Multi-station liquid dispensing apparatus with automatic selection of proper flow rate
US9174179B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 19, 2013 |
| Grant date | Nov 3, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 19, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/87684
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A multi-station liquid mixing and dispensing apparatus. The apparatus includes a housing that defines a first pocket for supporting a first container, a second pocket for supporting a second container, and a third pocket disposed vertically above at least one of the first pocket and the second pocket. The apparatus also includes a first door pivotably coupled to the housing and enclosing the first pocket, and a second door pivotably coupled to the housing and enclosing the second pocket. The apparatus also includes a valve coupled to the housing to control flow of chemical concentrate to at least one of the first container and the second container.
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