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Apparatus and method for applying sleeves to pipe

US4574023A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 26, 1984
Grant dateMar 4, 1986
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Expiry dateJan 26, 2004

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29C63/06
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An apparatus for applying a sleeve on a pipe comprises a dispenser for wrapping material and guides which define the path followed by the dispenser around the pipe. The guides are held on the pipe so that they are immovable as the sleeve is formed.

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