Fluid application system for nippers
US5471745A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 21, 1995 |
| Grant date | Dec 5, 1995 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 21, 2015 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01G2003/007
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A fluid application system for the cutting of individual flower stems. A liquid absorbent sponge is attached to the cutting blade of hand held clippers. Opposite the sponge is a compression plate mounted on the jaw of the same clippers so as to restrict the further movement of the extended sponge surface as the blade and anvil are brought together. The water filled sponge is compressed as the stem between the blade and anvil is cut, simultaneously releasing a quantity of water to the cut area and preventing the introduction of air into the flower stem's vascular system.
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