Patent · US Expired

Distributor insert dual function stand and storage method

US6520458B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 6, 2001
Grant dateFeb 18, 2003
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Expiry dateFeb 12, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE01C19/20
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A distributor insert screen cover adapted for use both as a particulate bay screen cover and as a lightweight and stable distributor insert stand. A screen is provided in multiple panels that span portions of an open, particulate bay top wall. The panels may be fitted together when removed from the particulate bay to form a stand having a footprint or base of sufficient width to provide improved stability and to allow support of the distributor insert at a height sufficient to allow suspension of a lowly disposed release element above the ground. Simplified versions having fewer or alternative stand components are also disclosed.

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