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Method for finishing a surface using a grouting pan

US10011999B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 20, 2017
Grant dateJul 3, 2018
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Expiry dateFeb 20, 2037

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  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE04F21/16
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

Methods and apparatus are provided for finishing a composite floor. The apparatus includes a grouting pan configured to be affixed to the rotating head of a finishing machine. The grouting pan has a planar bottom surface and a curved sidewall. Grouting pans are rotated over a prepped surface such that the curved sidewalls trowel the mortar onto the rough composite surface and the bottom surface which is in contact with the prepped floor forces the mortar into the surface voids such that a grouted surface.

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