Dumping apparatus for particulate-bearing container
US4370087A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 13, 1980 |
| Grant date | Jan 25, 1983 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 13, 2000 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G65/23
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Mechanical dumping apparatus is described that is adapted for use in a zinc powder galvanizing system. The apparatus is effective to confine the powder during the dumping operation in order to minimize operator exposure to the harmful effects thereof. Mechanism provided for inverting the container includes a lid closure device incorporating a slide gate for controllably discharging the contents of the container when in its inverted mode.
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