Animal-resistant latching system
US9567775B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 16, 2010 |
| Grant date | Feb 14, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 27, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T292/0846
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An animal-resistant latching system for inhibiting animals from accessing food and food containing refuse within containers. The device is composed of an access panel containing an opening to which is secured at least one latching members, a cam assembly, a cover, and a bracket. The latching members are positioned so as to inhibit access to the container when the member is in the latched position and allow access to the container when the member is in the unlatched position. The cam assembly communicates with the latching members so as to move the members between the latched and unlatched positions. The cover and bracket are dimensioned and positioned on the access panel in a predetermined manner so as allow human hands access to the cam assembly and unlatch the container while simultaneously inhibiting such access by animals.
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