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Double cap system for the handling and transfer of hazardous materials

US7841483B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 16, 2007
Grant dateNov 30, 2010
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Expiry dateMay 21, 2029

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG21F7/047
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

This invention relates to a system of double cap for the handling and transferring of hazardous materials between two vessels containing radioactive or toxic materials or pathogenic microorganisms. The system of the present invention includes a particular metal-metal sealing embodied between the cap and flange of a first container or water-tight compartment, and the cap and flange of a second container.

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