Modular pipeline connector
US6179349A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 12, 1998 |
| Grant date | Jan 30, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 12, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L25/0009
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system of elements for the formation of pipelines in units for channeling and distributing a gaseous or liquid fluid that is under pressure or under vacuum. The pipelines are created starting from an extruded section pipe with a four-sided cross section having at least one central longitudinal hole and gripping elements along the corners of its walls. A joint which can be inserted tightly into the hole of consecutive section pipes makes possible their connection with the transmission of fluid. A fixing clamp is mounted on the adjacent ends of the consecutive pipes and engages with the gripping elements to mechanically lock the pipes among one another.
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