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Method and a device for lifting and rotating a massive container

US7547177B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 17, 2005
Grant dateJun 16, 2009
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Expiry dateMar 19, 2027

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG21F5/14
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A device and method for lifting and rotating a massive container comprising a base frame assembly, a cradle pivotally connected to the base frame assembly and adapted to hold the container, a mechanism for moving the container vertically relative to at least part of the base frame assembly, and a hydraulic cylinder connected between the base frame assembly and the cradle for rotating in a vertical plane the cradle relative to the base frame assembly.

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