Coupling system including a safety fastener device
US8459699B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 10, 2008 |
| Grant date | Jun 11, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 11, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L23/024
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A coupling system including a coupling for fastening to one end of a pipe via a fastening connection; and a sleeve surrounding the fastening connection is disclosed. The sleeve includes a first end for welding to the pipe, and a hook-forming second end for co-operating with the coupling in such a manner that the hook is suitable for providing fastening between the coupling and the pipe in the event of the fastening connection being damaged.
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