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Molded plastic water storage tank

US9889986B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJul 28, 2014
Grant dateFeb 13, 2018
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Expiry dateJul 28, 2034

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29L2031/7126
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The cover of a plastic tank suitable for containing water is attached to the tank base by means of alternative joints, including elastically engageable features and lock features to prevent unwanted release. The base of a plastic water tank is comprised of a substrate and a liner and is formed by means which include injection molding into a mold where the core part of the mold is surrounded in part or full by the film which forms the liner.

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