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Combination galvanic anode and wear plate for storage tanks

US6613216B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMay 15, 2001
Grant dateSep 2, 2003
Priority date
Expiry dateMay 15, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D90/00
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A storage tank for fluids comprises a novel striker plate. The striker plate is comprised of a sacrificial galvanic anode and a steel core, and it is situated opposite an access opening used for measuring depth of fluid in the tank. The striker plate can also function adjacent other corrosive areas in a tank, such as along a seam in a tank wall, to reduce corrosion.

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