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Inflation and deflation apparatus

US7320347B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 27, 2005
Grant dateJan 22, 2008
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Expiry dateJun 22, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T137/3677
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A tool allowing both the inflation and deflation of air-filled bags such as dunnage bags is disclosed. The tool comprises a sliding control to easily and safely turn the flow of air on and off. The tool is switched from inflation to deflation mode by moving the bag connecting valve from one end of the device to the other.

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