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Jacking tower

US9032689B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 12, 2013
Grant dateMay 19, 2015
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Expiry dateMar 12, 2033

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE04H12/10
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A method of self-erecting a jacking tower includes extending a lift assembly, inserting a first module assembly below the extended lift assembly, lowering the lift assembly around the first module assembly, engaging the lift assembly with the first module assembly, extending the lift assembly with the first module assembly engaged, inserting a second module assembly below the extended lift assembly, lowering the lift assembly, and coupling the first and second module assemblies.

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