Powder filling systems, apparatus and methods
US6581650B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 4, 2001 |
| Grant date | Jun 24, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 4, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65B9/042
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The invention provides methods, systems and apparatus for the metered transport of fine powders into receptacles. According to one exemplary method, the fine powder is first fluidized. At least a portion of the fluidized fine powder is then captured. The captured fine powder is then transferred to a receptacle, with the transferred powder being sufficiently uncompacted so that it may be dispersed upon removal from the receptacle.
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