System and methods for multiple service line plug deployment
US8561646B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 23, 2010 |
| Grant date | Oct 22, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 30, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L55/1141
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Embodiments of the present invention include a system for locating and restoring service lines during pipeline restoration. According to some embodiments of the present invention, a system for service line plug transport and dispensing includes at least one magazine tray including a plurality of service line plugs and a plug advancement mechanism for pushing at least one of the plurality of service line plugs off of the magazine tray and onto an applicator fitting. According to embodiments of the present invention, the applicator fitting includes a magnet configured to interact with a magnet inside the at least one of the plurality of service line plugs.
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