Front end loader bucket discharge funnel and distributor
US6969226B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 4, 2004 |
| Grant date | Nov 29, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 4, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S37/903
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A discharge funnel and distributor chute for sand and gravel or other disperse material which is removably attachable to the bucket of a front end loader. Funnel engaging hooks are attached along the front edges of the sides of the bucket and spaced upward from the bucket floor. The funnel has a floor and vertical sidewalls forming an open rear bucket receiving portion for receiving the front lower portion of the bucket. This portion has a floor and sides with a hook engaging bar extending between upper ends of the funnel sides forming a rear opening. Angled bucket guide bars are located along the inner sides of opposite walls. The funnel has a converging funnel portion connected to the engaging portion. The converging portion opens into a discharge chute. The chute allows the discharge of disperse material to a specific location such as a basement floor under construction.
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