Method and apparatus for gripping and installing pipe
US7950709B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 27, 2008 |
| Grant date | May 31, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 28, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S294/902
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Apparatus for gripping and handling a length of pipe includes first and second pipe gripping members supported on a frame. The first pipe gripping member is movable along a straight line path from an open position to a closed position closer to the second pipe gripping member. The first pipe gripping member is supported on a movable transfer plate having an engagement member connected thereto and to a piston rod of a hydraulic cylinder.
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