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Floating direct drive sweep assembly

US9327921B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateOct 21, 2014
Grant dateMay 3, 2016
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Expiry dateOct 21, 2034

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65G2201/042
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A sweep assembly having a drive system connected to a sweep auger and a backboard. The backboard is connected to support members that are also connected to a mounting plate. The mounting plate has flanges that are connected to pins. The pins are received in elongated slots that are part of a central pivot section.

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