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Cleaning device for pneumatic conveyance system

US10315857B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 19, 2017
Grant dateJun 11, 2019
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Expiry dateApr 19, 2037

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65G51/035
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A device for maintaining a pneumatic conveyance line can include a body having one or more wings. In some examples, the body is configured to be positioned between opposing rails of a pneumatic conveyance track with the one or more wings positioned on a respective opposing rail of the track. The wings can carry one or more agents for at least one of cleaning and lubricating the track. As the device is pushed along the track, the device can clean and/or lubricate the track.

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