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Alignment orifice shield

US10371287B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateSep 19, 2014
Grant dateAug 6, 2019
Priority date
Expiry dateJan 29, 2035

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16L3/1207
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Systems, methods, process, and article of manufacture regarding alignment orifice shields are provided. Shields can be configured to mate with leaching conduits in a certain configuration and can provide visual clues with regard to orientation as well as stability of installation for a pressurized or gravity-flow conduit. Methods of manufacture are also provided where manual or automated systems may be used for securing and adapting conduits to align with one or shields prior to or during installation of a leaching system.

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