Multizone clamping system for paint mixer
US6850020B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 26, 2003 |
| Grant date | Feb 1, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 26, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S366/605
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Apparatus and method for automatically determining which of at least two forces to apply to a paint container in a mixing apparatus that is capable of clamping various sized paint containers. A clamp motor drives a clamping apparatus toward a paint container and a current rise signals engagement of the clamp with the container, whereupon a selection is made from a predetermined set of forces to apply to the container based on the time of energization and voltage applied to the clamp motor.
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