Single jaw set multiple tool attachment system
US7354010B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 12, 2003 |
| Grant date | Apr 8, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 7, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04G23/08
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A multiple tool attachment system (10) for demolition equipment includes an adapter (12) and a universal body (18) coupled to the adapter with a pair of pivotable jaws (22) pivotally attached to the universal body. Each of the jaws includes a tool carrier for mounting one of a selective set of tool attachments. Each tool attachment forms a distinct tool for the system. The tools can include, but are not limited to a cracker, a pulverizer, a wood shear, an iron/rail cracker and a grapple.
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