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Automatic proportioning paint spray system

US4019653A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateAug 22, 1975
Grant dateApr 26, 1977
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Expiry dateAug 22, 1995

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB05B12/1418
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Apparatus is disclosed for spraying paints wherein the paint comprises a predetermined ratio mixture of at least two components, and wherein the ratio of these components is controlled automatically as they are delivered to a spray gun and prior to mixing, by means flow-sensing devices which generate flow-representative signals to a control unit. The control unit calculates the appropriate ratio and adjusts a flow regulating device in at least one of the component lines for ensuring continued flow at the desired ratio.

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