Bottom chime and beverage keg
US11420787B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 27, 2018 |
| Grant date | Aug 23, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 5, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB67D2210/00097
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention relates to a bottom chime for a beverage keg. The bottom chime is configured to be push fitted onto the keg, and to subsequently be removable from the keg, for example to enable recycling of the bottom chime separately to the keg. The bottom chime comprises a plurality of inwardly extending engagement elements that are configured to form a snap fit engagement with a corresponding plurality of recesses provided in the body of the keg.
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