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Braking system for a molded fiberglass spiral chute

US4726456A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJun 4, 1986
Grant dateFeb 23, 1988
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Expiry dateJun 4, 2006

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65G11/203
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Friction applying material in a recess in a portion of the upper surface of a molded fiberglass spiral chute to apply a braking force to reduce the velocity of articles passing over the upper surface of the molded fiberglass spiral chute while still providing a substantially continuous surface for passage of the articles.

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