Module for a modular beverage distribution system
US8479955B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 19, 2008 |
| Grant date | Jul 9, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 25, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB67D2210/00047
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention relates to a module (28) for a modular pressure distribution system (8) comprising a plurality of modules. The module (28) comprises a frame (60, 60′, 61, 61′) defining an outer periphery and a space defined within the outer periphery and a pressure chamber (22) for receiving a beverage container (68), the pressure chamber being arranged within the space. The module further comprises a first type connector (46) and a second type connector (48) positioned at the outer periphery. A fluid path (47) establishes fluid communication from the first type connector to the second type connector. The first type connector (46) is connectable to a connector of the second type connector (48) of a neighbouring module, and the first type connector is adapted to receive a pressure-fluid from a pressure-fluid source. The second type connector is adapted to transfer the pressure-fluid to a first type connector of a neighbouring module. The module still further comprises a third type connector (66) in fluid communication with the first type connector and supplying the pressure-fluid to the pressure chamber (22).
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