Hydroponic tower compatible gutter assembly
US10681875B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 2, 2018 |
| Grant date | Jun 16, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 17, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01G31/02
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A gutter assembly is provided that is configured to collect water passing through a plurality of vertical hydroponic towers, the assembly minimizing leakage while simplifying gutter maintenance. The gutter assembly includes a gutter pipe from which an upper portion has been removed to form a pair of mounting ledges. The gutter assembly also includes a gutter cap that is attached to the gutter pipe via the mounting ledges using a snap fit system.
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