Multi-use intermodal container
US7591386B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 5, 2007 |
| Grant date | Sep 22, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 15, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D2590/547
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A multi-use intermodal container for transporting cargo comprises compartments, each having both a hopper for discharging particulate material from the bottom of the compartments and a floor above the hopper for supporting standard freight thereon. The floor is arranged to allow passage of particulate material therethrough so that the compartments can be used either for bulk material transport or standard cargo/freight. A door in the side wall provides access to store cargo on the floor of the compartment and a roof hatch provides access to store bulk materials in the compartment for subsequent removal through the hopper.
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