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Telescopic ram

US4008648A · kind A · utility

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14Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateNov 11, 1975
Grant dateFeb 22, 1977
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Expiry dateNov 11, 1995

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF15B15/16
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A single-acting, three-stage, four-section telescopic ram for use in conjunction with a triple-lift type mast in a lift truck. The ram features an extremely low overall length when fully contracted, thus affording good operator visibility. The ram also is capable of producing surprisingly "high-lift" despite its low contracted profile. Further, the ram features an internal construction that produces constant lifting and lowering speeds for a load, as well as providing for positive control over the sequence of movements of parts in and on an associated mast.

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