Pipelayer with quick attach counterweights
US10850952B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 17, 2017 |
| Grant date | Dec 1, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 27, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L1/036
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A pipelayer machine having a counterweight assembly is provided. The pipelayer machine can include a main body having first and second sides, a first side track provided on the first side of the main body and a second side track provided on the second side of the main body. A side boom can be provided on the first side of the main body. The counterweight assembly can be provided on the second side of the main body and include a counterweight mounting frame. A counterweight can be provided having a first side with an engagement hook extending from the first side. The engagement hook can be used to attach the counterweight to the counterweight mounting frame.
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