Large container storing and dispensing module assemblies for a vehicle
US5447407A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 8, 1993 |
| Grant date | Sep 5, 1995 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 8, 2013 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S414/124
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A modular storing and dispensing assembly (20) for a plurality of large containers (21) of substantial weight. The modular assembly (20) comprises a container support track mechanism (24) supporting the containers (21) for movement toward a dispensing station (26). An enclosure (27) substantially encloses the track mechanism (24) and all of the containers (21). The track mechanism (24) and the enclosure (27) are both coupled to a modular frame (32) for movement thereof as a unit. The modular frame (32) is mounted on a vehicle (23) and can be used as a free-standing storing and dispensing unit. In an embodiment, the track mechanism (24) includes a conveyor-type assembly (35) extending about a predetermined path (34) substantially along the full transverse dimension of the vehicle (23). The conveyor mechanism (35) includes a conveyor drive mechanism (105) and a flexible transport device (111) movably coupled to the drive mechanism (105). A plurality of carrying trays (36 ) carry the containers (21) therein and are pivotally coupled to the conveyor transport device (111). Further, load-bearing rails (118, 118') are provided which engage and support the conveyor transport device (111) …
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