Wheel guide device
US9371059B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 31, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jun 21, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 31, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60S3/00
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A device for guiding a wheel along a track of a vehicle wash, comprises a support frame, a bracket and a bumper. The bracket is positioned adjacent to the track and has flanges extending upwardly and toward the center of the track defining a channel. The bumper has a mounting portion received in the channel and a wheel contacting portion with a tapered bearing surface. The mounting portion is received in the channel so that the tapered bearing surface extends at an angle upwardly and toward the center of the track.
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