Conveyor system with pivotable hooks
US7347772B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 21, 2006 |
| Grant date | Mar 25, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 21, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA22C15/001
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A conveyor system for linked sausage strands having a frame with an operating platform. The platform has opposite first and second ends, opposite sides, a top surface, and a wall extending along the sides and ends. A channel is formed in the top surface and a conveyor chain is disposed within the channel. Secured to the chain are a plurality of pivotable hooks that are movable between a loading position and an unloading position.
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