Load transport mechanism for a multi-station heat treating system
US9719149B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 21, 2012 |
| Grant date | Aug 1, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 8, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF27D5/0006
- WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A load transport mechanism for moving a heat treating load in a multi-station heat treating system is disclosed. The transport mechanism has a compact construction that allows it to fit in a centrally located stationary transport chamber. The transport chamber is adapted to provide ready access to multiple treating chambers arrayed around the chamber. The transport mechanism includes a load translation mechanism for moving the load linearly and a load rotation mechanism for rotating the load within the transport chamber. A multi-station heat treating system having a centrally located quenching chamber that includes the load transport mechanism is also disclosed.
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