Pressure joint for pipes
US7641240B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 10, 2006 |
| Grant date | Jan 5, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 21, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L23/036
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A removable pressure sealing assembly for connecting two pipes includes a single piece cylindrical cover placed over a gap between the pipes, the pipes being aligned with each other. Various annular seals are positioned on the pipes to create a sealing mechanism in the gap between the cover and the pipes before the cover is finally positioned over the gap between the ends of the pipes. Once the annular seals are correctly positioned, the cover can be moved over the gap and end piece rings bolted to both the pipes and the cover to secure the assembly in place.
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