Solid product static brake for solid block chemical dispensers
US5194230A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 2, 1991 |
| Grant date | Mar 16, 1993 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 2, 2011 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01F21/22
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A solid product static brake (10) is provided which is employed in cast solid chemical block dispensing systems for slowing a generally downward gravitationally driven movement of the solid chemical block when placed or installed in a chemical dispenser. The brake provides the ability to prevent the destruction of the cast solid during installation due to mechanical shock. The static brake comprises a horizontal base frame (12), and a plurality of rigid blade members (18) extending from the base frame in a generally perpendicular direction. When a new solid block is installed, the blade members contact and slow the solid block as it falls into the dispenser.
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