Spill collector assembly for liquid storage vessels
US4696330A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 14, 1986 |
| Grant date | Sep 29, 1987 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 14, 2006 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/5762
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A receptacle for accumulating spilled liquids about the inlet pipe of a storage tank is slidably fitted within a stationary housing. The receptacle includes an outlet spout connected to the inlet pipe. A center pipe fits within the spout for connection to a supply line. Liquid flows from the supply line through the center pipe into the tank inlet pipe. Spillage is collected in the receptacle and, if desired, permitted to flow into the tank via valved passages in the receptacle bottom.
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