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Fluid storage and dispensing system

US5509577A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMay 2, 1994
Grant dateApr 23, 1996
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Expiry dateMay 2, 2014

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB67D7/08
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A medium-sized portable container for holding and dispensing such fluids as aircraft engine oil is formed from durable, corrosion-resistant polymeric material such as high density polyethylene. The container, which has a generally rectangularly parallelepipedal shape, is positioned with its longest dimension parallel to the ground to enhance stability and permit stacking. The container is divided into two compartments, one holding the fluid to be dispensed and the other enclosing an electrically driven pump and other dispensing equipment. Controls are provided to shut off current flow automatically when the dispensing pump is not operating.

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