Conveyor
US4556143A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 22, 1983 |
| Grant date | Dec 3, 1985 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 22, 2003 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G2201/04
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A chain conveyor includes a chain with hold down attachments, at least one elongated guide, supporting and guiding the chain in an upper portion, and secured at a lower portion to an elongated mounting element. The guide and mounting element include cooperating structure for connecting the two together. The mounting element is secured on a conveyor frame section in a standard position and the guide is slid into the element, producing accurate alignment between guides of each section. Curved sections include shortened mounting elements disposed on conveyor cross-ties and defining a curved path for a curved guide.
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