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Method of shipping and storing removable tread belts for very large tires

US7048484B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 23, 2004
Grant dateMay 23, 2006
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Expiry dateSep 23, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60C11/02
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An improved method of shipping and storing tires having a removable tread belt mounted to a tire carcass which are typically used on large vehicles such as earthmovers. The method includes shipping the tread belt separately from the tire carcass; and holding two opposite sides of the tread belt in mating engagement during shipping.

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