Multiple sprayer assembly and method for use
US6375089B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 14, 2000 |
| Grant date | Apr 23, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 14, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB05B13/04
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A multiple nozzle sprayer that includes a fixed or swing bracket assembly configured with a mounting bracket fixedly or adjustably attached by at least one pivot pin to an outwardly projecting angle arm. The mounting bracket is formed with a mounting pad, and the mounting bracket and the angle arm are each formed with at least one nozzle mounting portion. Also included are first and second nozzles mounted to the nozzle mounting portions and configured to project respective spray clouds to intersect. The first nozzle spray cloud is configured with a predetermined droplet size spectra that is greater than that of the second spray nozzle. The first nozzle can be further configured to spray a cloud of a carrier fluid and the second nozzle can be configured to spray an active fluid in a spray cloud that combines with the carrier fluid spray cloud. In another variation, the carrier fluid is water and the active fluid is selected from a group of biologically and/or chemically active substances, and/or mixtures thereof. In a further variation, the carrier fluid is the same as the active fluid, or is a mixture of water and the active fluid. The present invention also contemplates the preced…
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