Conveyor belts and modules with twist-lock accessories
US10155625B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 1, 2015 |
| Grant date | Dec 18, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 4, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G17/08
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A conveyor belt and belt modules with plug-in accessories, such as sideguards. The accessories have plugs that plug into sockets in the belt or individual belt modules. Lugs and mounting slots and tabs and detents on the plugs and sockets help guide, register, and lock the accessories in place. The plugs and sockets allow the accessories to be locked and unlocked by twisting the plugs in the sockets.
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