Bin for granular substance
US5092484A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 4, 1990 |
| Grant date | Mar 3, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 4, 2010 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D43/26
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A bin for granular substance is disclosed comprising a receptacle (4) having an inwardly rolled top rim flange (14). The rim flange in turn defines an integral registration detent region (B). Rearward and forward lid components (38, 42) are mounted over the receptacle opening with the rearward lid component having a depending J-shaped appendages (30), which are located to extend below the below the receptacle of downturned rim flange (16). The forward lid component (38) is adapted having elements (52, 56) for sliding and pivotal engagement with the rearward lid component, whereby the forward lid component can be slidably repositioned along the rearward lid component, and at any position therealong, pivot upward to expose the receptacle top opening.
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