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Dump device for side dump trailer

US8220874B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 15, 2011
Grant dateJul 17, 2012
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Expiry dateJul 15, 2031

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60P1/165
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The tub is mounted to a frame for alternative movement from a position wherein the tub is centrally located with respect to the longitudinal axis of the frame. The tub may be tilted from a position centrally located to a side dump position which is offset with respect to the longitudinal axis of the frame. The apparatus for moving the tub from its centrally located position to its side dump position is a barrel pivotally mounted to the tub and an extension rod which is pivotally mounted to the frame.

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