Pipe fitting
US7044149B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 21, 2001 |
| Grant date | May 16, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 21, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/87917
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A pipe fitting with a body adapted for connection at a first end thereof to a supply pipe and at a second end thereof to a distribution pipe so as to permit fluid communication between the supply pipe and the distribution pipe. The body is provided with first valve device by which said fluid communication can be interrupted. The body is provided with an upstream port and a downstream port, respectively upstream and downstream, in use, of the first valve device. The upstream port and said downstream port permitting the first valve device to be by-passed and fluid from the supply pipe to be introduced to the distribution pipe.
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