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Open top tank with flow rate control device therein

US4585146A · kind A · utility

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15Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJun 16, 1983
Grant dateApr 29, 1986
Priority date
Expiry dateJun 16, 2003

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB67D2001/0815
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A refillable syrup tank for use in a post-mix beverage dispenser including an open top through which the tank may be refilled and a discharge end at the bottom. A flow rate control assembly is mounted within the tank and includes a flow rate control tube extending from the top of the tank to a position spaced from the discharge opening. A diaphragm is connected between the bottom of the tube and the tank sidewalls. Weep holes are provided in the diaphragm to permit the flow of syrup therethrough.

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