Sump clearing device
US8967936B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 21, 2011 |
| Grant date | Mar 3, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 14, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G65/46
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A sump clearing device having a elongated tube attached to a backboard of a sweep auger. A second tube is attached to and extends through a sidewall of a grain bin. The second tube is aligned with the elongated tube. An elongated member having a clearing device is inserted through the second and elongated tube such that the clearing device is positioned above a center sump of the bin.
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