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Counterbalance devices for a closure

US8043442B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 24, 2006
Grant dateOct 25, 2011
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Expiry dateMay 22, 2029

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE05Y2900/304
  • WIPO fieldFurniture, games
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

Counterbalance devices are provided for a closure mounted with respect to a container. The devices can include a stationary friction member, an elongated flexible member, and a biasing member. The stationary friction member can be comprised of a mounting portion and a friction portion. An intermediate portion of the elongated flexible member can also slidingly engage the friction surface of the stationary friction member.

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