Dispensing tool and system for reloading the tool
US6422427B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 22, 2001 |
| Grant date | Jul 23, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 22, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB05C17/0146
- WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A dispensing tool according to the present invention includes a dispensing outlet and at least a first material storage tube having a material storage chamber and an outlet. The tool also includes a drive assembly that is at least partially disposed within the first material storage tube and adapted to dispense material from the first material storage tube through the dispensing outlet. A valve assembly allows the material storage tube to be automatically reloaded when the tool is placed in a reloading station. A clamp may be used to hold the tool at the station.
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