Spray nozzle attachment and methods therefor
US9457361B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 11, 2011 |
| Grant date | Oct 4, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 15, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB05B1/26
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A spray nozzle comprising a fitting that includes a connector, an elongate cylindrical portion extending from the connector, and a bore formed longitudinally through the fitting. A flexible tube is disposed in the bore. The nozzle includes a sleeve that includes an inlet opening configured to slideably receive the cylindrical portion. The sleeve includes a converging outlet operative to selectively deform an end portion of the tube when the sleeve is urged longitudinally toward the connector.
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