Rotatable wheel box service panel door and equalizer
US8974144B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 9, 2014 |
| Grant date | Mar 10, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 9, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE03F5/107
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Systems, devices, apparatus, and methods of locking and unlocking a door that is slidable by articulating wheels in tracks, over an entry port to a storm water structure. Locking the door can be accomplished by rotating bolts that are attached to cams. Rotating the bolts causes the cams to press the door against the tracks. Sealing strips can be compressed between door edges and the track to prevent water from passing around the door. A vacuum truck can remove water and debris from the vault/structure. Other versions allow doors to move downward to allow water to overflow the door. The door can slide upward so water can flow underneath. A door in door version has a secondary door slide up and down in tracks in a main door.
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