System and method of cleaning a conveyor belt
US10710813B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 22, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jul 14, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 22, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
- CPC primaryD06G1/00
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A cleaning apparatus is disclosed. The cleaning apparatus includes a roller system including a drive roller and one or more guide rollers configured to receive an elongated article to be cleaned. Each guide roller and the drive roller form a serpentine path for the article. The cleaning apparatus further includes a frame for supporting each guide roller and the drive roller; and a fluid delivery system for directing fluid at top and bottom faces of the article. The fluid delivery system includes one or more conduits. Each conduit is in fluid communication with a plurality of nozzles to direct fluid to the top and the bottom faces of the article. The cleaning apparatus further includes an actuator to linearly displace at least one of conduits back and forth during operation. The drive roller may be a sprocket for engaging and transporting the article. The article may be a conveyor belt.
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