Methods and apparatus for handling compound storage vessels
US7449152B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 22, 2004 |
| Grant date | Nov 11, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 2, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T436/11
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method of handling a compound storage vessel (4) disposed in a cavity in a rack, the cavity having an upper and lower opening. The method includes introducing a lifting pin (15) into the cavity through the lower opening to urge the compound storage vessel upwards within the cavity. A lifting head (16) may be placed above the rack for receiving compound storage vessels.
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