Low entry hose reel device with elevated point of operation
US7438250B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 13, 2006 |
| Grant date | Oct 21, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 13, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/6954
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Among the several aspects and features of the present invention may be noted the provision of an improved portable hose reel cart having a low-entry point for recoiling a hose in conjunction with an elevated hand crank for use in rotation of the reel. In an additional embodiment, the elevated hand crank is also used for movement of a level-wind hose guide for positioning of the flexible hose around the hose reel. The present invention also provides an enclosure that includes injection molded panels having integrally formed connectors adapted to cooperate with injection molded as well as extruded panels for assembly of a hose reel enclosure.
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