is classified either as a Fork Carrier or Sling Carrier.
A Fork Carrier can, by using our Self-Locking Sling Pulleys (see page
40) be used with Slings and a Sling Carrier can handle Forks, if a Fork
Clevis (see page 39) is attached.
We recommend, that, insofar as possible, a choice be made between
Forks and Slings before choosing a Carrier.
The following short descriptions give an idea of the different carriers:
Junior Fork Carrier
There are more Louden Junior Fork Carriers in use than any other
carrier made. They meet all conditions and requirements
for a fork carrier. They can be used in either center-
drive or end-hoist barn. They can be depended upon
to do their work at all times and under all reasonable
conditions. (See page 6.)
Senior Fork Carrier
This is the strongest Fork
Carrier made and is easy to
operate. It can be used in
Center Drive or End Hoist
barns and is specially recom-
mended where heavy loads
are to be handled. (See
page 8.)
Page Foui
Standard Fork Carrier
This Carrier can be used in any style of barn, but is espe-
cially recommended for use in barns where hay is taken up
at one end of building, or where hay is carried in one direc-
tion only. (See page 10.)
Carry-All Sling Carrier
This Carrier is the heaviest, strongest and easiest working
Sling Carrier manufactured. It is adapted for use in any
style barn. For a large barn where there are large loads of
hay to be mowed the Carry-All will handle half-ton loads
safely, and will not cut or break the fibre of the rope, and will
give satisfaction under all reasonable conditions. (See pagel 2.)
Iowa Sling Carrier
The Iowa Sling carrier is adapted for use in any style barn.
It is not so heavily built as the Carry-All, but for all general
work it gives entire satisfaction. (See page 14.)
Cross Draft Carrier
This carrier can be used in any type of barn but is recom-
mended for barns where hay is taken up in the center. The
carrier works on a new principle — the horse walks away from the
barn to elevate the load and turns back toward the barn to pull
the load back into the mow. This saves one half the travel of
the horse. (See page 18.)
Round Barn Outfit
The special Round Barn Carrier operated with a Louden
Triple Drum Power Hoist makes the most satisfactory outfit for
unloading and mowing hay in a round barn. (See page 25.)
Carriers for Wood Track
Louden Junior Fork Carrier is recommended for use with forks.
(See page 11.) Reversible Sling Carrier is recommended for use
with slings. (See page 1 7.)
Louden Specialties
Louden Barn Door Hangers
Our line of barn door hangers is well known, and our leading
hanger, the Bird-Proof, is the most popular made. (Page 60.)
Louden's Cable Ricker (pages 28-29) is an economical
and satisfactoiy method of stacking hay in the field.
A Louden Power Hoist (pages 21 to 24) will save money
during the haying season if theie is a gasoline
engine or other power on the farm, and will be
of great service whenever a "powerful lift" is
needed.
Louden's Hoisting Singletree is a great
convenience wherever a horse is used for hoist-
ing. (See page 47.)
Louden Hay Rack Clamps enable any
farmer to build a strong, serviceable hay rack
with little expense. (See page 48.)
Louden Combination Rack Irons are
useful when an all-purpose rack is desired, as
it is easily changed for hay, wood, or hogs.
(See page 49.)
Louden Offset Hinge is the best solution
for the gable-end mow door. (See page 47.)
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Louden Junior Hay Fork Carrier — Fig. 430
Illustration shows our
patent End Stop for Lou-
den Double Bead Stee
Track. Two are furnished
with the Junior Carrier.
Fig. 7 is an end view of the upper
frame of all the Louden Swivel Carriers,
showing the great strength. The sides
carrying the wheels are joined together
by two end pieces. These end pieces
have upwardly extending arms (as seen
in cut), which are secured to the sides
above while a bolt holds them together
at the bottom, thus making the strong-
est possible frame, and at the same
time saving space, as all the space taken
up below the track is the thickness
of the end pieCfes. This is a distinc-
tive Louden feature.
The wheel arms are,- thoroughly
braced and will never spread with a
heavy load and let the carrier off the
track.
Trip Block Furnished as
Part of Carrier
Specifications
For use in any style of barn Especially
desirable in barns where hay is unloaded
from a center driveway or at both ends.
Built to operate on Louden Double Bead
steel track.
Can be fitted special to operate on single bead steel track and
other tracks. (See pages 30, 31.)
Diameter of rope wheels, 4 inches
Diameter of track wheels on tread, 2^4 inches.
Bearing surface on track (distance between front and rear
axles), 10^2 inches. Total length of carrier, 13 inches.
Carries fork within 1 2 inches of track.
Frame of carrier of refined malleable iron.
Rope and track wheels special quality gray iron.
Safe working capacity, 1 ,000 pounds.
Three-quarter inch best manilla rope is recommended.
Thirteen-sixteenths or J4 inch rope can be used.
One fork pulley, 1 trip block, 2 end stop blocks, I rope swivel
furnished with carrier. Weight, 25 pounds. Price: $4.33
The Louden Junior is the most popular and the biggest selling
hay fork carrier. Its construction is simple and compact. More of
these carriers are in use in the barns of the country than any other
hay carrier made. For twenty years it has been standard and doing
its work safely and surely on thousands of farms.
This carrier is suitable for use in any style of barn. Where hay
is taken up at the end of building it works easily and smoothly as a
one-way carrier. It is a "Louden swivel" carrier and where hay is
unloaded from a center driveway it is quickly reversed. The pulley
through which draft rope works in the end of the barn is changed
from one end to the other. The carrier can then be swiveled around
by giving a swinging pull on the draft rope. No climbing up to the
carrier necessary. In long barns where hay is unloaded at both ends
the carrier can be changed from one end to the other without changing
a rope or pulley.
The carrier has the wide flaring mouth and the round topped fork
pulley that have made all Louden Carriers popular with hay growers.
The fork pulley never fails to enter the carrier at the proper time.
It is not necessary that the wagon should be directly under the carrier.
The wide flaring mouth receives the round fork pulley no matter from
what angle the fork is drawn and regardless of swinging load or
twisting ropes. No failure, no backing up of the team to make the
second trial.
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Fig. C, 430
Showing the wide
flaring mouth.
Cut A
The end of the
rope is fastened in
the Carrier with
our patent swivel iron knot, as shown
in A. The rope is placed through the
tilting eye S (Fig. C 430), and the
iron knot resting loosely thereon makes
a complete, durable and simple swivel,
which lets all kink and twist out of
the rope.
Louden Junior Hay Fork Carrier — Continued
The end of the rope is fastened in the carrier with our patent swivel
iron knot. (See S in Fig. C 430.) The rope is placed through the tilting
eye S and the iron knot, resting loosely on the eye, makes a complete,
durable and simple swivel. This swivel allows all twists and kinks
of the rope to escape. Many times when a new rope is first put in a
carrier it will twist and kink so badly as to cause delays and
annoyance. Sometimes it is necessary to take the rope out and turn
it end for end. The swivel iron knot with the Louden Junior Carrier
does away with all that trouble.
The rope wheels in the carrier and in the fork pulley are 4 inches in
diameter and are heavy arid strong. The wheels revolve on heavy
malleable iron bushings recessed into the main frame. The short,
heavy bushings sustain the weight of the load while the bolt passing
through holds the frame of the carrier together. The wheels are
perfectly formed and so smooth that the wear on the rope is reduced
to a minimum.
The hook in the fork pulley which carries the fork is attached to the
pulley by a strong swivel connection. Even should the lord of hay
turn around while being raised the ropes will not twist This swivel
hook in the fork pulley makes it practical to set the fork in the hay
at any angle desired.
The grappling hooks in the carrier take a deep grip in the frame of
the fork pulley. They grip the pulley securely, at the same time permitting the pulley to swing freely.
This is of immense advantage as it permits filling the mow up to the track with no risk of breaking the
carrier or the pulley. This also makes it practical to take a large forkful through a small door or over
high beams.
The wheel arms are short and thick, reinforced by wide ribs. The wheels are equally strong; they are
2^4 inches in diameter on tread. The web is directly under the tread where the support is most needed.
The track wheels operate on large, heavy axles, three-fourths of an inch in diameter, flared at the shoulders
to give additional strength and prevent the wheels from binding on the frame. The track wheels and
axles are milled true, insuring little wear. On special orders this carrier can be equipped with eight wheels
and oscillating engine trucks, same as shown with Iowa Sling Carrier, Fig. 821, page 14. A small charge
will be made for this change.
Fig. A-450
Showing Fork Pulley drawn to the
side in carrying load over a high beam
or a nearly filled mow.
Cut w
Cut B
Cut W, represents Louden's improved
Track Wheel, having the web of the wheel
directly under the tread T, which makes
it strong and durable. It also shows the
wheel axles, which are of solid malleable
iron (more durable than steel) rounded out
where it joins the carrier frame, so as to
give it the greatest possible strength.
Cut B shows ho^v the large rope wheels
are protected by shields which makes it
easy on the rope. The bearings are chilled
and run on large malleable bushings recessed
into the sides and bolted through. This
feature is patented.
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F^ FAIRFIELD. IOWA
Rope Wheel for
Louden Senior Hay Fork Carrier — Fig. 1100
Specifications
For use in any
type or size of
barn.
Built regularly
to operate on
Louden Dou-
ble Bead Steel
Track. (See
pages 30 and
3 1 for Track
and Track
Fittings.)
Furnished regular with
manilla rope.
Furnished on special order with Rope Wheel
for wire draft rope.
Diameter of Rope Wheel in carrier and Fork
pulley. 7 inches.
Rope Wheels are roller bearing.
Diameter of Track Wheels on treads 3 inches
Track wheels are not roller bearing.
Bearing surface on track (distance between
front and rear axles), 15 inches.
Total length of carrier, 2 1 inches.
Carries fork within 20 inches of the track.
Frame of carrier of refined malleable iron.
Rope and Track Wheels special quality gray iron
Safe working capacity, 1 ,500 pounds.
J^-inch best Manilla Rope is recommended.
Any size rope from 'i-inch to 1 inch may be used.
One fork Pulley, I Trip Block, and two End Stop
Blocks are furnished with the carrier.
Weight, 34 pounds.
Price: $5.33
Each year there are more and more large
barns built, and each year there is an
increasing demand and necessity for extra
heavy hay-unloading outfits. Hay growers
have been asking for a heavy fork carrier,
a carrier that could be used for handling a
hay fork in the usual way, and that could
also be depended upon to handle extremely
heavy loads when necessary. The needs
and call for such a hay carrier led us to
design and put on market the Senior Hay
Fork Carrier.
This Carrier throughout is built strong
and sturdy and in addition, its mechanism is simple and sure. It has the wide flaring mouth and the
round-topped fork pulley that has been a distinctive feature of Louden Carriers for years. The fork
pulley will never fail to register from whatever angle it may be drawn, and the grappling hooks take a
deep, sure grip on the pulley.
The Louden Senior is a "Louden swivel" frame carrier and is equally efficient whether hay is taken
up from the end of the barn or from a center driveway. When used in a barn having a center drive,
when one end of the barn is filled the pulley at the end of the barn, through which the draft rope passes,
is carried over and hung in place at the other end. When this is done a swinging jerk on the draft
rope from the wagon or ground will reverse the carrier and it will be ready to work in the other end.
The Louden Senior has been tested in our factory under loads weighing 2,300 pounds. Operated
vigorously under this load, the carrier showed no signs of weakness. We guarantee that it will handle
a load weighing 1,500 lbs. continuously and with safety.
The bearing surface on the track — the distance from center to center between front and rear track
wheels — is I 5 inches. This wide bearing distributes the load along a greater surface, making it possible
for the track to carry large loads without strain.
The Rope Wheels of the Senior carrier are roller bearing. This large wheel (7 inches in diameter),
together with the roller bearing, 7-inch fork pulley, reduces friction to a minimum, and makes the hoisting
of the load from wagon much easier than with ap ordinary carrier.
Fig. 523
Illustration shows our patent
End Stop for Louden Double
Bead Steel Track. Two are fur-
nished with the Senior Carrier.
Fig. 1123
Trip Block Furnished as
Part of Carrier
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Louden Senior Hay Fork Carrier — Continued
Showing Swinging Fork Pulley
Loads can be dragged over beams or other obstructions
without endangering carrier.
The Track Wheels are 3 inches in diameter
on tread, are heavy and of great strength. They
are not roller bearing, as it takes very little power
to pull the carrier along the track compared with
the power necessary to hoist the load. Too great
an ease of propelment would be a disadvantage
through the tendency of the carrier to " run away"
when leaving the trip block.
With the Louden Senior Track Carrier the
barn can be filled clear to the track. There is
no danger of breaking any part of the carrier, as
the load can swing back directly behind carrier
when necessary. This feature of the Swinging
Fork Pulley also makes it easy to pull large fork-
fuls through small doors and over high beams
without danger of breakage.
The round top of the Fork Pulley and the
wide flaring mouth of the carrier is a big advant-
age in busy haytime. The wagon can be unloaded
from any angle, not having to stand directly under the carrier, and the Fork Pulley will always register
true. This feature, together with our patented rope swivel, which lets the kinks and twists run out of
the rope while forkful is being hoisted, saves a world of time that is worth many dollars in haytime.
The rope swivel on this carrier is built into the carrier and is a big improvement over any rope swivel
before offered. You simply pass the end of the rope through the swivel and tie a knot in the rope.
With a good, solid knot in the end of the rope, everything is sure to hold, and the swivel works free,
permitting the twist to run out of the rope.
The Locking Dog has a new, distinctive feature, in that it is pivoted by means of a bolt. The Locking
Dog may be easily taken out of the carrier without disturbing any of the other parts.
The Rope Wheel in the Fork pulley is 7 inches in diameter. The outer pulley casing is extra strong as
it has four ribbed spokes and the outer circumference has two heavy ribs running parallel with each other.
These, together with the cross ribs, make an exceedingly strong frame.
The carrier is built for use with any
size of rope ^-inch to 1 inch. We rec-
ommend a ^-inch manilla rope as it is
easier to handle, and costs less than a
larger rope. Some users prefer, ^, ? 8, xf, jof] I / ff
or 1 inch rope, and where a large rope ^^ 11 »/ j
is preferred the new carrier handles it
perfectly. /// / , ifgit
Fig. 7 is an end view of the upper frame of
all the Louden Swivel Carriers, showing the
great strength. The sides carrying the wheels
are joined together by two end pieces A. These
end pieces have upwardly extending arms (as
seen in cut), which are secured to the sides above
while a bolt holds them together at the bottom,
thus making the strongest possible frame, and
at the same time saving space, as all the space
taken up below the track is the thickness of the
end pieces A.
The wheel arms are thoroughly braced and
will never spread with a heavy load and let
the carrier off the track.
Fig. 7
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Louden Standard Fork Carrier Fig. 306
Specifications
For use in any type of barn.
Especially desirable in barns
where hay is unloaded at the end
or is carried in one direction only.
Built only to operate on Louden
Single Bead Steel Track.
Diameter of Rope Wheels. 4 inches.
Diameter of Track Wheels on tread,
23'4 inches.
Bearing surface on track (distance
between rear and front axles)
\0^i inches
Total length of Carrier. 131-^
inches.
Carries Fork within 10 inches of
track.
Frame of Carrier of refined mal-
leable iron.
Rope and Track Wheels special
quality gray iron.
Safe working capacity, 1 ,200
pounds.
Three-Fourths inch best Manilla
Rope is recommended; i^ or jg inch rope can be used.
One Fork Pulley, 1 Trip Block, 2 End Stop Blocks furnished with Carrier.
Weight, 27 pounds.
Price: $4.33
(See pages 30 and 31 for Track and Track Fittings. )
The Standard Carrier, Fig. 306, is our original Steel
Track Fork Carrier. For many years this was our leading
hay carrier. In many localities where this carrier is known
it is still the popular hay carrier and is going into hundreds
of barns every year. It is a carrier about which we never
have a complaint. This is easily understood when the
mechanism of the carrier is examined.
The frame of the carrier is
compact and sturdy. The arms
supporting the wheels are short ^'S- ^"^
and very strong. The grappling
hooks which engage the fork pulley take a deep hold in
the frame of the pulley and tliere is no chance for them
to let go and allow the load to drop back.
With this carrier the fork is carried within 10 inches
of the track. This feature is valuable when it comes
to putting the last loads of hay in the mow or when
taking the load through small doors or over high beams.
The lock is positive and holds the load securely. When leaving the trip there
is no back-lash to make the carrier start with a jump and shake the hay loose.
This carrier has an adjustable stop which can be drawn up by a cord to let the carrier pass without
unlocking. Several of these stops may be used on the same track and all can be drawn up out of the way
except the one in use.
When leaving the factory the carrier is rigged as a one-way carrier for use where hay is carried in only
one direction. By removing two small bolts in the carrier frame it is converted into a reversible carrier
and can be reversed by pulling the draft rope through the carrier and hitching the horse to the opposite
end.
The carrier has the wide flaring mouth and the round-top fork pulley — the big distinguishing feature
found in all Louden Hay Carriers — and the pulley never fails to enter the carrier at the proper time.
Every part of the carrier has been built for service and wear and it can be depended upon to work right
wherever put in service.
Fig. 437 (Caddy)
Illustration shows our pat-
ent End Stop for Louden
Single Bead Steel Track.
Two are furnished with the
Standard Carrier
Fig. 1126
The Adjustable Stop.
One furnished as a
part of each Standard
Carrier.
Standard Carrier has
an Adjustable Stop
which can be drawn up
by a cord to let the Car-
rier pass without unlock-
ing. Several of these
stops may be used on
the same track and all
can be drawn up out of
the way, except the one
in use.
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Louden Junior Hay Fork Carrier for Wood Track
Fig. 441
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Fig. 1127
Trip Block
One furnished with
each Louden Junior
Wood Track Car-
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Fig. 441 (Capital)
Specifications
Operates on 4x4 wood track.
For use in any style of barn.
Diameter of Rope Wheels 4 inches.
Diameter of Track Wheel 3J4 inches.
Bearing surface on track (distance between front and rear axles)
12^*4 inches.
Total length of carrier 16 inches.
Carries fork within 13^2 inches of the track.
Frame of carrier of refined malleable iron.
Rope and Track Wheels special quality gray iron.
Safe working capacity. 1 ,000 pounds.
Three-fourths inch rope, best manilla is recommended.
t6 or J^g inch rope can be used.
One Fork Pulley, 1 Trip Block, 1 Rope Swivel furnished with Carrier.
Weight, 28 pounds.
Price: $4.33
In the past 4x4 Wood Tracks for hay
carriers were installed in a considerable
number of barns. This was when wood
was cheap and steel high in price. At the
present time a wood hay track is rarely
placed in a building. The steel tracks are
as cheap as wood, they occupy less room
and hay carriers work so much easier and
smoother on the steel that it is a mistake
to put wood track in a building.
Where track is already in the building
or where for some special reason it is de-
sired to use a Wood Track, no better carrier
can be put into service than the Louden
Junior Wood Track Carrier.
This carrier is built exactly like the
Louden Junior Fork Carrier for steel track
(Fig. 430, page 6), except it is built to
operate on a 4x4 wood track instead of
on steel track.
The carrier is suitable for use in any
style of barn. Where hay is taken up at
the end of building it works easily and
smoothly as a One-Way Carrier. It is a
Swivel Frame Carrier and in barns having a
center driveway it is easily and quickly re-
versed to work on either side.
The carrier has the wide flaring mouth
and the round top fork pulley of all Louden
carriers. The fork pulley never fails to
enter the carrier at the proper time. The
wide flaring mouth of the carrier receives
the pulley no matter from what angle the
fork is drawn and regardless of swinging
load or twisting ropes.
The grappling hooks in the carrier take a deep grip in the frame of the fork pulley. They grip the
pulley securely, at the same time permitting the pulley to swing freely. This permits the mow to be filled
clear up to the track without danger of breaking the pulley.
The frame of the carrier is of refined malleable iron built sturdy and strong to handle heavy loads.
The members are clamped securely together with bolts; there is no possibility of the frame spreading or
breaking under the strain of heavy loads.
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Louden Carry- All Sling Carrier — Fig. 1103
Specifications
The heaviest and
strongest Hay f
Shng Carrier made.
For use in any type
or size of barn.
Built to operate on
Louden Double
Bead Steel Track.
Diameter of Rope Wheel in carrier, 1 0 inches.
Diameter of Rope Wheel in sling pulleys, 4 inches.
All Rope Wheels are roller bearing.
Diameter of Track Wheels on tread, 3 inches.
Track wheels are not roller bearing.
Bearing surface on track (distance between front and
rear axles), 19,12 inches.
Total length of carrier, 22,^2 inches.
Carries slings within 26 inches of the track.
Frame of carrier of refined malleable iron.
Rope and track wheels special quality gray iron.
Safe working capacity, 2,500 pounds.
Seven-eighths inch best manilla rope is recommended
Any size rope from •*4 inch to I inch can be used.
Two Sling Pulleys, I Trip Block, 2 End Stop Blocks furnished
with each carrier.
Veight, 77 pounds.
Price: $10.00
(See pages 30 and 31 for Track and Track Fittings.)
The Carry-All Hay Sling Carrier, as its name
implies, was built to carry big loads of all kinds of
hay. The importance of the hay crop and its
increasing value from year to year is resulting in a
larger acreage and more tons of hay in all the hay-
growing regions. The necessity of being prepared
to handle the hay with speed and safety when the
weather is right and the hay is right has developed
the need for heavier equipment.
In many of the heavy hay-growing sections
farmers are building larger barns and with roof
construction strong enough to permit an entire
wagon load of hay to be handled at a single lift.
With a desire to furnish a carrier that would do
this work in the big hay barns and at the same
time be suitable for use in the ordinary farm barn
we designed the Carry-All Sling Carrier.
This carrier has been tested under loads weighing
3,200 pounds. It has been tried with horse power,
engine power, and electric power. It has been tried
out in barns of all sizes and under all kinds of conditions. It is
barns and in every test the carrier proved its efficiency, its strength
(Heavy)
already
and its
Fig. 1123
Trip Block for Carry-All
Sling Carrier. One is fur-
nished as a part of each
carrier.
making good in hundreds of
perfect working mechanism.
Non-Wear Rope Lock
The Rope Lock in this carrier is positive and sure. There is no chance for the rope to slip. The lock
will not wear the rope as it grips it evenly. The Rope Lock castings have a bearing of 9 inches on the
rope. They conform to the diameter of the Rope Wheel and when the Rope Lock goes into action engaging
the rope for a distance of 9 inches and bending it around the outside of the Rope Wheel the rope cannot
shp. Handling a dead weight (steel pipe) of 3,200 pounds the rope did not slip the fraction of an inch.
The end of the draft rope is knotted into the cup-shaped rope swivel which rests in the fulcrum lever.
The fulcrum lever exerts a direct pressure on the rope lock. When carrying a load the weight of the load
is held on top of the rope lock. The heavier the load the more securely does the lock hold.
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Non-Wear Rope Lock — Continued
The work of the Rope Lock is supplemented by a ratchet lock on the Rope Wheel. When the Rope
Lock goes into action the ratchet lever drops into place and prevents the Rope Wheel from turning
backward. This aids the Rope Lock and prevents wear on the rope.
Ten-Inch Roller-Bearing Rope Wheel
The Rope Wheel in the Carry-All Carrier is 1 0 inches in
diameter and is roller bearing. This is the largest Rope
Wheel used in any hay carrier and is an important improve-
ment. The large roller-bearing wheel reduces friction and
makes it possible to lift heavier loads with less power.
Also the empty sling can be brought back to the wagon
with less effort and pulling on the ropes than any other
sling carrier.
The frame of the carrier is of the Louden Swivel Type.
The same principle is used in the swivel as in use on all
our swivel carriers. (See Fig. 7, page 9.) It will work
with equal satisfaction and efficency in barns having a
center driveway or where hay is taken up at one end. In
center-drive barns the change from one end to the other is
easily and quickly made. The pulley in one end of the
barn is changed over to the other end; the carrier can then
be swiveled around from the barn floor. No climbing up
to the carrier necessary.
The track wheels are 3 inches in diameter on tread and
are heavy and of great strength. There are eight track
wheels on each carrier working on oscillating "engine
trucks". This distributes the load evenly on the track
and insures that every wheel is going to run true and carry
its share of the load.
The sling pulleys carry the load at right angles to the
track. This is important as the hay is delivered into the
mow just as it comes from the wagon. When the hay is
dropped it spreads out broadly at right angles to the track,
requiring less labor and time to mow it back.
The locking dog in the carrier has a square catch which
engages the trip block bolted to the track. The carrier is
held positively on the trip while the load is being elevated.
When the load is pulled up and the sling pulleys strike the
trip stirrup the carrier automatically releases from the trip,
the rope lock is thrown into action holding the load so it
cannot slip back. When the carrier leaves the trip it runs
easily and steadily and after the hay is dropped in the mow
the carrier is returned to the trip block with scarcely an
effort. (We recommend using a weight return for returning
the empty carrier. See Fig. 529, page 15.)
The Louden Carry-All Hay Sling Carrier, the Louden
Carry-All Hay Sling (see Fig. 984, page 36), and a Louden
Power Hoist (page 21), make the best hay-unloading outfit
ever offered for handling big loads of hay.
Cross Section View and Description of Locking
Mechanism in Carry-All Hay Sling Carrier.
A portion of the frame is broken away to show
the arrangement of the grip to hold the hoisting
rope and prevent the sling load from dropping down
while the carrier is running along the track.
The main things are the Flexible Twin Rope
Grips G, which are centrally pivoted to opposite
ends of a Rocking Bar B, which, in turn, is pivoted
to Lock Lever L (lettered near each end). The
rear end of this lever is pivoted to the rear end of
the carrier frame and its front end is connected to
the Locking Dog D. This dog is only partly shown
and its lower end, which is forked and is pivoted to
opposite sides of the carrier frame about opposite
the Bar B, has its forked ends broken away to show
the pivot arrangement of this bar. The Stop S
prevents the bar from rocking too much.
When the carrier is latched to the stop on the
track the front, or upper end, of the Lever L is
raised, which in turn lifts the rocking Bar B. carry-
ing the Tv/in Rope Grips G away from the rope to
let the empty sling descend to the load. When the
carrier is tripped or unlatched from the stop on
the track the tilting of the Locking Dog D lets the
upper end of the Lever L drop, and this lets the
grips down on the rope. The weight of the load on
the rope has a tendency to draw the rope wheel
back which tightens the grip on the rope. The
wheel, however, cannot move back enough to let
the load drop on account of the grip on the rope
and also the pawl and ratchet.
The advantages of this grip are that it is dou-
ble and nearly twice as long as any other rope
grip in use, which makes it easier on the rope.
It is also doubly pivoted so that no matter what
the size of the rope, or how uneven it may be, from
wear or otherwise, it will always bear fully and
evenly on all parts of the rope, instead of pinch-
ing at one point and being loose at another.
This insures a firm grip on the rope and also
that no part of the rope will be subject to any
severe pinching which would wear it.
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Louden Iowa Sling Carrier Fig. 821
Fig. 523
Illustration shows our patent End
Stop for Double Bead Steel Track.
Two are furnished with each Iowa Sling
Carrier.
Adjustable Trip. Fig. 1128
Illustration shows our patent Adjust-
able Trip. One is furnished with each
Iowa Sling Carrier.
Fig. 1123
Illustration shows Trip Block for
Iowa Sling Carrier. One is furnished as
a part of each Carrier.
Fig. 821 (Chariot)
Specifications
For use in any style of barn.
Built to operate on Louden Double Bead Steel Track.
Diameter of Rope Wheels in carrier and sling pulleys, 4 inches.
Diameter of Track Wheels on tread, 23i4 inches.
Bearing surface on track (distance between front and rear
axles), 14}^ inches.
Total length of carrier, 19J^ inches.
Carries slings within 26 inches of track.
Frame of carrier refined malleable iron.
Rope and Track Wheels special quality gray iron.
Safe working capacity, 2,000 pounds.
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Rope Lock is adjustable to different size ropes.
Three-quarter inch best manilla rope is recommended
Illustration shows carrier with Right-angle Sling Pulleys
which we recommend.
Parallel Sling Pulleys (Fig. 649, page 42) may be used if pre-
ferred.
Two Sling Pulleys, 1 Trip Block, I Trip Adjuster, and 2 End
Stop Blocks are furnished with each carrier.
Weight, 47 pounds.
Price: $8.67
(See^ipages 30 and 31 for Track and Track Fittings.)
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Louden Iowa Sling Carrier Continued
For simplicity of design and mechanism and for positive, dependable action the Iowa Sling Carrier
ranks with the foremost. It was designed for heavy, everyday work in the hay barn. It has gone through
a dozen or more hay harvests; is doing satisfactory service in thousands of barns, and is pleasing its users.
The carrier is of the Louden swivel frame type. It can be
used with perfect success in any type of barn and is particularly
well adapted for use in barns having a center driveway. In center
drive barns the carrier can be changed from one side to the other
in a minute's time and without climbing up to the carrier or
pulling the ropes through. The pulley in the end of the barn is
changed from one end to the other and the carrier frame swiveled
around on the stop from the barn floor by a swinging pull on the
ropes.
The frame of the carrier is of refined malleable iron. Heavy
strengthening webs are used where strength is necessary. At all
points where heaviest strain is exerted castings are reinforced to
give needed strength. The mechanism of the carrier (the rope
lock and the latching dogs and parts) is extremely simple. There
is nothing to get out of order and the parts are all easily accessible.
There are eight track wheels on each carrier operating on
oscillating "engine trucks." This distributes the weight of the
load evenly on the track and insures that every wheel will do its
full share of the work. The wheels are bored smooth and true
and turn on ^-inch milled axles and will not bind or run hard.
The rope lock has a long bearing surface on the rope. When
the carrier is tripped the rope lock instantly grips the rope and
holds it firmly. There is no slipping, nor wear on the rope. The
rope lock is adjustable to different size ropes.
Each carrier is provided with an adjustable trip. This trip is placed on the draft rope (see illustration)
and is adjustable to different heights. By this means the carrier may be released and the load carried into
the mow at any height. Unless, on account of beams or hay already in the mow, it is not necessary to lift
the load clear up to the track.
In operation, when the sling pulleys or the adjustable trip strikes the release lever, the locking device
drops down and the carrier moves away from the stop smoothly and steadily. In the same operation the
rope lock is thrown on and holds the load until the sling is tripped. When the carrier is brought back to
the stop the rope lock is released and the weight of the pulleys and sling brings them down to the wagon.
Hay forks may be used with this carrier by using the fork clevis described on page 39, Fig. 653.
Fig. 528
Fig. 528 is a sectional view showing the
locking mechanism in the Iowa Sling
Carrier and also how the carrier is
threaded. Pulleys G and J are mounted
on Tilting Frame E pivoted at P. The
Brake F is pivotly connected with the
tilting frame, forming a knee joint, which
grips the rope between the Brake F and
Pulley J when the carrier is tripped. Brake
F is held free from the rope while the load
is being elevated by Bolt B attached to
Locking Dog A, which operates with the
track stop.
Louden Weight Return
Fig. 529. Weight 3 pounds. Price $1.00
Specifications
Weight, 3 pounds.
Price: $1.00
A Weight Return for returning the carrier to the trip
block after the load has been deposited in the mow is
desirable with all hay carriers, especially so in long or high
barns.
The Weight Return brings the carrier back to the trip
block promptly, and always with enough force to securely
latch the carrier.
Fig. 529 shows End Weight Return attached to carrier
and arranged for End Hoist barn. It shows our improved
Return Pulley R on wire guy, Clamp Hook H and Pulley P.
A wire guy is preferable to a rope guy.
In ordering, state kind of track used to get Hook H to
fit it. A bag of sand is the best weight to use.
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Louden Automatic
Hay Sling Carrier
Fig. 514
Specifications
For use in any style of barn.
Operates on Louden Single-Bead Steel Track.
Diameter of Rope Wheels in carrier, 4 inches.
Diameter of Track Wheels on tread, 2J-:t inches.
Bearing surface on track (distance between front and rear
axles) 143-2 inches.
Total length of Carrier, 19J/2 inches.
Carries Slings within 26 inches of the track
Frame of Carrier of refined malleable iron.
Rope and Track Wheels special quality gray iron.
Safe working capacity. 2000 pounds.
Three-fourths inch best manilla rope is recommended.
Illustration shows carrier with Right Angle Sling Pulleys.
Parallel Sling Pulleys (Fig. 649, page 42) can be used if
preferred.
Two Sling Pulleys, 1 trip block, 1 trip adjuster, and 2 end
stop blocks furnished with each carrier.
Weight, 48 pounds.
Price: $8.67
The Automatic Sling Carrier is of the Louden
Swivel Frame type. It can be used with perfect
success either in barns having a center driveway or
where hay is taken up at one end. In center drive
barns the carrier can be changed from one end to
the other in a minute's time and without climbing
up to the carrier or pulling the ropes through, by
swiveling the carrier and pulling a rope that has
been placed in the center of the trip block and a
pulley directly above trip block.
The frame of the carrier is of refined malleable
iron. Heavy strengthening webs reinforce the
heavy castings at all points where there is the
heaviest strain.
Fig. 514
(Cannon)
Fig. 1128
Adjustable Trip
One is furnished as a
part of each Automatic
Sling Carrier.
i^JSi
Fig. 437
End Stop Block
Two are furnished with
each Automatic Carrier.
Fig. 1128
Adjustable Trip Block
One is furnished as a part of
each Automatic Sling Carrier.
There are eight track wheels on each carrier operating on oscillating engine trucks. This distributes
the weight of the load evenly on the track and insures that every wheel will carry its share of the load.
The wheels are bored out true and smooth and turn on ^^-inch milled axles and will not bind or run hard.
The rope lock has a long bearing surface on the rope. When the carrier is tripped the rope lock
instantly grips the rope and holds it firmly. There is no slipping and no wear on the rope. The rope
lock is adjustable to different size ropes.
Each carrier is provided with an adjustable trip. This trip is placed on the draft rope (see illustration)
and is adjustable to different heights. By this means the carrier may be released and the load carried into
the mow at any height. Unless beams or hay already in the mow is in the way it is not necessary to lift
the load clear up to the track.
In operation when the sling pulleys or the adjustable trip strikes the release lever, the locking device
drops down and the carrier moves away from the stop smoothly and steadily. In the same operation the
rope lock is thrown on and holds the load until the sling is tripped. When the carrier is brought back
to the stop, the rope lock is released and the weight of the pulleys and sling brings them down to the
wagon.
Hay forks may be used with this Carrier by Using the Fork Clevis described on page 39, Fig. 653.
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Louden Reversible Sling Carrier Fig. 315
(For Wood Track)
Fig. 315
Specifications
Operates on 4x4 wood track.
For use in any style of barn.
Diameter of Rope Wheels, 4Jg inches.
Diameter of Track Wheels, 3 inches.
Bearing surface on track (distance between front and rear axles), 1 5
inches.
Total length of Carrier, i 8 inches.
Carries slings within 19 inches of the track.
Frame of Carrier refined malleable iron.
Rope and Track Wheels special quality gray iron.
Safe working capacity, 2.000 pounds.
Three-fourths inch best Manilla Rope is recommended
One pair Sling Pulleys, I Trip Block, 1 Rope Hook, 1 Comb Pulley,
1 Lift Link furnished with Carrier,
Weight, 52 pounds.
Price: $8.67
The Reversible Sling Carrier is a
strong, dependable carrier built to
operate on 4x4 wood track. In the
illustration the carrier is shown with
parallel sling pulleys rigged triple
draft. The carrier can be used double
draft if preferred.
The mechanism of the carrier is
very simple and compact. There is
a double rope lock, each lock having
a long bearing surface on the rope.
When the load is elevated, and the
sling pulleys strike the trip stirrup, the
rope locks go into action holding the
load secure. There is no chance for
the load to slip back and wear on the
rope is reduced to a minimum.
The Carrier is fitted with eight
track wheels. The wheel arms are
heavy and strong and will not spread
under the weight of heavy loads.
The Trip Blocks are adjustable.
Two or more trips can be used on the
same track and as many of them as
desired can be lifted up to allow the
carrier to pass through. The frame
of the carrier is of the straight reversi-
ble (not swivel) type. To reverse the
carrier for work in the opposite mow,
the draft rope is pulled through the
carrier. The end of the rope at D is
carried through pulley at end of barn
and from there, on down to the horse
or team. The other end of the rope
is fastened in the eye, A, in the sling
pulley.
Fig. 435 (Perch)
One Comb Pulley Furnished with Each Revers-
ible Wood Track Carrier.
Fig. 383 (Excelsior)
One Rope Hook Furnished
with Each Reversible
Wood Track Carrier.
One Trip Block Furnished
with Each Reversible
Wood Track Carrier.
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Louden Cross Draft Hay Carrier Fig. 817
(For Sling or Fork)
Fig. 523
(End Stop Block)
Two are furnished with
each Cross Draft
Carrier
The Louden Cross
Draft Hay Carrier is built
compact and strong
enough to carry the
heaviest sHng load, and
at the same time is en-
tirely practical for fork use.
This carrier works on a differ-
ent principle from that of ordin-
ary hay carriers. The draft rope,
instead of running parallel with
the track, runs at right angles to
it, passing down to the team or hoist in the most
direct manner. The draft rope is used for one
purpose only — to elevate the load. After the
sling or fork is elevated to the desired height,
the carrier is pulled along the track by means
of a shift rope, which runs along the track to
the end of the barn and over pulleys down to
where the team or hoist works.
With this plan the team travels only half
as far as with the ordinary carrier. When the team is walking
out from the barn, it is hoisting the load; when the load
reaches the proper height, the shift rope is hooked to the team
and as the return to the barn is made the carrier is pulled
along the track into the mow. As there is a shift rope on
each side of the carrier, one is always ready to use to return
the empty carrier, no matter into which mow the hay has
been carried.
For handling slings the carrier should be rigged with sling
pulleys, as shown in the illustration. For fork use the sling
pulleys would be replaced with the Louden Fork Pulley (See
Fig. 366, page 45). If a Louden Fork Pulley is not at hand,
any common pulley can be used.
The carrier is provided with an automatic lock. This lock
will hold the hay suspended at any height. When the load is
elevated high enough to pass into the mow, the team is stopped
and turned back toward the barn. The end of the idle shift
rope is attached to the singletree and as the team returns
to the starting place, the carrier is drawn along the track to
the end of the barn.
The Cross Draft Carrier has many advantages over ordinary
carriers. The draft is more direct, it requires about one-half
less draft rope and as it passes over only one large sheave in
the Carrier there is less friction, thus requiring less power to
elevate the load. The horse has to walk only about half as
far and gets back quicker, thus saving time and also space in
(Chaste)
Specifications
Recommended for use in barns where hay is
elevated from a center driveway
Built to handle hay slings, but will handle hay
fork with equal satisfaction.
Operates on Louden Double Bead Steel Track.
Diameter of the Rope Wheel in carrier, 6 inches.
Diameter of the Rope Wheels in sling pulley or
fork pulley, 4 inches.
Diameter of Track Wheels on tread, 3 inches.
Bearing surface on track (distance between
front and rear axles). 16 inches.
Total length of Carrier, 21 inches.
Carries slings or fork within 2 1 inches of the track.
Frame of the carrier of refined malleable iron.
Rope and track wheels special quality gray iron
Safe working capacity. 2,000 pounds,
i'i-inch best Manilla Rope is recommended, and
urged for use with this carrier,
yl-inch rope can be used, but ^4-inch is better.
Two Sling Pulleys, 1 Release Block, I 3-Part Rope
Hitch, 2 Swivel Rope Hooks. 2 End Stop
Blocks, furnished with each carrier. Unless
otherwise specified sling pulleys will be furnish-
ed with the carrier.
If Hay Fork is to be used, fork pulley (Fig. 366,
page 45 ) will be furnished instead of sling pulleys.
Weight for sling use, 49 pounds.
Weight for fork use, 42 pounds.
Price: $8.67, with sling pulleys
Price: $7.67, with fork pulley
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Louden Cross Draft Hay Carrier — Continued
the barnyard. The lock is entirely automatic and will hold at any height, so the load does
not have to be elevated any higher than is necessary to let it pass into the mow. The empty Sling comes
down easier and quicker than with ordinary sling carriers. It does not start into the mow with a jerk
and cause loose hay to shake off, but goes in smoothly and steadily.
Cross Draft Carrier in Center Hoist Barn
Fig. 822 shows our Cross Draft Carrier at work in a center hoist barn. The sling load has been elevated
by the Draft Rope D until it is high enough to pass into the mow, the automatic lock in the carrier
holding it at any desired height. The Shift Rope C has been connected to the trip of the Rope Hook
H, the horses have been turned back toward the barn and the Sling load is being drawn into the right-
hand end of the barn and the operator is ready to trip it when it reaches the proper place. The draft
rope is first secured to the Spring Clevis E of the Carrier B by means of our patent swivel, then passed
down through the Sling Pulleys P, then up through the carrier and on through the Draft Pulleys F and G
and is connected to the Rope Hook H. The Shift Rope C is fastened to one of the swivel eyes on the
carrier, and is then passed through the Shift Pulleys I, J, K, and L.
In elevating the hay the team is driven from the Pulley G to or past the Pulley L, as may be required
by the distance the hay is to be elevated, and in turning back, the shift rope is connected to the trip of
the Rope Hook H which draws the carrier with its load into the mow as the team is driven to
the barn. The shift rope is then tripped from the rope hook by means of the Trip Cord T, the carrier
is drawn back to the Release Block A, by the Weight W, when the empty sling will descend of
its own gravity and when unhooked from the Pulleys P everything will be ready for another load.
The instant the horses stop, or if a singletree or anything else should break, the lock takes the weight
of the load and holds it securely without a particle of slipping. While loaded, the lock is always in
position to hold the load at any point of elevation. The rope is entirely free to run forward but not
backward, but when unloaded it is free to run in both directions unless held in locked position by the
lock-latch when away from Release Block A to prevent the empty fork or sling from dropping down in the
mow.
The carrier will work without the Release Block A by removing the lock-latch, but it works much better
with it, as by this means the empty sling or fork can not drop down in the mow. This is a fault
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Cross Draft Carrier in Center Hoist — Continued
that all other cross draft carriers have and we have entirely overcome it by the use of this lock-latch in
the carrier and the Release Block A on the track. The carrier does not have to stand over the release
block in elevating the load, notwithstanding this is its usual position. It may stand on either side or be
drawn across it, without any effect when loaded, but it will always release the lock when the carrier
is empty. In this way the empty fork or sling is prevented from dropping down in the mow, while the
lock will always be released to permit them to descend at the proper place.
The stake to which Pulley L is fastened should be set far enough out in the yard to permit the team,
after turning back, to draw the carrier to the end of the mow before getting too close to the Pulley G,
and there should be 10 feet extra to connect the shift rope easily and quickly to the trip of the Hook
H. The longer the barn, the farther away the Pulley L must be set.
To take the hay into the other end of the barn, remove the Weight W from the Shift Rope O which is
connected to the swivel eye on the other side of the carrier and is passed through the Shift Pulleys M
and N. Withdraw the Shift Rope C from the Pulleys K and L and attach to it the
Weight W. Now run the Shift Rope O through the Pulley K (as shown by dotted
line) and then through the Pulley L, and you are ready for business in the other end
of the barn. It may be better to use a separate rope out in the barn yard, which
may be done by using a hitch similar to A, Fig. 819. When this is done the Shift
Ropes C and O will only have to be long enough to pass through the Pulley K.
Louden's Cross Draft Rope Hook
Fig. 819 represents our Cross Draft Rope Hook, which is an important part of the
outfit, for upon its convenience and quickness of operation considerable depends.
The Draft Rope D is secured, as shown, to the main part of the Hook H, while the
Shift Rope C is fastened to the Hitch F, which in turn is hooked in the Trip Hook A.
This is held in place and tripped by the Latch E, having an Eye B to which the Trip
Cord T is connected. The shift rope is much more easily and quickly connected to
and tripped from our rope hook than the devices used with other cross draft carriers.
When the hay reaches the proper height to pass into the mow, the team is turned
back toward the barn and the Hitch F is readily and quickly slipped over the Trip
Hook A; and when the hay has reached the point of deposit in the mow, a slight
pull on the trip cord will disengage the Latch E, and release the Shift Rope C. In this
way the hay will not be drawn beyond the proper place and frequently the hay
will be discharged, the carrier returned and the empty sling or fork brought down to
the load by the time the team gets back to the barn.
Louden's Cross Draft Hay Carrier
Outfit for 60-foot barn, 40-foot peak
Fig.
1 Cross Draft Carrier 817
54 feet of Double Bead Steel Track 571
7 High-Grade Draft Pulleys 468
1 Upright Floor Pulley 364
30 Steel Track Hangers 498
30 Rafter Brackets 424
5 Rafter Pulley Hooks 390
1 Floor Pulley Hook 389
2 Hoisting Singletrees 344
I Rope Spreader Attachment 345
Total $24.63
Three slings are generally used, but in place of these, one sling and two harpoon forks or one grapple
fork may be used.
To get correct length of draft rope, multiply distance from floor to peak of barn by 3 and add 20
feet. To get right amount of shift rope multiply length of barn by 2; also distance from floor to peak
by 2 and add 20 feet. If extra rope is used out in yard make this the length of longest mow, with half
the width of driveway added. If not, add this length to total length of shift rope.
Five-eighths is best for the shift rope. Three-quarters will answer, but is more expensive and being
heavier makes the carrier harder to draw back. To get correct length of trip cord, take length of longest
mow and add 25 feet. Set post for Pulley L out 10 feet further than half length of barn.
Page
Unit Price
Total
18
$8.67 each
$8.67
30
.12 per foot
6.48
43
3.67 per doz.
2.14
44
6.67 per doz.
.56
30
1.00 per doz.
2.50
.31
.48 per doz.
1.20
46
.80 per doz.
.33
46
■93 per doz.
.08
47
1.00 each
2.00
47
.67 each
.67
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Louden Power Hoist
Above illustration shows Louden Single Drum Power Hoist and four horse
power gasoline engine lifting 1 ,000 pounds of hay. The top of the load has been
removed with hay fork; a sling is being used for the last load. Note how com-
pletely it cleans up the rack.
There is a great need for time and
labor saving equipment in hay har-
vest, as the season is short and the
crop is valuable. A delay of a few
hours may mean a serious loss.
Louden Power Hoists are de-
signed for quick, efficient work.
They are so simple that anyone
may quickly understand and oper-
ate them, and the great numbers in
which they are manufactured en-
able us to put them on the market
at a price within reach of every
farmer.
The hoist may be used Avith any
kind of power — steam, gasoline or
electric. Under ordinary condi-
C^^S^ - -^-^^^S^ •^HBHBB^??^"^™^^'^ tions three or four H. P. is sufficient,
<-;«l?3t_-^--5**»«*» - -' ■ though five or six H. P. is better.
Engine and hoist may be located in
any convenient place.
The whole operation is extremely
simple. Five minutes practice will
put the operator in perfect control
of the hoist and its load. Its action
is positive and it always responds
to the levers.
The clutch on Louden Power Hoists is simple, powerful, and dependable. The contact blocks are of
hard maple and in operation are forced into the cone shaped metal drive. They are accessible by removing
a single pin, and are mounted on eccentric benches, making them adjustable to take up the wear. One
set of blocks will last several seasons and they can be replaced for a few cents and in ten minutes time.
When help is scarce and high priced, and all the horses are needed in the field, the Power Hoist comes to
the rescue and does the work of both a team and man. Not only that, but it does the same work in about
one-fourth the time.
Reduce these facts to figures and you will have the proof of our claim that a Power Hoist will easily
pay for itself in a single season.
There is nothing complicated about it — no delicate mechanism. It is just a plain, common sense,
sturdy machine built to handle big loads easily and to save time and labor in hay harvest.
There is as much difference between unloading hay with a hoist and with horse power as there is
between handling it with horse power and with a pitchfork. Try one out this season.
How long a Power Hoist will last is still to be proved, for the first hoists placed on the market by the
Louden Machinery Company, over ten years ago, though much inferior to the later models, are still giving
efficient, and satisfactory service.
The convenience of the hoist is increased for general farm purposes by mounting it on the same truck
with a portable engine. In this manner it is easily moved from place to place and will be handy for practi-
cally all of the heavy lifting about the farm and elsewhere, such as removing wagon boxes and hay racks
from wagons, cleaning and digging wells, elevating roots from root cellars, and silage from underground
silos. It can also be used successfully for storing ice and for elevating grain with a dump box.
While the Louden Power Hoist is designed primarily for unloading hay, it has been found exceedingly
valuable for many other uses. Here is what a builder writes: "We used the Louden Power Hoist in build-
ing a concrete stack at the plant of the Iowa Malleable Iron Company. It was most satisfactory and
proved a great saving in time and effort. It handled the cement in 800-pound lots as fast as the power
mixers were able to deliver it. I am confident from the design and behavior of the hoist that it will handle
a ton."
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LOUPEN MACHINERY COMPANY
Louden Single Drum Power Hoist — Fig. 965
Fig. 965
Specifications
Operation: Load carried in one direction by use of large drum. Empty carrier returned
by use of small drum.
Main Drum: Length, 20 inches; diameter, 6 inches; diameter of drum flanges.
15 inches. Capacity; 300 feet of Jj'-inch rope or 400 feet of 12-inch rope.
Return Drum: Length. 11 inches; capacity. 300 feet of J 2-inch rope.
Belt Wheel, pressed steel; diameter, 20 inches; width of face. 6 inches.
Total width, 25 inches.
Total length. 43 inches.
Floor space necessary, 25x36 inches. (Note: Where hoist is mounted on truck,
sufficient room for operator to stand should be allowed.)
Weight complete, 308 pounds (ready to ship).
Price: $40.00
Where the load is to be
carried in one direction
only, as in an end hoist
barn, the Single Drum
Power Hoist is used. This
hoist has one large drum
for elevating the load and
carrying it into the mow,
and a smaller drum for re-
turning the empty carrier.
It is equipped with adjust-
able friction clutch and
band brake.
One of the most valuable
features of the Single Drum
Hoist is the fact that it may
be controlled from the load
by means of ropes. There
are only two ropes to handle
— one to elevate the load
and run it back into the
mow, and one to operate
the return drum and bring
the empty carrier back to
the wagon.
There is no time lost, no
waiting, no changing of
team from wagon to draft
rope. All that is necessary
is to set the fork in the
load, or if slings are used,
to attach the sling pulleys,
then pull slightly on the
main friction rope and the
load goes up and into the
mow. When the load is
tripped, a slight pull on the
return rope will bring the
carrier back.
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Louden Triple Drum Power Hoist- Fig. 1132
Specifications
Operation: Load hoisted to desired height
by use of large drum. Load carried
along track to the right by right hand
small drum, or to the left by left hand
small drum.
Main Drum: Length. 20 inches; diam-
eter, 6 inches; diameter of drum
flanges, 15 inches; capacity, 300 feet
of ?4-inch rope or 400 feet of } o-inch
rope.
Small Drums (Each): Length, 8 inches:
capacity, I 75 feet of ^^^-inch rope.
Belt Wheel, pressed steel; diameter, 20
inches; width of face, 6 inches.
Total width, 48 inches.
Total length, 65 inches.
Floor space necessary for base, 38 x 65
inches. (Note: This is actual base.
Where hoist is mounted on truck,
sufficient room for operator to stand
should be allowed.)
Weight complete, 636 pounds.
Price: $80.00
Fig. 1132
In a center drive barn, where the hay is to be stored in mows on both sides of the driveway, or in a
Round barn, the Triple Drum Power Hoist should be used. With this hoist and a Cross Draft Sling Carrier,
hay can be picked up and carried into either mow at the will of the operator. One load can be put in the
right hand mow and the next in the left hand mow, if desired, without the changing of ropes or pulleys.
It is not necessary to carry the load clear up to the track. Unless cross timbers interfere, the hay
may be run back into the mow at any height
The Louden Triple Drum Power Hoist has three complete hoisting drums mounted in the same frame.
They operate by friction clutch. Pull the levers to you and they force the clutch into contact; release
them and the power is released automatically; push them from you and the brakes are applied.
Complete Power Rigs for Barns
The Power Hoist can be used successfully with any kind of a Hay Carrier. The following list of items
are given as examples of complete outfits for center drive and end drive barn. The same specifications will
apply for any length of barn with corresponding change in length of track and draft and return ropes.
While we do not specify the rope, we are prepared to furnish it if desired; but as a rule rope can be purchased
at a saving in local markets. {Continued next page.)
Louden Machinery Company, Fairfield, Iowa Redstone, Mont., May 23. 1913.
Gentlemen;
My barn is equipped with a Louden Hay Carrier and Slings which I bought of you the fall of 1910, The
slings are the largest you sold. I can unload 1,000 lbs. at each pull, easy. I have a very large door, 9x12.
I consider the outfit good in every way. Yours truly,
John H. Schlag.
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Louden Triple Drum Power Hoist in a Center Drive Barn
For Use with a Power Hoist
Fifty-Foot End Hoist Barn
Figure Page Unit Price Total
1 Louden Senior Fork Carrier 1 100 8 $5.33 each $5.33
50 Ft. Louden Double Beaded Steel Track 571 30 .12 per ft. 6.00
26 Louden Standard Track Hangers 498 30 1.00 per doz. 2.16
26 Louden Rafter Brackets 424 31 .48 per doz. 1.04
1 Louden Balance Grapple Fork (6 tine) 351 32 6.67 each 6.67
3 Louden High-Grade 6-inch Draft Pulleys 468 43 3.67 per doz. .92
1 Louden Bracket Pulley Holder 348 46 .40 each .40
1 Louden Steel Floor Pulley Hook 389 46 .93 per doz. .08
1 Louden Steel Rafter Pulley Hook 390 46 .80 perdoz. .07
I Louden Single Drum Power Hoist 965 22 40.00 each 40.00
Total $62.67
Eighty-Foot Center Hoist Barn
Figure Page Unit Price Total
1 Louden Cross Draft Carrier 817 18 $ 8.67 each $ 8.67
76 Ft. Louden Double Beaded Steel Track 571 30 .12 per ft. 9.12
40 Louden Standard Track Hangers 498 30 1.00 per doz. 3.33
40 Louden Rafter Brackets 424 31 .48 per doz. 1.60
3 Louden Carry-All Slings 984 36 4.67 each 14.01
6 Louden High-Grade 6-inch Knot Pulleys 467 43 4.40 per doz. 2.20
4 Louden Rafter Pulley Hooks 390 46 .80 per doz. .28
2 Louden Floor Pulley Hooks 389 46 .93 per doz. .16
1 Triple Drum Power Hoist 1 1 32 23 80.00 each 80.00
Total $119.37
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Louden Round Barn Hay Unloading Outfits
Within recent years there has been much discussion regarding the advantages and
disadvantages of round barns. It is not our purpose in this catalog to enter into a dis-
cussion of the merits of such buildings. We know that in certain localities round barns
have come into favor and one of the problems in connection with these buildings has
been the hay unloading outfit. Operating a hay carrier on a straight-away track and
operating a hay carrier on a circle track are two entirely different propositions. It was
our business to provide successful tools for unloading hay on the circle track. We have
perfected hay unloading equipment to meet every condition in the round barn and with
which hay may be handled and stored as quickly, as cheaply, as easily, and as safely as
in rectangular barns.
Louden Round Barn Hay Carrier
(For Fork or Slings)
Fig. 1104
Specifications
The only suc-
cessful hay fork
and hay sling
carrier made for
circle track.
For use in
round barns of
all sizes.
Built to oper-
ate on Louden
Double Bead
steel track only.
Diameter of
rope wheel in
carrier, 6 inches.
Diameter of
rope wheels in
sling pulley and
fork pulley. 4
inches.
Diameter of trac.
Track wheels are supported
attached to main frame of carrie
connection.
Bearing surface on track (distance between front and
rear axles), 1 6 inches.
Total length of carrier. 21 Inches.
Carries slings or fork within 21 inches of the track.
Frame of carrier of refined malleable iron.
Rope and track wheels special quality gray iron.
Safe working capacity. 2,000 pounds.
Note: Five-inch link track hangers (Fig. 832, page 30)
should always be ordered for circle track for round barns.
Three-quarter inch best manila rope is recommended
and urged for use with this carrier.
Thirteen-sixteenths inch rope may be used but
is better.
Two sling pulleys, I release block, 2 end stop blocks, 2
swivel rope hooks furnished with this carrier.
Unless otherwise specified, parallel sling pulleys will
always be furnished with this carrier.
If hay fork is to be used fork pulley (Fig. 366, page 45)
will be furnished instead of sling pulleys-
Weight for sling use, 57 pounds.
Weight for fork use, 50 pounds.
Price, with sling pulleys: $11.00
Price, with fork pulleys: $10.00
Fig. 1104
(Round)
One
Fig. 1131 (Release Block)
3 furnished with each Round Barn Carrier.
Two Rope Hooks
furnished with each
Round Barn Car-
Fig. 383 (Excelsior)
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Illustration. Fig. 1I35-A, shows a short section of track, a hay carrier, and a guide pulley
for round barn. The guide pulleys are placed just far enough away from the track so the hay
carrier will pass by. When the front shift rope pulls the carrier past the guide pulley, the follow-
ing shift rope (the tail rope) is brought into position in the pulley ready to pull the carrier in
the opposite direction.
The Round Barn Hay Carrier works on the same principle as the Cross Draft
Hay Carrier described on page 1 8. The main draft rope, instead of running
parallel with and along the track, runs at right angles to the track and passes
down to the team or hoist in the most direct manner. The draft rope is used solely
to elevate the hay and not to pull the carrier along the track. With the draft rope passing directly from the
carrier to the team or hoist, only about half as much draft rope is required as with an ordinary hay carrier.
This also greatly reduces friction, as the rope does not have to pass over so many pulleys, making it
possible to lift heavier loads with less power.
Independent shift ropes are used for pulling the carrier along the track. Good quality 5s-inch rope is
suitable for shift ropes. Two of these ropes are necessary, one end of each rope being attached to opposite
sides of the carrier, the other end passing around the guide pulleys and continuing to the hoist or to the
team and weight return as the case may be.
Where engine or electric power is at hand, this outfit used in connection with a Louden Triple Drum
Power Hoist (see Fig. I 1 32, page 23) makes the most complete and perfect hay unloading outfit ever installed
in any barn. The lower end of the main draft rope is connected to the main drum of the hoist. The lower
end of each of the shift ropes is attached to the respective two smaller drums of the hoist.
The main drum of the hoist is used to elevate the load. It is not necessary to raise the load up to the
track unless beams or hay already in the mow interfere. The load can be stopped at any height and can be
carried in either direction from the driveway at will. The instant the tension is released on the draft rope
the rope lock goes into action and will catch and hold the load. If it is desired to carry the hay to the
right, the right hand drum, and if to the left, the left hand drum, is brought into action. This pulls the
carrier along the track and when the load is dropped the opposite drum is brought into play and the empty
carrier is returned to the release block. The entire operation is extremely simple and the hoist can be
handled by anyone.
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Louden Round Barn Hay Carrier — Continued
We furnish the track bent to form a circle track of any diameter.
Each section of the track is put through a bending machine, and is
bent uniform and true, and without kinking the flange or injury to the
track. We furnish suitable hangers for supporting the track from
rafters or from purlin plate as desired. It should be remembered that
the higher up in the building the track is placed the easier it will be
to fill the mow full.
Fig. 1135
Guide Pulley
Specifications
Length of mounting block, 36 inches.
Width of mounting block, 12 inches.
Depth of mounting block, 1 2 ' 2 inches.
Diameter of pulley. 6 ' 2 inches.
Weight, complete, 26^2 pounds.
Price: $4.00
Special guide pulleys are used for holding the shift ropes in parallel
position with the track. These pulleys are furnished mounted on a
board (see Fig. 1135), and are easy to put in place. The pulley
sheave or rope wheel is mounted in a malleable iron casing and sup-
ported by steel braces. The pulley is mounted in a slightly tilted
position; also, the lower pulley casing extends beyond and slightly upward
in front of the rope wheel, thus holding the shift ropes in position. Even
should the ropes become very slack they will not fall out of the pulley.
Where a complete circle track is installed, seven or eight or more guide pulleys should be used. The
purpose of the guide pulleys is to carry the shift rope as nearly parallel with the track as possible. The
number of pulleys necessary is determined by the diameter of the track. Always enough pulleys should be
used so the carrier will be pulled straight ahead, not sideways.
In illustration (Fig. 1206, page 57), the letter W represents the wagon and L the sling load of hay being
carried into the mow. In this illustration the left-hand shift rope, LS, has been carried clear around and
placed in position in all of the guide pulleys. This shows the ropes arranged to carry the hay to the left
hand side. If it was desired to carry the hay to the right-hand side, the position of the shift rope would
be reversed and the right-hand shift rope, RS, would be in position in the guide pulleys.
Where there is a silo in the center of the building, it would be necessary to detach one shift rope from
the hoist and carry it around the silo when changing to work the carrier in the opposite mow. This change
is easily made, requiring only two or three minutes time.
This rig can be used with horse power instead of the hoist and when so used the arrangement of ropes
would be only slightly changed. Instead of one shift rope passing around the complete circle, as shown
with hoist, both shift ropes would pass over pulleys and be arranged to correspond with the arrangement
in rectangular barns. (See Fig. 822, page 19.)
This special unloading outfit for round barns will do
satisfactory work in barns of all sizes. Hay forks or hay
slings can be used and the rig will handle heavy loads of
all kinds of hay.
1914
Edinboro, Pa., Dec. 1 1 ,
Louden Machinery Co., Fairfield, Iowa
Dear Sirs:
In 1911 I purchased a 6-Tine Balance Grapple
Fork of you with track and carrier. Since then
I have bought more barn equipment from your
factory. All have, and are giving, the very best
of service and I shall always remember you when
in need of anything in your line.
Very truly, N. L. Kingsley.
Louden Power Hoist and full equipment are used in the
University of Illinois Round Barns
Cordell, Okla., May 28, 1914
Louden Machinery Co., Fairfield, Iowa
Gentlemen:
Without the Hay Handling Tools, including the
Hoist, we could not have gotten our hay in dry
between rains. We figure this outfit has paid
for itself with the hay saved in good condition
from this cutting.
It was a streak of good luck that led me to
wirte for information after seeing your ad.
Faithfully yours, Geo. Bishop.
West Chester. Pa., Dec. 21, 1914
Louden Machinery Co., Fairfield, Iowa
Gentlemen :
I can't say too much for Louden Tools. The
6-Prong Hay Fork is a peach.
W. Robinson.
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Louden Junior Hay Fork Carrier For Cable Track Fig. 621
Specifications
For stacking hay in the field.
Built to operate on ^ g inch or } 2-inch cable.
Diameter of rope wheels 4 inches.
Diameter of track wheels on tread, 3^ 4 inches.
Bearing surface on track (distance between
front and rear axles). 10 inches.
Total length of carrier. 14 inches.
Carries fork within I 3 inches of the track.
Frame of carrier of refined malleable iron.
Rope and Track Wheels special quality gray iron.
^ inch best Manilla Rope is recommended.
Jg or 1 g inch rope may be used.
Safe working capacity 1 ,000 pounds.
One Fork Pulley, 1 Trip Block. I Rope Swivel.
furnished with carrier.
Weight, 24 pounds.
Price: $4.20
This Carrier was designed for use in
connection with the Louden Cable Ricker
for stacking hay. It operates on a wire
cable track (-""s inch or J 2 inch diameter)
and does its work as nearly perfect as
can be. It is built along the same gen-
eral lines as the Louden Junior Carrier
for steel track. It is compactly and stoutly built, its working parts
are extremely simple and it never fails to work right.
The carrier has the wide flaring mouth and the round-top fork
pulley of all Louden Carriers. The fork pulley will never fail to
enter the carrier, no matter from what angle it may be drawn.
Trip Block. Fig. 801 (March)
One is furnished as a part of each Cable Carrier.
The lock has a square catch and cannot wedge fast. The trip block, at one end, clamps solidly to the
cable. The remainder of the trip block is a loose sleeve which attaches to the stationary clamp by means
of a swivel. The sleeve fits loosely around the cable so the trip block always stands in position under
the cable to properly engage the locking dog in the carrier.
The end of the draft rope is fastened in the carrier by means of our patent swivel iron knot which pre-
vents twisting and kinking of the rope.
Hay slings can be handled with this carrier by using the self-locking sling pulleys Fig. 330, page 40.
The carrier was not built for sling use, and we recommend its use being confined to handling hay fork.
It is often necessary to stack hay in the field. Whether all of the hay, or only the overflow from
buildings where the crop is heavy is to be stacked, the Louden Cable Ricker can be put into service with
profit. The stacker works on the same principle as a hay carrier in a barn. The carrier travels on an
overhead wire track that is supported by poles as shown in cut. The hay is carried on this track over
the center of the stack and can be dropped at any point. This keeps the middle of the stack full, making
a waterproof backbone. Much of the hay does not have to be moved after it is dropped on the rick. One
man can stack more hay from a Louden Cable Ricker than two men can take care of when delivered by a
stacker that delivers the hay at one place only.
The poles at the end and the cable track above also act as guides for building the stack. Stacks of
any size up to 60 feet in length can be built with the cable ricker. We furnish the cable in any lengths
desired. The cable should be allowed to extend to the ground, on the outside of the poles, at each end,
thus forming guys. Forty feet of cable should be allowed outside of the poles at each end. Where 30-
foot poles are used and a 50-foot stack is to be built, 1 40 feet of cable would be required. This allows
room to drive the load of hay inside the poles and thus secure a straight lift up to the carrier. Where
poles longer than 30 feet are used add 2 feet of cable for each added foot of pole length.
We do not furnish poles as they cannot conveniently be shipped by local freight. Poles should be
5 to 6 inches in diameter at the top and 30 feet or more in length.
This cable ricker is easy to set up, easy to move from place to place, and when not in use the metal
parts can be stored in small space. With ordinary care the outfit will last many years.
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(See Page 58 for Estimate of Outfit.)
Galvanized Steel Wire Rope
Fig. 417 is a Galvanized Steel Wire Rope. It is composed of six strands, seven wires to the strand,
laid about a hemp center, thus forming a rope of 42 wires. It has a breaking strain of 8 tons. It is ex-
tremely durable and pliable enough to handle easily. We can furnish this wire rope in 3^-inch or 5 g -inch
size, as may be desired. We recommend the heavier size.
Either Fig. 417 or Fig. 418 may be used as the track for the
Carrier. Fig. 417 makes the best track, but is more expensive.
Five-eighth inch size: Weight per 100 ft., 76 pounds. One-
half inch size: Weight per hundred feet, 6! pounds.
Price (5 3 -inch size) : $ .063^ per ft.
Price (J'2-inch size) : $ .05J^ per ft.
Fig. 417 (May)
Galvanized Steel Strand,
>^-in. Diameter
Fig. 418 (June)
Price:
Cable Clamps
Fig. 418 is composed of seven No. 8 Wires. Estimated
breaking strain about four tons. This makes a cheaper track
than the Galvanized Steel Wire Rope and is used quite often.
Weight per 100 feet, 50 pounds.
$ .02- ^ per ft.
Fig. 337 is our Wire Cable Loop Clamp and is used to make a loop at
the end of the cable. Two of these should be used with each stacker.
Weight each, 1 '4 pounds. Price: $ .22 each.
The Wire Cable Stop Clamp, Fig. 3373/^, is placed on the wire cable
track at either side of the poles at the end of the stack to hold the upper
ends of the poles securely in position. Four of these Clamps are used for
each stacker. Weight each, 1 pound. Price: $ .16-3 each.
These clamps are made of malleable iron and are held together with two
good, strong bolts, which grip the cable firmly so that they will not slip. (See page 58 for eslimate of outfit.)
Fig. 337K (Rico)
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Louden Steel Track and Track Fixtures
For Hay Carriers
Fig. 550 (Mohler)
Fig. 571 (Clara) Fig. 584 (Cora)
Louden Double Bead Steel Track — Fig. 571
Fig. 571 shows a section of Louden Double Bead Steel Track. This track is a special quality high
carbon steel. It is 2 inches wide, 1 y'V inches high and, properly supported every 24 inches, it will safely
carry a load of 3000 pounds. Weight, per foot, 2 pounds. Price: $ .12 per ft.
Louden Single Bead Steel Track
Fig. 584 shows a section of Louden
Single Bead Steel Track. Like the Double
Bead Track, this is a special quality high
carbon steel. It is 2 inches wide, I '4. -inches
high and, properly supported every 24 inches,
will safely carry a load of 3000 pounds.
Weight, per foot, 2 pounds.
Price: $ .12 per ft. Fig. 436 (Mulkins)
Splice Clamp for Double Bead Steel — Fig. 550
Fig. 550 is the Splice Clamp for Louden Double Bead Steel Track. It is of malleable iron and is
held firmly in place on the under side of the track by four bolts. It is easily attached, holds the flanges
of the track level and makes it just as strong at the joint as at any other point. Care should be used to
see that the nuts on the four bolts are drawn tight. After the nuts have apparently been made tight,
the bolts should be set by striking them a heavy blow on the head with a hammer. After this is done
it will be found the nuts can be drawn still tighter and the clamps will hold securely.
Enough clamps for the track are furnished with every shipment.
Weight, each, 1 '8 pounds. Price : $ .20 each
Splice Clamp for Single Bead Track — Fig. 436
Our Splice Clamp for Single Bead Steel Track is shown in Fig. 436. Pins pass through holes in the
track and hold the ends securely together. The coupling holds the flanges level and makes a smooth
joint. The parts of the splice clamp are held firmly together by three heavy bolts.
Weight, I pound. Price: $ .20 each
Louden Track Hangers
Fig. 498. Louden Standard Track Hanger for Single or
Double Bead Steel Track. Made of malleable iron, in two
parts, securely clamped together by short, heavy bolt.
Weight, per dozen, 6 pounds. Price: $1.00 per doz.
Fig. 500. Louden Light Track Hanger for Single and
Double Bead Steel Track. Made of malleable iron, in two
parts, securely clamped together by short, heavy bolt. The
same style as the Louden Standard Hanger except not so heavy.
Weight, per dozen, A}/^ pounds. Price: $ .82 per doz.
Fig. 832. Link Track Hanger (5-inch) for Single and
Double Bead Steel Track. The clamp is of malleable iron,
the link of steel. This hanger is for use any place but is
particularly adapted to uneven ceilings. Standard length of
link, 4 inches. Can be furnished any length desired. (See
condensed price list, page 76.)
Weight, 5-inch link, per dozen, 6 pounds.
Price: $1.06 per doz.
Fig. 498
(Carson)
Fig. 500
(Camp)
Fig. 832
(Trout)
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Track and Track Fixtures — Continued
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Fig. 780 14-inch (Canna)
Fig. 781 16-inch (Chestnut)
Fig. 780. Straight Hang Hook for ^,„^t„
wood track. Made of |-inch steel rod
and furnished in two lengths. Fig. 372 (Cairo)
Weight, I 4-inch size, per dozen, I OK Jointed Hang Hook for
pounds. Price : $0.80 per dozen. Wood Track
Weight, 16-inch size, per dozen, 12 pounds. Price: $0.90 per dozen.
Fig. 372. Jointed Hang Hook for wood track. Made of i/2-inch steel rod. Total length, 14 inches.
Weight, per dozen, 133^ pounds. Price: $1.33 per dozen.
Rafter and Ridgepole Brackets
Fig. 424. Improved Malleable Rafter
Bracket, our strongest and best.
Weight, per dozen, 4J^ pounds.
Price; $0.48 per dozen.
Fig. 425. Malleable Rafter Bracket,
common pattern.
Weight, per dozen, 3 pounds.
Price: $0.40 per dozen.
Fig. 425 (Caesar)
Malleable Ridgepole Bracket
Fig. 465. Malleable Ridgepole Bracket, used when the track is
hung parallel to a joist or 2-inch timber.
Weight, per dozen, 3 pounds. Price: $0.67 per dozen.
Fig. 675. Side Rafter Bracket, used for hanging track to rafters
on one side of the roof.
Weight, per dozen, 5'; pounds. Price: $0.80 per dozen.
Fig. 675 (Cute)
Fig. 465 (Cubeb)
Fig. 373 (Cement)
Side Beam Bracket
Fig. 725. Side Beam Bracket for hanging track parallel ^^^i
to the side of a timber. fc"*' "^
Weight, per dozen, 6 pounds. Price: $1.00 per dozen.
Barbed Chisel Point Steel Nail
Fig. 373. Barbed chisel-point Steel Nail for putting up
rafter or ridgepole brackets. Cut shows actual size.
Price: $0.10 per pound.
Fig. 725 (Beam)
Other Hay Carrier Tracks
No. 3 No. 4 No. 5 No. 6 No. 7
We do not furnish these tracks, but we fit our Junior Carrier to run on them. In ordering Carrier
state the number and size of your track.
No. 3 is 2 inches wide; Nos. 4 and 5, 23^; No. 6, 2?s, and No. 7, 2 '4 inches wide.
Thirty-One
Louden Balance Grapple Hay Forks
Louden Balance Grapple Hay
Forks are in use in all parts of the
United States and Canada and in all
kinds of hay. Wherever the fork is
known customers are enthusiastic in
saying it cannot be beaten in any
respect by any hay fork that has
ever been made.
The arched support is covered by
patents and is the greatest improve-
ment ever made in grapple forks. It
secures a perfect balance, by means of
which the fork can be either opened
or closed with the slightest touch.
The fork is neat in design and perfectly
balanced in all of its parts and ade-
quately strong for any work it will
ever be called upon to do.
The material used in the construc-
tion of the fork is a special high-grade
steel. The steel is very stiff with just
enough spring to it so it will not bend
or break under the heaviest work. The
tines of the cheaper constructed forks
soon become bent and twisted out of
shape and the fork is made useless.
Be sure to get a Louden Fork. They
are built of special steel that will hold
its shape under the heaviest work.
For Timothy Hay
In long timothy hay, any kind of
hay fork can be used with fairly good
satisfaction. Much of the success in
using a harpoon fork depends on the
manner in which the hay is loaded on
the wagon. If the man on the wagon
knows how and has the time to load
carefully, fairly good results are
secured with a harpoon fork. The
Swings the fork
true open and
Fig. A-351 6-Tine Fork Closed
Louden Standard 6-Tine Balance Grapple Fork
Fig. 351 (Planet)
Specifications
Spreads when open 58 inches.
Width between outside tines, 19 inches.
Tines go into hay 24 inches.
Weight. 45 pounds.
Price: $6.67
best results, however, are always secured with the Louden
Grapple Fork. No difference how the hay is loaded on the
wagon, the Louden Balance Grapple Fork handles it right.
When using a harpoon fork, there is always a lot of hay that
will shake loose and fall back to the wagon or on the barn
floor. All of this litter and extra work is saved by using a
Louden Balance Grapple Fork.
For Clover Hay
It is annoying and expensive to try to use a harpoon fork
for unloading clover hay, and especially so if the hay has
become a little dry. As a rule, the fork will pull up through
the hay and lift only a very small load. It takes about three
Page Thirty-Two
Louden Balance Grapple Hay Forks — Continued
times as long and requires about three times as much hard
work to unload a load of clover hay with a harpoon fork as it
does with a Louden Balance Grapple Fork. The fork puts its
arms, so to speak, around a great bunch of hay and
binds it in Nature's own way, just as you would pick
it up and hold it in your arms. Working in clover
hay, the grapple fork will pay for itself
in two days' use and will save a lot of
hard work.
Alfalfa Hay
The Louden Grapple Fork will
make equally as good a showing in
one kind of hay as it does in another.
It handles them all as nearly the right
way as any fork could possibly do.
The Louden Grapple Fork, however,
is exceptionally strong in alfalfa. It
has an affinity for alfalfa hay. It will
take alfalfa hay from the wagon and
carry it into the hay mow or up on to
the stack in such big bunches that
users are astonished and delighted with
its efficiency. Another thing, when the
fork lets go of the hay it spreads it
out and makes it easy to mow away.
Fig. G86 (Farmer
Extra large 6-Tine
Fork Closed
Louden Extra Large 6-Tine Balance
Grapple Fork
Specifications
Spreads when open, 6 feet 7 inches.
Width between outside tines, 25 inches.
Tines go into hay 24 inches.
Weight, 50 pounds.
Price: $8.00
Specifications
Spreads when open, 58 inches.
Width between outside tines, 19 inches.
Tines go into hay 24 inches.
Weight, 40 pounds.
Price: $5.33
It drops every straw and no hay is left clinging to
the tines and bothering in that respect.
Other Hay
The Louden Balance Grapple Fork will handle any
kind of hay. In the Far North where the Canada field
pea flourishes and in the Far South where the cow pea
blooms, the fork is handling the work successfully and
growing in popularity each year. The grapple fork
will successfully handle threshed straw. Many
Michigan customers are using the fork for putting their
bean crops into sheds preparatory to threshing. Where
there is hay or forage of any kind to handle, the
Louden Balance Grapple Fork will do it successfully.
At first thought it might seem a fork of this size
would be hard to handle. On the contrary, it is easy
to handle. When the hay carrier is returned to the
trip block and the fork pulley is released, the fork will
settle down to the wagon without any pulling or hauling.
The fork goes down open all ready to set into the hay.
The man on the load can grasp the fork as it comes
down and swing it into position and set it into the hay
just as easy and just as quickly as a harpoon fork.
The fork is furnished in three sizes. The Standard
6-tine size is the one most largely used. The 4-tine
fork is exactly the same as the 6-tine fork except the
center tine is left out on each side. The extra large 6-
line fork is built heavier throughout than the other
forks. The Standard size 6-tine and 4-tine forks are
large enough for practical use under average conditions.
The extra large fork is desirable for clover and alfalfa
where extremely heavy loads are to be handled.
Page Thirty-Three
Louden Rocker -Bar Hay Fork— Fig. 1137
The Louden Rocker-Bar Hay Fork is an extra strong fork
constructed out of the best quahty high carbon fork steel.
The fork will enter the hay easily. The tines lock in position
either open or closed and the toes cannot double back when
entering green or tough hay.
The cross bar on the fork is placed near the top and it
gathers the hay or grain from the end of the point instead of
from two inches above the bottom. This fork, therefore, has
a larger capacity and will carry bigger loads than the ordinary
double harpoon fork. When the load is carried into the mow
the fork trips easy and will drop its load clean.
Louden Triple
Harpoon Fork
Fig. 350
The Louden Triple
Harpoon Fork is the
lightest weight and at
the same time the
strongest harpoon fork
made. The fork is all
fork. It will go down
into the hay clear out
of sight, will lift a big-
ger load and carry the
load closer to the track
than any other har-
poon fork made.
Position of
fork when
loaded
View B View A
Fig. 350 (Peerless)
Specifications
For use in any type of barn.
Can be used with any hay carrier.
For use in all kinds of hay.
Body and tines of special quality fork steel.
Lock lever of malleable iron.
Length of tines, 24 inches.
Weight, 12 pounds. Price: $3.33
Specifications
For use in any type of
barn.
Can be used with any hay
carrier.
Length of tine, 26 inches.
Weight, 13 pounds.
Price: $2.00
Nellis Single
Harpoon Fork
Fig. 356
This is the old orig-
inal type of hay fork.
1 1 will do good service
in long, heavy timothy
hay. Is not so success-
full in clover or alfalfa,
especially if the hay
Fig. 35G (Poker) is somewhat dry.
Fig. 1137 (Tuttle)
Specifications
For use in any style of barn.
Can be used with any kind of hay carrier.
Will handle any kind of hay.
Length of tines under head (distance tines go in
hay), 31 inches.
The tines and main frame of the fork are of
special high carbon fork steel.
The rocker bar, toes and lock are malleable iron.
Weight, 20 pounds. Price: $2.50
In Fig. 350, View A shows the fork open, ready to enter the
hay. The small tapering tines will enter the hay easily. The lever
is then pushed downward, forcing the tines into the position as
shown in View B. In addition to lifting big loads, the triple
harpoon fork will bind its load from top to bottom and prevent
the hay from shaking loose and falling back.
This fork can be used with any make of hay carrier and is so
strong and compactly built that it will give years of service.
Harris Double Harpoon Fork — Fig. 353
Specifications
For use in any type of barn.
Can be used on any kind of hay carrier.
Made in three sizes:
Standard size.
Length of tines under cross bar, 24^2 inches.
Width between tines, 1 3 J 2 inches.
Weight, 19 pounds. Price: $1.07
Intermediate size.
Length of tines under cross bar, 31 inches.
Width between tines, I5J^2 inches.
Weight, 20 pounds. Price: $1.33
Large size (Alfalfa).
Length of tines under cross bar, 32 inches.
Width between tines, 2 1 inches.
Weight. 32 pounds. Price: $2.47
The Harris Double Harpoon is the
original harpoon fork. It has been on
the market for years and will do good
work under all ordinary conditions.
It is built of genuine fork steel, for use in any barn, with any
type of hay carrier and in any kind of hay.
Page Thirty-Four
LOUDEN MACHINERY COMPANY
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Louden Hay Slings and Fittings
The Use of Slings
Like everything else, some judg-
ment is required in using slings to
obtain the best results. The power
available, the length of rack, the
size of wagon-loads, and the space
above beams in the barn should all
be considered and the number of
slings estimated and their length
adjusted accordingly.
Slings require more room over
beams than forks, therefore it is
unwise to purchase a sling outfit
that hangs away down below the
track. We have always watched
this point carefully and our carriers
and sling attachments have been
made compactly so as to occupy
the least possible space.
Our experience has been that
the rack should not be over sixteen
feet long (and fourteen feet is
better) unless the barn, elevator
F'g- 319 and everything else are on a very
large scale. Slings spread the full length of a fourteen to sixteen foot rack require about ten feet of
space between the track and beams for the load to pass through.
Where a large amount of hay is to be handled, and there is sufficient clearance room through the hay
door and in the mow for the large loads, there is no plan that equals the use of slings. Generally three
slings are used to a wagon, taking the load into the mow at three drafts, and cleaning the rack perfectly
with no shatterings to pick up.
The first sling is placed on the rack, using care to draw the ends out where they can be reached when
the hay is piled on. One-third of the load
is placed, another sling laid on, again
using care to lay out the ends where they
will be in reach. Another third of the
hay is then loaded and the third sling
laid on, when the loading is completed.
In unloading the hay, the sling pulleys
are spread apart and one hooked into each
end of the top sling. The power on the
draft rope gradually brings them together
and rolls the hay up as shown in Fig. 3 1 9.
When the sling is tripped the spring of
the hay causes it to unroll and spread in
the mow evenly (See Fig. 320), and in
practically the same shape it occupied on
the wagon.
We were the originators of successful '^'
slings and sling carriers, and we warrant See How it Spreads the Hay
ours to be superior to any on the market. It is tripped in the center below the hay and separates into two parts.
We have made a special study of slings and letting hay drop out between them, perfectly clear, and without tilting it
sling carriers, and during the past twenty- °" ^f^e. as side trip slings invariably do The hay being first rolled up.
r 1 .1 1.1 i i 1 1 as shown above, UNROLLS when discharged and spreads out in the
hve years we have thoroughly tested and ^^^ „, „„ ^he stack as wide as the length of the Sling, and in EXACTLY
greatly improved them. THE SAME SHAPE it lay on the load.
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LOUDEN MACHINERY COMPANY
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Louden Carry-All Hay Sling — Fig. 984
Fig. 984 (Entire)
Specifications
Trip rope and search rope, ys inch.
Ropes clamped to cross bars with steel hook bolts.
Sling coupling of malleable iron.
Safe working capacity, 2,000 pounds.
Weight, 36 pounds.
Price: $4.67
For use in any type of barn.
Can be handled with any Sling Hay Carrier.
Standard width of sling, 6 feet.
Cross bars are of hard wood, 2"x2"x6'.
Length of sling is adjustable from 15 to 21 feet.
Main ropes }^ inch.
Center cross rope, ^'g inch.
The Carry-All is the popular leader of the widely known and widely used Louden line of Hay Slings.
It is designed for hard, heavy work and yet it works so perfectly and so easily that it is adapted for use
anywhere that a hay sling can be used.
This sling is strong enough to permit unloading an ordinary load of hay at a single lift, and can safely
be used to handle ton loads. The design of the sling is new. The two cross bars in the center are held
close together and are connected by a strong double lock instead of one lock only, as generally used.
This is the ideal sling for handling short growths, such as threshed straw, headed grain, bound grain,
dry or short clover and alfalfa. On account of its close construction and the fact that it is connected at
two points in the middle, there is no chance for short hay or straw to shatter through or fall out. The
sling is equally adapted for handling the long and heavy growths.
The double lock works easily and perfectly. The trip rope attaches to one lock only, the other lock
being merely a hook and an eye. A slight pull on the single trip rope releases both locks simultaneously.
The lock releases as easy under a heavy load as a light one. In coupling the sling together the hook is
inserted in the eye and at the other end the catch is snapped into place. The connection is quickly made
and will hold securely.
Page Thirty-Six
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(4-ft., Moon; 5-ft., Mars)
Specifications
For use wherever a sling can be used.
Can be handled on any Sling Hay Carrier.
Furnished in 4-ft. width and 5-ft. width.
Cross bars are of 2-inch by 2-inch hard wood.
Length of sling is adjustable from 13 feet to 21 feet.
Main ropes 3-2 inch.
Trip rope 3^ inch.
Ropes clamped to cross bars with Steel Hook Bolts.
Sling coupling of malleable iron.
Safe working capacity, 1 ,000 pounds.
Weight, 4-ft. size, I6J2 pounds.
Price: $2.13 (4-ft. size).
Weight, 5-ft. size, 27 pounds.
Price: $2.53 (5-ft. size).
Louden Three-Rope Sling
The Louden Three-Rope Shng is
very strong and dependable. There
are three main ropes on each side.
This offers a close, compact construc-
tion and makes this a desirable sling
for handling the shorter growths of
hay or threshed straw.
The coupling in the center is made
strong for heavy work. The latch
holds securely until the proper time
when an easy pull on the trip rope
will cause the coupling to separate
and sling to drop its load.
This sling is adapted for use any-
where that a sling can be used.
Louden Standard
Hay Sling
The Standard Sling is the first suc-
cessful type of hay sling placed on the
market. It is a serviceable sling for
general use and will give good wear and
service. For extreme short stuff we rec-
commend one of the more closely con-
structed slings described in these pages.
The Standard Hay Sling has the
strength and wearing qualities necessary
for satisfactory work, and the moderate
price at which the sling is sold has made
it very popular among hay growers. The
sling is adjustable in length from 15 feet
to 21 feet.
Fig. 324 (Moxie)
Specifications
For use in any type of barn. Can be handled with any Sling Hay Carrier.
Will handle any kind of hay. Width of sling, 6 feet.
Cross bars are of hard wood, 2 inches by 2 inches by 6 feet.
Length of sling is adjustable from 15 feet to 21 feet.
Main ropes, ^4 inch. Center cross ropes, ^^ inch.
Trip rope and search rope, ys inch.
Ropes clamped to cross bars with steel hook bolts.
Sling coupling of malleable iron. Safe working capacity, 1 ,600 pounds.
Weight, 28 pounds. Price: $3.33
Fig. 600 (Modern)
Specificr.tions
For use in any type of barn.
Can be handled with any Sling Hay Carrier.
Standard width of sling, 5 feet.
Cross bars are of hard wood, 2 inches by 2 inches by 5 feet.
Length of sling is adjustable from 15 to 21 feet.
Main ropes }i inch.
Trip rope, ys inch.
Ropes clamped to cross bars with Steel Hook Bolts.
Sling coupling of malleable iron.
Safe w^orking capacity, 1 ,400 pounds.
Weight, 20 pounds. Price: $2.67
Louden California
Hay Sling
The California Hay Sling is de-
signed for handling any kind of hay.
It is especially recommended for very
short hay or bound or headed grain.
It is called the California Sling be-
cause of the great demand for it in
the Golden State.
With the exception of the Carry-
All it is the heaviest and most compact
sling we make. The coupling in the
center is extra heavy and has a strong
catch that will hold securely until the
proper time when it trips easily.
The sling is adjustable in length
from 1 5 feet to 2 1 feet and by loosen-
ing the hook bolts the cross bars may
be adjusted to fit any rack.
Page Thirty-Seven
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FAIRFIELD. 1 ONVA
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Fig. 1106-A
Weight
2 pounds
Price, $1.00
Fig. 328 (Martyr)
Sling Coupling — Fig. 516
The coupling used with all Louden Slings except the Carry-All.
The coupling is made of malleable iron. The working parts are completely pro-
tected and the trip cord can be easily and quickly attached. While the catch is posi-
tive and secure, a slight pull on the trip rope will cause the coupling to unlatch.
Weight, 21/2 pounds. Price: $ .67
Louden Handy Hay Sling and Holder
Fig. 1106
(For Use With Sling Carrier Only)
Weight, Three-Rope Sling 4f pounds Price, Three-Rope Sling $1.60
Weight, Two-Rope Sling 3 J pounds Price, Two-Rope Sling 1.17
The ease and convenience with which this all-rope sling can
be handled has gained for it the appropriate name "Handy".
As the sling has no spreaders it can more easily be carried and
spread on the rack than slings having cross bars.
The sling trips at the end (or side) instead of in the center as do
other slings. The sling can be made up of two ropes or three ropes
as desired. The sling holder is provided with three latch hooks to
carry either style sling.
The Louden Handy Hay Sling is the only sling of its kind that
is made adjustable so it can be lengthened or shortened to fit any
length rack. It will handle any kind of hay or forage. The sling
is easily drawn out from under hay in the mow and can be used
in filling the barn full up to the comb. Three slings are generally
required for each wagon.
Only one holder is required for each carrier. The holder is made
of malleable iron. The holder is intended for use with
right angle or parallel sling pulleys. The latch or trip
in the holder is quickly set and is secure and will trip
easily at the proper time.
Side Trip Sling Holder
(For Use With Fork Carrier Only)
Fig. 328 represents our Side Trip SHng Holder, and
Fig. 329 is the same with ropes attached. The ropes
are laid crosswise on the rack under hay to be elevated
and the ends are drawn up by hand. The looped ends
are slipped over the trip Y, which is then locked. The
other ends are usually drawn through the hook H and
tied in a bow knot. Four sets of ropes to a wagon are
generally used.
Weight, 2^4 pounds.
Price: $1.00
Fig. 1106 (Handy)
Fig. 329
How To Securely Clamp Metal Parts Together
1 St. Put all the clamps on loosely so the parts can be easily racked to line them up properly.
2d. After they are all in proper position draw the nuts up tight with a wrench.
3d. When tightly drawn, hit the heads of the bolts heavily with a hammer to set them.
4th. Tighten up the nuts again with a wrench as much as can be safely done.
When treated this way the bolts will not be liable to get loose but without hammering their heads so as
to solidly set them they will be liable to work loose under a strain and especially so under a jar. This
is important in attaching clamps of any kind, especially splice clamps for overhead track, couplings and
clamps for connecting the tubing of animal stalls and pens together, especially pens to hold vicious bulls
and for other purposes requiring solidity and durability of structure.
Page Thirty-Eight
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"'Sgi^T^ FAIRFIE^. IOWA ^^^j^^^^^^^^^^
Louden Fork Clevis — Fig. 652
Specifications
Can be used with Parallel or Right-angle Sling
Pulleys.
Can be used with any style of fork.
Made of malleable iron.
Weight. 2J^ pounds.
Price: $ .33
^P'/^ ^ ".^ Figs. 652 and 653 represent our Fork
V ^^-T,t I -^ ' Clevis attached to sling pulleys and by
means of which a hay fork can be used
with Louden Hay Sling Carriers. The
Fork Clevis is attached to the top of the
fork by means of a heavy bushing placed
between the two sides of the clevis and
held in place by a bolt. The clevis with
the fork attached can be hooked on to
the sling pulleys in a moment. There is
no loss of time making the change from
sling to fork. Fig. 653 (Maroon)
This clevis is largely used where a sling carrier is in the barn and the practice is followed of removing
the top of the load with a fork and cleaning up the rack with a sling. The fork can be hung in the middle
or one-third way from one end as may be necessary to balance it with double or triple draft. Fig. 652
shows the clevis in use with our Parallel pulleys and Fig. 653 with our Self-Locking Pulleys. The upper
end of Louden Balance Grapple Fork is shown in the illustrations.
Fig. 652 (Maroon)
Louden Sling Binding Pulley — Fig. 332
Many farmers and hay growers follow the practice of removing
the top of the load with a fork and cleaning up the rack with a
sling. Or, sometimes, it is necessary to haul a load of
straw that cannot well be handled with a fork, and it is
use a sling.
The Louden Sling Binding Pulley is the tool to us
work.
It can be used with any Hay Fork Carrier
and without any change of rope or re-threading
of carrier. In the illustration the Pulley A
represents the regular fork pulley used with
the carrier. The Pulley B is the Sling Binding
pulley. The Fork Pulley A is slipped through
the Sling Pulley B, the two pulleys are then
spread apart and hooked into the two ends of
the sling. When the load starts to lift, the
Fork Pulley A slips back through the Sling Pul-
ley B and registers in the carrier. This binds
the load securely and the carrier supports the
load as it is being carried back into the mow
the same as in ordinary work. The Pulley B
is the only extra part necessary to handle.
This can be kept hanging within easy reach of
the man on the load, so no time is lost in
changing from fork to sling.
Fig. 332 (Mentor)
Specifications
Frame made of malleable iron.
Wheels special quality gray iron.
Weight (part B only), 5 pounds.
Price: $2.00 (part B only).
Page Thirty-Nine
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Louden Self-Locking Sling
Pulleys Fig. 330
(Right Angle Sling Pulleys)
Specifications
Furnished with registering head to fit any Hay Carrier,
Used with Louden Carriers, slings are carried within 20
inches of the track.
Pulleys are of malleable iron except the wheels.
Wheels are of special quality gray iron.
Weight. 10 pounds.
Price: $2.00
It is sometimes desired to use Hay Slings in
barns already equipped with Fork Carriers. If
the track is good and the carrier is
strong and sturdy, this can be done.
Figs. 330-331 illustrate the Louden
Self-Locking Sling Pulleys. With
these pulleys slings can be handled
with any hay carrier, using a register-
ing head. We can furnish the pulleys
fitted with any of the registering heads
illustrated on opposite page and new
heads are made to fit other carriers
when there is sufficient call for them.
Our advice to customers who wish
to use Hay Slings and who have a
considerable amount of hay to handle,
is to buy a regular sling carrier built
for heavy work.
However, we sell thousands of these sling pulleys for use with fork carriers of all kinds and they always
give good satisfaction so long as care is used not to overload the carriers.
Fig. 422 represents a set of Louden Self-Locking Sling Pulleys in use with our Standard Fork Carrier,
Fig. 306. The pulleys are shown locked together but not yet registered
in the carrier. Fig. 330 is a front view of the pulleys locked together
and Fig. 331 is a side view of the pulleys spread apart to connect to
the sling. As the load is elevated, the two parts of the sling pulley come
together and lock as shown in Fig. 330. The
registering head then enters the carrier and is
engaged by the grappling hooks the same as the
fork pulley when a fork is being used.
Fig. 422
July 30, 1914.
Gentlemen: — We find your goods unexpect-
edly satisfactory. The hay track and carrier
works like a charm, and the hanger and barn
door tracks are past reproach. Thanking you
for all past favors, 1 remain,
Yours respectfully.
H. 1. Armour,
Rising Sun, Md.
Fig. 330
Page Forty
FAIRFIELD. IOWA '
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Registering Heads for Louden Self-Locking Sling Pulleys
RHI RH2
RH3
RH4 RH5 RH6
RH7
RH8 RH9
Louden Hall
Star
Leader Church Porter
Milwaukee
Reversible
Milwaukee Burbanks
Swivel Eclipse
f
RHIO RHIl RHI2 RHI3 RHI4 RH9S RHI6 RHI7
RHI8 RHI9
New and Osborn Jordan C, B. & Q. Myers
Superior O. K.
Ashland Myers Ideal and Janesville Haymaker
Combination Jumbo Deadlock or Imperial
RH20 RH2I RH22 RH23
RH24
RH25
RH26
RH27
Porter's Boyd Diamond New Boyd
Swivel Diamond Reversible
Unloader
Clover Leaf
W. B. Acme
1st Pattern
W. B. Acme
Improved
Louden
Senior
Meadow
King
Meyers Unloader
7-in. Sheave
The illustrations above show the Registering Heads
which we make for our Self -Locking Sling Pulleys.
These heads will fit the different carriers named.
When in doubt as to the head required, send the
fork pulley of your carrier by express, prepaid, and we
will fit the pulley with the proper head and return fork
pulley with order.
Price: $ .33 each
Page Forty-One
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Fig. 649 (Mastiff)
Louden Parallel Sling Pulleys
Fig. 649
Specifications
Can be used with any Louden Hay Sling Carrier.
Can be used with any center-trip Hay Sling.
Frame of pulley of refined malleable iron.
Rope wheels of special quality gray iron.
Diameter of Rope Wheels, 4 inches.
Weight, per pair (2 pulleys), 10}^ pounds.
Price: $1.67 per pair (2 pulleys).
The Louden Parallel Sling Pulleys are built for service and wear and for use wherever there is need
for a sling pulley. The frame of the pulley is of malleable iron, with heavy reinforcing ribs at points where
strength is needed.
The meeting edges of the pulleys are provided with wide flanges and the upper ends are closed so they
cannot run into each other. The rope wheels and the pulley frames are made smooth and free from sharp
corners so they will not wear the rope. The hooks are fitted with self-acting safety stops to prevent the
slings from becoming detached. Eyes are provided in the lower end of the pulleys into which the end
of draft rope can be fastened when it is desired to rig the pulleys triple draft.
Louden Senior Parallel Pulleys
Fig. 650
Specifications
For use with cable draft rope.
Can be used with any center-trip Hay Sling.
Frame of pulley of refined malleable iron.
Rope wheels of special quality gray iron.
Diameter of Rope Wheels. 5 inches.
Weight, per pair (2 pulleys). 15J2 pounds.
Price: $2.33 per pair (2 pulleys).
Fig. 650 (Miller)
The Louden Senior Parallel Sling Pulleys are of the same design as the regular parallel sling pulleys
except they are larger and heavier and are fitted with sheaves or rope wheels for -K-inch cable draft rope
instead of manila rope. The Senior pulleys are desirable where the work is extremely heavy.
Right Angle and Parallel Pulleys
Fig. 412 shows how the hay is deposited in the mow
with respect to the Track A when Right Angle or Parallel
Sling Pulleys are used. The Right Angle Pulleys spread
the hay wider in the mow than the Parallel Pulleys, unless
the latter are twisted quarter round before tripping the
Fig. 412 sling.
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Fig. 467 (Paragon)
Fig. 467. Knot Passing
Pulley. Malleable frame,
swivel eye, 6-inch hard
maple sheave seasoned in
oil.
Weight, 3J4 pounds.
Price: $4.40 per doz.
Fig. 468 (Prelude)
Fig. 468. Draft Pulley.
Malleable frame, swivel
eye, 6-inch hard maple
sheave seasoned in oil.
Weight, 3 pounds.
Price: $3.67 per doz.
Louden High-Grade Pulleys
Use of Pulleys
Every article about a haying outfit should be first-
class, strong and durable. When hay tools break in the
haying season it means delay, loss of time, frequently
loss and injury of hay, and occasionally serious accidents.
Such breakages occur chiefly from the use of poor pulleys.
It is therefore important that every user of Hay Tools
should buy first-class pulleys.
We make a specialty of High-Grade Pulleys which we
illustrate on the following pages. We have given special
care and attention to the designing of our pulleys, taking
into consideration every detail which would add to their
merits. In making the eye and the frame we have placed
the metal where the strength is needed, and cut it out
where it is not needed, so that the pulley may have all
the strength necessary, and at the same time be light and
neat and not cumbersome to handle. The frame is made
in two parts, held together by rivets and bolts. The wheel
or sheave turns on a large malleable bushing, recessed into
the frame of the pulley and held in position by a bolt.
This gives the pulley great strength.
We handle the cheaper grade pulleys, but we cannot
too strongly recommend the use of the best pulleys
that can be purchased. Do not be persuaded to use
cheap pulleys. The saving is only a trifle in the first cost,
and the use of cheap pulleys may mean much damage
and loss in harvest. The best is the cheapest in the end.
Louden High-Grade Pulleys have, through many years
of continuous, satisfactory service, proved themselves
superior in design, construction and durability. They
have no sharp corners to wear the rope. The eyes are
heavily ribbed and have tubular swivels, which add
materially to their strength and efficiency.
(Passport)
Fig. 494. Knot Passing
Pulley. Malleable frame,
swivel eye, 6-inch diameter
sheave. Sheave made of
special quality gray iron.
Weight, 5 ' 2 pounds.
Price: $5.13 per doz.
Fig. 495 .Password)
Fig. 495. Draft Pulley.
Malleable frame, swivel
eye, 6-inch diameter
sheave. Sheave made of
special quality gray iron
Weight, 5^8 pounds.
Price: $4.40 per doz.
The wood sheaves turn on large metallic bushings, recessed into the sides of the
_ pulley frames, held in place by heavy bolts. The bearings in the iron sheaves also
I turn on large bushings which support the weight of the load and protect the connecting
bolts from wear.
Fig. 553
Sectional View
of Louden High
Grade Pulleys.
The sheaves in the four pulleys shown on this page are interchangeable. Fig. 553 is
a sectional view of the Iron Sheave Pulley, showing the tubular eye, the projection in
the frame which protects the rope from the edge of the sheave, the malleable bushings
on which the sheave turns, the recess in the frame in which the bushing rests, and the
bolt that holds it in place. This shows the sturdy construction which characterizes all
Louden High-Grade Pulleys and gives them marked superiority over all others.
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Louden Mammoth Pulley — Fig. 519
The Mammoth Pulley is made for heavy work.
It has a select 7-inch hard maple sheave, seasoned in
oil. It has the tubular swivel eye, large malleable
bushings on which the sheave turns, the guard over
the edge of the sheave to prevent the rope from
cutting, — in fact all of the good features of the pulleys
previously described, and in addition is larger and
stronger. The large sheave makes this pulley easy
on the rope.
Fig. 519 (Pencil)
Specifications
Weight, 5I4 pounds.
Price: $6.67 per doz.
Fig. 651 (Kuroki)
Specifications
Fig. 651. Cable Pulley.
Malleable iron frame. Swivel
eye. 7-inch diameter sheave.
Sheave made of special qual-
ity gray iron. Weight, 9
pounds.
Price: $12.00 per doz.
Cable Pulleys— Figs. 579-651
Our Cable Pulleys are made with malleable iron
frames and have all the good features of our Rope
Pulleys — the tubular swivel eye, frame made in two
parts, held together with bolts and rivets, large malle-
able bushing, held in recess in the pulley frame by a
bolt, and projections or guards in the opening of the
frame to protect the cable from the edge of the
sheaves (see page 43, Fig. 553). We make them with
iron wheels only, and the pulley throughout is made
extra strong. The hole in the sheave is chilled and
turns on a malleable bushing. The groove in the
sheave is made suitable for ' a-inch diameter wire cable.
Louden Upright Floor Pulley
Fig. 364
This pulley is designed for use on the floor
and in other places where common pulleys lop
over when the rope is loosened, thus causing the
rope to rub and bind in the pulleys. Every user
of Hay Tools knows this is annoying and
expensive.
Our upright Floor Pulley does not lop over
or unhook, nor bind and hold the rope while the
carrier is being drawn back. A slot in the bot-
tom of the pulley slips over the head of the skein
bolt, which is screwed into the floor and while
holding the pulley upright, lets it turn freely in
any direction. They may be used with as good
results on a wall or a post in a vertical or inclined
position, as in a horizontal position.
Fig. 579 (Perfect)
Specifications
Fig. 579. Cable Pulley.
Malleable iron frame.
Swivel eye. 8-inch diam-
eter sheave. Sheave is
made of special quality
gray iron. Weight, 9J^
pounds.
Price: $16.00 per doz.
Fig. 364 (Palace)
Specifications
Fig. 364. Floor Pulley. Mal-
leable iron frame. 4?2-inch
diameter sheave. Sheave made of
hard maple seasoned in oil.
Attaches to floor with lag screw.
Weight. 5^2 pounds.
Price: $6.67 per doz.
Louden Machinery Co., Fairfield, Iowa. Ridgway, 111. Feb. 9. 1914.
Gentlemen:
1 received the large Grapple Fork you shipped January 1 0th, which was in good condition. I am
well
satisfied with the fork. I have been handling short wheat straw. I was surprised to see the fork handle
the
loose straw so well, which means that I am more than satisfied with it.
Yours very truly.
Kelly E. Moye.
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Fig. 1139
1 1 has I ^^-in. iron
Built extra strong for -'s-in.
Fig. 359 Fig. 435 Fig. 360
(Pointer) (Perch) (Parasite)
Fig. 366 is our Fork Pulley used with all of our Fork
Fig. 366 Carriers except our Senior Carrier, Fig. 1100.
(logard) J J. jj^g ^ 4-inch sheave and a strong malleable frame with
safety hook that has the tubular swivel. Weight, 3^4 pounds. Price: $ .67
Fig. 359 is our Return Pulley with 3-in. wood sheave for }-^-in. rope and smaller.
Made the same as our High-grade pulleys on page 43. Weight, I pound.
Price: $2.00 per doz.
Fig. 435 is our Comb Pulley, for lifting cord to pass over, in the peak of barn
sheave. Weight, }/2 pound. Price: $2.40 per doz.
Fig. 360 is our Malleable Case Check Pulley with 1 }4: ^^- •■'O'^ sheave
rope and smaller. Weight, 7 ounces. Price: $1.20 per doz.
Fig. 1139 is our Fork Pulley used with our Senior Fork Carrier only. It has a 7-in. sheave made
of special gray iron. Both Fork Pulleys are built on the same line as our high grade pulleys.
Weight, 9X pounds. Price: $1.00 . , o ^ l r» ii oi 1 f ^oo
Louden bnatch rulley clock — rig. bZS
The Snatch Pulley Block shortens the distance the horse
travels. After passing through the lower draft pulley, the
end of the rope is made fast to the barn wall or a stake driven
in the ground. Before making the end of the rope fast a
washer should be slipped on and a knot tied in the rope, as
shown in the illustration. The Snatch Pulley can then be put
in place on the rope. One side of the pulley is open so the
rope can be thrown off and on. When the load is pulled into
the mow, the rope can be thrown off the
pulley and the fork returned to the wagon
without waiting for the — il' *)ll ^^
return of the horse.
Fig. 623 (Pawn)
Specifications
Frame made of malleable iron.
Rope wheel special quality gray iron.
Rope wheel 4 inches diameter.
Weight, 4X pounds. Price: $6.67 per doz.
Cast Frame Pulleys
Fig. 522. Cast Frame Draft Pulley, 6-inch wood sheave
large, loose pin, self-oiling axle. Weight, 3)4 pounds.
Price: $2.13 per doz.
Fig. 729. Cast Frame Knot Passing Pulley, 6-inch wood
sheave has large, loose pin, self-oiling axle. Weight, 4 pounds
Price: $2.67 per doz.
Fig. 641 (Ray)
Fig. 642 (Frank)
Fig. 522 (Presto) Fig. 729 (Peter)
Wood Frame Pulley — Reed Pattern
The frame is made of hard wood held together
by rivets at the top. It is provided with wrought
steel yoke to support the large, hollow, self-lubri-
cating axle on which the sheave turns. Sheaves
made of hard maple. A good strong pulley. Fig.
641 shows the pulley with steel hook. Fig. 642
shows pulley with malleable eye. Weight, 2^
pounds. Price: $2.67 per doz.
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Louden Pulley Hooks, Etc.
Fig. 389. Steel Floor Pulley Hook, ^ x 7 inches.
Weight, per dozen, 15 pounds. Price: $0.93 per dozen.
Fig. 390. Steel Rafter Pulley Hook, 5 8x6 inches.
Weight, per dozen, 103^ pounds. Price: $0.80 per dozen.
Fig. 391. Steel Return Pulley Hook, J4x33^ inches.
Weight, per dozen, 3 pounds. Price: $ 0.67 per dozen.
Pulley Holders for
Steel Track
The Pulley Holders, Fig. 469 and Fig.
Fig. 389 Fig. 390 Fig- 391 470, were designed for use with the
(Ensign) (Envoy) (Exde) ^^^^^^ ^^.^^^ ^^^^^^^ p.^ 529^ p^^^
1 5, and also at any other place where it is necessary to hang a pulley
immediately underneath a Steel Hay Carrier Track.
Fig. 469 shows Pulley Holders for Single-Bead Steel Track.
Weight, I '4 pounds. Price: $0.17 each
Fig. 470 shows Pulley Holder for Double-Bead Steel Track.
Weight, '8 pounds. Price: $0.17 each.
Both are made of refined malleable iron and are clamped to the steel track with heavy bolts,
Fig. 469
(Province)
Fig. 470
(Provost)
How to Set Pulley Hooks
Pulley Hooks should always be set so they will stand straight with the line of draft, as shown by the
dotted lines. When the pull is crossways it will bend the hook. Of the illustration above, the first, third
and fifth are right; while second, fourth and sixth are wrong. It is the Cross Pull that bends or breaks
the hook. A ^ s or '4 hook put in right will stand more than a 'a-inch hook put in wrong.
Louden Bracket Pulley Holder — Fig. 348
Specifications
For supporting pulley for draft rope.
Made of malleable iron.
Will carry any common pulley.
Weight, 3 pounds.
Price: $0.40 each.
Louden Bracket Pulley Holder is used to carry the draft rope out through
the barn siding close to the eaves and carries the rope close to the mow so
that the hay does not interfere with the rope or pulleys when the mow is full.
The hole in the side of the barn is small and the pulley is up close to the eave
and is always in the dry. Pulley can be put in or removed easily from inside
of the barn. In barns where hay is taken in at one end or both ends, if the
rope is run the nearest way to the ground from the end of the track, it reduces
friction and requires less rope.
Please refer to Fig. 608, page 53, and Fig. 609, page 55, and note
position of the Bracket Pulley Holder D. These show the proper use of the
The holder supports the pulley and at the same time allows it to adjust itself in
line with the draft. It also holds the rope free so it does not rub and wear on the timbers. To attach
the holder, cut a hole in the barn siding 4 inches wide and 8 or 10 inches high. Bolt the holder in place
as shown, so the hook will be even with the top of the hole. Bolts are furnished with the holder. This
is an inexpensive article that should be included with every hay-unloading outfit for barns as described.
The saving in the amount of draft rope required, the less amount of wear on the rope, and the reduced
friction, make the Bracket Pulley Holder a profitable investment immediately.
Fig. 348 (Pyramid)
Bracket Pulley Holder.
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Louden Hoisting Singletree — Fig. 344
Specifications
For use wherever hoisting is to be done with a horse.
Body of hard wood.
Trimmings of malleable iron.
Weight, 6 pounds.
Price: $1.00 each.
The Louden Hoisting Singletree was designed for use anywhere that hoisting
is to be done with a horse or team when the Singletree has no support. It is
especially popular and desirable for use with the hay unloading rig at hay time.
It is equally valuable for any kind of hoisting with horse power, plowing or
cutting ice, plowing in orchards, vineyards or other places when the ends of the
singletree is liable to injure the trees or vines.
Fig. 344 (Prince) yj^g Singletree does not drag against the horse's legs, and the traces do not
unhook or get under the horse's feet in backing or turning. The traces pass through keepers (K) and
along back of singletree to hook in center. The Singletree being bent, this brings it close to the horse,
like a breeching, without having to shorten the traces and it is held up by a cord (C), having a snap (S),
which hooks into the trace carrier iron. The eye to which the draft rope is fastened is swiveled, which
keeps it from kinking.
The Singletree saves much time. The horse can be turned short around and there is no chance for
the horse to get over the traces. Also the rope is held up off the ground so the horse cannot step on it.
Louden's Spreader Attachment — Fig. 345
Fig. 345 shows our Spreader Attachment by which two
Singletrees can be hitched together for use with a team. For
ordinary hoisting purposes, we use a rope with a spreader and
attach the hoisting rope to it at E, as shown by enlarged figure in
center. For other work a chain may be used. There is no other
rig equal to this for four or six horse teaming, as it does not
strike the horses' legs and causes no weight whatever on the
necks of the team behind. To attach Singletrees remove the
hooks from ends of Spreader C, hook on Singletree and replace
hooks and bolts. Weight, 5 pounds. Price: $ .67 each.
Fig. 345
Louden Lightning Rope Hitch — Fig. 367
Made of Malleable Iron
Fig. 383 (Excelsior)
For quickly connecting Singletrees or Doubletrees to Louden Swivel Rope
draft rope. No time lost tieing or untieing knots in the Hook with safety latch.
p- 1K7 IP rope. The rope is slipped through the hitch and the Weight H pound.
fig. ibi (tmery) ^^^ ^^^^ around and slipped under itself. It can be P"ce: $ .17 each
instantly attached or detached and will hold securely; also can be adjusted to lengthen or shorten the
rope. It is provided with a safety hook which will not become unlatched. Weight, 1/8 pounds.
$2.13 per doz.
Louden Offset Hinges — Fig. 349
Specifications
Pric
Weight (one hinge only), 2 pounds.
Price: $ .28 (one hinge only).
Fig. 349 (Puss)
with the hay carrier.
For gable hay doors on barns.
Made of malleable iron.
Hinged together with heavy bolt.
Weight full set fittings for gable door (2 hinges, 2 hooks and staples, 2 small hooks). 4}4 pounds.
Price: $1.33, full set fittings for gable door.
The Louden Offset Hinge was designed for use on the gable hay doors on
barns. The hinge is made with an offset to allow the door to lap on the siding
to shut out wind and rain. It is made of malleable iron and is very strong.
Two hinges are sufficient for all ordinary doors. For extremely large, heavy
doors three hinges should be used. The hinge is made wide to insure a solid
bearing on the door and to give plenty of room for bolts and screws.
The gable hay door hung with our Offset Hinges, as shown in Fig. 349
is practical, cheap and easy to make. The door can be opened and closed
This can be done from the ground either by hand or with a horse.
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Louden Improved Hay Rack Clamps — Fig. 555
Specifications
For building Hay Racks of all sizes.
U-shaped bolts are steel, J^ inch diameter, 12,14,16,
and 18 inches long.
Top washer and intermediate plate malleable iron.
Clip washer of steel.
A set of clamps consists of the following:
8 top washers "W". 8 intermediate plates, "P".
8 lower clip plates "C". 8 U-shaped clamp bolts
■■B".
Weight, per set 12-inch bolts, 1 1 J 2 pounds.
Price: $1.00 per set 12-inch bolts.
Weight, per set 14-inch bolts, 1 1 ^4 pounds.
Price: $1.00 per set 14-inch bolts.
Weight, per set 16-inch bolts, 1234 pounds.
Price: $1.07 per set 16-inch bolts.
Weight, per set 18-inch bolts, 13' 2 pounds.
Price: $1.14 per set 18-inch bolts.
By means of the Louden Hay
Clamps and Plates the timbers of the
Rack
rack
can be put together and securely held in position without having to bore holes in the sills or upper
cross pieces. The rack can be built in one-half the time where the clamps are used and timbers are not
weakened by having holes bored in them.
In illustration, Fig. 647, is shown a hay rack under course of construction, the main and cross sills
having been clamped together. The washers are placed at the points "W", the intermediate plates at
"P", and the clip plates at "C". There is no easier way or better place to build a hay rack than on the
running gears of a wagon. No measuring will be necessary and the rack will always fit the bolsters.
Lengthen out reach until weight of the load will be evenly divided between front and rear axles; stand
main sills on edge close up to standards; place cross sills in position and clamp the two together as shown
in Figs. 646 and 647. The upper cross pieces should be set about two inches back from the ends of main
sills in order that the intermediate plates may get a good, firm hold on the timbers. In this way any one
can build a good rack in a short time, the only tools necessary being wrench and hammer. The rack will
be about one-third stronger than if built in the old way, as the sills will not be weakened by holes, and
the time saved will more than pay for the clamps.
The Intermediate Plates
are of malleable iron and
have heavy flanged edges
or shoulders to fit over the
edges of the main sills "S",
and cross pieces "D", hold-
ing them firmly in position.
These plates also have lugs
or projections (two above
and two below), that are
driven into the timbers
when the clamps are drawn
down tight, thus prevent-
ing all rubbing or chafing
and makingit impossible for
the sills or cross pieces to
warp and get out of line.
The Top Washers are
also of malleable iron and
have a good, wide bearing
surface to prevent them
from cutting into the wood.
The steel bottom plates are
extra heavy and not only
act as washers but prevent
the bottom cross pieces from
being split by a severe
strain.
Material Necessary for Sixteen-Foot Rack
Two pieces 2x8, 16 ft. long for main sills.
One piece 2x4, 16 ft long to be cut up for bottom pieces
Four pieces 2x4, 7 ft. long for cross bars.
Two pieces 2x4, 6 ft. long for front ladder.
Four pieces 2x6, 6 ft. long for sides of rear wheel covering.
Four boards 1x8, 16 ft. long for lengthwise pieces on sides.
One board 1x6, 12 ft. long for tops of wheel coverings.
Two boards 1x12, 16 ft. long for bottom of rack.
The above specifications cover material necessary for rack 7x16 feet to be used with
our 14-inch clamps; but if it is desired to make a rack of different length or width the
dimensions of the lumber must be changed accordingly. To build a rack with larger
main or cross sills use the 16 or 18 inch clamps.
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Louden Combination Rack Irons Fig. 593
For Making Hay Racks, Hog Racks, and Wood Racks
Specifications
The castings D and H are of the best malleable iron.
A set securely packed in a box consists of 8 holders D,
8 inside irons H, and 40 bolts; all ^g diameter. They are
packed with bolts for 8-inch side rails. The lower out-
side bolts are 5 ^ 2 and the lower inside bolts are 7 inches
long. For 6-inch side rails change these bolts for bolts
2 inches shorter: and for 10-inch side rails, 2 inches
longer. Weight, per set, 23 pounds. Price: $2.33
per set.
They are most practical and serviceable
rack irons. The iron D is a regular stake holder,
Fig. 593 (Fox) Fig. 594 Fig. 595 provided with lugs or bars at the upper end
between which the cross limber E of the rack is held by a bolt pasing through the lugs and timber, es
shown in Fig. 593. The castings are of the best malleable iron.
In changing to a hog or wood rack the cross timber E is removed and the stake C inserted in the
holder. It may be bolted there if desired, as shown by Fig. 594. The stake is set edgewise, which makes
it much stronger than when set sidewise.
The bottom timber B, is held in place by two bolts, one on each side of the timber A. Figs. 593 and
594 show the outside bolt passed through the bottom of the holder D, and the timber B. Fig. 595 shows
the inside bolt, supported by iron H. Castings D and H are clamped to opposite sides of the timber A
by two common bolts. There is no chance for the timbers to spread apart.
Louden Stake Holders
Fig. 398. Malleable iron. Rounded at the edges to
prevent wear on the stake. Is held in place by a }/2-inch
clip bolt, furnished with each holder. Will receive stake
l^'S X 3J^ inches. A very strong holder.
Weight, 1 14 pounds. Price: $2.67 pel dozen.
Fig. 398' 2- Malleable iron. Tapering and rounded
at edges to prevent wear on the stake. Held in place
by ordinary bolts (bolts not furnished with holder).
Weight, 1 V4 pounds. Price: $1.60 per dozen.
Fig. 624. Steel stake holder. 2^2 inches wide, }^-
inch thick. Will hold 2x3 or 2x4 inch stake, tapering at
lower end. This holder is designed to bolt to the ends of
the cross timbers on a hay rack, so the basket of the hay
rack may be removed from the floor or attached to it at
will. Weight, 132 pounds. Price: $1.67 per dozen.
Fig. 627. Pressed steel stake holder. Is made from
steel 3 inches wide and ' g inch thick and holds stake
1 3 2^3 inches. The top is flaring and bent over to prevent
wearing a notch into the stake. This is an inexpensive
and durable stake holder.
Weight, 1 pound. Price: $1.00 per dozen.
Louden Self-Opening Ice Tongs
Specifications
Main body and tines are best crucible steel.
Handle of refined malleable iron.
Riveted together with heavy non-rust rivets.
Points of tines tempered for sharpening.
Made in three sizes:
Fig. 426. 1 3-inch size. Weight, 2 1 i pounds. Price : $8.00 per doz.
Fig. 695. 17-inch size. Weight, 2'ji pounds. Price: $8.50 per doz.
Fig. 696. 21 -inch size. Weight, 3 pounds. Price: $9.00 per doz.
The Louden Self Opening Tongs can be operated
perfectly with one hand. When the hand is closed
down on the handle the tongs open to their widest
extent. When picking up a block of ice or other
article, the weight of the article, when lifted, causes
the tongs to hold fast and firm.
The 13 -inch tong is the popular size for household use, while the two larger sizes are used for heavier
work. These tongs are excellent for moving small boxes, nail kegs, etc., in stores and warehouses.
Fig. 398>2 (Tampa)
Pressed Steel Stake
Holder
Fig. 627 (Beach)
Fig. 426
13-inch. ( Cardenas)
Fig. 695 17-inch (Mantanza)
Fig. 696 21-inch (Sharp)
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Louden Wire Stretcher and Hoist
Specifications
Wire Stretcher — Fig. 448
Fitted with 16 feet of ^g-inch sisal rope.
Weight. 534 pounds.
Price: $9.33 per dozen.
Hoist— Fig. 806
Fitted with 16 feet of Jg-inch sisal rope.
Weight, 3 pounds.
Price: $9.33 per dozen.
The Louden Wire Stretcher is the strongest tackle stretcher made. In
stretching the wire the operator stands away from the wire, out of danger,
while tightening the tension, instead of close up to it as with other stretchers.
The wire grips are fitted with raised flanges or guards which absolutely
prevent wires from slipping under the eccentric grips. These grips are
fitted with handle one-third longer than other stretchers, and have an
offset curve, giving more convenience and greater power for setting
Fig. 448 ^^^ S"P ^i*^^ ^^^ hand. Fig. 806
(Key West) The rope grip is positive and will never slip, but will hold the wire (Mole)
at any tension, or a load at any height.
The wire grips never fail to hold. It is equally satisfactory for stretching barbed wire or woven wire.
The frames of the pulley blocks are made of high-grade steel, and the fittings are the best malleable iron.
The iron rope sheaves are very smooth to prevent wear on the rope. They turn on special steel
thimbles, insuring ease of operation and great strength. The stretcher is reeved with a full |-inch rope,
which is included with it.
A swivel at the end next the wire and away from the
post lets the twist out of the wire but does not let the
stretcher itself turn and tangle the ropes, as do stretchers
having a swivel next to the post, or at both ends.
Fig. 448 shows the Louden Perfect Wire Stretcher
fitted with wire attachments.
Fig. 806 shows the same fitted with hooks for use as
a hoist. This hoist has a 400-pound capacity. When
in use the operator is away from the load instead of
under it.
Fig. 807 shows Louden's Perfect Wire Stretcher
stretching and splicing barbed wire; while Fig. 808 shows
same stretching woven wire fence, using two
stretchers, one at the top and the other at the
bottom of the fence. . . _ , , ,„,,
Apison. lenn., Aug. I. 1914.
Lounden Machinery Company, Fairfield, Iowa.
Gentlemen :
I beg leave to say that the outfit has given entire satis-
faction and that I am much pleased with it. I have used other
makes of hay forks but this is the best that I have ever seen.
It is the only fork in the community and has caused a
lot of comment. The gentleman from whom I bought the
farm came around to see it work. He had been handling
over a hundred acres of hay every year with the back-bi caking
pitchfork method, and when he saw the fork work and the
ease with which I filled my mow, he said, "That thing works
like it had good sense." I told him that the man who made
it had a good supply.
I shall always be ready to demonstrate the outfit to any
of my neighbors, for I feel that it is the best hired man that
a farmer can get. Thanking you for all favors. I am
Yours very truly, (Signed) J. L. Hinshaw.
Fig. 808
Fig. 807
Page Fifty
Perfect Louden Hoists (Without Ropes)
Fig. 532 Single Sheave
Weight, I6I4 pounds.
Price: $4.00
Fig. 533 Double Sheave
Weight, 27 pounds.
Price: $4.67
Fig. 534 Triple Sheave
Weight. 30 pounds.
Price: $5.33
Perfect Hoist— Fig. 449
Fig. 449. Double
Sheave Hoist
Reeved or Roped
Properly.
Fig. 449 shows our Perfect Hoist. It elevates, lowers, locks and unlocks with one
rope only, giving the operator both hands to control the load. It works in any
position — perpendicular, horizontal, or at right angle, and therefore can be used where
others cannot. It is made in eight sizes, from 400 to 3,000 pounds capacity, as shown
by the following table. Prices do not include rope.
Lbs.
No.
Sheaves
Sheaves
Diam. of
Size of
Lbs.
1 Man
Code
Weight
Price
Above
Below
Sheaves
Rope
Capacity
Can Lift
25
3
3
5 -inch
Mto>g
3000
700
Ruth
30 Pounds
$5.33
27
2
2
5 -inch
Mto3^
1800
500
Eliza
27 Pounds
4.67
29
I
1
5-inch
Mto 3^
1400
400
Jennie
I6I4 Pounds
4.00
31
3
3
4-inch
'AtoVs
2800
700
Emma
15?4 Pounds
4.00
33
2
2
4-inch
Mto^
1500
500
Elsie
1 1 3,4 Pounds
3.00
35
1
1
4-inch
J^to^
1200
350
Maude
91 > Pounds
2.67
37
2
2
3-inch
'A
800
400
Mabel
5 ^ 0 Pounds
2.13
39
1
I
3 -inch
A
400
200
Bessie
4 Pounds
1.60
^mS
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Barn Arrangements for Hay Tools
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Center Drive Barn
Fig. 607 shows how our Hay Tools are generally fitted up so as to take the hay from the driveway in
the center and deposit it, first in one end of the barn and then in the other. The track should be 6 or
8 feet shorter than the barn. This will bring it within 3 or 4 feet of the ends of the barn, which
is close enough. To make it good and strong, a hanger and bracket should be placed on each rafter, and
for sling and other heavy work it is better to place them on both sides of the rafter, at the point where
the hay is taken up.
A collar beam should be spiked to the second pair of rafters from
each end, in which hooks are to be screwed for the Pulleys C and H,
as shown in Fig. 617. This will bring the ends of the track within
about a foot of the pulleys as shown in the cut. The collar beams
may be 2x6, or 4x4 — chamfered off thin at the ends so they can be
properly spiked to the rafters. When a piece 2 inches thick is
used, an inch piece should be nailed on the back of the center where
the screw of the hook goes through, so as to make it 3 inches thick
at this place. The collar beams should be about 4 feet long with
the ends cut the slant of the rafters, or long enough so the pulley
attached to it will let the rope run close to, but not rub on the
under side of the track.
(Note — It is a poor plan to screw the hook into one of the rafters, as shown in some hay tool catalogs,
because in heavy work it is liable to pull out a single rafter.)
To reverse the carrier, run the carrier into the trip lock at B, move the Pulley C to the other end of
the barn at H, change pulley from E to J and pulley from F to K. A swinging pull on the rope leading
down to the fork will swivel the lower frame of the carrier around and everything is then ready to work
in the opposite mow. Only 3 pulleys are required, but it is well to always have an extra pulley or
two on hand.
To get the length of the draft rope, double the distance from A to B when a Double Draft Carrier is
used, then add the distances f ron B to C, C to E and E to F and allow 10 to 15 feet extra for the Single-
tree G. When a Triple Draft Carrier is used, treble the distance from A to B and add to it the distance
from B to the Singletree G, and then add the length of the hay rack for Slings.
Fig. 617
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Barn Arrangements for Hay Tools— Continued
Specifications for Hay Fork Unloading Outfit with Swivel Connection for Center
Hoist Barn, 60 feet Long
Fig. Page Unit Price Total
1 Louden Junior Fork Carrier 430 6 $4.33 each $4.33
54 ft. Double Bead Steel Track 571 30 .12 per ft. 6.48
28 Standard Two-Part Hangers '. , . . 498 30 1.00 per doz. 2.33
28 Standard Rafter Brackets 424 31 .48 per doz. 1.12
1 Standard 6~Tine Grapple Fork 351 32 6.67 each 6.67
3 High-Grade Knot Pulleys 467 43 4.40 per doz. 1.10
2 Floor Pulley Hooks 389 46 .93 per doz. .16
4 Rafter Pulley Hooks 390 46 .80 per doz. .26
*1 Hoisting Singletree 344 47 1.00 each 1.00
*1 Lightning Rope Hitch 367 47 2.13 per doz. .18
Total $23.63
*The Hoisting Singletree and Lightning Rope Hitch may be omitted if desired, but they are handy
and will soon pay for themselves in the convenience they add to the equipment.
We recommend the 6-tine Balance Grapple Fork as listed for all around work in all kinds of hay. Any
other fork may be substituted if desired.
If a Wood Track outfit is wanted substitute a Louden Junior Wood Track Carrier (Fig. 441). Also
substitute Wood Track Hanger Hooks (Fig. 780) for the Steel Track Hangers.
Specifications for Hay Sling Unloading Outfit for Center Hoist Barn
60 feet long
Fig. Page Unit Price Total
1 Cross Draft Hay Carrier 817 18 $8.67 each $3.67
54 ft. Double Bead Steel Track 571 30 .12 per ft. 6.48
28 Standard Two-Part Hangers 498 30 1.00 per doz. 2.33
28 Standard Rafter Brackets 424 31 .48 per doz. 1.12
3 Carry-All Hay Slings 984 36 4.67 each 14.01
3 High-Grade Knot Pulleys 467 43 4.40 per doz. 1.10
2 Floor Pulley Hooks 389 46 .93 per doz. .16
4 Rafter Pulley Hooks 390 46 .80 per doz. .26
*2 Hoisting Singletrees 344 47 1.00 each 2.00
*1 Rope Spreader for Same 343 47 .67 each .67
*1 Lightning Rope Hitch 367 47 2.13 per doz. .18
Total .$36.98
An End Hoist Barn
Fig. 608
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An End Hoist Barn— Continued
Fig. 608 on preceding page shows a barn arranged to take the hay in at one end. The Hay Door,
which is cut high up in the gable, should be large enough to take in the largest forkful or sling load without
pulling off the loose hay to make litterings. When there is room it is well to make the door 8 to 1 0 feet
wide and 10 to 12 feet high for a fork, and 10 to 12 feet wide and 12 to 15 feet high for Slings. Of
course, doors a little smaller will do in a way, but the verdict of every one is "the bigger the better".
The track should extend out from three to four feet, according to the size of the barn and the door
and whether a fork or slings are to be used. Generally the track should be about the same length as the
barn, a pulley collar being used and the back end of the track running within three or four feet of the back
end of the barn, as in Fig. 607. The extension support for the track should be good and strong according
to the loads it has to carry and should extend out as far as the track, and back into the barn from two
to four rafters, and be securely supported therein.
By using our Offset Hinges the door will effectually turn water at the bottom. It can be easily opened
and closed with the carrier by removing the fork or sling and hitching the pulley to the looped rope se-
cured by eye bolts to the top batten. A large door should have three hinges. This outfit requires three
Draft Pulleys. A Bracket Pulley Holder should be used at D.
To get the length of Draft Rope double the distance A to B when a Double Draft Carrier is used, then
the distance from B around by C and D to E, adding ten or fifteen feet more to the singletree F. For a
Triple Draft Carrier treble the distance from A to B, and add the other distances as before, and the ■
length of the hay rack for slings.
Fork Outfit for End Hoist
Fig. Page Unit Price Total
1 Louden Standard Steel Track Carrier 306 10 $4.33 each $4.33
50 ft. Single Beaded Steel Track 584 30 .12 per ft. 6.00
26 Standard Two-Part Hangers 498 30 1.00 per doz. 2.17
26 Louden Rafter Brackets 424 31 .48 per doz. 1.04
1 Standard 6-Tine Grapple Fork 351 32 6.67 each 6.67
3 High-Grade 6.inch Draft Pulleys 468 43 3.67 per doz. .92
1 Louden Bracket Pulley Holder 348 46 .40 each .40
1 Steel Floor Pulley Hook 389 46 .93 per doz. .08
1 Steel Rafter Pulley Hook 390 46 .80 per doz. .07
*1 Louden Hoisting Singletree 344 47 1.00 each 1.00
*1 Louden Lightning Rope Hitch 367 47 2.13 perdoz. ^
Total $22.86
*The last two items may be omitted if desired, but we urge our customers to include them with the
outfit as they are time and labor savers.
Any other hay fork may be substituted but we recommend the Grapple Fork for all kinds of hay.
Specifications for Hay Sling Unloading Outfit for End Hoist Barn
50 feet long
Fig. Page Unit Price Total
1 Iowa Sling Carrier 821 14 $8.67 each $8.67
50 ft. Double Bead Steel Track 571 30 .12 per ft. 6.00
26 Standard Two-Part Hangers 498 30 1.00 per doz. 2.17
26 Standard Rafter Brackets 424 31 .48 per doz. 1.04
3 Standard 5-ft. Slings 666 37 2.53 each 7.59
3 High-Grade Knot Pulleys 467 43 4.40 per doz. 1.10
1 Bracket Pulley Holder 348 46 .40 each .40
1 Floor Pulley Hook 389 46 .93 per doz. .08
1 Rafter Pulley Hook 390 46 .80 per doz. .07
*2 Hoisting Singletrees 344 47 1.00 each 2.00
*1 Rope Spreader 345 47 .67 each .67
*1 Lightning Rope Hitch 367 47 2.13 per doz. AS
Total $29.97
*The last three items specified, while not absolutely necessary, are handy time savers. They can be
included or not as preferred.
Three slings, the number ordinarily used on each wagon, are specified. More slings should be ordered
for more wagons. For heavy work we would recommend substituting the Carry-All Sling for the Standard
Sling.
Page Fifty-Foul
Double End Hoist Barn
Fig. 609 represents a long barn arranged to take the hay in at each end. It has hay door and track
extensions at each end. The track runs continuously from one to the other. The track should be from
4 to 8 feet longer than the barn to provide for the extensions. The cut shows the Carrier and rope
arranged to take the hay in at the right hand end.
•No Change of Pulleys
(Patented)
Fig. 609
When a Swivel Carrier is used all that is necessary to reverse it is to run
the Carrier along the track from one end to the other and swivel it around.
This can be easily and quickly done with the trip cord of the fork or sling.
None of the pulleys have to be changed. This outfit requires three Draft
Pulleys and is good for a barn 80 to 100 feet long. It is the easiest and
quickest to reverse, requiring no change whatever of the rope or pulleys.
A Side Collar Beam is spiked to two or more of the rafters at one side of
the track near the middle of the barn at C (more plainly shown by Fig. 628),
'^' so that the Carrier can run freely by it on the track. A hook for the pulley
is screwed into this collar beam and the rope is run down to the side of the barn where it passes over the
Pulley D hung on our Bracket Pulley Holder and then down to the Pulley E and Singletree F. A swivel
carrier should be used and a track stop is required at each end.
To get the length of the draft rope double the distance from A to B and then add the distance from
B to C, C to D, and D to E with 10 or 15 feet from the Pulley E to the Singletree F. For a Triple
Draft Carrier treble the distance from A to B, adding the other distance to the Singletree F and the length
of the hay rack for slings.
Specifications for Hay Fork Unloading Outfit for Double End Hoist Barn 80 Feet Long
Fig.
430
571
498
424
1 Louden Junior Steel Track Carrier
86 ft. Double Beaded Steel Track
44 Standard Two-Part Steel Track Hangers
44 Rafter Brackets
1 Standard 6-Tine Grapple Fork 351
3 High-Grade 6-inch Draft Pulleys 468
1 Steel Floor Pulley Hook 389
1 Steel Rafter Pulley Hook 390
1 Louden Bracket Pulley Holder 348
1 Louden Hoisting Singletree 344
1 Louden Lightning Rope Hitch 367
1 Extra Track Stop for Carrier 1 1 23
Total $29.73
If desired, substitutions can be made as set forth on previous pages, except that with this plan a
Swivel Carrier must be used.
Page
6
30
30
31
32
43
46
46
46
47
47
6
Unit Price
$4.33 each
.12 per foot
1.00 per doz.
.48 i>er doz.
6.67 each
3.67 per doz.
.93 per doz.
.80 per doz.
.40 each
1.00 each
2.13 per doz.
.33 each
Total
$ 4.33
10.32
3.67
1.76
6.67
.92
.08
.07
.40
1.00
.18
.33
Page Fifty-Five
Double End Hoist Barn— Continued
Fig. Page Unit Price Total
1 Carry-All Sling Carrier 1103 12 $10.00 each $10.00
88 ft. Double Bead Steel Track 571 30 .12 per ft. 10.56
43 Standard Two-Part Track Hangers 498 30 1.00 per doz. 3.75
45 Louden Rafter Brackets 424 31 .48 per doz. 1.80
3 Carry-All Slings 984 36 4.67 each 14.01
3 High-Grade 6-inch Draft Pulleys 468 43 3.67 per doz. .92
1 Steel Floor Pulley Hook 389 46 .93 per doz. .08
1 Steel Rafter Pulley Hook 390 46 .80 per doz. .07
2 Louden Hoisting Singletrees 344 47 1.00 each 2.00
1 Rope Spreader for same 345 47 .67 each .67
1 Louden Bracket Pulley Holder 348 46 .40 each .40
1 Louden Lightning Rope Hitch 367 47 2.13 per doz. .18
1 lijttra Track Stop for Carrier 11 23 12 .33 each .33
Total »44.77
If more than one wagon is to be used put in additional slings. ,
Putting Up Hay Carrier Tracks
While a barn is being built and while the shingles or sheeting are within a couple of feet of the comb of
the roof, is the best time to install a Hay Carrier Track. At this time it is an easy matter to do the work,
as the sheeting forms all the scaffold necessary. To install a Hay Carrier Track after a barn is finished
means doing the work from below by scaffold or ladder, depending on the height of the barn.
The track may be hung perfectly level or it may be given a slight incline, making it lower at the point
where the track stop is attached and the hay is elevated. The track should always be hung straight and true,
and close up to the peak of the barn, but allowing room enough below rafters for the Carrier to run freely.
To do this stretch a line from one end of the barn to the other immediately below the peak of the rafters,
and nail the Rafter Brackets to the rafters in a straight line.
The track should be taken up in sections and hung to the brackets and then spliced together. The
Brackets and Track Hangers which support the track may be placed 4 feet apart for light work, but it
is better to have a support from every rafter, and for heavy work a hanger and bracket should be put on
each side of the rafters where the hay is taken up.
The bolts in the Hangers and Splice Clamps should be drawn up as tight as possible with a wrench,
then strike the head of the bolt with a hammer so as to set it, and tighten up the nuts again. When this
is done they will not get loose
If the hay is to be taken in at end of barn, the track should be extended out 2J^ to 3 feet when Fork
is used and 4 feet when Slings are used. In case the track is installed before the roof is finished, the best
plan is to use a good 2x6 or 4x6 long enough to extend out as far as necessary and back in the barn to the
third or fourth rafter. Let this extend between the rafters the same as a ridge pole. On this extension
support or ridge pole, use our Ridge Pole Brackets.
The extension may be covered if desired. Cut a brace to reach from the outer end of the extension
to a point on the rafters even with the side of the door and sheet and shingle over to this brace. This
not only serves as a roof, but also as a brace for the extension.
About Rope
Many persons think they should use not less than 1 -inch rope on a Hay Carrier. This is a mistake.
Use the best grade of manilla rope and never use it heavier than |-inch in diameter and j^^-inch diameter
rope is better. Do not be persuaded to use either a large or cheap grade of rope. Cheap rope is usually
hard twisted and kinks badly. In our fifty years' experience with Hay Carriers we have learned that
the 5^-inch manilla rope is the best size to use and in no case should larger diameter than |-inch be used.
The Pulleys used with Hay Carriers are intended for these sizes of rope and larger will not work so well.
An inch rope should have not less than a 1 0-inch pulley, and when used on a smaller pulley the bend
will be so short that the strands will wear themselves out rubbing on each other, besides it will cost nearly,
if not fully, twice as much as three-quarter rope. According to government tests the following are the
approximate weights and strength of new manilla rope: Pounds
Three-eighths inch trip rope 1 ,275
Half-inch rope, 1 2}/^ feet weigh 1 pound; strength 1 ,760
Five-eighths rope, 73-'2 feet weigh i pound; strength 3, 1 40
Three-quarter rope, 6 feet weigh I pound; strength 3,970
Seven-eighths rope, 43-2 feet weigh 1 pound; strength 4,900
One-inch rope, 33/^ feet weigh 1 pound; strength 7,050
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Round Barn— Fig. 1206
Fig. 1206 illustrates the common arrangement of track, guide pulleys, pulleys and ropes in a round
barn and. using gasoline engine and Louden Triple Drum Power Hoist for unloading. Also using the
Louden Special Cross Draft Hay Carrier for Round Barn (see Fig. 1104, page 25).
The Draft rope D, on the Special Cross Draft Round Barn Carrier goes directly from the carrier to
the hoist (or to the horse, if horse power is used). The draft rope D is used to elevate the load only and
is not used to pull the carrier along the track. The carrier has an automatic rope lock. This lock will
catch and hold the load at any height. It is not necessary to lift the load up to the carrier. As soon as
the load is high enough to pass over hay already in the mow, the tension on the draft rope is released and
the lock in the carrier will catch and hold the load suspended.
The carrier is then pulled along the track by means of the shift ropes LS and RS. In the illustration
the ropes are arranged to carry the load to the left hand side of the wagon. The shift rope LS passes
around parallel with the circle track and is held in place by the guide pulleys P and is finally carried
through stationary pulleys to the left hand shift drum on the hoist. This shift rope is used for pulling
the carrier to the left. When the sling load is tripped in the mow, the right hand shift rope RS is used
to bring the carrier back to the release block S.
When the sling load is tripped in the mow the lock in the carrier does not release and the slings will
not settle down until the carrier is brought back to the release block S. When the carrier strikes the re-
lease block, the rope lock is released and the slings come down to the wagon easily.
To reverse the carrier to carry the load to the right hand side, the position of the right and left shift
ropes would be reversed and the right hand shift rope RS would be carried around in the guide pulleys
parallel with the track.
In the illustration the hoist is shown just outside the building. The hoist can be located at any con-
venient place but preferably at some point where the man operating the hoist can watch the load of hay
as it is being lifted and carried along the track.
In operating the rig with horse power, the arrangement of ropes would be practically the same as
shown, except a weight would be attached to the return shift rope the same as in a rectangular barn.
(See Fig. 822, page 19.)
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Round Barn— Continued
Specifications for Hay Sling Unloading Outfit for Round Barn with Circle Track
30 feet in Diameter and Using Engine Power
Fig. Page Unit Price Tota
1 Special Round Barn Hay Carrier 1104 25 $11.00 each $11.00
94 ft. Double Bead Steel Track.. 571 30 .12 per ft. 11.28
(Bent to 30-ft. diameter circle)
48 5-inch Link Track Hanger 832 30 1.06 per doz. 4.24
48 Beam Brackets 725 31 1.00 per doz. 4.00
3 Carry-All Hay Slings 984 36 4.67 each 14.01
6 Guide Pulleys 1 135 26 4.00 per doz. 24.00
5 High-Grade Knot Pulleys 467 43 4.40 per doz. 1.83
5 Roor Pulley Hooks 389 46 .93 per doz. .40
1 Triple Drum Hoist 1 132 23 80.00 each 80.00
Extra charge for bending track . . 2.50 each 2.50
Total $153.26
Three slings are specified. This is the number of shngs commonly used on one wagon. For more
wagons more slings should be specified.
As a rule, round barns have large hay storage capacity and heavy equipment is desired for handling
heavy loads. For that reason, we specify our best sling, the Carry-All. Any sling can be used with this
rig and substitutions can be made to meet the ideas of the purchaser.
Specifications for Hay Fork Unloading Outfit for Round Barn having Circle Track
30 feet in diameter and Using Horse Power
Fig. Page UnitPrice Total
1 Special Round Barn Hay Carrier 1 1 04 25 $6.67 each $6.67
94 ft. Double Bead Steel Track 571 30 .12 per ft. 11.28
48 5 -inch Link Track Hangers 832 30 1.06 per doz. 4.24
48 Beam Brackets 725 31 1.00 per doz. 4.00
1 Standard 6-tine Grapple Fork 351 32 6.67 each 6.67
6 Guide Pulleys 1135 26 4.00 each 24.00
5 High-Grade Knot Pulleys 467 43 4.40 per doz. 1.83
5 Floor Pulley Hooks 389 46 .93 per doz. .40
2 Hoisting Singletrees 344 47 1.00 each 2.00
1 Rope Spreader 345 47 .67 each .67
1 Lightning Rope Hitch 367 47 " 2.13 per doz. .18
Extra charge for bending track . . 2.50 p?r barn 2.50
Total $64.44
Other hay forks can be used, but we recommend the Grapple Fork as being well adapted for use with
this outfit.
In the above lists, we specify the Beam Bracket, Fig. 725, for supporting track under purlin plate.
If the track is to be suspended directly from rafters, the side rafter bracket. Fig. 675, should be specified.
Louden Cable Ricker Outfit
(See Pages 28 and 29)
For Stack 50 Feet Long
Unit Price Total
1 Louden Junior Cable Carrier Fig. 621 $4.20 each $4.20
1 Louden 6-Tine Balance Grapple Fork (page 32) Fig. 35 1 6.67 each 6.67
140 feet 5.^-inch Galvanized Steel Wire Rope Fig. 417 .6}^ per ft. 9.10
2 High-Grade Draft Pulleys (page 43) Fig. 468 .31 each .62
2 Cable Loop Clamps Fig. 337 .22 each .44
4 Cable Stop Clamps Fig. 337}^ 16.% each .66
Total $21.69
The J^-inch size Galvanized Steel Wire Rope, Fig. 417 at 53^ cents per ft., or the J^-inch size Galvanized Wire Strand at
2% cents per ft. may be substituted for the J^-inch size Wire Rope specified above if desired.
1 70 ft. ^-inch Manilla Draft Rope and 90 feet J^g-inch Trip Rope would be required with this outfit. We can furnish highest
quality rope at prices current when order is placed. As a rule rope can be purchased at a saving in local market.
We do not furnish poles.
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LOUDEN BARN DOOR
HANGERS
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Louden Barn Door Hangers
Louden Door Hangers are Ideal for Garage and Barn Doors
Louden Barn Door Hangers are for use with any door where it is
desired to overcome the inconvenience and awkwardness of a swinging
door. They are built to meet any requirements, no matter what size the
door, or how essential it is to combine strength with neatness.
Exclusive features in Louden Barn Door Hangers make them
desirable for barns, garages, outbuildings of all kinds, and for hanging
factory or store fire curtains, or for "opening the whole side of the
building," as is necessary for some air-dome theaters, band stands,
freight houses, tobacco sheds, etc.
Doors hung with Louden Hangers open and close easily and with
little noise. They will stand up under heavy, continuous work and will
give complete satisfaction.
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Louden Bird-Proof Barn Door Track and Hangers — Fig. 911
Specifications
For all kinds of doors, large and small.
Track is tubular and trolleys travel inside.
Trolley cannot get off the track.
Track is made of No. 14-gauge special steel.
Dimensions of track inside, 1 ;' g inches wide by 2^5
inches deep.
Supporting brackets for track of steel with embossed
reinforcements.
Wall brackets of refined malleable iron.
Supporting wall brackets may be placed 36 inches
apart, for heavy doors, space 24 inches apart.
End stops and splices for track packed with trolleys.
Track is furnished in 6-ft., 8-ft., and 10-ft. lengths.
Weight of track per foot, 1 '4 pounds.
Weight of supporting brackets per dozen pair, 9 pounds.
Price of Track per 100 feet: $13.33
Price of Supporting Brackets for Track per
dozen pair: $1.00
Fig. 911
Special Features
Trolleys Completely Enclosed. The only opening is the narrow slit beneath the track. There
is no chance for the trolleys to be clogged or derailed. The track is absolutely proof against nesting birds,
trash, rain, snow or sleet.
Flexible at Two Points. The joint in the hanger strap allows the door to swing out away from the
building, frequently avoiding breakage by crowding stock. The joint in the track support permits the
track itself to swing out from the building, making it possible to easily dislodge trash and dirt which may
accumulate behind the track and rot out the siding. This double flexibility allows the door to fit snugly
without sticking or binding.
Roller Bearing Tandem Trolleys. The Trolley Wheels revolve on hardened steel roller bearings
around a tempered steel shaft. Always roll easily. A push will open or close the heaviest door.
Trolleys Run on Level Tread. The Bird-Proof Track is square, not oval. The level tread reduces
friction to the minimum and overcomes the wedging tendency frequently found in oval tracks which support
heavy doors.
' ' ' Simple and Strong in Construction. The form of the Bird-Proof
Track, and the special grade of steel used in its manufacture, combine to
give it wonderful strength and rigidity. It is further strengthened by the
curved lips on the under side of the track. Will not sag under the weight
of heavy doors.
Door Hanger Trolleys — Fig. 902
Specifications
Frame of trolley of pressed steel with embossed reinforcements.
Supporting loop for strap that carries door of refined malleable iron.
Straps that carry door of No. 1 2 gauge steel, 1 ^ inches wide.
Straps are furnished regular for doors 1 54 inches thick.
Track wheels are of special quality gray iron.
Track wheels are 2 inches in diameter and are roller bearing. (See
Fig. I9A and B, Page 63.)
Bolts for attaching hangers to doors, also end stops and splices for
track are packed with each set of trolleys.
Each set of hangers packed in neat paper box.
Weight per dozen sets. 72 pounds.
Price: $16.00 per Dozen Sets
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End Stop Removed
Metal End Stop
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Track
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We believe this to be the neatest, strongest, easiest operated, and most serviceable barn door hanger
on the market. It has been in use on thousands of barns and we have heard nothing but good words
spoken of it. You can make no mistake in choosing Bird-Proof. It will give you perfect service.
The Track
The track of the Bird-Proof Hanger is made from a solid
sheet of steel pressed into shape. The ends are closed by
special end stops, bolted in. The track is completely enclosed,
with the exception of the narrow slit at the bottom for the
hanger strap to work in.
The lips of the track on each side of the slit are curved
downward and outward. This feature gives strength and stiff-
ness to the track and insures an even surface on which the
wheels run.
The track is made in standard sections of 6, 8, and 10
feet long. When two or more sections are used, the ends
are held together by a steel splice. The splice is put on without
rivets or bolts and holds the sections firmly so they can never
spread apart. No other track on the market has this
feature.
Support of the Track
The track is supported by heavy steel brackets bent to fit F'g- 918
snugly around the track and close up to the lips on the under
side. A heavy corrugated rib in the center reinforces them strongly — they will never spread and the
track cannot sag under the weight of the heaviest doors.
The brackets are hung to heavy, malleable iron wall fixtures which are bolted to the wall and support
the track in the proper position. The connection between the brackets and wall fixtures is flexible and
allows the track to swing freely out sidewise — one of two points of flexibility in this hanger.
Fig. 961 shows how closely the brackets fit around the track, how the trolley wheel fits into the groove
of the track and how the lips of this groove curve out.
Flexibility of Track
Fig. 918 shows the track hanging in normal position, but with the door swung partly out. This is the
flexibility for which there is the most common need. It saves many a break from crowding stock and the
free swing prevents the door from sticking and binding in sliding past an uneven wall.
The arrow points to the narrow space between the track and the barn siding which sometimes fills up
with trash and dirt. With an enclosed track nailed or
fastened solid to the wall the dirt cannot readily be cleaned
out, and when wet will rust the track and rot the barn
siding.
The Louden Flexible Bird-Proof Hanger is the only one
that perfectly overcomes this serious fault. Fig. 683 shows
how, by simply pressing outward on the door from the inside,
the track may be swung out to allow the trash and chaff to
drop out. This may be done instantly and easily without
gouging it out with a pitchfork or other tool.
The Splice for Louden Bird-Proof Track
In Fig. 895 is shown the splice clamp for holding the
ends of the track, together. No. 1 shows the splice clamp
standing on edge on top of the track and ready to be placed
in position.
No. 2 shows the splice in position and the steel bracket
pushed partly over it. It will be noted that in No. 1 and
Fig. 683 No. 2 the malleable bracket which attaches to the barn wall
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is turned away from the wall. In this position the bracket
will easily slip over the splice.
In No. 3 the bracket is slipped entirely over the splice and
is turned the other way and fastened to the wall. In this
position the bracket binds down on the splice, holding it just
as firm and solid as though it were riveted or bolted in place.
This is a valuable and important feature, as the splice abso-
lutely prevents the ends of the track from separating and
making a rough place in the track, or possibly allowing the
trolley to drop out. The Louden Bird-Proof Track is the only
tubular track having this valuable feature.
Galvanizing
At a small additional cost the Bird-Proof Hanger may be
furnished galvanized if desired. We have our own galvanizing
plant. By this process steel or iron is covered with a heavy
galvanized coating which protects the metal from rust and
corrosion and gives it a longer life of service.
The Trolleys
The Louden Bird-Proof Hanger has a set of two tandem
trolleys. Each trolley has two solid iron wheels, fitted with
improved roller bearings and revolving on a tempered steel
shaft. These wheels are carried in a heavy double truck
frame of steel with a corrugated rib to strengthen it. The
wheel shafts are riveted firmly into this frame at each end,
and can never work loose or get out of order. Our patent revolving washer protects the bearings
from wear, reduces friction and adds years of life to the service of the hanger.
Fig. 895
Fig. 902
Roller-Bearing Tandem Trolley
The supporting parts are of heavy
malleable iron, riveted to the truck
frame midway between the two wheels.
This malleable support comes down
just below the lips of the track and
carries a broad steel strap which at-
taches to the door. This is the second
point of flexibility in the Louden Bird-
Proof Hanger, and allows the door to
swing freely sidewise. (See Fig. 902.)
View B is an end or edgewise view
of one wheel, showing the rib or bulge
in the center of its face. This rib fits
neatly into the slot in the track (See
Fig. 961) and keeps the wheels always
in perfect alignment; they can never
wabble from side to side and bind or
rub against the side of the track.
View C shows the roller bearings of
the wheels.
Fig. 19
Detail of Roller Bearing
View C
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TOUDEN MACHINERY COMPANY
Louden Bird-Proof Track
Adjustable Trolleys
Fig. 1052
Adjustable hangers permit door to be adjusted J^ inch
both lateral and vertical.
Frame of trolley of pressed steel with embossed rein-
forcements.
Strap or casting that carries door of refined malleable
iron.
Adjustable feature permits use of hangers on doors
from 1)2 to 3 inches in thickness.
Track wheels are of special quality gray iron.
Track wheels are two inches in diameter and are roller
bearing. (See Fig. 19 B and C, Page 63).
Bolts for attaching to doors, also end stops and splices
for track are packed with each set of hangers. Each set
of hangers packed in neat paper box. Weight, per set,
6^4 pounds. Price: S16.00 per doz. sets
Fig. 1052
The Louden Adjustable Hanger for Bird-Proof Barn Door Hanger is
without doubt superior to other hangers where conditions make an ad-
justable hanger necessary. One man with a monkey wrench can quickly
and easily adjust the hangers so that the door will clear frost-swollen
ground that would make the door rub at the bottom, or make the door hang true where the siding or
joists have become warped out of shape. The Louden Adjustable Hanger makes it possible for one man
to hang the heaviest door, as the trolleys are run into the track before being attached to the door.
Fig. 1052 shows front view of Adjustable Hanger. By turning the eccentric (E) with a wrench, the
door may be raised or lowered as desired. The bolts (C and D, Figures 1052 and 1053) when nuts are
loosened allow the door to be adjusted up and down, while the bolt (B) (Fig. 1053) permits the door to hang
closer or farther from the barn as desired.
Fig. 1053A shows how the door is "hooked" into the trolley-strap. This is the feature that makes
hanging a door an easy task.
1053A
Fig. 1202
Louden Bird-Proof Garage
Door Hangers — Fig. 1202
The Louden Garage Door Hanger is the same in every
particular as the regular Bird-Proof Hanger, except that the
trolleys are mounted on swivel trucks. The track is hung
inside the door and a section the same length as the door is run
along the inside side wall of the building.
Fig. 1202 shows the position of the
door when it is half way open (or closed)
at which time the door extends out into
the garage the greatest distance. If the
garage is very short, two doors can be used
instead of one, thus reducing the space
necessary for opening or closing doors.
Fig. 1202A
Swivel Trolleys for Ga-
rage Door Hangers
Price: $16.00 per doz. sets
Double Bracket for Bird-Proof
Track— Fig. 1204
It is often necessary to hang doors in such a way that one can slide past
the other. For such arrangements we furnish a double track support from
which two tracks may be hung, one just outside the other. The doors hang
true; there is no waste space.
Fig. 1204
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Louden Covered Bird
Proof Barn Door Track
Fig. 1200
The Louden Covered Bird-Proof
Door Hanger Track is the heaviest,
strongest, and neatest barn door track
made. The tube in which the trolleys
travel is made from a single sheet of
14-gauge steel pressed into shape.
The tube is 1 ' >; inches wide and 2^^
inches deep inside and is exactly the
same as the regular bird-proof track
described on page 6 1 .
The track is completely enclosed
except the narrow opening at the
bottom for the hanger strap to work
in. The lips of the track on the bot-
tom bend downward and outward
making a strong support for the
trolleys and also preventing any dust
or moisture from getting in the track.
The trolleys travel on a level tread
and there is no opportunity for the
track to spread or bind on the trolleys.
The cover being attached to the top
and side of track by a process of electric
welding, makes it conform readily to its
shape and renders it absolutely strong
and rigid.
The cover has an embossed rein-
forcement every 9 inches which adds
greatly to its strength. At the extreme
upper edge of the cover the edge is
bent sharply toward the building.
When the track is made fast to the
barn this upper edge presses into the
barn siding, and no water or moisture
can get behind the track. One inch
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Specifications
For all kinds of doors, large and small.
Track is tubular and trolleys travel inside.
Trolleys cannot get off the track.
The regular Bird-Proof Hanger, Fig. 902, or Bird-Proof Adjustable Hanger,
Fig. 1052, operates in this track.
Body of track is made of No. 14 gauge special steel.
Dimensions of track inside, 1 ^ g inches wide by 2y^ inches deep.
The tubular track has a steel cover made of No. 18 gauge steel, and being
attached by an electric weld, forms a part of the track making it absolutely
strong and rigid.
Embossed reinforcements every nine inches give great strength to the cover.
Cover is made fast to barn wall with lag screws.
Upper edge of cover is provided with holes for lag screws for attaching to
barn wall.
Lag screws for attaching track to barn are furnished with the track.
Lower edge of cover extends down beyond the upper edge of door so rain
and snow cannot blow under.
The extreme upper edge of cover bends sharply toward wall. When track
is in place this edge presses into the barn wall preventing moisture from
penetrating behind the track.
The back side of the main tube is provided with embossed buttons which
hold the track away and allow an air space between the track and the wall.
Track is furnished in 4-ft. 6-ft. and 8-ft. lengths.
Price of Track per 100 Feet (including lag screws): $18.00
of the upper edge of the cover lays flat
against the barn wall and is provided with holes to receive the lag screws for making it fast.
The track is rigidly attached to the barn wall and in this respect it differs from the regular bird-proof
track, which is flexibly hung. The lower edge of the cover extends below the upper edge of the door.
All water and moisture is turned to the outside of the door and the track and the upper edge of the door
are completely protected from the weather.
The back side of the main track has embossed knobs or buttons to hold the track away from the building.
(See Fig. 1201.) This allows an air space between the track and the building, with no opportunity for
moisture to accumulate and rust the track or rot the barn siding.
The ends of the track are closed with steel stops bolted in. (See Fig. 918, page 62.) There is no
opportunity for trash, dirt or weather to reach the trolleys. The track is always clear and heavy or light
doors travel easy, smooth and
true. To the man who desires
practical utility, long and per-
fect service, a neat and attrac-
tive design in a barn door
track, the slight extra cost of
this track as compared with
others on the market will
always be remembered as a
Fig. 1201. Rear View of Covered Bird-Proof Track goodjinvestment.
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Specifications
Track
For all kinds of doors, large or small.
Track is an inverted steel T-rail.
Width of track 1 ^o inches.
Track hooks are of refined malleable iron and are riveted solid to
the track.
Wall brackets a:re of refined malleable iron.
Track hooks engage eyes in the wall brackets making the track
flexible, a very valuable feature.
Wall brackets and track hooks are furnished with the track.
A steel splice clamp is attached to one end of each section of track.
The opposite end of track section is punched to receive splice and
rivet.
Rivets for splice clamps are packed in box with trolleys.
Track is furnished in 6 ft., 8 ft., and 10 ft. lengths.
Weight of track per foot (including track hooks and wall brackets),
1 }yi pounds.
Price of track per 100 feet (including track hooks and wall
brackets): $8.00
Louden Double-Tread Barn
Door Track and Hanger
Fig. 458
The Double-Tread was the pioneer Flex-
ible Barn Door Hanger, and continues to be
one of the leading hangers in the market.
It is compact, durable, and serviceable,
simple and strong in construction and sure
in its operation. Thousands of these
hangers which have been in constant use
for many years are still rendering faithful,
efficient service — never a hitch in their
operation; not a cent paid out for repairs.
Construction
The Double-Tread is in reality two sets
of hangers — a set on each side of the door
fitted to run on opposite edges of an
inverted T-rail. The track is flexibly hung
to brackets secured to the wall, and will
accommodate itself to the inequalities of
the barn siding. The door can be closely
fitted without danger of sticking or binding
on account of the warping of door or siding.
This feature gives it a decided advantage
over all rigid hangers. The track, being a
T-rail, takes up the least possible room,
and the hanger frame is consequently
shortened and straightened.
The parts of the hanger being clamped
solidly together on both sides of the track
makes it impossible for the trolleys to jump
the track. The door is always in place
side hitch to make a strain on the hanger or
and ready to go. There is an absolute center draft; no
throw the door out of plumb.
The four wheels which carry the weight of the door are fitted with turned and tempered steel roller
bearings. Ten of these bearings revolve about a turned and tempered steel shaft.
Door Hanger Trolleys
Frame of trolleys of refined malleable iron.
There are four trolleys with each set of hangers.
Track wheels are of special quality gray iron.
Track wheels are 2^4 inches in diameter and are roller bearing.
Wheels travel on opposite sides of the inverted T-rail, giving a perfect center draft.
Suitable for use on doors from I J o to 2 inches in thickness.
Bolts for attaching to doors packed with each set of hangers.
Each set of hangers packed in neat paper box.
Weight, per set, 6 pounds.
Price: $11.20 per dozen sets.
Track for Double-Tread Hanger
The track is a special T-rail of high carbon steel. Will not sag or break with the
heaviest door. The hooks
and brackets are of refined
malleable iron.
The sections of track
Fig. 452 (Evans) Louden Double-Tread Track are securely spliced to-
gether; not simply butted together as is frequently the case with cheaper tracks. Cannot become uneven
or spread apart at the joint. Made in 6, 8 and 10 foot lengths.
Fig. 453
Sectional View
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Louden Double-Strap Covered Jointed
Barn Door Hanger — Fig. 566
Specifications
Frame of trolley of refined malleable iron.
There are two trolleys with each set of hangers.
Track wheels are of special quality gray iron.
Track wheels are 3 inches in diameter and are roller bearing.
Track wheels are protected from weather and tras'i by a heav
malleable iron hood.
Straps which attach to the door are of No. 1 2 gauge steel. I J/^ inches widi
Bolts for attaching to doors packed with each set of hangers.
Each set of hangers packed in neat paper box.
Weight, per set or pair. 633 pounds.
Price: $8.53 per dozen set or pair
Fig. 483
Fig. 566 (Reliance
The Louden Double Strap Barn Door Hanger is giving complete satisfaction in
thousands of barns. It is especially recommended for medium size doors.
This hanger, like all all others of Louden manufacture, is flexible; that is, it allows the door to swing
freely away from the building. (See Fig. 483.)
The trolleys are fitted with tempered steel roller bearings; always roll smoothly and easily. Each
wheel is protected by a malleable iron hood. (See Fig. 566.)
The two straps with four bolts make the Double Strap Hanger much stronger and more durable than
similar hangers having but a single strap and two bolts. The wide frame with the double strap feature
also serves to hold the hanger rigid lengthwise of the track and eliminates the end play found in hangers
with a single bearing directly under the center of the wheel.
Track for Jointed Hangers — Fig. 487
Specifications
The opposite end is punched with hole to receive splice and
the connection is easily made and secure.
Track is furnished in 6-ft., 8-ft., and 10-ft. lengths.
Weight of track, per foot, 1 pound (Including supporting
brackets and splices)
Track is of high carbon steel ^xl J<j inches.
Supporting wall brackets of refined malleable iron.
Wall brackets are riveted solid to the track.
A strong malleable iron splice is attached to each end of each
section of track.
Price of Track per 100 Feet: $5.28 (including supporting brackets and splices).
best high carbon steel, ^x
Fig. 487 is the track used for Louden Jointed Hangers. It is made of the
1 J^ inches, and will stand twice the strain ordinarily required.
The ends of the sections are securely spliced together by a malleable iron splice riveted into the ends,
and it is impossible for them to become separated,
as do tracks that are simply butted together.
This splice is riveted to one end of each section
before leaving our factory, and the other end
punched so the connection is easily and quickly
made. This makes one solid rail of the whole p. .„_
track, no matter how many pieces have been
used, and makes a continuous even tread for the hanger.
We use a refined malleable iron bracket, mortised through the track and riveted on
machine work. These brackets have a heavy flange on each side and
to hold the track in place. This adds materially to the stiffness of the
track and gives it great strength. Made in 6, 8, and 10 foot lengths.
(Marble)
by hand — no
a brace below
Fig. 567
Standard Jointed Barn Door Hanger — Fig. 567
Specifications
Frame of trolleys of refined malleable iron.
There are two trolleys with each set of hangers.
Track wheels are of special quality gray iron.
Track wheels are 3 inches in diameter and are roller bearing.
Track wheels are protected from weather and trash by a heavy malleable iron hood.
The strap which attaches to the door is of malleable iron with heavy reinforcing ribs.
Suitable for use on doors of any thickness.
Bolts for attaching to doors packed with each set of trolleys.
Each set of trolleys packed in neat paper box.
Weight, per set or pair, 6,^4 pounds.
(Shamrock) Price: $8.53 per dozen set or pair
Fig. 485
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Standard Jointed Barn Door Hanger^ — ^Continued
The Standard Covered Jointed Hanger, Fig. 567, is the same as the Double Strap Covered Hanger,
Fig. 566, except the strap which attaches to the door is refined malleable iron instead of steel and
bolts to one side of the door only. The trolley wheel is protected from weather by a malleable iron hood.
It is provided with keeper lugs which prevent trolley from getting off the track. Also projections on each
side of the trolley cleans trash or other obstructions off the track. Suitable for use on all kinds of
barn doors.
Louden's Sliding Door Latch — Fig. 455
Specifications
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Fig. 455
Consists of 3 parts, viz: latch with knob; metal catch for
latch; metal strip for door with slot in which latch works.
Length of latch-point to center of knob, 8 inches.
Length of catch, 4 inches.
Diameter of knob. 3 inches.
Weight, 1 pound 6 ounces.
Price: $2.40 per doz.
The latch is lifted and the door opened and
closed by the hand wheel W, which is generally
placed on the outside, while the central part
(dotted lines L) is bent to form a hand hold on
(Manilla) ^j^^ inside. The catch C has flaring edges to
guide the latch into it. It is reversible and may be used for right or left hand doors. Made of
malleable iron, is strong and durable and can be used on double or single doors.
Louden's Stay Rollers
Fig. 456. This roller is screwed into the
wall to suit the thickness of the door; and
then the brace B is slipped over the rib A and
fastened to the wall by screws or nails. This
prevents it from turning and getting the roller
out of place.
Fig. 457. This roller can be adjusted to the
thickness of any door, either before or after
fastening to the building, by setting one nut.
Louden Door Stop — Fig. 1205
Every sliding door should be provided with
a stop; it prevents the continual wrenching
of the track supports.
While any block of wood may be made to
serve this purpose, a neat metal stop is desira-
ble. The Louden Pressed Steel Bumper or
Stop is the most satisfactory door stop made
and costs but a trifle. Specify it in your barn
door hanger order.
Louden Offset Hinge — Fig. 349
Louden Offset Hinges are unequalled for
hanging gable-end doors. These hinges are
made with an offset that allows the bottom of
the door to lap on the siding and keep out the
rain. When the door is open it drops down
against the siding and hugs it so closely that it
is out of the way of the load of hay and allows
the wagon to be drawn close up to the barn.
The wind does not interfere with a door hung
with these hinges. Doors hung with Offset
Hinges may be arranged to open either by hand
or horse power, and the hinges are of sufficient strength to safely handle the largest doors
screws may be used for hanging. Three Offset Hinges may be used for extra large doors.
Fig. 456
Specifications
Diameter of roller, I ? g inches.
Length of screw (to center of
roller). 6 inches. Roller adjust-
able to suit thickness of door.
Weight, 1 2 ounces.
Price: $1.33 per doz.
Fig. 457 (Havana)
Specifications
Diameter of roller, I ^-g inches.
Length of bracket, 4 inches.
Roller adjustable to suit thick-
ness of door.
Weight, 13 ounces.
Price: $1.33 per doz.
Fig. 349 (Puss)
Specifications
Width, 734 inches.
Length, 83^ inches.
Offset, 1 inch.
Weight, 2 pounds.
Price: $ .28 each
Fig. 1205
Specifications
Width, 3}4 inches.
Bumping surface, 3 J^x I J^ inches.
Reinforced by rib.
Weight, 8 ounces.
Price: $1.60 per doz.
Bolts or
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What Others Say About Us
An attempt to choose the "best" letters from the thousands that we have received would take
too long, so we print just a half dozen or so of hundreds that have come in since we began the prep-
aration of this catalog. It would seem that Louden customers are truly Louden friends.
Pleasantville, N. Y.. Dec, 1914
Louden Machinery Co.,
Fairfield, Iowa.
Gentlemen:
I bought my first hay carrier and track from you in 1892
or 1893, and three or four years after, another outfit for
another barn as we found the first one so good, and still
later a manure carrier outfit, all of which gave good service
and are as good as ever now.
Yours truly, W. H. Foster.
Lima. 111., Dec. 22, 1914
Louden Machinery Co.,
Fairfield. Iowa.
Gentlemen:
Six years ago I got a Louden track and hay carrier also
a grapple fork for my hay barn. Three years ago my brother
put a Louden outfit in his barn, and this year I built a new
barn and put Louden equipment in it, so you see what I
think of the Louden goods. The grapple fork will handle
straw as well as all kinds of hay, and the twisting of the
rope never balks a Louden carrier. It always works.
Yours truly, John Bolt.
Newark, N. J.. Dec. 12, 1914
Louden Machinery Co.,
Fairfield, Iowa.
Dear Sirs:
Perfect satisfaction is the way I would describe my ap-
preciation of your goods after years of service. Having
occasion to advise a very close and dear friend about her
new barn equipment, I am advising her to use Loudens
goods because they are absolutely dependable and durable,
and always exactly as represented.
With good wishes, Algernon T. Sweeney.
West Alexander, Pa., Dec. 21, 1914
Louden barn equipments are the best I have ever seen.
I have been using them for nearly five years. The Louden
Carrier is the best tool on my farm. Wouldn't trade it for
a grain binder if I couldn't get another one. I can't say
too much for Louden tools. The six-prong hay fork is a
peach. I have two friends living close to me that want
carriers and I am in need of some hangers and some more
track.
W. Robinson.
Oriskany Falls, N. Y., Dec. 21, 1914
Louden Machinery Co.,
Fairfield, Iowa.
Dear Sirs:
We think it about six years ago we bought our first carrier
of you. It has given good service up to date. We bought
another last year, as we enlarged our barn and wanted two.
They both give good satisfaction.
Respectfully Yours,
Augusta Fruit Farm John Anderson & Son.
Lake Placid, N. Y., December 14, 1914
We have eight Louden hay carriers, four litter carriers,
and about one-hundred-and-fifty stanchions in use in our
various barns and find them very convenient and durable,
and quite satisfactory in every way. They have been in
use from one to six years.
Lake Placid Club Farms.
Mechanicsville, N. Y., Dec. 14, 1914
Louden Machinery Co.,
Fairfield, Iowa.
Dear Sirs:
I made my first purchase of the Louden barn equipments
in 1909 and built a large barn that year. In 1913 this barn
was destroyed by fire. At this date I have barn No. 2
furnished with Louden equipments. I think this answers
for itself whether I am pleased with your goods or not.
Yours truly, Guy L. Fitch.
Fairport, N. Y., Dec. 14, 1914
Louden Machinery Co.,
Fairfield, Iowa.
Dear Sirs:
I purchased a manure carrier of you in 1909 and it has
been in perfect order and operation ever since. 1 use it
every day and would not take three times its cost if I could
not replace it. It's a great labor saver and convenience.
I also purchased some door hangers of you at the same time
which never give me any trouble. If you wish to refer
anyone in this neighborhood to me regarding your goods,
do so, I'll gladly show them.
Yours very truly,
W. S. Ritter, R. D. 2.
Hampton, 111., Dec. 14, 1914
Dear Sirs:
In answer to your request will say I am very well pleeised
with all Louden goods purchased from you, and the litter
carrier I purchased from you about six years ago is just
as good as when I got it and I would not part with it for
twice what it cost if I could not get another.
Yours very truly,
J. F. Johnson, R. R. No. 1
Hebron, Ohio, Dec. 11, 1914
Louden Machinery Co.,
Fairfield, Iowa.
Dear Sirs:
We equipped our barn (size 40x64 bank barn) with Louden
tools seven years ago and have been well pleased with the
service given. We have a sling carrier and equipment for
handling hay and have never seen anything better, if as good.
We also have the basement equipped with litter carrier and
are fully ssatisfied with it, and were I to buy another one,
would surely select a Louden. They do the work splendidly
and are durable, as I have not had any expense on mine in
seven years.
Yours respectfully, J. H. Myer.
Homer, La.. Nov. 27, 1914
Louden Machinery Co.,
Fairfield, Iowa.
Dear Sirs:
It gives us reeJ pleasure to bear testimony to the excellent
efficiency of your equipment.
We had a crop of pea hay to harvest and were on the
anxious seat lest the rain would catch it. But your carrier
in facilitating our work saved the day for us. Hardly had
the last load in when the rain came, and we feel, therefore,
that the carrier saved us several times its cost.
Very truly.
Spring Lake Pleintation J. W. Allison,
Page Sixty-Nine
Louden Cow Stalls — Fig. 812
Of all the different designs and types of cow stalls on the market there is no type or design that so nearly
meets all conditions in all kinds and sizes of barns and for all sorts of arrangements, as does the Louden
Fig. 812 cow stall.
Whenever a Louden Fig. 812 cow stall is selected the owner can feel assured that he is putting in equip-
ment that will last as long, look as well, give the cows as great comfort, and keep them as clean as any stall
that can be purchased anywhere at any price.
The Louden Double Braced cow stall. Fig. 812, is the most popular built. It was one of the first designs
of metal cow stalls placed on the market, and is so practical and satisfactory that it has continually increased
in popularity.
The Dairy Division of the United States Department of Agriculture early recognized this stall as having
all desirable features, and has been recommending it ever since we designed it and put it on the market.
Its extreme simplicity, together with its sturdy, well braced and strong construction, makes it solid as a
rock and practically indestructible.
The main uprights are set deep in the cement at the bottom and at the top they join the horizontal rail,
making a strong, rigid frame. In addition to this the frame is braced by means of a bent stall partition,
the upper end of which is secured to the cross brace between the two uprights. The lower ends are set
4 inches into the cement floor.
There are no superfluous parts, clap-trap arrangements or attachments about this_ stall. The only
movable part is the stanchion which is fastened by a 3-link chain at the top and a 5-link chain at the bottom,
and swings just enough to give the cow comfort.
With this stall no other movable device is necessary. The uprights are spaced proper distance to give
the cow ample head room and she can freely turn her head around to her side.
{Send for Complete Catalog of Louden Dairy Barn Equipment.)
Page Seventy-One
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Fig. 861
(Narrow)
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Fig. 861
(Standard)
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Fig. 861
(Wide)
Louden Tubular Steel Cow Stanchions are Made in Three Widths^for Calves, Cows and Bulls
Page Seventy-Two
Louden Stanchions
A Louden stanchion is the best way to tie the cow. It can be used in any kind of stall in any barn.
Halters or ropes soon wear out and are more expensive, less comfortable, and less sanitary. It takes so
long to tie or untie a row of cows that anything but stanchions is not economy for a barn that is run on a
business basis.
The old-fashioned wood stanchions are being discarded rapidly. Dairy men have found that the extra
comfort the cow enjoys in a Louden stanchion will cause a considerable increase in milk flow, and that the
sanitary Louden stanchion offers no opportunity for germs to develop or to infect the milk and endanger
the animal's health.
Cows, like persons, do their best when under the most favorable conditions. The contented cow is
the best producer — and to be contented she must be comfortable.
All Louden tubular steel and wood-lined stanchions are designed for comfort. They are flexibly hung
and allow the cows to eat, drink, lie down, rise, or card their flanks with utmost freedom. In fact, cows
when tied in the Louden flexible steel stanchions have all the comfort that they do when standing or lying
in the open pasture.
All Louden stanchions are hung with single chains, strong enough to hold a 2,000 pound bull, but slack
enough so the animal will not be hampered in its natural movements. The lower end of the stanchion
swings freely nine inches in any direction.
When a cow lies down she nearly always lies to one side of the stall. A Louden stanchion will adjust
itself to her position so that she can rest in absolute comfort.
When arising she always lunges forward. A Louden stanchion s\vings forward with her movement.
This is a most important feature. If the cow were fastened in a more rigid stanchion she would often slip
back to her knees when attempting to rise. This slipping has caused many cases of abortion and enlarged
knees. The striking against more rigid stanchions has caused many enlarged shoulders.
Louden stanchions are not expensive to install. The cost of one is about the same as that of a good
halter, and the stanchion is stronger, safer, more sanitary, more convenient, and will last several times as
long.
Louden Tubular Steel Stanchions
The Louden tubular steel stanchion is sanitary. It is comfortable for the cow. It has a strong hinge.
It is simple in construction.
All Louden stanchions can be used anywhere that a place can be arranged for upper and lower fastenings.
Hang them in any barn or stall.
The Louden Tubular Steel Stanchions are made in three sizes — for calves, 5}/2 inches wide, for cows of
average size, 7 inches wide, and for extra large cows, 8I-2 inches wide. We furnish these three sizes at the
same price.
The Louden tubular steel stanchion is the essence of simplicity. Two pieces of special carbon tubular
steel, having the ends bent at an angle of about forty-five degrees are hinged together at the lower ends by
two malleable iron castings. To the upper ends are attached malleable castings that form a catch or lock
that holds the stanchion safely closed around the cow's neck.
The latch, or catch, to hold the stanchion closed is absolutely stock proof, but can be operated with the
mittened hand. Even should you have a bucket in one hand and the other arm piled full of hay, you can
open the stanchion by a touch with the tip of your elbow. An icy mitten, frozen stiff, is no inconvenience
with Louden stanchions.
Like the lower end of the stanchion, a plate, riveted solidly in place fits over the end of each tube of the
upper end of stanchion. One of these plates has a spur over which the latch catches. There is no side play
or looseness on either end. A row of stanchions may be opened or closed with one hand — and quickly —
as the catch works automatically like the catch on a door. A man can operate a row of stanchions while
walking quite rapidly down the feeding alley.
The U shape of the upper and lower ends of Louden stanchions is one of the very desirable features — ■
and is covered by patents. The U shape not only conforms nicely to the shape of the cow's neck but makes
it impossible for her to get her foot caught between stanchion and manger curb. It also makes it possible
to use the built up, cut-out manger which is a great feed saver. To eliminate all danger to the animals we
have always avoided manufacturing a flat bottomed stanchion or fastening the stanchion at the lower end
with a double chain or swivel. The single chain gives the cow far greater freedom.
Page Seventy-Three
: Cranes arc Hinped at barn,
a liir^'e dumping area, and
posts in the yard.
Louden Litter Carriers are great time and
labor savers. With a Louden Litter Cariior
barn cleaning is made easy and pleasant work.
Every farm needs this equipment. Manure
may be taken diiectly from the stalls to the
spreader or manure pit with but one handlmg
and in half the time necessary by the old-
fashioned method. Loaded cars may be raised
and lowered to any height by a small boy, and
run out and emptied anywhere desired. Write
today tor detailed information and catalogs
and lessen your winter barn work. Louden
Carriers are made in several different styles
both for Steel and Wire Track, j
Louden Feed Carriers are relief from the
bucket, the wheelbarrow and the bushel basket,
and the w^aste resulting from those old-fashioned
methods of handhng feed. The Louden Feed
Carriers are a necessity on any farm where a
dozen or more head of stock are to be fed. A
boy of ten years can operate the carrier from
feed bin or silo to mangers or feed racks, and
do the work with less effort than it takes you
to run a loaded wheelbarrow. Write us. giv-
ing outline of your feeding conditions, and we
will gladly furnish estimates free. Louden
Feed Carriers are made in many styles.
Track arranged with slight incline so carrier ,
may be emptied with trip rope and returned
to ijarn. A barn in Sweden.
1 -
I
An intricate but Buccessful track arrangement at the Soldiers'
Home. WashlnKton, D- C. Louden track can be furnished on
special order for any degree curve. ______„
Louden Feed and Litter Carriers, and Louden Stalls and
Stanchions are used in this modern round barn at the Her-
Bhev Farms. Hershey^ Fa. , .^ — . —
^S[^^^^^ FAIRFIELD. 1 OWA ^^^j^j^i^E
Profit and Loss on the Farm
Losses on the farm result from exactly the same
causes which make failures of mercantile establish-
ments. The successful farmer must exercise the
same care to prevent losses as must the superin-
tendent of a great railway system.
Waste Steals Profit
Whether it is of labor or of material, waste is
the most persistent and insidious cause of loss.
The most valuable by-product of the farm is
manure. The litter of the barn is the balance
wheel of the farm. Every crop harvested, every
blade of grass eaten by cattle uses just so much of
your cash capital in soil fertility. You must replace
it by fertilizing. Now comes the opportunity for
waste. What method do you use for handling
manure? All soil experts agree that manure used
fresh and containing its full share of liquid is at
least 50 per cent more valuable than old manure.
Are you losing that 50 per cent through lack of
facilities for handling it? A litter carrier installed
in your barn will enable you to load fresh manure
into a wagon or spreader and make the work mere
child's play.
If you do not have out little booklet entitled
"Some Interesting Facts on a Homely Subject,"
which treats of manure values and methods of
caring for same, send for it — it is free.
Stop Stable Drudgery
Labor costs money. Whether you clean your
barn and feed your stock yourself or hire it done,
you cannot afford to waste the time and energy
called for by the old wheelbarrow method. The
saving in time alone gained by the use of a litter
and feed carrier will pay handsomely on the
investment.
Cleanliness Next To Godliness
Just as much so in the barn as in the kitchen.
A clean barn means healthy cattle, more and better
dairy products. Removing the unpleasant feature
of cleaning the barn by using a litter carrier will
result in more frequent cleaning. The carrier
places the litter either in your wagon or at any
desired distance from your barn, insuring not only
a clean barn, but a clean yard as well.
Check Up The Profits
Count them on your fingers: the increase in
the value of fresh, wet manure and consequent
increase in the fertility of the farm; the saving of
time in the handling; the improved health of your
cattle; the increase both in quantity and quality
of dairy products. Any one of these reasons should
be sufficient to induce any farmer or dairyman to
equip his barn with a Louden Litter Carrier. Many
farmers say that by using a Louden Feed Carrier
they are able to prevent a waste of feed that soon
pays for a feed carrier — to say nothing of the
time saved. If you could reduce each profit to
figures, add them up for a year, setting down the
answer in dollars and cents, you would very
quickly, like every one of your friends who have
installed Louden Litter and Feed Carriers, come
to the conclusion that you could not get along
without them.
Why You Should Buy Louden
Carriers
Because they are the best. This is a "look-
you-square-in-the-eye" statement of facts. We
know they are the best because we have made a
life study of overhead carriers. We own the
second patent issued by the United States Patent
Office on Litter Carriers. We have studied and
experimented constantly, with a full and complete
knowledge of the requirements to make our carriers
perfect. Whenever we find an improvement possi-
ble we make it. We discard undesirable features.
Our patents to-day cover practically every valuable
feature on litter carriers.
Price
In making up your mind to install a litter carrier
in your barn, bear in mind that it is not for a day,
a week or a month, but for years that you want
this carrier to work at all times and to give you
good service. That once you have discarded the
wheelbarrow you do not want to be compelled to
go back to it, while making repairs on a carrier
system which was built too cheaply to stand up
under the work.
We build carriers of different styles, of different
weights of materials, and at a wide variation in
price to suit both the needs and the purse of all.
But from the highest-price outfit to the lowest
price, each one represents the highest standard of
excellence — the Louden Standard — and is posi-
tively the best value that can be bought at the
price.
Write for our complete catalog of Litter and
Feed Carriers.
Page Seventy-Five
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337
(Subject to Change Without Notice)
Goods Marked "* ' are Trade Goods and are not Warranted by this Company
Junior Steel Track Fork Carrier each
Junior Steel Track Fork Carrier, 8 wheels (not illustrated) each
Junior Steel Track Fork Carrier fitted with bwivel Trucks for Round Barns
(not Illustrated) each
Trip Block for Junior Steel Track Fork Carriers each
Double Bead End Stop Block each
Rope Swivel for Junior Steel Track Fork Carrier each
Louden Senior Hay Fork Carrier each
Louden Senior Hay Fork Carrier for Cable Draft Rope (not illustrated) each
Trip Block for Senior Hay Fork Carriers each
Double Bead End Stop Block each
Standard Hay Fork Carrier each
Trip Block for Louden Standard Hay Fork Carrier each
Single Bead End Stop Block each
Junior Fork Carrier for Wood Track each
Trip Block for Junior Fork Carrier for Wood Track each
Carry-All Hay Sling Carrier each
Trip Block for Carry-All Hay Sling Carrier each
Double Bead End Stop Block each
Iowa Hay Sling Carrier each
Iowa Sling Carrier fitted with Swivel Trucks for Round Barn each
Trip Block for Iowa Hay Sling Carrier each
Adjustable Trip for Iowa Hay Sling Carrier each
Double Bead End Stop Block each
Louden Weight Return each
Automatic Hay Sling Carrier each
Trip Block for Automatic Hay Sling Carrier each
Adjustable Trip for Automatic Hay Sling Carrier each
Single Bead End Stop Block each
Reversible Hay Sling Carrier for Wood Track each
Trip Block for Reversible Hay Sling Carrier each
Comb Pulley each
Rope Hook each
Cross Draft Hay Fork and Hay Sling Carrier (For Slings) each
Cross-Draft Hay Fork and Hay Sling Carrier (For Fork) each
Release Block for Cross Draft Carrier each
Double Bead End Stop Block each
Rope Hook each
Three Part Rope Hitch for Cross Draft Carrier each
Single Drum Power Hoist each
Triple Drum Power Hoist each
Round Barn Hay Sling Carrier . each
Round Barn Hay Fork Carrier (not illustrated) each
Release Block for Round Barn Carrier each
Double Bead End Stop Block each
Rope Hook - each
Guide Pulley for Round Barn each
Junior Hay Fork Carrier for Cable Track each
Trip Block for Junior Carrier for Cable Track. each
Rope Swivel for Junior Carrier each
Galvanized Steel Wire Rope, ^^ inch diameter per 100 ft.
Galvanized Steel Wire Rope, }/2 inch diameter per 100 ft.
Galvanized Steel Strand, J4 inch diameter per 100 ft.
Flexible Wire Draft Rope per 100 ft.
Wire Cable Loop Clamp per doz.
Price
Code
4.33
Consul
5.00
Chaise
6.66
.33
.17
Cage
.33
5.33
5.33
.33
.17
Cage
4.33
Captain
.75
.17
Caddy
4.33
Capital
.33
10.00
Heavy
.33
.17
Cage
8.67
Chariot
11.00
.33
.33
.17
Cage
1.00
8.67
Cannon
.90
.33
.17
Caddy
8.67
Champion
.67
.20
Perch
.17
Excelsior
8.67
Chaste
7.67
.67
.17
Cage
.17
Elxcelsior
.60
40.00
80.00
11.00
Round
6.67
.67
.17
Cage
.17
Excelsior
4.00
4.20
Combine
.67
March
.33
6.50
May
5.50
August
2.67
June
6.50
July
2.67
Porto
Page Seventy-Six
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Wire Cable Stop Clamp per doz.
Double Bead Steel Track per ft.
Single Bead Steel Track per ft.
Splice Clamp for Double Bead Steel Track each
Splice Clamp for Single Bead Steel Track each
Standard Two-Part Track Hanger per doz.
Light Two-Part Track Hanger per doz.
5 inch Link Track Hangers per doz.
Straight Wood Track Hang Hook, 14 inches per doz.
Straight Wood Track Hang Hook. 1 6 inches per doz.
Jointed Wood Track Hang Hook, 14 inches jwr doz.
Improved Malleable Rafter Bracket per doz.
Common Malleable Rafter Bracket per doz.
Malleable Ridge Pole Bracket per doz.
Side Rafter Bracket per doz.
Side Beam Bracket per doz.
Barbed Chisel Point Steel Nail per pound
6-tine Standard Size Balance Grapple Hay Fork each
4-tine Balance Grapple Hay Fork each
6-tine ELxtra Large Balance Grapple Hay Fork each
Louden Rocker-Bar Hay Fork each
Triple Harpoon Hay Fork each
Harris Double Harpoon Hay Fork each
3 1 -inch Harris Double Harpoon Hay Fork each
Alfalfa Double Harpoon Hay Fork each
Nellis Single Harpoon Hay Fork each
6-f t. Carry-All Hay Sling each
4-f t. Standard Hay Sling each
5-f t. Standard Hay Sling each
Three Rope Hay Sling each
California Hay Sling (regular) each
California Hay Sling (made up of 5^ inch rope) each
Louden Hay Sling Coupling each
Handy Hay Sling, 3 Ropes each
Handy Hay Sling, 2 Ropes each
Handy Hay Sling Holder each
Side Trip Sling Holder each
Fork Clevis each
Sling Binding Pulley each
Self-Locking Sling Pulleys with Handy Hay Sling Holder Attachment per pair
Self-Locking (Right Angle) Hay Sling Pulleys per peiir
All Registering Heads each
Parallel Hay Sling Pulleys per pair
Senior Parallel Hay Sling Pulley for Wire Draft Rope per pair
High Grade Knot Passing Pulley, Wood Sheave per doz.
High Grade Knot Passing Pulley, Iron Sheave per doz.
High Grade Draft Pulley, Wood Sheave ., per doz.
High Grade Draft Pulley, Iron Sheave per doz.
Mammoth Pulley per doz.
Cable Pulley, 7 inch iron Sheave per doz.
Cable Pulley. 8 inch Sheave per doz.
Upright Floor Pulley per doz.
Standard Fork Pulley each
Senior Fork Pulley each
Return Pulley per doz.
Price
Code
$2.00
Rico
.12
Clara
.12
Cora
.20
Mohler
.20
Mulkins
1.00
Carson
.82
Camp
1.06
Trout
.80
Canna
.90
Chestnut
1.33
Cairo
.48
Casper
.40
Caesar
.67
Cubeb
.80
Cute
1.00
Beam
.10
Cement
6.67
Planet
5.33
Prophet
8.00
Farmer
2.50
Tuttle
3.33
Peerless
1.07
Pony
1.33
Pocket
2.47
Pants
2.00
Poker
4.67
Entire
2.13
Moon
2.53
Mars
2.67
Modern
3.33
Moxie
3.60
.67
Mate
1.60
1.17
1.00
Day
1.00
Martyr
.33
Maroon
2.00
Mentor
2.35
2.00
Mason
.33
1.67
Mastiff
2.33
Miller
4.40
Paragon
5.13
Passprort
3.67
Perlude
4.40
Password
6.67
Pencil
12.00
Kuroki
16.00
Perfect
6.67
Palace
.67
Togard
1.00
$2.00
Pointer
Page Seventy-Seven
LOUDEN MACHINERY COMPANY
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Comb Pulley per doz.
Check Pulley per doz.
Snatch Pulley Block per doz.
Cast Frame Knot Passing Pulleys per doz.
Cast Frame Draft Pulley per doz.
Wood Frame Reed Pulley with Hook per doz.
Wood Frame Reed Pulley with Eye per doz.
Floor Hook, ?4 X 7 inches per doz.
Rafter Hook, J^ x 6 inches per doz.
Small Hook, '2 x 3 } 2 inches per doz.
Single Bead Pulley Hook each
Double Bead Pulley Hook each
Bracket Pulley Holder each
Hoisting Singletree each
Spreader Attachment each
Lightning Rope Hitch per doz.
Swivel Rope Hook each
Offset Hinge per pair
Hay Door Fittings p>er set
No. 1 Hay Rack Clamps ?^xl4 per doz. sets
No. 2 Hay Rack Clamps ^xl6 per doz. sets
No. 3 Hay Rack Clamps ^^ x 18 per doz. sets
Combination Rack Irons per set
Louden Improved Stake Holder per doz.
Louden Common Stake Holder per doz.
Box Rack Stake Holder per doz.
Pressed Steel Stake Holder per doz.
Self Opening Ice Tongs, 1 3 inch per doz.
Self Opening Ice Tongs, 1 7 inch per doz.
Self Opening Ice Tongs, 2 1 inch per doz.
Louden Wire Stretcher per doz.
Louden Stretcher Hoist per doz.
Perfect Hoist No. 25 Triple Sheave each
Perfect Hoist No. 27 Double Sheave each
Perfect Hoist No. 29 Single Sheave each
Perfect Hoist No. 31 Triple Sheave each
Perfect Hoist No. 33 Double Sheave each
Perfect Hoist No. 35 Single Sheave each
Perfect Hoist No. 37 Double Sheave each
Perfect Hoist No. 39 Single Sheave each
Bird Proof Barn Door Track per 100 ft.
Supporting Hangers and Brackets for Bird Proof Track per doz.
Bird Proof Door Hanger per doz. sets
/ djustable Bird Proof Hangers per doz. sets
Garage Door Hanger per doz. sets
Covered Bird Proof Door Track per 1 00 ft.
Double Tread Barn Door Hangers per doz.
Double Tread Barn Door Track per 100 ft.
Covered Double Strap Barn Door Hanger each
Rigid Barn Door Track per 100 ft.
Covered Jointed Barn Door Hanger per doz.
Sliding Barn Door Latch \. per doz.
Screw Adjustable Stay Roller per doz.
Slide Adjustable Stay Roller per doz.
Off Set Hinges per pair
Steel Door Stop per doz.
Price
Code
2.40
Perch
1.20
Parasite
6.67
Pawn
2.67
Peter
2.13
Presto
2.67
Ray
2.67
Frank
.93
Ensign
.80
Envoy
.67
Exile
.17
Province
.17
Provost
.40
Pyramid
1.00
Prince
.67
Pension
2.13
Emery
.17
Excelsior
.53
Puss
1.33
12.00
Finger
12.80
Fang
13.60
Fair
2.33
Fox
2.67
Santiago
1.60
Tampa
1.67
Bahama
1.00
Beach
8.00
Cardenos
8.50
Matanza
9.00
Sharp
9.33
Key West
9.33
Mole
5.33
Ruth
4.67
Eliza
4.00
Jennie
4.00
Emma
3.00
Elsie
2.67
Maude
2.13
Mable
1.60
Bessie
13.33
Bandit
1.00
Hang
16.00
Bird
16.00
16.00
18.00
11.20
Dewey
8.00
Evans
8.53
Reliance
5.28
Marble
8.53
Shamrock
2.40
Manilla
1.33
Cuba
1.33
Havana
.53
Puss
1.60
Page Seventy-Eight
INDEX
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Adjustable Bird-Proof Door Hanger . . 64
Automatic Hay Sling Carrier 16
Bird- Proof Barn Door Hanger 61
Box Rack Stake Holder 49
Bracket Pulley Holder 46
Cable Draft Rope (Not Illustrated) . . 8
Cable Pulleys 44
California Hay Sling 37
Carry-All Hay Sling 36
Carry- All Sling Carrier 12
Cast Frame Draft Pulley 45
Check Pulley 45
Comb Pulley 45
Combination Rack Irons 49
Covered Bird-Proof Barn Door Track . 65
Covered Double Strap Door Hanger.. 67
Covered Jointed Barn Door Hanger. . 67
Cross Draft Sling and Fork Carrier. . 18
Double Bead Steel Track 30
Double End Hoist Barn 55
Double Harpoon Hay Fork 34
Double Tread Barn Door Hangers... 66
End Stop Block (Double Bead Track). .6-8
End Stop Block (Single Bead Track). 10
Five-inch Link Track Hanger 30
Flexible Wire Draft Rope 29
Floor Hook 46
Forks 32,34
Fork Clevis 39
Fork Pulleys 45
Four-Tine Grapple Fork 33
Galvanized Steel Wire Rope 29
Galvanized Steel Strand 29
Garage Door Hanger 64
Grapple Forks 32
Guide Pulley for Round Barn 27
Handy Hay Sling Holder 38
Harpoon Forks 34
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Harris Fork 34
Hay Forks 32, 34
Hay Fork Carriers 6, 11
Hay Rack Clamps 48
Hay Slings 35, 38
Hay Sling Couplings 38
High Grade Pulleys 43
Hoists (Perfect) 51
Hoists (Power) 22, 23
Hoisting Singletree 47
Hooks 46
Ice Tongs 49
Improved Malleable Rafter Bracket .. 31
Iowa Hay Sling Carrier 14
Jointed Wood Track Hook 31
Junior Fork Carrier for Cable Track . 28
Junior Steel Track Hay Fork Carrier. 6
Junior Fork Carrier for Wood Track . 1 1
Lightning Rope Hitch 47
Link Track Hangers 30
Malleable Rafter Brackets 31
Mammoth Pulley 44
Nail (Barbed Chisel Point) 31
Nellis Harpoon Fork 34
Off-Set Hinge 47,68
Perfect Hoists 51
Power Hoists 22, 23
Pulleys 43,45
Rack Irons 49
Rafter Brackets . 31
Rafter Hook 46
Release Block for Cross Draft Carrier 18
Reversible Hay Sling Carrier 17
Rigid Barn Door Track 67
Rope Hitch, Lightning 47
Rope Hook 17
Rope Swivel (Junior Carrier) 28
Round Barn Outfit 25
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Screw Adjustable Stay Roller 68
Self-Locking Sling Pulleys 39
Self-Opening Ice Tongs 49
Senior Fork Pulley 45
Senior Hay Fork Carr er 8
Senior Parallel Hay Sling Pulley for
Wire Draft Rope 42
Side Rafter Bracket 31
Side Trip Sling Holder 38
Sing'e Bead Track Pulley Hook 46
Singletree (Hoisting) 47
Single Bead Steel Track 30
Single Bead End Stop Block 10
Six-Tine Grapple Forks 32
Slings 35, 38
Sling Binding Pulleys 39
Sling Couplings 38
Slide Adjustable Stay Roller 68
Sliding Barn Door Latch 68
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Small Hook 46
Snatch Pulley Block 45
Splice Clamp for Single Bead Steel
Track 30
Splice Clamp for Double Bead Steel
Track 30
Spreader Attachment 47
Stake Holders 49
Standard Fork Pulley 45
Standard Hay Fork Carrier 10
Straight Wood Track Hang Hook. ... 31
Swivel Rope Hook 47
Three-Part Rope Hitch for Cross
Draft Carrier 20
Three-Rope Hay Sling 37
Triple Drum Power Hoist 23
Upright F'oor Pulley 44
Wire Stretcher 50
Wood Frame Reed Pulley 45
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