Polymer pipe, a pipe joint insert device, a pipe joint assembly, and methods of forming same
US12203581B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 13, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jan 21, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 15, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2031/24
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A polymer pipe has a length between a first end and a second end. The length and the first end have a first diameter and the second end is a belled end having a second diameter larger than the first diameter. An insert device is received within the second end and has an annular body and a spline groove formed in the annular body and facing radially inward. The insert device is pre-installed in the belled end during the belling process.
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