Side-by-side slats for a chain conveyor belt and conveyor belt system comprising same
US10843871B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 1, 2017 |
| Grant date | Nov 24, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 14, 2038 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G17/44
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A conveyor belt system provides a continuous flat support surface for a food item that moves the food item through a food preparation device. The conveyor belt system includes a conveyor belt having a plurality of spaced apart rods and a plurality of slats that are removably attached to the conveyor belt with a rod connection mechanism. The slats also include a lateral connection mechanism for lateral removable attachment to an adjacent slat. The slats are easily assembled and provide enhanced field service and/or replacement capability.
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