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Apparatus, system and method for filling a beverage container

US11725168B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 2, 2021
Grant dateAug 15, 2023
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Expiry dateSep 19, 2041

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB67C2011/30
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A filling apparatus includes an upper hollow body having a top opening and a bottom opening; a first annular cylinder coupled to the upper hollow body via the bottom opening; a locking ring having a first keg lock slot and a second keg lock slot and coupled to the first annular cylinder; a second annular cylinder coupled to the first annular cylinder; a body seal ring coupled to the second circular cylinder; a bottom hollow cylinder coupled to the second annular cylinder and including a first vent opening probe, a second vent opening probe, and a probe divide wall. The filling apparatus can be connected to a valve on a keg, such as a Sankay-D valve, and can be used to pour alcohol and other liquids into the keg.

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