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Tube shielding system

US11796117B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateApr 6, 2021
Grant dateOct 24, 2023
Priority date
Expiry dateApr 6, 2041

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16L59/10
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A tube shielding system prevents pests such as rodents and insects from damaging tubes or pipes, particularly those made of plastics or other soft materials. The tubes are wrapped with a protective barrier that has a pest control layer. The pest control layer a deterrent that could be physical or chemical. Examples of deterrents are steel mesh, sand, peppermint and capsaicin.

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