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Melter and applicator for applying filling material to paved surfaces

US6109826A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJun 3, 1999
Grant dateAug 29, 2000
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Expiry dateJun 3, 2019

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE01C19/45
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A melter and applicator (10) is shown for applying liquefied paving material to damaged pavement. The applicator (10) reduces the problems which occur due to the unintentional solidification of the paving material within the hose (74) of either the heated or unheated type. A cabinet (44) is provided which is selectively able to maintain the temperature of the unheated hose (74) during periods of non-use. In addition, a wand access port (100) is provided which allows either type of hose (74) to be run continuously, directing material back to a supply bin (26). In addition, a chimney (40) is provided which vents the by-products of combustion generated while melting the paving material. This chimney, (40) is fluidly coupled to the bin (26) which contains the paving material so that noxious fumes produced during the melting are drawn off.

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