Remotely actuated quick connect/disconnect coupling
US7434781B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 28, 2004 |
| Grant date | Oct 14, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 31, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01N1/10
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A water flushing system for a pressurized subterranean water distribution system includes an inlet conduit for receiving pressurized water from the subterranean water distribution system; an outlet fluidly connected to the inlet conduit for discharging pressurized water in the inlet conduit downwardly towards a drain; and a control valve for controlling the flow of pressurized water in the inlet conduit. The water flushing system further includes one or more of the following features: a freeze protection assembly, a detachable coupling system, a dechlorination system, and a backflow prevention system.
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