Tire bead lubricating system
US10562063B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 1, 2018 |
| Grant date | Feb 18, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 1, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16N7/34
- WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A tire bead lubricating system for applying lubricant to a tire consists of a frame supporting conveyor belts which form a conveyor opening therebetween. The conveyor belts transfer a tire from one end of the frame to another. A lubricating wick chamber is maintained within the frame and positioned underneath the conveyor opening. A lubricating wick assembly is received in the lubricating wick chamber and moves into the conveyor opening. The lubricating wick assembly has at least one engagement roller and at least one elongate brush that carries lubricant applied to the tire.
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