Handheld vacuum test fixture and method of monitoring vacuum cup differential pressure
US8122776B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 12, 2009 |
| Grant date | Feb 28, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 14, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB66C1/0218
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An apparatus for checking or monitoring a vacuum drawn by a suction cup used in connection with a material handling system. The apparatus includes a faceplate and a handle connected to the faceplate. The handle includes a vacuum gauge wherein a passageway extends from the vacuum gauge to the faceplate.
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