Slide gate
US5190182A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 13, 1992 |
| Grant date | Mar 2, 1993 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 13, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D90/587
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A slide gate closure is provided for bottom discharge bins which are used for storing and transporting large quantities of dry chemicals. The slide gate includes screw means attached to the gate whereby the contents of the container may be fully or partially removed through a discharge opening by rotation of the screw means. Wedges are provided on and about the gate to form a six point contact between the slide gate and a sealing gasket.
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