Cage for support of flexible pipes, tubing, and lines
US10648158B1 · kind B1 · utility
Inventor
Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 18, 2019 |
| Grant date | May 12, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 18, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE02F3/3414
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
This cage routes and contains flexible lines cleanly, and secures them in a manner such that the flexible lines will not snag on loader treads, or other obstacles. The cage is formed by distinct placement of straight pins and angle pins in a flat bed. The support holder may be used independently, or in sets, to contain ⅜″, ½″, and ¾″ flexible line. Placement is accomplished by an operator placing the line past and over pins and then bending over a final angle pin to finally contain the line within the cage. The line remains contained until an operator extracts the line, when the process is reversed.
Source: USPTO / EPO open patent data. Objective bibliographic and citation counts.