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Marking paint applicator for portable locator

US9085007B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 13, 2013
Grant dateJul 21, 2015
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Expiry dateFeb 13, 2033

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D83/46
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A marking paint applicator for a portable electronic locator that locates buried cables and pipes via electromagnetic emissions is disclosed. The marking paint application may include an elongated support structure and a manually moveable trigger mechanism mounted adjacent an upper end of the support structure, along with a bracket assembly, a trigger mechanism, a receptacle for holding paint, and an actuating mechanism for selectively controlling release of the paint in response to operator actuation of the trigger mechanism.

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