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04-01-2018 дата публикации

SHAFT FOR SIDE-BY-SIDE CONVEYOR

Номер: US20180000010A1
Автор: Wohlhuter Mark Ronald, Zimmerman Jeffrey Michael
Принадлежит:

A motor shaft assembly includes a first shaft, a first motor, a second shaft and a second motor. The first shaft has a first end and a second end. The first motor is attached to the first end of the first shaft and is configured to rotate the first shaft about a longitudinal axis. The first shaft and the first motor have a longitudinal bore. The second shaft has a first end and a second end, wherein a portion of the second shaft is positioned in the longitudinal bore. The second motor is attached to the first end of the second shaft and is configured to rotate the second shaft about the longitudinal axis. A conveyor assembly includes a first shaft, sprocket, motor, and conveyor, and a second shaft, sprocket, motor and conveyor. An agricultural apparatus includes a tank, a boom, conveyors and motors. 1. A motor shaft assembly comprising:a first shaft having a first end and a second end;a first motor attached to the first end of the first shaft and configured to rotate the first shaft about a longitudinal axis, the first shaft and the first motor having a longitudinal bore therethrough;a second shaft having a first end and a second end, wherein a portion of the second shaft is positioned in the longitudinal bore; anda second motor attached to the first end of the second shaft and configured to rotate the second shaft about the longitudinal axis.2. The assembly of further comprising a bearing connected to the second end of the second shaft.3. The assembly of wherein there is no physical contact between the second shaft and the first shaft.4. The assembly of wherein there is no physical contact between the second shaft and the first motor.5. The assembly of further comprising a sprocket attached to the first shaft.6. The assembly of further comprising a sprocket attached to the second shaft.7. A conveyor assembly comprising:a first shaft having a first end and a second end;a first sprocket attached to the first shaft;a first motor attached to the first end of the first ...

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Номер записи: 1
04-01-2018 дата публикации

ROLLER FOR SIDE-BY-SIDE CONVEYOR

Номер: US20180002112A1
Автор: Zimmerman Jeffrey Michael
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An apparatus includes a shaft, a first barrel, and a second barrel. The shaft has a first end, a second end, and a longitudinal axis of rotation. The first barrel surrounds a first portion of the shaft and is fixed to the shaft to rotate therewith. The second barrel surrounds a second portion of the shaft and is configured to rotate about the axis independent of a rotation of the shaft. 1. An apparatus comprising:a shaft having a first end, a second end, and a longitudinal axis of rotation;a first barrel surrounding a first portion of the shaft and fixed to the shaft to rotate therewith; anda second barrel surrounding a second portion of the shaft, and configured to rotate about the axis independent of a rotation of the shaft.2. The apparatus of wherein the second barrel is spaced from the first barrel along the axis.3. The apparatus of further comprising a spacer positioned to surround the shaft and positioned between the first barrel and the second barrel.4. The apparatus of further comprising an annular bearing positioned at least partially between the shaft and the spacer.5. The apparatus of further comprising an annular bearing positioned at least partially between the shaft and the second barrel.6. The apparatus of further comprising a first bearing through which the first end of the shaft extends.7. The apparatus of further comprising a second bearing through which the second end of the shaft extends.8. The apparatus of further comprising a first mounting bracket in which the first bearing is positioned.9. The apparatus of further comprising:a first mounting bracket in which the first bearing is positioned; anda second mounting bracket in which the second bearing is positioned.10. The apparatus of wherein the first barrel is substantially hollow.11. The apparatus of further comprising:a first conveyor belt configured to wrap at least partially around the first barrel; anda second conveyor belt configured to wrap at least partially around the second barrel. ...

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Номер записи: 2
13-01-2022 дата публикации

MATERIAL TRACKING FOR MILLING MACHINES

Номер: US20220010507A1
Автор: Hirman Colton J.
Принадлежит: Caterpillar Paving Products Inc.

A milling machine includes a cutting rotor, a foldable conveyor, a sensor, and a controller. The cutting rotor is configured to mill material beneath the milling machine. The foldable conveyor is configured to receive and dispose the milled material and includes a first section and a second section foldable with respect to the first section at a fold structure. The sensor is positioned on the milling machine and configured to sense a value indicative of a force acting on the second section. The controller is configured to determine an amount of the milled material within the second section of the foldable conveyor using the value indicative of the force. 1. A method for tracking an amount of milled material for a milling machine , the method comprising:milling paving material using a cutting rotor of the milling machine;providing the milled material to a foldable conveyor of the milling machine, the foldable conveyor comprising a first section and a second section foldable with respect to the first section at a fold structure;sensing, via a sensor positioned on the milling machine, a value indicative of a force acting on the second section of the foldable conveyor; anddetermining, via a controller, the amount of the milled material using the value indicative of the force acting on the second section.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the fold structure comprises a hydraulic cylinder claim 1 , and wherein the sensor is positioned within the hydraulic cylinder.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein sensing claim 2 , via the sensor claim 2 , comprises sensing a pressure in the hydraulic cylinder using a pressure sensor.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the fold structure comprises one or more links connected between the first section and the second section to facilitate folding of the foldable conveyor claim 1 , and wherein sensing via the sensor comprises sensing a force on the one or more links.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the sensor comprises one or more strain ...

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Номер записи: 3
20-01-2022 дата публикации

VIBRATION FEEDER DEVICE AND METHOD FOR VIBRATION FEEDING OF BULK MATERIAL

Номер: US20220017312A1
Автор: BÖHM Roland
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The present disclosure relates to a method for vibration feeding of bulk material and a vibration feeder device provided for such purposes, comprising a material feed, a charging hopper including a hopper discharge, a feeder tray, a height adjustment means for adjusting a level height between the hopper discharge and the feeder tray, and a vibration driver for driving the feeder tray at an oscillation amplitude and an oscillation frequency, where a target material throughput and material specific parameters of the bulk material are input, initial parameters for the level height, oscillation amplitude and oscillation frequency are determined from these inputs, and subsequently the level height is adjusted by controlling the height adjustment means. 1. A method for vibration feeding of bulk material , the method comprising the steps:{'b': '1', 'providing a vibration feeder device including a material feed, a charging hopper with a hopper discharge, a feeder tray, a height adjustment means for adjusting a level height between the hopper discharge and the feeder tray, and a vibration driver for driving the feeder tray at an oscillation amplitude and an oscillation frequency (step ST),'}{'b': '2', 'receiving or inputting a target material throughput and material specific parameters of the bulk material (step ST),'}{'b': '3', 'determining initial parameters as operating parameters, the operating parameters including a level height, oscillation amplitude and oscillation frequency (step ST),'}{'b': '4', 'setting the level height by controlling the height adjustment means (step ST),'}{'b': '5', 'operating the vibration feeder device (step ST) by filling the charging hopper in filling phases and controlling the vibration driver at the oscillation amplitude and oscillation frequency, discharging the bulk material at the material discharge of the feeder tray,'}{'b': '6', 'weight measuring a total mass as a function of time and determining a current material throughput (step ST ...

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Номер записи: 4
27-01-2022 дата публикации

Flowback tank cleaning system and method

Номер: US20220023919A1
Автор: Billy C. Rowell, Brandon J. Crossley, Brodey W. Davis, Corey L. Hobbs, Jay C. Robinson, Johnny T. Gaulf
Принадлежит: Oil States Energy Services LLC

A flowback tank cleaning system and method is described. A flowback tank includes a self-cleaning system. A flowback tank cleaning method may include moving solid debris collected at a bottom of a collection section of a flowback tank towards a lift auger using a cleaning auger or a conveyer belt extending along a length of the collection section, the bottom of the collection section including an angled trough, funneling solid debris towards the cleaning auger or conveyor belt by placing the cleaning auger or conveyor belt at a base of the angled trough, spraying fluid downward through a series of fluid outlets, removing the sand so moved by the cleaning auger or conveyer belt from the flowback tank using the lift auger, and removing the fluid from the flowback tank using a drain manifold below the cleaning auger or conveyer belt.

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Номер записи: 5
11-01-2018 дата публикации

CONVEYOR DEVICE FOR CONVEYOR INSTALLATIONS, A MODULAR SYSTEM, AND A METHOD FOR PRODUCING SUCH A CONVEYOR DEVICE

Номер: US20180009607A1
Автор: TIEDEMANN Hauke
Принадлежит: INTERROLL HOLDING AG

The invention relates to a conveyor for conveyor systems for conveying containers, pallets and the like, or bulk material, comprising a drum tube which extends along a longitudinal axis and has a first end and a second end opposite said first end, an electrical drive unit which is designed to exert a conveyor torque from a first axle onto the drum tube, characterised by a cartridge tube which is secured torque-resistantly and coaxially in the drum tube, and a cover which is rotatably mounted on the first axle and which covers one end of the cartridge tube, wherein the electrical drive unit is arranged inside the cartridge tube and said cartridge tube is secured coaxially inside the drum tube. 116.-. (canceled)17. A conveyor for conveyor systems for conveying containers , pallets and the like , or bulk material , comprising:a drum tube which extends along a longitudinal axis and has a first end and a second end opposite said first end;an electrical drive unit which is designed to exert a conveyor torque from a first axle onto the drum tube, wherein a drive cartridge comprising a cartridge tube secured torque-resistantly and coaxially in the drum tube; anda cover rotatably mounted on the first axle and which covers one end of the cartridge tube,wherein the electrical drive unit is arranged inside the cartridge tube and said cartridge tube is secured coaxially inside the drum tube.18. The conveyor according to claim 17 , wherein the cover extends into the cartridge tube and has an outer diameter in a flange portion outside the cartridge tube which is equal to the outer diameter of the drum tube.19. The conveyor according to claim 17 , wherein the torque-resistant connection between the cartridge tube and the drum tube has or is formed by an interference fit between the outer diameter of the cartridge tube and the inner diameter of the drum tube.20. The conveyor according to claim 17 , wherein the torque-resistant connection between the cartridge tube and the drum tube ...

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Номер записи: 6
09-01-2020 дата публикации

Systems and methods for sorting material on a conveyor

Номер: US20200009576A1
Автор: Adwait A. Thakur, Michael R. Kosmicki
Принадлежит: Novelis Inc Canada

Disclosed are systems and methods for sorting material on a conveyor of a conveyor system, such as a conveyor system for material including non-ferrous metals. The conveyor system includes a conveyor belt and a separator system. The conveyor belt is adapted to convey the material. The separator system includes a separator below the conveyor belt and is configured to selectively apply a separating force onto the material on the conveyor belt such that at least one piece of the material is lifted off of the conveyor belt. A method of sorting material on a conveyor belt includes receiving the material on the conveyor belt, conveying the material with the conveyor belt, and applying the separating force onto the material with the separator such that at least one piece of the material is lifted off of the conveyor belt.

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Номер записи: 7
10-01-2019 дата публикации

Belt Conveyor with Automated In-Line Tension Control System

Номер: US20190009989A1
Автор: Francisco Cesar F.
Принадлежит: KSi Conveyor, Inc.

A belt conveyor with automatic in-line tensioning. A tensioner bar is slidably received into a tensioning slot and guided by a plurality of rails. At least one air spring is positioned between the tensioner frame and the tensioner bar. The first air spring pushes the tensioner bar such that movement of the tensioner bar moves the end roller to affect a tensioning force upon the endless belt. An air pressure gauge can display an air pressure value corresponding to a tension force of the endless belt. A tracking assembly allows tracking of the endless roller independent of the tensioning. A controller can controls the tensioning and release of tensioning based on operational or environmental factors. 1. A conveyor having an end roller and an endless belt for conveying granular material , the conveyor comprising: i. a first sidewall;', 'ii. a second sidewall;', 'iii. a tensioning slot disposed in a first sidewall of the tail assembly;, 'a. a tail assembly havingb. a tensioner frame securely mounted to the tail assembly;c. a tensioner bar slidably received into the tensioning slot and extending horizontally across the tail assembly such that the tensioner bar protrudes through the first sidewall and the second sidewall;d. a first air spring disposed between the tensioner frame and the tensioner bar, the first air spring configured to extend in an axis perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the end roller; ande. wherein the tensioner bar is coupled with the end roller such that movement of the tensioner bar moves the end roller to affect a tensioning force upon the endless belt.2. The conveyor of claim 1 , further comprising a second air spring mounted between the tensioner frame and the tensioner bar claim 1 , wherein the second air spring is mounted parallel to the first air spring.3. The conveyor of claim 2 , further comprising an air manifold operably connected to the first air spring and the second air spring.4. The conveyor of claim 3 , wherein each of the first ...

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Номер записи: 8
11-01-2018 дата публикации

CONVEYOR BRIDGE

Номер: US20180010455A1
Автор: de Lore Andrew P., Wood Travers T.
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A conveyor includes an endless belt, a boot end supporting a portion of the endless belt, a support structure, and a bridge. The endless belt includes a first run and a second run, and the first run extends along a conveyor axis. The support structure includes an end spaced apart from the boot end, a plurality of frames, and a plurality of idler rolls. The frames are spaced apart from one another and aligned with one another in a direction parallel to the conveyor axis. The idler rolls support another portion of the endless belt. The bridge extends between the boot end and the end of the support structure. The bridge is movable in a direction parallel to the conveyor axis relative to at least one of the boot end and the support structure. 1. A conveyor comprising:a belt for carrying material in a direction of travel;a support system supporting at least a portion of the belt, the support system including a first end spaced apart from a second end by a gap extending along the direction of travel; anda bridge for supporting a portion of the belt moving between the first end and the second end, the bridge extending across the gap between the first end and the second end, the bridge being movable relative to at least one of the first end and the second end in a direction parallel to the direction of travel.2. The conveyor of claim 1 , wherein the support system includes a support structure and a boot end claim 1 , the support structure having a plurality of frames and rolls for engaging the belt claim 1 , the support structure forming the first end claim 1 , the boot end being movable relative to the support structure and forming the second end.3. The conveyor of claim 2 , wherein the support structure further includes a pair of rails extending between the frames claim 2 , wherein the bridge is coupled to a carriage supported for rolling movement along at least one of the rails.4. The conveyor of claim 3 , wherein each frame includes a pair of legs claim 3 , and the ...

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Номер записи: 9
03-02-2022 дата публикации

DEVICE, KIT AND METHOD FOR TREATING BULK PRODUCTS

Номер: US20220032505A1
Автор: Wilhelm Klaus
Принадлежит: Helios Gerätebau für Kunststofftechnik GmbH

In order to be able to operate a dust separator with or without a lower closure element (), the closure element () is part of a separate closure unit () which is mounted under the dust separator if required. For this purpose, the dust separator, the closure unit () and optionally further components, such as a delivery flow generator, are kept available in a kit so as to be able to assemble the treatment unit as required. The dust separator can be operated in batches by means of the closure element (). 140. A closure unit () for a stream of granules flowing through , comprising:{'b': '41', 'a housing (),'}{'b': 42', '4', '41', '41, 'i': 'd', 'a granulate inlet opening () for the granulate () in the upper part of the housing (), in particular in its lid plate (),'}{'b': 43', '41, 'a granulate outlet opening () in the lower part of the housing (),'}{'b': 44', '41', '42, 'a closure element () in the housing (), that can close a granulate flow opening, in particular the granulate inlet opening () or a granulate outlet opening of a component located above it, in particular from its underside, and'}{'b': 49', '49', '41, 'connecting elements (), in particular through-holes (), in the upper and lower region of the housing () for connection to a component arranged above or below.'}2. The closure unit according to claim 1 , [{'b': 44', '44', '44', '41', '42, 'the closure element () is an upwardly projecting closure element (), in particular a closure cone (), which in the closure state projects upwards out of the housing () through the upper granulate inlet opening (),'}, {'b': 44', '44', '45, 'the closure element (), in particular the closure cone (), is mounted pivotably about at least one horizontal axis, preferably about two intersecting horizontal axes, on a component supporting it, in particular a closure element base ().'}], 'characterized in that'}4. The closure unit according to characterized in that{'b': 40', '44, 'the closure unit () has an electronic control for ...

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Номер записи: 10
18-01-2018 дата публикации

HOPPER FOR CEMENT CHUTE

Номер: US20180016099A1
Автор: Workman Gary
Принадлежит: Deslauriers, Inc.

A concrete accessory for use with a ready mix chute comprises a funnel shaped hopper. The hopper has a wide upper opening of a size corresponding to that of a ready mix chute and tapering to a narrow lower opening. The hopper has a seamless inner surface and a pair of hollow aligned receptacles on opposite sides of the hopper and extending outwardly therefrom proximate the upper opening. An elongate rod has a length greater than the spacing between the aligned hollow receptacles to be received therein. A hanger assembly removably attaches the rod to a ready mix chute, in use, to support the hopper below the chute. 1. A concrete accessory for use with a ready mix chute comprising:a funnel shaped hopper with a wide upper opening of a size corresponding to a ready mix chute and tapering to a narrow lower opening, the hopper having a seamless inner surface and a pair of aligned hollow receptacles on opposite sides of the hopper and extending outwardly therefrom proximate the upper opening, wherein the hollow receptacles are closed at distal ends;an elongate rod having a length greater than spacing between the aligned hollow receptacles to be received therein; anda hanger assembly for removably attaching the rod to a ready mix chute, in use, to support the hopper below the chute.2. The concrete accessory of wherein the hopper is of one piece plastic construction.3. (canceled)4. The concrete accessory of wherein the hollow receptacles are cylindrical.5. The concrete accessory of wherein the funnel shaped hopper has an upper frustoconical portion continuing to a lower exhaust throat.6. The concrete accessory of wherein the lower exhaust throat has a diameter of about eight inches.7. The concrete accessory of wherein the lower exhaust throat has an outwardly extending peripheral ridge at its lower edge.8. The concrete accessory of further comprising an elongate sleeve received on the throat.9. The concrete accessory of further comprising a clamp for securing the elongate ...

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Номер записи: 11
17-01-2019 дата публикации

PROPPANT CONVEYOR SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF USE

Номер: US20190016536A1
Автор: ARCAND Brent, Campbell David, Campbell Shane
Принадлежит:

A proppant conveyor system has: a tower; a bucket elevator; a telescopic conveyor boom mounted to the tower above a ground surface; the telescopic conveyor boom being connected to convey proppant from an outlet of the bucket elevator to a discharge point defined by the telescopic conveyor boom; and the telescopic conveyor boom being mounted to swing in lateral directions relative to an axis of the tower to reposition the discharge point. A method includes: conveying proppant up a bucket elevator, along a telescopic conveyor boom mounted on a tower above a ground surface, and into an inlet of a first storage bin at a well site; repositioning the telescoping conveyor boom over an inlet of a second storage bin at the well site by swinging the telescopic conveyor boom in a lateral direction relative to an axis of the tower; and conveying proppant up the bucket elevator, along the telescopic conveyor boom, and into an inlet of the second storage bin. 1. A proppant conveyor system comprising:a tower;a bucket elevator;a telescopic conveyor boom mounted to the tower above a ground surface;the telescopic conveyor boom being connected to convey proppant from an outlet of the bucket elevator to a discharge point defined by the telescopic conveyor boom; andthe telescopic conveyor boom being mounted to swing in lateral directions relative to an axis of the tower to reposition the discharge point.2. The proppant conveyor system of further comprising a group of storage bins spaced a remote lateral distance from the tower within a maximum range of the telescopic conveyor boom.3. The proppant conveyor system of in which the group of storage bins are located on a well site as part of equipment for carrying out a fracturing operation.4. The proppant conveyor system of in which the tower is located closer to an entrance to the well site than is the group of storage bins.5. The proppant conveyor system of in which the tower is located outside of the well site.6. The proppant conveyor ...

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Номер записи: 12
17-01-2019 дата публикации

Low Profile Drive-Over Conveyor with Flexible Framework, Belt Cleanout Section and Liftless Swing Positioning

Номер: US20190016547A1
Автор: Elias Henry, Penner Tim
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A drive-over conveyor for receiving material from a bottom-discharge material transport vehicle features a belt conveyor spanning a loading section, a transition section feeding into a secondary conveyor, and a cleanout section for clearing debris that may collect the space between upper and lower runs of the belt. At the cleanout section, the belt is entrained about one or more augers that convey such debris laterally outward from between the belt runs. The loading section features a low-profile framework of resiliently flexible beams that is normally carried in slightly spaced relation above the ground by ground wheels of the section, and that temporarily flexes downward when the vehicle is driven over. Accordingly, the loading section can be wheeled between different positions without any lifting, enabling quick and convenient repositioning of the loading section between different outlets of a parked stationary vehicle, and the need for dedicated drive-over ramps is avoided. 1. A drive-over conveyor belt system comprising:a loading section for receiving material, said loading section having a proximal end and a distal end lying opposite thereto in a longitudinal direction;a belt conveyor spanning in the longitudinal direction of the loading section; anda set of ground wheels carrying said loading section in an elevated state residing at a spaced working distance above a ground surface over which said ground wheels are movable;wherein a frame of the loading section comprises resiliently flexible beams lying in the longitudinal direction on opposing sides of the belt conveyor, said resiliently flexible beams being deflectable downwardly through said working distance into temporary contact with said ground surface, from which said flexible beams are resiliently biased back upwardly into said elevated state.2. The conveyor belt system of wherein the set of ground wheels support said loading section only from the proximal and distal ends thereof.3. (canceled)4. The ...

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Номер записи: 13
16-01-2020 дата публикации

DEFLECTOR FOR HIGH ANGLE CONVEYOR PRESSING ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20200017304A1
Автор: Nix Stevie Kim, Wilson Gavin
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A high angle conveyor includes a frame, a first conveyor belt, a second conveyor belt, and a pressing assembly configured to press the first conveyor belt toward the second conveyor belt. The pressing assembly includes a bracket pivotally coupled to the frame, a roller support pivotally coupled to the bracket at a pivot joint, a plurality of rollers coupled to the roller support, the plurality of rollers configured to engage the first conveyor belt, and a deflector configured to inhibit contact between the first conveyor belt and the pivot joint. 1. A high angle conveyor comprising:a frame;a first conveyor belt;a second conveyor belt; and a bracket pivotally coupled to the frame,', 'a roller support pivotally coupled to the bracket at a pivot joint,', 'a plurality of rollers coupled to the roller support, the plurality of rollers configured to engage the first conveyor belt, and', 'a deflector configured to inhibit contact between the first conveyor belt and the pivot joint., 'a pressing assembly configured to press the first conveyor belt toward the second conveyor belt, the pressing assembly including'}2. The high angle conveyor of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of rollers includes a first roller and a second roller claim 1 , and wherein the pivot joint is positioned between the first roller and the second roller.3. The high angle conveyor of claim 1 , wherein the pressing assembly includes a plurality of linkages rotatably supporting the plurality of rollers claim 1 , and wherein the deflector is configured to inhibit contact between the first conveyor belt and each of the plurality of linkages.4. The high angle conveyor of claim 1 , further comprising a spring configured to bias the plurality of rollers into engagement with the first conveyor belt.5. The high angle conveyor of claim 1 , wherein the deflector includes a deflector roller support extending from the roller support toward the first conveyor belt and a deflector roller rotatably coupled to the ...

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Номер записи: 14
21-01-2021 дата публикации

MOVABLE MATERIAL PROCESSING APPARATUS COMPRISING A FOLDABLE CONVEYOR

Номер: US20210016975A1
Автор: Juutinen Tuomas
Принадлежит: METSO MINERALS, INC.

The disclosure relates to a movable material processing apparatus for handling material such as ore, gravel, rock or the like, comprising: a foldable conveyor for discharging material from the apparatus, wherein said foldable conveyor is movable between a transport position and an operating position, said foldable conveyor comprising a loading block arranged at the loading end, and a discharge block extending from said loading block towards a discharge end, wherein said discharge block is pivotally coupled to said loading block along a first axis being perpendicular to a transport path of the foldable conveyor and parallel with a carrying surface of the foldable conveyor, and wherein said loading block is pivotally coupled to a support structure of said movable material processing apparatus along a second axis being parallel to said transport path. 112.-. (canceled)13. A movable material processing apparatus for handling material such as ore , gravel , rock or the like , comprising:a foldable conveyor for discharging material from the apparatus, wherein said foldable conveyor is movable between a transport position and an operating position,wherein the foldable conveyor, when arranged in the operating position, defines a carrying surface for transporting material along a transport path from a loading end of the conveyor at which material is loaded onto said carrying surface, to a discharge end of the conveyor at which material is discharged from the conveyor,said foldable conveyor comprising a loading block arranged at the loading end, and a discharge block extending from said loading block towards the discharge end,wherein said discharge block is pivotally coupled to said loading block along a first axis being perpendicular to said transport path and parallel with the carrying surface of the foldable conveyor, andwherein said loading block is pivotally coupled to a support structure of said movable material processing apparatus at the loading end along a second ...

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Номер записи: 15
25-01-2018 дата публикации

Device and method for conveying bulk material into a pressure chamber

Номер: US20180022554A1
Автор: Harald Faber
Принадлежит: Schenck Process Europe GmbH

A device for continually conveying dust-like or granular bulk materials into a pressure Chamber, having an inlet opening through which the bulk material is supplied or discharged from a bulk material storage, a housing which is arranged along a rotational axis, a conveying region which adjoins the inlet opening, and a shaft which rotates in the housing and which has a conveyor arranged on the circumference. The rotational axis, the housing and the shaft are arranged vertically, and a seal in the form of a regeneratable material seal stopper. The seal sealing the pressure chamber, is arranged in the conveyor region between the pressure chamber and the inlet opening. The housing has a polygon, a cannelure, or at least one helically running groove on the housing inner wall, and the orientation of the polygon, the cannelure, or the groove runs substantially perpendicularly to the two-dimensional orientation of the conveyor.

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Номер записи: 16
10-02-2022 дата публикации

UNLOADING SYSTEM AND METHOD OF USING THE SAME

Номер: US20220041383A1
Автор: Ferner Thomas M., Krishnamoorthy Sai Prasanth, Pai Ramdas, SWAIN Dikshya
Принадлежит:

Various embodiments are directed to unloading system and methods of using the same. In various embodiments, an unloading system comprises a trailer bed configured to receive a container thereon, wherein the trailer bed comprises one or more joints configurable between a plurality of joint positions, wherein the trailer bed is configured to lift, tilt, and oscillate at least a portion of the container based on the joints; and an extendable conveyor configured to receive a box that has been released from the container and convey the box away from the trailer bed. Various embodiments are directed to a method comprising tilting the container such that an open end of the container is lower than a closed end of the container, wherein the open end of the container is proximate to an extendable conveyor; and oscillating the container to facilitate release of a box from the container onto the extendable conveyor. 1. An unloading system , comprising:a trailer bed configured to receive a container thereon, wherein the trailer bed comprises one or more joints configurable between a plurality of joint positions, wherein the trailer bed is configured to at least one of lift, tilt, or oscillate at least a portion of the container based at least in part on the joints; andan extendable conveyor configured to receive a box that has been released from the container and convey the box away from the trailer bed.2. The unloading system of claim 1 , wherein the extendable conveyor comprises a slide and a conveyor claim 1 , wherein the slide receives the box that has been released from the container claim 1 , and the conveyor receives the box from the slide and conveys the box away from the trailer bed.3. The unloading system of claim 1 , wherein the one or more joints comprise a telescoping joint.4. The unloading system of claim 1 , wherein the container is oscillated at least one of laterally claim 1 , vertically claim 1 , and rotationally.5. The unloading system of claim 1 , further ...

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Номер записи: 17
24-01-2019 дата публикации

DISPENSABLE UNIT RETRIEVAL MECHANISM

Номер: US20190023438A1
Автор: AKDOGAN Kutadgu, HAGOPIAN Greggory Paul, KELLEY Maya, VEPURI Kalyan C., VON HEIFNER Christian
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A system enables management of dispensable units by supporting functions such as retrieval, scheduled distribution, analysis, and notifications. To this end, a dispensable retrieval mechanism may be programmed to carry out blind retrievals of dispensable units using a retrieval strategy with a predetermined sequence of retrieval attempts (e.g., fixed or varying two-dimensional retrieval patterns), which may be open loop or closed loop. Techniques may also include the identification of dispensable units through optical sensors and weight measurement devices that can detect, e.g., a texture, a shape, and a size of dispensable units. Such identification can be used to program retrieval attempts by a retrieval robot and in the formulation of the retrieval pattern. Additionally, networked notification systems for dispensable units can be used for updating rules or schedules related to the dispensable units, or alerting users and remote resources of any potential misuse or hazards of the dispensable units. 1. A device comprising:a container;a tube having a first end portion and a second end portion coupled in fluid communication by a hollow core;a nib disposed on the first end portion of the tube, the nib defining an opening in fluid communication with the hollow core;a vacuum source in fluid communication with the tube, the vacuum source controllable to apply a vacuum force through the hollow core to the nib;a positioner coupled to the tube and movable within the container to move the nib; anda controller in communication with the positioner, the controller configured to move the positioner within the container according to a sequence of retrieval attempts, each retrieval attempt offsetting a position of the nib within a horizontal plane by a distance greater than half of a cross-sectional width of the nib.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the nib includes a perimeter formed of a pliable material.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the positioner is movable with at least ...

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Номер записи: 18
24-01-2019 дата публикации

SUPPLY DEVICE CONFIGURED TO SUPPLY WORKPIECE TO TAKE-OUT DEVICE AND TRANSPORT DEVICE EQUIPPED WITH SUPPLY DEVICE

Номер: US20190023501A1
Автор: Oowatari Hiroshi
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A supply device includes a replenishment device configured to replenish bolts to a surface of a table, and a supply control device configured to control the replenishment device. A determination region for determining the number of bolts is predetermined in a region where the table is disposed. When the number of bolts detected in the determination region is less than a determination value, the supply control device selects a divided region having the lowest bolt number density from among a plurality of divided regions. The supply control device controls the replenishing device so as to replenish bolts to a region of the table corresponding to the selected divided region. 1. A supply device for supplying a workpiece to a take-out device taking out the workpiece , the supply device comprising:a placement member on which the workpiece placed;a drive motor rotating the placement member;a detection device detecting the workpiece placed on the placement member;a replenishment device replenishing the workpiece to a surface of the placement member; anda supply control device controlling the replenishment device; whereinthe replenishment device is formed so as to be able to replenish the workpiece to a plurality of positions in a region where the placement member is disposed,a determination region for determining number of the workpieces is predetermined in the region where the placement member is disposed,a plurality of divided regions are predetermined in the determination region, andthe supply control device includes a workpiece detection unit detecting number of the workpieces in the entire determination region based on information on the workpiece detected by the detection device, and a region selection unit selecting, when the number of the workpieces detected by the workpiece detection unit is less than a predetermined determination value, a divided region having a lowest number density of workpieces from among the plurality of divided regions, and controls the ...

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Номер записи: 19
24-01-2019 дата публикации

ROAD FINISHING MACHINE OR CHARGER VEHICLE WITH PUSHING MEANS FOR A MATERIAL TRANSFER PROCESS

Номер: US20190024327A1
Автор: Buschmann Martin, KIRSCHBAUM Martin, Schmidt Thomas
Принадлежит: JOSEPH VOEGELE AG

A road-making machine is provided in the form of a road-finishing machine for producing a paving layer from a laying material or a charger vehicle for supplying the road-finishing machine with a laying material. The road-making machine comprises a material bunker, and a pushing means fixed forward of the material bunker at a chassis, such that pushing rollers of the pushing means may dock to rear tires of a truck. The pushing rollers comprise a pair of first pushing rollers mountable in a first position in a seat of a traverse of the pushing means. Either the pushing means is expandable by at least one changeable attachment to which the first pushing rollers may be mounted in a second position further forward with respect to the first position, or the pushing means comprises a pair of second pushing rollers which may be selectively positioned forward of the first pushing rollers. 1. A road making machine in the form of a road finishing machine for producing a paving layer from a laying material or a charger vehicle for supplying the road finishing machine with a laying material to be laid , the road making machine comprising:a chassis;a material bunker for receiving the laying material arranged, as viewed in a direction of travel, at a front of the chassis; anda pushing means which is fixed, as viewed in the direction of travel, forward of the material bunker at the chassis such that pushing rollers of the pushing means may dock to rear tires of a truck when the truck is pouring the laying material into the material bunker, wherein the pushing rollers comprise a pair of first pushing rollers which may be mounted in at least one first position, with respect to a traverse of the pushing means, in which the first pushing rollers are mounted in a seat of the traverse, wherein either the pushing means is expandable by means of at least one changeable attachment to which the first pushing rollers may be mounted in a second position further moved forward with respect to ...

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Номер записи: 20
23-01-2020 дата публикации

CONVEYER POSITIONING SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20200024086A1
Автор: BLOMERT Erin, CAMM Tyler, FEHR Joel, JOHNSON Zachary, NIMEGEERS Craig
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A material-conveying system comprising a conveyor for conveying material to a bin and a conveyor positioning system associated with the conveyor. The conveyor positioning system comprises a processor for positioning the conveyor relative to the bin. The conveyor comprises a spout and the bin comprises an opening. The conveyor positioning system positions the spout of the conveyor over the opening of the bin. The conveyor positioning system in one implementation comprises a Global Navigation Satellite System-Real Time Kinematic (GNSS-RTK) positioning system that includes a fixed base station and a GNSS receiver on the conveyor. 1. A material-conveying system comprising:a conveyor for conveying material to a bin; anda conveyor positioning system associated with the conveyor, wherein the conveyor positioning system comprises a processor for positioning the conveyor relative to the bin.2. The system of wherein the conveyor comprises a spout and wherein the bin comprises an opening claim 1 , and wherein the conveyor positioning system positions the spout of the conveyor over the opening of the bin.3. The system of wherein the conveyor positioning system comprises a Global Navigation Satellite System-Real Time Kinematic (GNSS-RTK) positioning system that includes a fixed base station and a GNSS receiver on the conveyor.4. The system of comprising a mobile device wirelessly connected to the GNSS-RTK positioning system claim 3 , wherein the mobile device has a display screen to display a user interface enabling a user to cause the conveyor positioning system to position the spout of the conveyor over the opening of the bin.5. The system of wherein the user interface of the mobile device enables a user to select one of a plurality of bins to approach.6. The system of wherein the processor is configured to generate a conveyor fold signal to fold the conveyor into a transport position or unfold into an operating position.7. The system of wherein the conveyor positioning system ...

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Номер записи: 21
23-01-2020 дата публикации

AUTOMATED AND REMOTELY CONTROLLED MATERIAL-CONVEYING SYSTEM AND METHODS

Номер: US20200024087A1
Автор: BLOMERT Erin, CAMM Tyler, FEHR Joel, JOHNSON Zachary
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A material-conveying system comprises a main conveyor for conveying material, a swing conveyor for conveying the material to the main conveyor and a processor for controlling a speed of the swing conveyor based on a feedback signal. The feedback signal may be indicative of a speed of the swing conveyor and/or a speed of a main conveyor. The feedback signal may be indicative of material level, belt slippage, flow rate, belt angle and/or material rollback. 1. A material-conveying system comprising:a main conveyor for conveying material;a swing conveyor for conveying the material to the main conveyor; anda processor for controlling a speed of the swing conveyor based on a feedback signal.2. The system of wherein the feedback signal is indicative of a speed of the main conveyor.3. The system of wherein the feedback signal is indicative of material level.4. The system of wherein the feedback signal is indicative of belt slippage.5. The system of wherein the feedback signal is indicative of flow rate.6. The system of wherein the feedback signal is indicative of conveyor angle.7. The system of wherein the feedback signal is indicative of material rollback.8. The system of further comprising a mobile device having a memory for storing instructions in computer-readable code and a processor coupled to the memory for executing the code to cause the mobile device to display a graphical user interface to receive user input specifying a target speed of the main conveyor and a target speed of the swing conveyor or specifying a ratio of the speed of the main conveyor to the speed of the swing conveyor claim 1 , or specifying an automatic mode to automatically control the conveyor speeds based on feedback signals.9. The system of wherein the swing conveyor comprises a hydraulic motor and a solenoid valve connected to the motor claim 1 , wherein the solenoid valve is driven by a drive signal from the processor.10. A material-conveying system comprising:a main conveyor for conveying ...

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Номер записи: 22
28-01-2021 дата публикации

Grain Bin Unloading Conveyor System

Номер: US20210024304A1
Автор: Enz James K., Kaeb Todd W., Stock Andrew L.
Принадлежит: Illinois Grain and Seed, Inc.

An unloading conveyor system for unloading grain through the floor of a grain bin. A removeable cover is vertically supported by the plurality of ribs to cover the span of the midpan to allow maintenance. The midpan comprises a plurality of slots and ledges to receive and support the ribs to allow easy installation and maintenance. A central pit having an internal portion and an access support wall also provides easy installation and maintenance. The first bearing mount, second bearing mount, and roller are all accessible for service through the internal portion of the central pit. 115.-. (canceled)16. An unloading conveyor system for a grain bin comprising:a. a central pit; i. a belt return portion;', 'ii. a service access portion; and, 'b. an access support wall dividing the central pit intoc. a roller slot disposed within the access support wall.1718.-. (canceled)19. The unloading conveyor system of further comprising:a. a roller slot cover mounted to the access support wall to cover the roller slot.20. The unloading conveyor system of further comprising:a. a roller mounted within the belt return portion wherein the roller may be pivotally removed through the roller slot.21. The unloading conveyor system of further comprising:a. a belt disposed about the roller;b. a central gate having a closed position to cover a portion of the central pit and an open position to allow grain to enter the portion of the central pit; andc. a sliding gate guide to prevent the central gate from interfering with the belt when the central gate is in the open position.22. An unloading conveyor system for a grain bin comprising:a. a central pit; i. a belt return portion; and', 'ii. a service access portion;, 'b. an access support wall dividing the central pit intoc. a first bearing mount mounted to the access support wall;d. a second bearing mount mounted to an interior surface of the belt return portion;e. a roller mounted to the first bearing mount and the second bearing mount; andf. ...

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Номер записи: 23
24-04-2014 дата публикации

Conveyor system and measuring device for determining water content of a construction material

Номер: US20140110590A1
Автор: Robert Ernest Troxler, Wewage Hiran Linus Dep
Принадлежит: Troxler Electronic Laboratories Inc

A system is provided. The system includes a conveyor apparatus configured for conveying a material and a water content measurement system positioned about the conveyor apparatus for determining water content in the material. A dimension characteristic measurement system for detecting one or more dimension characteristics of the material is provided and a computer device is configured to manipulate data received from the water content measurement system and the dimension characteristic measurement system to determine a water content of the material.

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Номер записи: 24
02-02-2017 дата публикации

System and method for transporting sand

Номер: US20170029220A1
Автор: James Beaumont, John M. Moses
Принадлежит: SANDMISER Inc

A conveyor system for transporting sand including a transportation element for moving the sand, and a drive subassembly for moving the transportation element on a predetermined path. The drive subassembly includes a sprocket driven by a motor for moving the transportation element along the predetermined path, and a floating idler wheel supportable by the transportation element and positioned on the predetermined path downstream from the sprocket. The floating idler wheel is movable between an upper location and a lower location, depending on the tension to which the transportation element is subjected. The drive subassembly also includes a limit switch activatable upon the floating idler wheel moving to the lower location. Upon activation, the limit switch transmits a signal to a motor switch to de-energize the motor.

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Номер записи: 25
01-02-2018 дата публикации

TRANSPORT UNIT, MATERIAL TRANSFER STRUCTURE, MATERIAL TRANSFER UNIT, AND MOBILE HAULAGE ARRANGEMENT METHOD

Номер: US20180029801A1
Автор: DAMPFHOFER Stefan, RIEGER Hubert
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A transport unit, a material transfer structure and a material transfer unit for a mobile haulage arrangement are arranged for continuously conveying fragmented material in a conveying direction. A mobile haulage arrangement and a method for continuously conveying fragmented material in a conveying direction is also disclosed. The transport unit includes two ground transportation structures and a support frame suitable for fitting a belt of an enclosed belt conveyor thereunder. The ground transportation structures has at least one height adjustment device, wherein the support frame comprises at least one connector, which is arranged for connecting a support structure thereto. The height adjustment devices are arranged to vary the position of at least a portion of the support frame in relation to the ground transportation structures. 1. A transport unit for a mobile haulage arrangement arranged to continuously convey fragmented material in a conveying direction , the transport unit comprising:two ground transportation structures arranged for movement along the conveying direction;a support frame connecting the two ground transportation structures and suitable for fitting a belt of an enclosed belt conveyor thereunder; andeach of the two ground transportation structures including at least one height adjustment device, wherein the support frame includes at least one connector connecting a support structure thereto, and wherein each of the height adjustment devices is arranged to vary a position of at least a portion of the support frame in relation to one or both of the ground transportation structures.2. The transport unit according to claim 1 , wherein the transport unit is arranged such that a longitudinal extension of the support frame is parallel to a longitudinal extension of each of the two ground transportation structures claim 1 , independent from a position of the height adjustment devices claim 1 , the transport unit being arranged such that the support ...

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Номер записи: 26
01-02-2018 дата публикации

SUPPORT STRUCTURE AND METHOD FOR SUPPORTING AN ENCLOSED BELT CONVEYOR

Номер: US20180029802A1
Автор: DAMPFHOFER Stefan, RIEGER Hubert
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The disclosure relates to a support structure for supporting a belt of an enclosed belt conveyor between two transport units and a corresponding method. The support structure between two transport units includes a first end element having a main extension in a longitudinal direction, a width extension in a width direction orthogonal to the longitudinal direction, and a height extension in a height direction orthogonal to the longitudinal and the width direction. At least one guide assembly is arranged to engage opposite longitudinal edges of the belt. A first telescopic element is connected to the first end element, wherein an outer end of the first end element has a first end connector arranged to form a connection with a first transport unit. 1. A support structure for supporting an enclosed belt conveyor between two transport units , the support structure comprisinga first end element having a main extension in a longitudinal direction, a width extension in a width direction orthogonal to the longitudinal direction, and a height extension in a height direction orthogonal to the longitudinal and the width direction;at least one guide assembly for engaging arranged to engage opposite longitudinal edges of a belt of an enclosed belt conveyor; anda first telescopic element connected to the first end element, wherein an outer end of the first end element has a first end connector arranged to form a connection with a first transport unit, the connection allowing for rotation about an axis parallel to the width direction and about an axis parallel to the longitudinal direction, the first end element having an inner connector arranged to form a connection allowing for rotation about an axis parallel to the height direction, and the first telescopic element being arranged to form a connection with a second end element, a link element, or a transport unit connected to the inner connector of the first end element.2. The support structure according to claim 1 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 27
31-01-2019 дата публикации

U reclaimer utility device apparatus

Номер: US20190031454A1
Автор: Sucre Luis
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The present invention is a new apparatus to efficiently reclaim cement from a horizontal warehouse. This new reclaiming apparatus combines a mechanical cement reclaiming machine, a U Reclaimer Utility Device Apparatus, together with a reduced amount of open air slides, cement is pushed by a rotating chain with rakes on said reclaiming machine, cement is further fluidized through a porous media with low pressure air, cement flow is achieved by sloping said air slides to match the fluidized angle of repose of the powdered material. Further, the present invention introduces a conveying system, composed by a cascade of enclosed air slides and elevator machines, to convey the cement from the reclaiming area to the dispatch hopper. The introduction of these components, together with traditional cement stacking methods and dispatch systems, provides for a highly efficient manner of storing and reclaiming material from a horizontal storage facility. 1. A U Reclaimer apparatus to rake bulk material stored in a horizontal storage by means of circulating rakes , said U Reclaimer apparatus to move longitudely on a horizontal axis with vertical movement to displace bulk material from top of a stack of bulk material to bottom of said stack of bulk material , Said U Reclaimer apparatus comprises the following components:i. a gantry structure;ii. a mechanical reclaiming arm supported by said gantry structure;iii. electrical motors, one on each side of said gantry structure;iv. an electrical driven cable reel placed on one of the sides of said gantry structure;v. a main power supply cable to power said electrical driven cable reel;vi. a hydraulic pump placed in one of the sides of said gantry structure;vii. hydraulic cylinders mechanically connected to said gantry structure and said mechanical reclaiming arm;viii. a reclaiming chain rotatively connected to spokes on said mechanical reclaiming arm;ix. rakes attached to said reclaiming chain;x. an electronic controller mounted on said ...

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Номер записи: 28
17-02-2022 дата публикации

CONVEYOR MOLD SYSTEM FOR SLIP FORMING A CONCRETE BARRIER

Номер: US20220049437A1
Автор: Driskell Blake
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A conveyor mold system for slip forming a concrete barrier has a concrete paving machine having a main frame having machine legs and machine tracks, an auger system for receiving concrete, a barrier paving mold having a hopper for receiving concrete from the auger system, a conveyor assembly main frame having a front roller and a rear roller, and a belt having a pattern with the belt positioned on the front roller and the rear roller. 1. A conveyor mold system for slip forming a concrete barrier comprising:a concrete paving machine having a main frame having machine legs and machine tracks;an auger system for receiving concrete;a barrier paving mold having a hopper for receiving concrete from the auger system;a conveyor assembly main frame having a front roller and a rear roller; anda belt having a pattern with the belt positioned on the front roller and the rear roller.2. The conveyor mold system for slip forming a concrete barrier of further comprising a second belt having a pattern different than the pattern of the belt with the second belt being positioned on the front roller and the rear roller when the belt is removed from the front roller and the second roller.3. The conveyor mold system for slip forming a concrete barrier of wherein the belt is a continuous belt that is capable of rotating on the front roller and the rear roller.4. The conveyor mold system for slip forming a concrete barrier of wherein the belt has a height and the formed concrete barrier has a height with the height of the belt being greater than the height of the formed concrete barrier.5. The conveyor mold system for slip forming a concrete barrier of wherein the belt has an interior surface and a groove formed in the interior surface of the belt.6. The conveyor mold system for slip forming a concrete barrier of wherein the belt comprises an exterior surface having the pattern and a section that is void of any of the pattern.7. The conveyor mold system for slip forming a concrete barrier ...

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Номер записи: 29
30-01-2020 дата публикации

Pocket-Type Conveyor Belt Installation

Номер: US20200031580A1
Автор: Behrens Carsten, Kluth Olaf, Schlomski Jens
Принадлежит: ContiTech Transportbandsysteme GmbH

The present invention relates to a pocket-type conveyor belt installation () having a plurality of carrying rollers () which are designed to support a pocket-type conveyor belt (), preferably a lower conveyor belt edge () of a pocket-type conveyor belt (), wherein the carrying rollers () are each connected in load-bearing fashion by means of at least one carrying roller holder () to a carrying frame () of the pocket-type conveyor belt installation (). The pocket-type conveyor belt installation () is characterized in that at least one carrying roller holder (), preferably a plurality of carrying roller holders (), has at least one sensor element (), which is arranged and designed to record at least a force and/or a change in force between the carrying roller () and the carrying frame (). 19-. (canceled)10. A pocket-type conveyor belt installation comprising:a plurality of carrying rollers designed to support a pocket-type conveyor belt, wherein the pocket-type conveyer belt includes a lower conveyor belt edge;a plurality of carrying roller holders designed to connect the plurality of carrying rollers to a carrying frame;wherein a carrying roller holder of the plurality of carrying roller holders includes a sensor element designed to record at least a force and/or a change in force.11. The pocket-type conveyor belt installation as claimed in claim 10 , wherein the sensor element comprises at least one strain gauge.12. The pocket-type conveyor belt installation as claimed in claim 10 , wherein the sensor element comprises at least one load cell.13. The pocket-type conveyor belt installation as claimed in claim 10 , wherein the carrying roller holder has a neck in the longitudinal direction (X) and the sensor element is arranged in the region of the neck.14. The pocket-type conveyor belt installation as claimed in claim 10 , wherein the sensor element is connected in one of a wired or wireless manner to a control unit in order to transmit signals.15. The pocket-type ...

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Номер записи: 30
04-02-2021 дата публикации

ROCK PROCESSING MACHINE

Номер: US20210032041A1
Автор: Geywitz Tobias, Rudolph Lars, Scheurer Emil
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The invention relates to a rock processing machine () having a feed hopper () and a process unit () downstream thereof, wherein a conveying device, in particular a hopper discharge belt (), is assigned to the feed hopper (), wherein the feed hopper () has a hopper side wall (), and wherein a side-wall heightening () is assigned to the hopper side wall (), which side wall heightening can be swiveled between a folded-down working position and a folded transport position. In such a rock processing machine, the requirements of occupational safety are effectively taken into account in a simple manner if provision is made that an operating unit () having a lever () for swiveling the side-wall heightening () is assigned to the side-wall heightening (), wherein a transmission element () is used to couple the lever () to the side-wall heightening (), and that the side-wall heightening () is secured in the folded-down working position using a movable locking element (). 115-. (canceled)16. A rock processing machine , comprising:a feed hopper including a hopper discharge conveyor and a hopper side wall;a process unit downstream of the feed hopper;a side-wall height extension connected to the side wall and configured to be swiveled between a working position and a transport position;an operating unit configured to swivel the side-wall height extension between the working position and the transport position, the operating unit including a lever coupled to the side-wall height extension by a transmission element; anda movable locking element configured to secure the side-wall height extension in the working position.17. The rock processing machine of claim 16 , wherein:the lever is coupled to the transmission element by a detachable form-fit connection providing a form-fit in a swiveling direction of the lever.18. The rock processing machine of claim 16 , further comprising:at least one swivel bearing connecting the side-wall height extension to the hopper side wall, each swivel ...

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Номер записи: 31
04-02-2021 дата публикации

BUCKET WHEEL EXCAVATOR AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING A BUCKET WHEEL EXCAVATOR

Номер: US20210032834A1
Автор: GRANER Klaus, Hess Georg, SCHULZE Thomas, SUHM Phillipp
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The present invention relates to a bucket wheel excavator whose bucket wheel is rotationally drivable and is supported at a pivotable bucket wheel boom and to a method of controlling such a bucket wheel excavator. In accordance with the invention, a mass flow and/or material flow adopted on the removal conveyor after a specific advance on the pivoting of the bucket wheel at the predetermined pivot angle speed is/are determined over the pivot angle, a desired mass flow and/or volume flow is/are specified on the removal conveyor, and then the previously specified pivot angle speed is automatically corrected using the determined mass flow and/or volume flow and the specified desired mass flow and/or volume flow to then perform the pivot cycle at the corrected pivot angle speed of the bucket wheel. 1. A method of controlling a bucket wheel excavator whose bucket wheel rotating at a constant speed is pivoted at an angle speed over a pivot angle by a bucket wheel boom pivot drive and in so doing places removed material on a removal conveyor , the method comprising:a first advance moving of the bucket wheel excavator by its undercarriage toward the rock mass to be removed with a detection of the implemented advance distance, wherein the first moving occurs after completion of a pivot by the bucket wheel over the pivot angle during a removal of material;pivoting the bucket wheel boom in a pivot cycle with a determination of the pivot angle speed over the pivot angle and of the mass flow and/or volume flow on the removal conveyor over the pivot angle;a second advance moving of the bucket wheel excavator by its undercarriage toward the rock mass to be removed with a detection of the implemented advance distance, wherein the second moving occurs after completion of the pivot cycle;specifying a constant wanted desire mass flow and/or volume flow on the removal conveyor;automatically correcting the pivot angle speed determined in a last pivot cycle in dependence on the pivot ...

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Номер записи: 32
24-02-2022 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR FACILITATING REFILLING OF MEDICATION INTO A PROGRAMMABLE MEDICATION DISPENSER

Номер: US20220055833A1
Автор: Lewis Victor
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Disclosed herein is an apparatus for facilitating refilling of medication into a programmable medication dispenser, in accordance with some embodiments. Further, the apparatus may include an apparatus body, a bottomless tray, a cover, a refilling actuator, and a power source. Further, the bottomless tray is configured to be movably disposed within a body interior space of the apparatus body. Further, compartments of the bottomless tray comprise a medication. Further, the cover is removably attached to a side of the bottomless tray for securing the medication in the compartments. Further, the refilling actuator is configured for displacing the bottomless tray from a storage position to a dispensing position within the body interior space. Further, the bottomless tray is dispensable through a body opening of the apparatus body in the dispensing position. Further, the power source is configured for powering the refilling actuator. 1. An apparatus for facilitating refilling of medication into a programmable medication dispenser , the apparatus comprising:an apparatus body comprising at least one body wall and at least one body interior space formed by the at least one body wall, wherein the at least one body wall comprises at least one body opening leading into the at least one body interior space;at least one bottomless tray configured to be movably disposed within the at least one body interior space, wherein the at least one bottomless tray comprises a plurality of compartments, wherein each compartment of the plurality of compartments comprises at least one compartment opening and at least one compartment wall forming a corresponding compartment, wherein the plurality of compartments comprises at least one medication;at least one cover removably attached to at least one side of the at least one bottomless tray for securing the at least one medication in the plurality of compartments;at least one refilling actuator coupled with the at least one bottomless tray, ...

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Номер записи: 33
24-02-2022 дата публикации

Bulk material shipping container unloader

Номер: US20220055846A1
Автор: C. John Allegretti, Felix Guerrero, Kevin Sylvester Corrigan, Margarito Guerrero
Принадлежит: Sandbox Enterprises LLC

An unloader for a shipping container includes a supporter having a frame structure and a pallet base supported by the frame structure and configured to receive the pallet and support the shipping container in an elevated position. A gate moving mechanism is supported by the pallet base and configured to engage the moveable gate assembly when the full shipping container is positioned onto the pallet base. A material director has a first end located beneath the pallet base subjacent of the gate moving mechanism. The material director extends downwardly from the pallet base and terminates at a second end opposite the first end. Bulk material is dispensed from the shipping container into the first end and is discharged from the second end of the material director. Shipping containers may be positioned onto and removed from the pallet base without disassembly of the unloader.

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Номер записи: 34
07-02-2019 дата публикации

Solids Conveyance across Pressure and other Gradients using a Piston with a Hollow

Номер: US20190039081A1
Автор: Baxter Larry, Chamberlain Jacom, Davis Nathan, Frankman David
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A device and method for transferring solid particles between zones of different ambient conditions is disclosed. A piston chamber comprising a solids inlet, a solids outlet, and a piston is provided. The solids inlet is adjacent to a source of solid particles, the source being at a first ambient condition. The solids outlet is adjacent to a solids receptacle, the solids receptacle being at a second ambient condition. The piston comprises a hollow. The piston traverses back and forth across the piston chamber such that the hollow is moved alternately adjacent to the solids inlet and the solids outlet. The solid particles pass into the hollow as the hollow is adjacent to the solids inlet, and pass out of the hollow as the hollow is adjacent to the solids outlet. 1. A device for transferring solid particles between zones comprising the same or varying ambient conditions comprising:a piston chamber comprising a solids inlet, a solids outlet, and a piston;the solids inlet being adjacent to a source of solid particles, the source being at a first ambient condition, and the solids outlet being adjacent to a solids receptacle, the solids receptacle being at a second ambient condition: the piston traverses back and forth across the piston chamber such that the hollow is moved alternately adjacent to the solids inlet and the solids outlet;', 'the solid particles pass into the hollow as the hollow is adjacent to the solids inlet, and pass out of the hollow as the hollow is adjacent to the solids outlet., 'the piston comprising a hollow, wherein2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the solid particles comprise comminuted ores claim 1 , powders claim 1 , grains claim 1 , granulated sugars claim 1 , powdered grains claim 1 , salts claim 1 , sand claim 1 , cryogenic solids claim 1 , metal particles claim 1 , plastics claim 1 , or combinations thereof.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the piston rotates as the piston traverses the piston chamber claim 1 , such that the hollow is ...

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Номер записи: 35
07-02-2019 дата публикации

CHAIN CONVEYOR AND DRIVE SPROCKET FOR SAME

Номер: US20190039832A1
Автор: Rimmington Gareth
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A conveyor assembly for moving material includes a plurality of chains each defining a longitudinal axis, and a plurality of flights coupled to the at least two chains and configured to contact and move the material in a direction parallel to the longitudinal axes. Each of the plurality of flights extends along a central axis oriented oblique with respect to the longitudinal axes. Each flight includes a first portion offset from a second portion in a direction parallel to the longitudinal axes. 1. A conveyor system configured to move material relative to a mine face , the conveyor system comprising:a conveyor pan configured to support the material;a drive unit including a drive shaft and a plurality of sprockets secured to the drive shaft, the drive shaft driven about a rotational axis; anda conveying element including a plurality of chains and a plurality of flights, each of the chains driven by one of the sprockets to move the chain and the flights over the conveyor pan, each of the flights coupled between the plurality of chains, each of the plurality of flights including a first portion and a second portion, the first portion coupled to the second portion by a movable joint, the flights configured to move the material over the conveyor pan;wherein the plurality of sprockets are angularly offset about the rotational axis relative to each other, and wherein the first portion moves relative to the second portion at the movable joint in response to the plurality of chains engaging the plurality of sprockets and moving about the rotational axis.2. The conveyor assembly of claim 1 , wherein each flight includes a central axis extending between a first end and a second end of each flight claim 1 , and wherein the central axis includes at least one curved portion.3. The conveyor assembly of claim 2 , wherein each chain defines a longitudinal axis claim 2 , and wherein at least one portion of the central axis is substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of ...

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Номер записи: 36
18-02-2021 дата публикации

Base Station for Stationary Emptying of a Dirt Space of a Mobile Cleaning Apparatus, Cleaning System and Method

Номер: US20210045600A1
Автор: ARNOLD Hans-Peter, Körber Michael, SCHMITZ Kevin
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The invention relates to a base station () for stationary emptying of a dirt space () of a mobile cleaning apparatus (), comprising a dirt path () through which dirt can be transported out of the dirt space () of the cleaning apparatus (), wherein a path input of the dirt path () is formed by a coupling element () which can be coupled to the cleaning apparatus () for emptying of the dirt space (). Furthermore, the invention relates to a cleaning system () and a method () for stationary emptying of a dirt space () of a mobile cleaning apparatus (). 1. A base station for stationary emptying of a dirt space of a mobile cleaning apparatus , comprisinga dirt path through which dirt can be transported out of the dirt space of the cleaning apparatus,wherein a path input of the dirt path is formed by a coupling element which can be coupled to the cleaning apparatus for emptying the dirt space,whereina drive unit is provided, by means of which the coupling element can be moved from a rest position, in which emptying of the dirt space via the coupling element is prevented, into a coupling position, in which the coupling element is arranged on the cleaning apparatus, so that emptying of the dirt space via the coupling element is enabled.2. The base station according to claim 1 ,whereinthe drive unit is designed to move the coupling element from the rest position until the coupling element is placed on the cleaning apparatus in the coupling position when the cleaning apparatus is positioned in a docking area.3. The base station according to claim 1 ,whereinthe drive unit comprises a detection device for recognizing the coupling position.4. The base station according to claim 1 ,whereina coupling lock is provided, by means of which the coupling element can be at least partially closed in the rest position.5. The base station according to claim 1 ,whereinat least the drive unit comprises a holding element by means of which the movement of the coupling element can be limited if ...

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Номер записи: 37
15-02-2018 дата публикации

HOPPER APPARATUSES FOR PROCESSING A BULK SOLID, AND RELATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Номер: US20180044113A1
Автор: Hernandez Sergio, Matthews Austin Colter, Ryan John Chadron Benjamin, Westover Tyler Lott
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A hopper apparatus comprises a movable wall comprising opposing walls movably connected to a support assembly and oriented at acute angles relative to a central vertical axis of the support assembly, and movement control devices configured and positioned to move the opposing walls along the support assembly to control dimensions of a discharge outlet at least partially defined by converging ends of the opposing walls; a liner assembly comprising liner structures at least partially overlying inner surfaces of the opposing walls and configured to remain at least partially stationary relative to the opposing walls during movement of the opposing walls; and pressure sensors between the inner surfaces of opposing walls and portions of the liner structures thereover. A bulk solids processing system and a method of processing a bulk solid are also described. 1. A hopper apparatus , comprising: opposing walls movably connected to a support assembly and oriented at acute angles relative to a central vertical axis of the support assembly; and', 'movement control devices configured and positioned to move the opposing walls along the support assembly to control dimensions of a discharge outlet at least partially defined by converging ends of the opposing walls;, 'a movable wall assembly comprisinga liner assembly comprising liner structures at least partially overlying inner surfaces of the opposing walls and configured to remain at least partially stationary relative to the opposing walls during movement of the opposing walls; andpressure sensors between the inner surfaces of the opposing walls and portions of the liner structures thereover.2. The hopper apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the opposing walls of the movable wall assembly are slidably mounted to opposing structures of the support assembly oriented at the acute angles.3. The hopper apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the movement control devices of the movable wall assembly are configured and positioned to reversibly move ...

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Номер записи: 38
03-03-2022 дата публикации

BUCKET FOR A BUCKET ELEVATOR

Номер: US20220063921A1
Автор: CORNELIUS Peter, SCHWARTZ Adam Von
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A bucket and a corresponding bucket elevator, the bucket has a bucket wall surrounding a filling and discharge opening and having a rear wall and a front bucket wall, the front bucket wall having a front edge delimiting the filling and discharge opening, and the bucket being connectable to a conveyor device via the rear wall, wherein the ratio between the bucket depth, which corresponds to the horizontal distance between the rear wall and the front edge, and the bucket height, which corresponds to the vertical distance between a bucket low point and the front edge, is greater than 1, preferably greater than 1.3, more preferably greater than 1.5. 1132455621744686. A bucket () for a bucket elevator , comprising a bucket wall () surrounding a filling and discharge opening () , a rear wall () and a front bucket wall () , the front bucket wall () having a front edge () delimiting the filling and discharge opening () , and the bucket () being connectable to a conveyor device () via the rear wall () , wherein the ratio between the bucket depth (T) , which corresponds to the horizontal distance between the rear wall () and the front edge () , and the bucket height (H) , which corresponds to the vertical distance between a bucket low point () and the front edge () , is greater than 1 , preferably greater than 1.3 , particularly preferably greater than 1.5.2194789. The bucket () according to claim 1 , wherein a tethering device () is provided in the rear wall () for tethering to a conveyor device () claim 1 , wherein the ratio of the tethering height (A) claim 1 , which corresponds to the vertical distance between the bucket low point () and the vertical center of the tethering device () claim 1 , and the bucket height (H) is less than 0.6 claim 1 , preferably less than 0.5 claim 1 , particularly preferably less than 0.4.315. The bucket () according to claim 1 , wherein the average angle of inclination (a) of the front bucket wall () is smaller than 50° claim 1 , preferably ...

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Номер записи: 39
22-02-2018 дата публикации

VEHICLE-BASED FEED DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM

Номер: US20180049402A1
Автор: Breeden Richard E.
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The invention described herein is a vehicle-based feed distribution system comprising: a hopper assembly where a metal ball is located in a hopper outlet located at a bottom portion of a hopper, where an auger inside a horizontal dispensing tube is driven by an auger drive means that directs a feed mix from a hopper longitudinally down the horizontal dispensing tube extending out from the hopper outlet, and where a feed outlet at a distal end of the horizontal dispensing tube distributes the feed mix; where the hopper assembly is coupled to a tow vehicle, and where the tow vehicle controls the auger drive means to meter distribution of the feed mix. 1. A vehicle-based feed distribution system comprising: a hopper assembly wherein a metal ball is located on top of an auger between at least two angled guide panels in a hopper outlet located at a bottom portion of a hopper , wherein said auger inside said hopper outlet is driven by an auger drive means to direct a feed mix from said hopper longitudinally down a horizontal dispensing tube extending outwardly from said hopper outlet , wherein a feed outlet is removably attached to a distal end of said horizontal dispensing tube distributes said feed mix downward; wherein a tow vehicle is configured to pull said hopper assembly , wherein an engine of said tow vehicle directly controls said auger drive means to meter distribution of said feed mix and wherein said parallel angled guide panels are configured to be parallel to each other and parallel to said auger.2. The vehicle-based feed distribution system of wherein said auger drive means can be any of A) a hydraulic means claim 1 , B) a power take-off means claim 1 , C) a combustion engine means claim 1 , or D) an electric motor means.3. (canceled)4. The vehicle-based feed distribution system of further comprising a flexible hose coupling wherein said flexible hose coupling connects said bottom portion of said hopper to a proximal end of said horizontal dispensing tube.5 ...

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Номер записи: 40
25-02-2021 дата публикации

Grain Bin Unloading Conveyor System

Номер: US20210053779A1
Автор: Enz James K., Kaeb Todd W., Stock Andrew L.
Принадлежит: Illinois Grain & Seed, Inc.

An unloading conveyor system for unloading grain through the floor of a grain bin. A removeable cover is vertically supported by the plurality of ribs to cover the span of the midpan to allow maintenance. The midpan comprises a plurality of slots and ledges to receive and support the ribs to allow easy installation and maintenance. A central pit having an internal portion and an access support wall also provides easy installation and maintenance. The first bearing mount, second bearing mount, and roller are all accessible for service through the internal portion of the central pit. 118.-. (canceled)19. An unloading conveyor system for a grain bin comprising:a. a plurality of ribs;b. a first side wall not supported by the plurality of ribs;c. a second side wall not supported by the plurality of ribs; andd. a cover supported between the first side wall and the second side wall by the plurality of ribs.20. The unloading conveyor system of claim 19 , wherein the first side wall and the second side wall are parts of a midpan removably mounted within the unloading conveyor system.21. The unloading conveyor system of claim 19 , further comprising:a. a first ledge extending inwardly from the first side wall;b. a second ledge extending inwardly from the second side wall; andc. where the plurality of ribs receive vertical support from the first ledge and the second ledge.22. The unloading conveyor system of claim 19 , where the cover is removably mounted to the plurality of ribs.23. The unloading conveyor system of claim 19 , where the cover is reinforced by the plurality of ribs to support a weight of a quantity of grain within the grain bin.24. The unloading conveyor system of claim 19 , further comprising:a. a plurality of rib slots longitudinally spaced apart along and disposed through the first side wall.25. The unloading conveyor system of claim 24 , wherein one of the plurality of ribs comprise:a. a first rib tab extending downwardly from a first rib end and is ...

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Номер записи: 41
25-02-2021 дата публикации

ENCLOSURE AND DUST CAPTURE AND RECLAMATION SYSTEM AND ASSEMBLY FOR A TRADITIONAL ROLLER CONVEYOR

Номер: US20210053781A1
Автор: Huskisson Robert, Pircon John S.
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A dust capture and reclamation system for a rubber conveyor belt having a housing for mounting over a portion of the rubber conveyor belt, a plurality of idler roller assemblies, a plurality of return roller assemblies, a trough for mounting under the rubber conveyor belt to catch granular material falling from the rubber conveyor belt, the trough having an inside surface, a mechanism for moving granular material along the inside surface to a collection point, a first access panel through one side for accessing an idler roller, and a second access panel through one of the pair of opposed side walls for accessing a return roller assembly. 1. A dust capture and reclamation system for a rubber conveyor belt having a loading side for moving granular material in a first direction , and a return side moving in a second direction opposed to the first direction , the system comprising:a housing for mounting over a portion of the rubber conveyor belt having a top wall, a pair of opposed side walls connecting an entrance to an exit and defining a passage therebetween dimensioned to accommodate the rubber conveyor belt;a plurality of idler roller assemblies to be positioned inside the housing for supporting a portion of the loading side of the rubber conveyor belt;a plurality of return roller assemblies for supporting a portion of the return side of the belt;a trough for mounting under the rubber conveyor belt to catch granular material falling from the rubber conveyor belt, the trough having an inside surface;a mechanism for moving granular material along the inside surface to a collection point;a first access panel through one side wall of the pair of opposed side walls for accessing an idler roller assembly of the plurality of idler roller assemblies; and,a second access panel through one of the pair of opposed side walls for accessing a return roller assembly of the plurality of return roller assemblies.2. The system of further comprising a skirtboard system for mounting ...

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Номер записи: 42
13-02-2020 дата публикации

MOBILE STORAGE CONTAINER FOR BULK GOODS

Номер: US20200047992A1
Автор: Werner Hans
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The invention relates to a mobile storage container for bulk material in the form of a container unit which is dimensioned such that it can be transported on public roads and in public areas without requiring special permits for said transport. The container unit has a container with sidewalls, an underfloor, and an intermediate bottom arranged above the underfloor. The container has a stiffness that allows for the container to be set up even in the filled state on any essentially level ground without pillar mounting and without a foundation. A discharge device for the bulk material and a cross conveyor are integrated into the container, and a vertical conveyor connected to the discharge device is integrated into the container unit. By means of the discharge device, the bulk material is dispensed at a discharge height from the container unit and transferred to the vertical conveyor. From the vertical conveyor, the bulk material is dispensed at a drop height, which is higher than the discharge height. 1. Storage container for bulk material in the form of a container unit which is dimensioned such that it can be transported without a special permit on public roads and in public areas and comprises a closed container with sidewalls , an underfloor , and an intermediate bottom arranged above the underfloor , characterized in that the container has a stiffness that allows for the container to be set up on any essentially level ground even in the filled state without pillar mounting and foundation , a discharge device for the bulk material and a cross conveyor are integrated into the containers , and a vertical conveyor , which is connected to the discharge device , is integrated into the container unit , wherein the bulk material , by means of the discharge device , can be dispensed at a discharge height from the container unit and transferred to the vertical conveyor , from which the bulk material can be dispensed at a drop height which is higher than the discharge ...

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Номер записи: 43
13-02-2020 дата публикации

FEEDER

Номер: US20200048007A1
Автор: Geertsen Robert J.
Принадлежит: REC SILICON INC

A feeder operable to convey a divided solids material comprises a conduit and an actuator. The conduit has a hollow body with a length, a first end, a second end opposite the first end and a displaceable body segment defined along at least a portion of the length. The displaceable body segment has at least a first fixable location positionable at a first fixed location. The actuator is positioned to apply force to the conduit and is controllable to cause selected flow of divided solids material in a feed direction extending generally from the first end to the second end. Methods are also disclosed. 1. A feeder operable to convey a divided solids material , comprising:a conduit having a hollow body with a length, a first end, a second end opposite the first end and a displaceable body segment defined along at least a portion of the length;the displaceable body segment having at least a first fixable location positionable at a first fixed location;an actuator positioned to apply force to the conduit and controllable to displace the displaceable body segment to cause selected flow of divided solids material within the conduit in a feed direction extending generally from the first end to the second end.2. The feeder of claim 1 , wherein the actuator is supported by the conduit and moves with the displaceable body segment during a feeding operation.3. The feeder of claim 2 , wherein the actuator comprises a rotating offset mass claim 2 , and wherein the rotating offset mass is operated to generate oscillating motion of the displaceable body segment and the attached actuator.4. The feeder of claim 2 , wherein the displaceable body segment is cyclically displaced through a closed trajectory having at least one of a vertical component and a horizontal component.5. The feeder of claim 2 , wherein the displaceable body segment has a second fixable location downstream of the first fixable location in the feeding direction and positionable at a second fixed location.6. The ...

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Номер записи: 44
22-02-2018 дата публикации

Proppant discharge system and a container for use in such a proppant discharge system

Номер: US20180050864A1
Автор: John OREN, Joshua Oren
Принадлежит: Oren Technologies LLC

A proppant discharge system has a container with an outlet formed at a bottom thereof and a gate slidably affixed at the outlet so as to be movable between a first position covering the outlet to a second position opening the outlet, and a support structure having an actuator thereon. The container is removably positioned on the top surface of the support structure. The actuator is engageable with gate so as to move the gate from the first position to the second position. A conveyor underlies the container so as to receive proppant as discharged from the container through the outlet. The container is a ten foot ISO container.

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Номер записи: 45
22-02-2018 дата публикации

Folding Mechanism for a Conveyor Device

Номер: US20180050872A1
Автор: Franzen Felix, Weller Christian
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The invention relates to a conveyor device () for a material machining device (), comprising a base portion () and a transport portion (). The base portion () is designed for coupling to the material machining device () and is connected to the transport portion () via a joint portion () such that the transport portion () is rotatable or pivotal and can be folded inwards about a longitudinal axis between an operating position and a transport position on at least one part of the adjustment path of the transport portion () by means of a first and a second rotary joint (). The joint portion () has a first and a second connection element () and a joint central part (); the first connection element () is equipped for directly or indirectly coupling to the material machining device (), and the second connection element () is equipped for directly or indirectly coupling to the transport portion (); and the connection elements () and the joint central part () are coupled by means of the two rotary joints (). The conveyor device () can be mounted and used on both sides of the material machining device () by means of the joint portion (). 120101102411010243024363524. A conveyor device () for a materials processing device () , having a base portion () and a transport portion () , wherein the base portion () is realized for coupling to the materials processing device () and is connected to the transport portion () by means of a joint portion () in such a manner that the transport portion () is rotatable or pivotable about a longitudinal axis by means of a first and a second rotary joint ( , ) along at least part of the adjustment path of the transport portion () between an operating position and a transport position and can be folded-in , characterized in that{'b': 30', '40', '80', '50, 'the joint portion () comprises a first and a second connection element (, ) and a joint central part (),'}{'b': 40', '10', '80', '24', '40', '80', '50', '35', '36, 'in that the first connection ...

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Номер записи: 46
10-03-2022 дата публикации

A system and a method for transferring solid particles from a first environment at a first gas pressure to a second environment at a second gas pressure

Номер: US20220073289A1
Автор: Stephen John Benstead, Theodorus Gerardus Marinus Maria Kappen
Принадлежит: Tricoya Technologies Ltd

A system for transferring solid particles from a first environment at a first gas pressure to a second environment at a second gas pressure. The system comprises a first rotary valve having an inlet which is in fluid communication with the first environment, a second rotary valve having an outlet which is in fluid communication with the second environment, and an intermediate housing bounding an intermediate channel, of which an inlet is fluidly connected to an outlet of the first rotary valve and of which an outlet is fluidly connected to an inlet of the second rotary valve. The intermediate channel is fluidly connected to a third environment maintained at a third gas pressure. The third gas pressure is higher than both the first gas pressure and the second gas pressure or lower than both the first gas pressure and the second gas pressure.

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Номер записи: 47
01-03-2018 дата публикации

Pipeline transportation method of coal

Номер: US20180057282A1
Автор: Jun Zhang, Luyang Xie, Xiangshu Zheng, Yongmei Lai, Yusong Zheng
Принадлежит: Yusong Zheng

A pipeline transportation method of coal is provided. The coal is pulverized and then subjected to a waterproofing treatment, so that a time needed for precipitating the pulverized coal in water is longer than a time needed for transporting the pulverized coal by flowing water to a destination. The waterproof pulverized coal is transported by water through a pipeline. After reaching the destination, the waterproof pulverized coal can be separated from the water in a static pool, collected by a cyclone separator, and then stored in a warehouse.

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Номер записи: 48
02-03-2017 дата публикации

PNEUMATIC CONVEYING VESSEL

Номер: US20170057758A1
Автор: Degenkolb Dietmar, Ehrich Ronny, Hannemann Frank, WEDER Marcus
Принадлежит: SIEMENS AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT

A feed-in container for fluidizing and conveying products in dust form, such as, for example, coal dust, using conveying gases under pressures up to 7 MPa, in which the fluidizing floor is fastened by a central tubular supporting construction. A stable and low-outlay construction takes up the weight and pressure loading of the fluidizing floor. An emptying line is arranged in the supporting construction, making a separate opening through the fluidizing floor obsolete and thus providing a low-outlay passage through the fluidizing floor. The supporting construction is also designed such that it serves as a shaft guide for an agitator. 1. An apparatus for fluidizing and conveying dusts , comprising:a fluidizing floor which is arranged in the lower region of a feed-in container,an accumulation of dust which is provided in the fluidizing shaft of the feed-in container above the fluidizing floor,a fluidizing gas which is supplied below the fluidizing floor in order to produce a fluidized bed in the accumulation of dust,a conveying line that dips into the fluidized bed in order to remove fluidized dust,wherein the feed-in container is closed off by a bottom at the lower end via a flange connection, anda central, tubular supporting construction which is arranged between the bottom and the fluidizing floor.2. The apparatus as claimed in claim 1 ,wherein the bottom takes the form of a dished bottom.3. The apparatus as claimed in claim 1 ,wherein the feed-in container and the fluidizing floor have a circular cross section.4. The apparatus as claimed in claim 1 ,wherein the separating point of the flange connection and the upper end of the supporting construction lie in the plane of the fluidizing floor.5. The apparatus as claimed in claim 1 ,wherein the fluidizing floor is formed by a perforated baseplate which is coated with filter material.6. The apparatus as claimed in claim 5 ,wherein the baseplate of the fluidizing floor is homogeneously welded over its whole surface to ...

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Номер записи: 49
04-03-2021 дата публикации

FEED BIN ANTI-BRIDGE DEVICE

Номер: US20210061549A1
Автор: AUKER Logan, BYER Jake, PAVEL Andrei, Risser Philip E.
Принадлежит: Valco Industries, Inc.

A lifting mechanism for operably attaching to one of the plurality of support legs on a bin is provided where the lifting mechanism is configured to sequentially lift and drop the support leg by a predetermined amount, whereby an impact shock generated by the drop is transmitted to the bin through the support leg and promote dislodging of any of the particulate material that may be in a non-flowable state to enhance dispensing of the particulate material from the bin. A bin assembly incorporating such lifting mechanism on at least one of its plurality of support legs is also disclosed. 1. A bin for dispensing particulate material comprising:a plurality of support legs supporting the bin on a foundation;at least one lifting mechanism resting on the foundation and also operably attached to one of the plurality of support legs;a drive operatively attached to the lifting mechanism such that operation of the drive causes the lifting mechanism to sequentially lift said support leg that is attached to the lifting mechanism by a predetermined amount then drop said support leg into a free fall, whereby an impact shock is transmitted to the bin through the support leg and promote dislodging of any of the particulate material that may be in a non-flowable state to enhance dispensing of the particulate material from the bin.2. The bin of claim 1 , wherein the operation of the drive causes the lifting mechanism to repeat the sequence of lifting and dropping said support leg.3. The bin of claim 1 , wherein the lifting mechanism comprises at least one rotationally driven stepped cam and the drive comprises a motor for rotating the stepped cam.4. The bin of claim 3 , wherein the drive rotates the stepped cam and the stepped cam comprises:a center of rotation; anda cam surface that has a continually changing radius as measured from the rotational center, wherein the lifting mechanism further comprises a cam follower assembly that includes a cam follower that is operably connected to ...

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Номер записи: 50
04-03-2021 дата публикации

STORAGE APPARATUS FOR TRANSPORT GOODS AND STORAGE METHOD

Номер: US20210061579A1
Автор: WANNER BERTRAM
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A storage apparatus for transport goods includes a first conveyor, a second conveyor and a deflecting mechanism for deflecting transport goods conveyed by the first conveyor onto the second conveyor. A motor configuration is provided for motorized driving of the first conveyor and/or the second conveyor. A step is provided over which the transport goods are conveyed. The storage apparatus is configured to vertically compress the transport goods with the aid of the step. A method for storing transport goods, in particular packages, is also provided. 1. A storage apparatus for transport goods or packages , the storage apparatus comprising:a first conveyor and a second conveyor;a deflecting mechanism for deflecting transport goods conveyed by said first conveyor to said second conveyor;a motor configuration for motorized driving of at least one of said first conveyor or said second conveyor; anda step configured to convey the transport goods over said step, said step configured to aid in vertically compressing the transport goods by the storage apparatus.2. The storage apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein said step is disposed between said deflecting mechanism and said second conveyor.3. The storage apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein said motor configuration is configured for motorized driving of said deflecting mechanism.4. The storage apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein said second conveyor extends at least substantially parallel to said first conveyor.5. The storage apparatus according to claim 1 , which further comprises a rear wall delimiting a first end of said second conveyor claim 1 , said second conveyor driving the transport goods against said rear wall in a compression operating mode of the storage apparatus.6. The storage apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein said second conveyor drives the transport goods to a second end of said second conveyor at which the transport goods can be issued from the storage apparatus in a discharge operating ...

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Номер записи: 51
20-02-2020 дата публикации

Module for a Conveyor System for Bulk Goods, and also Conveyor System for Bulk Goods

Номер: US20200055679A1
Автор: Kramer Walter
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The module () for a conveyor system for bulk goods has at least one first tubular section (). A second tubular section (), which is provided with at least one coupling piece (), branches away from said first tubular section. The second tubular section () adjoins a valve () which has three connections (). The first connection forms a flow-connection with the second tubular section (). The second connection () of the valve () can be selectively connected to the first connection () by means of a first line and to the third connection () by means of a second line (). 119.-. (canceled)20. A module for a conveyor system for bulk goods , the module comprising:a first tubular section;a second tubular section branching off the first tubular section and provided with a coupling piece;a valve adjoining the second tubular section and comprising a first connector, a second connector, and a third connector;wherein the first connector is connected in flow communication to the second tubular section;wherein the second connector is selectively connectable via a first line with the first connector and via a second line with the third connector.21. The module according to claim 20 , wherein the first and second connectors are arranged angularly relative to each other.22. The module according to claim 20 , wherein the second and third connectors are positioned opposite each other.23. The module according to claim 20 , wherein the first line and the second line are tubular pieces.24. The module according to claim 20 , wherein the first claim 20 , second and third connectors are tubular sections.25. The module according to claim 20 , wherein the valve comprises a housing and a valve slider slidably supported in the housing claim 20 , wherein the first and second lines are disposed in the valve slider.26. The module according to claim 25 , wherein the valve slider has a frame shape and comprises a bottom.27. The module according to claim 25 , wherein the housing of the valve comprises ...

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Номер записи: 52
10-03-2016 дата публикации

Proppant discharge system and a container for use in such a proppant discharge system

Номер: US20160068337A1
Автор: John OREN, Joshua Oren
Принадлежит: Oren Technologies LLC

A proppant discharge system has a container with an outlet positioned in a bottom thereof and a gate affixed adjacent the outlet so as to be movable between a first position covering the outlet to a second position opening the outlet, and a support structure having an actuator thereon. The container is removably positioned on the top surface of the support structure. The actuator is engageable with gate so as to move the gate from the first position to the second position. A conveyor underlies the container so as to receive proppant as discharged from the container through the outlet. The container can be a ten foot ISO container.

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Номер записи: 53
08-03-2018 дата публикации

BOX SUPPORT FRAME FOR USE WITH T-BELT CONVEYOR

Номер: US20180065814A1
Автор: "DAgostino Mark", "DAgostino Scott", Eiden, Fisher Marc Kevin, III Kenneth W., Lohman Clint, Stefan Timothy
Принадлежит: Proppant Express Solutions, LLC

A system for distributing a fracking proppant at a well site using a support frame to position a series of storage containers above a conveyor. The support frame receives a plurality of storage container and aligns the storage containers with hoppers formed on the conveyor. The support frame can include outriggers that extend to increase the stability and the amount of supported weight. The support frame includes a series of cross supports that extend across the conveyor belts to support the storage containers. The cross supports can include load cells to monitor the weight of the storage containers and stored proppant. The width of the cross supports can be adjusted and the support frame can include an extension frame to expand the width of the support frame. A control panel is included to display the status of the containers (full/empty/partially full) and control and monitoring the discharge rate of the plurality of containers. 1. A system for distributing a fracking proppant such as sand at a well site , comprising:a conveyor having a first side, a second side, two conveyor belts each extending from a first end to a second end of the conveyor and a plurality of hoppers positioned above the two conveyor belts to direct fracking proppant onto one of the conveyor belts;a support frame positioned to surround at least a portion of the conveyor; anda plurality of storage containers each containing a supply of the fracking proppant, wherein the plurality of storage containers are supported on the support frame above the conveyor belts, wherein each of the plurality of storage container is located to discharge the supply of fracking proppant into one of the plurality of hoppers.2. The system of wherein the support frame includes a plurality of cross supports that each extend past the first and second sides of the conveyor and are supported by a support leg.3. The system of wherein each of the storage containers is supported by two of the plurality of cross supports.4. ...

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Номер записи: 54
08-03-2018 дата публикации

Volumetric feeder

Номер: US20180065815A1
Автор: Kun-nan Yang
Принадлежит: SEMLIMA INDUSTRIAL Co Ltd

A volumetric feeder may comprise a driving unit, a storage tank, a sealing unit, a switch unit and a feeding unit. An interior space of the storage tank is horizontally divided into a feeding space and a preparing space which have the same volume such that the feeding material, including viscous or cement-like materials, in the preparing space is configured to be transported into the feeding space with the same volume at a time to achieve volumetric feeding effect. Also, the feeding material in the feeding space is moved by a piston in a pushing manner thus preventing the feeding material from damage or heating during feeding process.

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Номер записи: 55
11-03-2021 дата публикации

ROTARY AIRLOCK DEVICE AND SYSTEM FOR MOVING AND PLACING GRANULATE MATERIAL

Номер: US20210070557A1
Автор: Nolen Michael
Принадлежит:

A system for moving and placing granulate is provided. A housing is mountable to a trailer and has at least one cabinet located on a side of the housing with a compressor, at least one back compartment located on a back side of the housing, wherein the at least one back compartment has at least one rotary airlock device in communication with the compressor, wherein the compressor feeds air to the rotary airlock device under pressure, an actuatable feeder located on the back side of the housing, wherein the feeder when in an open position receives granulate and feeds the granulate to the at least one rotary airlock device, and a hose mount located on the housing and in communication with a bottom portion of the at least one rotary airlock, wherein when the compressor is actuated, the granulate is fed from the feeder, through the at least one rotary airlock and out through the house mount into a hose to place the granulate in a predetermined place. 1. A system for moving and placing granulate , the system comprising:a housing mountable to a vehicle, trailer or both;at least one cabinet located on a side or back of the housing, wherein the at least one cabinet comprises a compressor;at least one rotary airlock device located at a back end of the housing, in communication with the compressor, wherein the compressor feeds air to the rotary airlock device under pressure;an actuatable feeder located on the back side of the housing, wherein the feeder when in an open position receives granulate and feeds the granulate to the at least one rotary airlock device;a hose mount located on the housing and in communication with a bottom portion of the at least one rotary airlock, wherein when the compressor is actuated, the granulate is fed from the feeder, through the at least one rotary airlock and out through the house mount into a hose to place the granulate in a predetermined place.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one rotary airlock comprises two rotary airlocks ...

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Номер записи: 56
11-03-2021 дата публикации

A VACUUM CONVEYOR FOR CONVEYING GRANULATE AND/OR POWDERY MATERIAL

Номер: US20210070558A1
Автор: Conradt Daniel Niklas
Принадлежит:

The present invention relates to a vacuum conveyor for conveying granulate and/or powdery material, the conveyor comprising: a main body having an upper end and a lower end; a cavity inside the main body, said cavity comprising an opening arranged at the lower end of the main body; a valve arranged at the opening position between an open position allowing a flow of granulate and/or powdery material out from the cavity through said opening and a sealing position sealing said opening; an inlet arranged at the upper end of the main body forming an inlet passage into the cavity; a venturi inside the main body at a position being distinct from the cavity, said venturi comprising an inlet and an outlet; and a suction channel fluidly connecting the throat of the venturi with the interior of the cavity at a position at or above the inlet. 1. A vacuum conveyor for conveying a granulate and/or powdered material , the conveyor comprising:a main body having an upper end and a lower end;a cavity inside the main body, said cavity comprising an opening arranged at the lower end of the main body;a valve arranged at the opening positionable between an open position allowing a flow of granulate and/or powdered material out from the cavity through said opening and a sealing position sealing said opening;an inlet arranged at the upper end of the main body forming an inlet passage into the cavity;a venturi inside the main body at a position being distinct from the cavity, said venturi comprising an inlet and an outlet; anda suction channel fluidly connecting the throat of the venturi with the interior of the cavity at a position at or above the inlet.226-. (canceled)27. The conveyor according to claim 1 , wherein the valve is biased towards the sealing position by a counter balancing weight arranged so that gravity maintains it in its sealing position until the weight of the granulate and/or powdered material in the cavity exceed the counter balancing weight claim 1 , thereby opening ...

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Номер записи: 57
05-03-2020 дата публикации

CONVEYOR LIFTING DEVICE

Номер: US20200071080A1
Автор: Hubble Ryan, Vant Simon, Wood Travers
Принадлежит:

A device for separating a conveying member from a support structure includes an elongated member for engaging a portion of the conveying member, and a lever. The elongated member includes a first end and a second end. The lever is coupled to at least one end of the elongated member, and the lever includes a base end and a distal end. The lever is pivotable between a first position in which the elongated member is lowered and a second position in which the elongated member is elevated. 1. A device for separating a conveying member from a support structure , the device comprising:an elongated member for engaging a portion of the conveying member, the elongated member including a first end and a second end; anda lever coupled to at least one end of the elongated member, the lever including a base end and a distal end, the lever pivotable between a first position in which the elongated member is lowered and a second position in which the elongated member is elevated.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the elongated member is configured to be positioned below the conveying member and to extend across a width of the conveying member claim 1 , wherein while the lever is in the second position the elongated member is in an elevated position.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the first end of the elongated member is configured to be supported by a first side of the support structure claim 1 , and the second end of the elongated member is configured to be supported relative to a second side of the support structure.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the second end of the elongated member is coupled to the lever in an over-center configuration claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , when the lever is in one of the first position and the second position claim 1 , the lever is biased against movement toward the other of the first position and the second position.5. The device of claim 4 , wherein a force exerted on the elongated member at least partially biases the lever against movement ...

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Номер записи: 58
05-03-2020 дата публикации

Powder conveying system

Номер: US20200071087A1
Автор: Kazuki Muraishi, Kengo Matsuo, Nariaki MIKI, Sachie Akiba
Принадлежит: Toyota Motor Corp

Provided is a powder conveying system configured to prevent moisture adsorption to powder during powder conveyance. The powder conveying system comprises: a conveying path, a conveying device wherein the conveying device is a part of the conveying path or is connected with the conveying path; a measuring device wherein the measuring device is a part of the conveying path or is connected with the conveying path; a controlling device wherein the controlling device is a part of the conveying path or is connected with the conveying path; and a judging device wherein the judging device is connected with the measuring device and the controlling device.

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Номер записи: 59
05-03-2020 дата публикации

Grain Bin Unloading Conveyor System

Номер: US20200071096A1
Автор: Enz James K., Kaeb Todd W., Stock Andrew L.
Принадлежит: Illinois Grain & Seed, Inc.

An unloading conveyor system for unloading grain through the floor of a grain bin. A removeable cover is vertically supported by the plurality of ribs to cover the span of the midpan to allow maintenance. The midpan comprises a plurality of slots and ledges to receive and support the ribs to allow easy installation and maintenance. A central pit having an internal portion and an access support wall also provides easy installation and maintenance. The first bearing mount, second bearing mount, and roller are all accessible for service through the internal portion of the central pit. 1. An unloading conveyor system for a grain bin having a floor for supporting grain within the grain bin , the floor having a channel extending from the center of the grain bin to a peripheral bin wall for unloading the grain , the unloading conveyor system comprising:a. a center well disposed in the floor of the grain bin;b. a return trough disposed within the channel and radially extending from the center well through the peripheral bin wall; i. a first internal ledge;', 'ii. a second internal ledge;', 'iii. an external ledge;, 'c. a midpan disposed within the return trough, the midpan comprising i. a first rib end mounted upon the first internal ledge;', 'ii. a second rib end mounted upon the second internal ledge;', 'iii. a truss portion that extends perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the unloading conveyor system between the first rib end and the second rib end; and, 'd. a plurality of ribs longitudinally spaced apart, each of the plurality of ribs comprisese. a removeable cover mounted to cover the midpan and vertically supported by the plurality of ribs.2. The unloading conveyor system of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of ribs are removably mounted upon the midpan.3. The unloading conveyor system of claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of ribs further comprise:a. a rib support flange extending from the rib perpendicular to the truss portion.4. The unloading conveyor system ...

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Номер записи: 60
22-03-2018 дата публикации

METHOD FOR LOW PROFILE RECEIVER OPERATION

Номер: US20180079603A1
Автор: MAGUIRE Stephen B.
Принадлежит:

A method for temporary storage of granular material in a receiver having a horizontally elongated chamber within a housing, the chamber having a convex triangular cross-section and a dump flap defining a bottom vertex of the triangular cross-section, with a horizontal air/vacuum resin material inlet connecting to the chamber, and a horizontal air/vacuum outlet leading from and connected to the chamber. 1. A method for temporary storage of granular material prior to processing thereof into a finished or semi-finished product , comprising ,a) feeding an air/vacuum stream carrying the granular material into a chamber under vacuum;b) reducing velocity of the stream in the chamber thereby causing granular material entrained in the stream to fall to the chamber bottom;c) continuing drawing the stream from the chamber thereby maintaining vacuum in the chamber;d) releasing the vacuum horizontally from the chamber thereby allowing a bottom of the chamber to swing to an open position, in response to granular material resting thereon.2. The method of further comprising passing the stream through a filter after the granular material has fallen to the chamber bottom.3. The method of wherein passing the stream through the filter is performed before releasing the vacuum from the chamber.4. The method of further comprising passing the stream through a filter perpendicular to the stream.5. The method of further comprising passing the stream horizontally through a filter perpendicular to the stream.6. A method for temporary storage of granular material prior to processing thereof into a finished or semi-finished product claim 3 , comprising claim 3 ,a) feeding an air/vacuum stream carrying the granular material in a first direction into a chamber under vacuum;b) passing the stream in a second direction through a filter; andc) releasing the stream from the chamber in the first horizontal direction.7. A receiver comprising:a) an elongated chamber within a housing;b) the chamber having ...

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Номер записи: 61
22-03-2018 дата публикации

FLOW LIMITING AND VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE APPARATUS FOR LIMITING FLOW TO SELECTED LEVEL

Номер: US20180079604A1
Автор: MAGUIRE Stephen B., Zinski James
Принадлежит:

A controlled, variable speed vacuum pump with a flow limiter connected to the suction head of the vacuum pump conveys granular plastic resin material from a supply to receivers retaining and dispensing resin when needed by a process machine. 1. Apparatus for conveying granular plastic resin material from a resin supply preparatory to molding or extruding that material into finished or semi-finished plastic parts , comprising:a. at least one receiver for receipt and temporary storage of the granular plastic resin material preparatory to the molding or extrusion;b. a vacuum pump;c. a first conduit for conveyance of the granular plastic resin material from the supply to the receiver;d. a second conduit for conveyance of a vacuum/air stream from the receiver to the vacuum pump;e. a variable speed drive for the vacuum pump.2. Apparatus of further comprising a microprocessor for controlling speed of the drive for the vacuum pump.3. Apparatus of further comprising a sensor for sensing at least one flow parameter in the second conduit claim 2 , connected to the microprocessor for furnishing flow parameter information thereto.4. Apparatus of further comprising a plurality of flow parameter sensors for sensing flow parameters at selected positions in the second conduit and furnishing flow parameter information therefrom to the microprocessor.5. Apparatus of wherein the microprocessor controls speed of the drive according to an algorithm stored within the microprocessor claim 2 , the algorithm receiving as input sensed flow parameter information.6. Apparatus of further comprising an air flow limiter between an outlet of the second conduit and a suction inlet of the vacuum pump.7. Apparatus of further comprising an air flow limiter between an outlet of the second conduit and a suction inlet of the vacuum pump.8. Apparatus of further comprising a flow parameter sensor between the air flow limiter and the suction inlet to the pump.9. Apparatus of further comprising a second flow ...

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Номер записи: 62
14-03-2019 дата публикации

Conveying Assembly for Snowmaking Apparatus

Номер: US20190078825A1
Автор: HANDFIELD Louis
Принадлежит: Industries Samson Inc

A snow conveying assembly for use with a snow making machine includes an impeller for receiving snow from the snow making machine and accelerating the snow; and an ejector tube, which receives the snow from the impeller, further accelerates the snow and discharges the snow from the assembly. The ejector tube contains a venturi throat. Snow from the impeller is conveyed via a snow inlet tube into the ejector tube immediately upstream of a venturi throat and air under pressure is blown into the ejector tube upstream of the venturi throat to further accelerate the snow. 1. A snow conveying assembly for use with a snow making machine comprising:an impeller for receiving snow from the snow making machine and for accelerating the snow;an ejector tube having an inlet end for receiving snow from said impeller, a venturi throat downstream of said inlet end in the direction of snow travel through the ejector tube, and an outlet end for discharging snow from the conveying assembly;a snow inlet tube for introducing snow from said impeller into said ejector tube immediately upstream of said venturi throat in the direction of snow travel through the ejector tube;an air inlet in the inlet end of said ejector tube upstream of said venturi throat;said snow inlet tube having a discharge end spaced apart from the venturi throat, creating a small gap between said discharge end and the venturi throat, whereby, when air under pressure passes through said gap and then through said venturi throat, the resulting snow and air mixture is accelerated out of said outlet end of the ejector tube.2. The snow conveying assembly of claim 1 , wherein the gap between the discharge end of the snow inlet tube and the venturi throat is adjustable.3. The snow conveying assembly of claim 1 , wherein said impeller includes a tray for receiving snow from the snow making machine claim 1 , and a snow outlet tube for carrying snow to an inlet end of said snow inlet tube.4. The snow conveying assembly of claim 2 ...

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Номер записи: 63
31-03-2022 дата публикации

TUBE CONVEYOR SYSTEM

Номер: US20220097974A1
Автор: AUKER Logan, BYER Jacob D., Risser Philip E.
Принадлежит: Valco Industries, Inc.

Provided is an improved animal feed distribution system and components, specifically tube belt conveyor system, that provides more efficient manner of delivering feed to the animals, such as poultry by using tube conveyor belt to distribute feed in a re-circulating loop. 1. A material conveyance system comprising:two tube sections;a loop of conveyor belt having a first side and a second side; wherein the conveyor belt is arranged in a configuration that allows the conveyor belt to continuously loop through the two tube sections, whereby a portion of the conveyor belt is inside one of the tube sections and another portion of the conveyor belt is inside another of the tube sections,', 'wherein the two tube sections are arranged in a non-coaxial relationship to each other so that they form two opposing sides of a quadrilateral,', 'wherein the portion of the conveyor belt that is inside the two tube section is cupped by the tube,, 'at least one driving mechanism that is configured to move the conveyor belt through the two tube sections;'}whereby when the conveyor belt is conveying some amount of material through the two tube sections, the material is carried on the first side of the conveyor belt in both of the two tube sections.2. The material conveyance system of claim 1 , further comprising two cross augers that are arranged to form two other sides of the quadrilateral claim 1 , wherein the two cross augers transport the material between the two tube sections.3. The material conveyance system of claim 1 , further comprising a set of a plurality of turnbars provided near each ends of the two tube sections claim 1 , wherein the rollers turn and change the direction of the conveyor belt coming out of one tube section to enter the other of the two tube sections.4. The material conveyance system of claim 2 , wherein when the conveyor belt is conveying some amount of material through the two tube sections claim 2 , the material being conveyed by the conveyor belt exiting ...

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Номер записи: 64
31-03-2022 дата публикации

A feeder device for feeding a powder material

Номер: US20220097978A1
Автор: GEUKENS Guido Vital Judith, Schaepman Alexander Clemens Henricus Josef, VERHOEST Bart, Vugts Johannes Adrianus Jozef Maria
Принадлежит: GEA Process Engineering nv

A feeder device for feeding powder, having a barrel feeding channel with a downstream end. The feeding channel including at least one conveying element for conveying the powder material to the downstream end. A rotatable exit element provided at the downstream end of the feeding channel. The rotatable exit element includes an annular portion defining exit openings defined by powder engaging edges. The rotatable exit element is positioned transversally outside the barrel in a proximity of the downstream end of the feeding channel. The feeding channel has a first, inner diameter and the rotatable exit element has a second, outer diameter, where the second, outer diameter is equal to or larger than the first inner diameter. 131-. (canceled)32. A feeder device for feeding powder , comprising a feeding channel with a downstream end , said feeding channel comprising at least one conveying element for conveying the powder material to the downstream end , and a rotatable exit element provided at the downstream end of the feeding channel , said rotatable exit element comprising an annular portion defining exit openings defined by powder engaging edges , wherein the rotatable exit element is positioned transversally outside the feeding channel in a proximity of the downstream end of the feeding channel , wherein the feeding channel has a first , inner diameter and the rotatable exit element has a second , outer diameter , and wherein the second , outer diameter is equal to or larger than the first inner diameter.33. A feeder device according to claim 32 , wherein the at least one conveying element is a rotatable conveying element claim 32 , such as a rotatable screw element claim 32 , having an axis of rotation extending along the feeding channel and able to be rotated around this axis of rotation in at least one direction.34. A feeder device according to claim 33 , wherein at least two such rotatable screw elements are provided having respective claim 33 , mutually parallel ...

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Номер записи: 65
31-03-2022 дата публикации

CULLET AND CULLET WATER HANDLING SYSTEM

Номер: US20220098081A1
Автор: Asmus Joseph, Beaber Corey, Holmes-Libbis John, Rausch Philip J.
Принадлежит:

A glassware manufacturing system, waste handling system, and method are disclosed. The glassware manufacturing system, in accordance with one aspect of the disclosure, comprises an architectural installation having a forming floor and no basement beneath the forming floor; a glassware forming machine carried on the forming floor; a molten glass feeder configured to provide molten glass to the glassware forming machine; and a glassware manufacturing waste handling system including a sump pit in the forming floor, and a waste liquid trench substantially surrounding the glassware forming machine and flowing to the sump pit. Also, a cullet material handler and/or a molten waste glass sluice may be configured to receive molten glass and unused molten glass streams from the molten glass feeder and hot glassware rejects from the glassware forming machine. 1. A glassware manufacturing system , comprising:an architectural installation having a forming floor and no basement beneath the forming floor;a glassware forming machine carried on the forming floor;a molten glass feeder configured to provide molten glass to the glassware forming machine; and a sump pit in the forming floor;', 'a waste liquid trench substantially surrounding the glassware forming machine and flowing to the sump pit; and', 'at least one of a cullet material handler or a molten waste glass sluice, configured to receive molten glass from the molten glass feeder and hot glassware rejects from the glassware forming machine., 'a glassware manufacturing waste handling system, including2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the forming floor is sloped or crowned from the glassware forming machine to the waste liquid trench.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the glassware forming machine is an individual section machine.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the cullet material handler and/or the molten waste glass sluice is at least partially recessed in a cullet trench.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the cullet ...

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Номер записи: 66
12-03-2020 дата публикации

Train Load-Out Arrangement

Номер: US20200079601A1
Автор: LEE Der-Chang John
Принадлежит: DER-CHANG JOHN LEE ATF IKHTHUS TRUST

A train load-out arrangement having a hopper for operatively containing particulate material and includes a discharge chute with a controllable gate or valve via which the material is operatively dischargeable into ore wagons of a rail. The arrangement includes a first track scale arranged on the track distal from the discharge chute, as well as a second track scale arranged on the track directly underneath the discharge chute. Arrangement also includes a controller arranged in signal communication with the gate and track scales and configured to determine a first wagon axle weight-displacement profile via the first track scale and a second wagon axle weight-displacement profile via the second track scale as material is discharged into a wagon, and compare said first and second wagon axle weight-displacement profiles to produce a real-time noise-compensated wagon axle weight-displacement profile. 135-. (canceled)36. A train load-out arrangement comprising:a hopper operatively containing particulate material and having a discharge chute with controllable gate via which the material is operatively dischargeable into ore wagons of a rail consist passing beneath said chute on a rail track;a first track scale arranged on the track distal from the discharge chute;a second track scale arranged on the track underneath the discharge chute; and i. determine a first wagon axle weight-displacement profile via the first track scale;', 'ii. determine a second wagon axle weight-displacement profile via the second track scale as material is discharged into a wagon;', 'iii. compare said first and second wagon axle weight-displacement profiles to produce a real-time noise-compensated wagon axle weight-displacement profile; and, 'a controller arranged in signal communication with the gate and track scales and configured to, as the consist passes along the trackiv. control the gate in accordance with the noise-compensated wagon axle weight-displacement profile to regulate real-time ...

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Номер записи: 67
21-03-2019 дата публикации

WINDROW CHUTE WITH INDEPENDENTLY MOVABLE CHUTE SECTIONS

Номер: US20190084764A1
Автор: Dilts Mark D., Issac Nathan E.
Принадлежит:

A windrow chute assembly includes a plurality of movable chute sections. A first chute section has a first proximal end for receiving material, and a first distal end opposite the first proximal end. The second chute section has a second proximal end for receiving material, and a second distal end opposite the second proximal end. The first and second proximal ends define a transverse axis therebetween. The first and second chute sections are displaceable toward one another to a closed or partially closed configuration to control the width and placement of each windrow. The first and second chute sections are also displaceable away from one another to an open configuration to provide access to rear areas of the combine. 1. A windrow chute assembly for an agricultural vehicle , the windrow chute assembly comprising:a chute body comprising a plurality of movable chute sections, the plurality of movable chute sections comprising a first chute section and a second chute section,the first chute section having a first proximal end for receiving material from the agricultural vehicle, a first distal end opposite the first proximal end for discharging material from the agricultural vehicle, and a first chute axis extending between the first proximal end and the first distal end,the second chute section having a second proximal end for receiving material from the agricultural vehicle, a second distal end opposite the second proximal end for discharging material from the agricultural vehicle, and a second chute axis extending between the second proximal end and the second distal end,the first proximal end of the first chute section and the second proximal end of the second chute section defining a transverse axis therebetween, the first chute section being displaceable so as to define a first angle of displacement between the first chute axis and the transverse axis, and the second chute section being displaceable so as to define a second angle of displacement between the ...

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Номер записи: 68
21-03-2019 дата публикации

DIRECTIONAL DISCHARGE WING PULLEY

Номер: US20190084770A1
Автор: Gies Matthew L., Konieczny Brian J., Kowalski Nicholas L., Sanderson Edward E.
Принадлежит:

A directional discharge wing pulley having a plurality of wings that discharge material in a single direction while properly tracking the conveyor belt. The directional discharge wing pulley may include a plurality of directional discharge wings, which are generally angled in a single or primarily in single direction across the entire face of the pulley. When pulley is operated a reverse rotation direction, the conveyor belt continues to properly track and the material is discharged in the opposite direction. The wings may have bends to create flat sections, or formed in a multiple arc pattern to create smoother changes in geometry or increased wing angle near the ends of the pulley, while generally maintaining a single direction wing through the entire pulley. Strengthening rib bends may be added near the end of a straight wing to add rigidity reducing the likelihood of wing fold over. The wings may include secondary wings, for example, in a Herringbone pattern. In some applications, the wings may include longitudinal or circumferential wing tips. In other applications, the wings may include a multi-start spiral. 1. A wing pulley comprising:a core having a circumference and a longitudinal axis;a plurality of wings arranged about said circumference of said core, each of said wings extending generally longitudinally at an angle to said longitudinal axis to generally discharge material in a single direction, each of said wings having at least one angled section, all of said angled sections in each of said wings being oriented to direct material in said single direction.2. The wing pulley of wherein each of said wings include at least one strengthening rib bend.3. The wing pulley of wherein each of said wings includes at least two strengthening rib bends positioned symmetrically with respect to a longitudinal axis of the wing pulley and with respect to a central radial axis of the wing pulley.4. The wing pulley of wherein each wing include a plurality of discrete wing ...

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Номер записи: 69
05-05-2022 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR TRANSFERRING FRAGILE ITEMS

Номер: US20220135340A1
Автор: Jr. Robert Samuel, Phillips, Povlacs Lawrence Allen, Smith Benjamin Decker
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An apparatus for vertical transfer of whole nuts from a first elevation to a second, lower elevation includes a run extending between an entrance and an exit, and having a plurality of alternatingly arranged conveying panels between the entrance and the exit. Each conveying panel is inclined at approximately 30 degrees to horizontal and has a predefined width. The apparatus further includes arcuate turn-arounds disposed between respective conveying panels to facilitate transferring the nuts from one conveying panel to the next lower conveying panel. The predefined width of the conveying panels is selected based on a predetermined mass flow rate of nuts such that whole nuts move along the run in a continuous stream without tumbling, and wherein each nut is in contact with adjacent nuts in its respective layer.

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Номер записи: 70
19-03-2020 дата публикации

BIN SWEEP COLLECTOR RING ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20200087086A1
Автор: Hoogestraat Alan G.
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In one aspect, the disclosure describes an apparatus comprising an auger section having an auger and a drive unit containing a motor for driving the auger. A collector ring housing containing a collector ring is positioned between the auger section and the drive unit. In another aspect, the disclosure describes an apparatus for attachment to a floor grate. The apparatus includes a pivot stand attached to a top surface of the floor grate, the pivot stand defining a vertical pivot axis. A collector ring has a first stationary portion and a second rotatable portion, with the stationary portion attached to the pivot stand. A housing surrounds the collector ring, and the housing and second rotatable portion of the collector ring rotate together about the pivot axis. 118-. (canceled)19. A method comprising:positioning a pivot pipe to extend above a top surface of a sump, the pivot pipe defining a vertical pivot axis;attaching a collector ring to the pivot pipe such that a stationary portion of the collector ring is located above the sump and without accessing an interior of the sump;shielding the collector ring from at least material flow from above with a housing;transmitting electric current to a linear conveyor through the collector ring;operating the linear conveyor to sweep material toward the sump along a length of the linear conveyor; andmoving the linear conveyor in an arc about the pivot axis.20. The method of and further comprising:transmitting electric current to a tractor unit through the collector ring, wherein the tractor unit is spaced from the pivot axis and is configured to move the linear conveyor in the arc about the pivot axis.21. The method of and further comprising:positioning a drive unit motor proximate an end of the linear conveyor, the drive unit motor operably connected to the linear conveyor in order to operate the linear conveyor to sweep material along the length of the linear conveyor, wherein the drive unit motor and the linear conveyor ...

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Номер записи: 71
01-04-2021 дата публикации

CONVERTIBLE VEHICLE FOR GOODS TRANSPORTATION

Номер: US20210094456A1
Автор: BELDRIGHI Graziano, MIGLIOLI Claudio
Принадлежит:

A convertible load platform for a vehicle for transporting goods on wheels or on rails includes a main frame, at least one loading device integrated with the main frame and convertible, and tipping means for tipping a support base of the device, so as to obtain the unloading of bulk material contained in the bag from one of the sides of the frame. 2. A loading platform according to claim 1 , wherein said columns are hinged to the peripheral edge of the loading base.3. A loading platform according to claim 1 , wherein a plurality of loading devices is provided claim 1 , side-by-side along the direction of travel.4. A loading platform according to claim 1 , wherein said tipping means comprise at least one linear actuator attached to the support base.5. A loading platform according to claim 4 , wherein the linear actuator is positioned opposite the side on which the unloading of material occurs.6. Loading platform according to claim 4 , wherein the linear actuator can be releasably engaged with the support base.7. A platform according to claim 4 , wherein the linear actuator is rotatable between a rest position claim 4 , in which it is disengaged from the peripheral edge and is lying horizontally along the direction of the longitudinal section claim 4 , and a working position claim 4 , in which it is raised and engageable with the peripheral edge.8. A loading platform according to claim 1 , wherein the linear actuator is fluidically actuatable and is provided with a fitting for connecting to a pressurized air supply tube.9. A loading platform according to claim 1 , wherein the columns are hinged and rotatable to move from a working position claim 1 , in which they are vertically arranged to a rest position claim 1 , in which they are arranged in plane with the support base.10. A loading platform according to claim 9 , wherein the columns are rotatable towards the inside of the support base.11. A loading platform according to claim 9 , wherein at least one column is ...

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Номер записи: 72
12-05-2022 дата публикации

A METHOD OF REFURBISHING A BUCKET WHEEL RECLAIMER

Номер: US20220144551A1
Автор: de Wet Gustav, Dorrington Andrew, Dösinger Lukas, Horn Dirk, Maas Jochen, Markovic Miodrag, Mundik Peter, Neufeldt Patrick, Nitsche Heinz, Petack Burkhard, Pletz Rudolf, Radici Anthony, Schlimme Wolfgang, Smajlovic Belmin
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A method of refurbishing a bucket wheel reclaimer (BWR) having structural frame a chute supported by the structural frame a yard conveyor for receiving material from the chute and an impact table supported by the structural frame below a portion of an upper run of the yard conveyor The method includes a step of decoupling a current impact table from the BWR structural frame The impact table is lowered at step from the structural frame Thereafter at step the current impact table is moved laterally away from and to one side of the yard conveyor. At steps and a fresh impact table is moved laterally to a location beneath the upper run of the yard conveyor and coupled to the BWR 1. A method of refurbishing a bucket wheel reclaimer (BWR) having structural frame , a chute supported by the structural frame , a yard conveyor for receiving material from the chute and an impact table supported by the structural frame below a portion of an upper run of the yard conveyor , the method comprising:decoupling a current impact table from the BWR structural frame;lowering the current impact table from the structural frame;moving the current impact table laterally away from and to one side of the yard conveyor;moving a fresh impact table laterally to a location beneath the upper run of the yard conveyor; andcoupling the fresh impact table to the structural frame.2. The method according to wherein the fresh impact table is moved laterally from a side opposite to the one side of the yard conveyor.3. The method according to comprising supporting the current impact table while the current impact table is being decoupled.4. The method according to comprising after decoupling and before moving the current impact table laterally claim 1 , lowering the current impact table to an underlying support.5. The method according to wherein moving the current impact table laterally comprises translating the current impact table along the support.6. The method according to wherein translating the ...

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Номер записи: 73
12-05-2022 дата публикации

OIL SEAL DISTRIBUTING MECHANISM FOR VIBRATOR BOWL

Номер: US20220144560A1
Автор: JI JIANHUA, QIAN HAO, Wang Hui
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An object of the present invention is to provide an oil seal distributing mechanism for a vibrator bowl, which is structured as follows. A feeding track of the vibrator bowl comprises a left side plate and a base plate, a through groove running vertically and taking a right side wall of the left side plate as its left side wall is provided at a portion of the base plate close to the left side plate, and a distributor, having a minimum distance L between its leftmost edge and the right side wall of the left side plate, is provided in the through groove; an oil seal has an outer diameter D, a maximum inner diameter d1 and a minimum inner diameter d2, where L>D-d1; a distance between front and rear walls of the through groove is greater than the outer diameter of the oil seal; the base plate is aslant arranged and/or a force applying mechanism is provided above the through groove, and the base plate gradually extends upward from left to right when the base plate is aslant arranged; and the force applying mechanism is configured to enable an edge of the oil seal close to the left side plate to flip down. 1. An oil seal distributing mechanism for a vibrator bowl , wherein a feeding track of the vibrator bowl comprises a left side plate and a base plate , a through groove running vertically and taking a right side wall of the left side plate as the through groove's left side wall is provided at a portion of the base plate close to the left side plate , and a distributor , having a minimum distance L between its leftmost edge and the right side wall of the left side plate , is provided in the through groove; an oil seal has an outer diameter D , a maximum inner diameter d1 and a minimum inner diameter d2 , where L>D-d1; a distance between front and rear walls of the through groove is greater than the outer diameter of the oil seal; the base plate is aslant arranged and/or a force applying mechanism is provided above the through groove , and the base plate gradually extends ...

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Номер записи: 74
12-05-2022 дата публикации

MINING SYSTEM WITH A FLEXIBLE CONVEYOR SYSTEM

Номер: US20220145761A1
Автор: MacDonald Brian
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The present invention relates to a mining system including a continuous miner. The continuous miner mines material and includes a miner navigation system. The mining system further includes a flexible conveyor system for receiving the mined material from the continuous miner. The flexible conveyor system includes a conveyor navigation system. The mining system further includes control means for controlling the miner navigation system and the conveyor navigation system so that the flexible conveyor system receives the mined material from the continuous miner. Preferably, the flexible conveyor system need not be coupled to the continuous miner, and can be extracted separately in the event of a cave-in on the miner. 1. A mining system including:a continuous miner for mining material;a flexible conveyor system for receiving the mined material from the continuous miner and including a conveyor navigation system, the flexible conveyor system including a chain of like conveyor modules directly serially interconnected together, each like conveyor module elevating the mined material for dropping to the adjacent conveyor module in the chain, each conveyor module including one or more lateral proximity sensors for sensing the proximity of a tunnel wall; andcontrol means for controlling the flexible conveyor system using the conveyor navigation system so that the flexible conveyor system receives the mined material from the continuous miner;wherein a front-end conveyor module of the flexible conveyor system includes a front proximity sensor for sensing the proximity of the continuous miner, and the control means uses the sensed proximity to control the flexible conveyor system to follow the continuous miner whilst maintaining a desired distance to receive the mined material.2. A mining system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the flexible conveyor system need not be coupled to the continuous miner claim 1 , and can be extracted separately in the event of a cave-in on the miner.3. ...

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Номер записи: 75
08-04-2021 дата публикации

FOOD PRODUCT LOADER FOR FOOD PROCESS LINES

Номер: US20210100258A1
Автор: JR. Robert G., Nothum, Nothum Ryan D.
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A food-product loader has a conveyor passing through its cabinet, and the cabinet is formed with a bulk hopper. The loader is loaded with elongate pieces of food-product by way of dumping a heaping mass of the food-product pieces into the bulk hopper all at one time. The loader ultimately handles the heap of food-product pieces such that, the loader loads the pieces onto the conveyor in neat lanes, with individual pieces slightly spaced apart from one another. To do this, the loader is constructed with a series or array of soft-sided dispensing sleeves or funnels which are mechanically massaged to tease out one piece at a time, and only one piece at a time. 1. (canceled)2. A food-product loader for loading elongate pieces of meat onto an underpassing conveyor; comprising:a bulk hopper, adapted to receive a bulk supply of the elongate pieces of meat, having a trough portion extending from a high elevation characterized by a common headspace, transitioning into a lateral distribution of chutes in “N” lanes over the underpassing conveyor at an intermediate elevation, wherein each chute is formed a respective outlet port at a low elevation;a corresponding lateral distribution of soft-sided funnels respectively suspended below a respective outlet port of a respective chute and being elevationally elongated between an intake port, adapted to receive elongate pieces of meat from the respective outlet port of the respective chute, and, a dispensing port, adapted to dispense single pieces at a time of the elongate pieces of meat onto the underpassing conveyor;flanking massaging frame assemblies disposed to massage spaced upline and downline portions of sides of the soft-sided funnels for massaging or teasing out one piece of food product at a time;a source of solution; anda solution spray system comprising a sprayer spraying solution over the bulk supply of the elongate pieces of meat at or proximate the common headspace of the trough portion.3. The food-product loader of ...

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Номер записи: 76
12-04-2018 дата публикации

GRAIN BIN SPREADER WITH DOMED BELL

Номер: US20180099815A1
Автор: Maddick Brian
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A grain spreader for a grain bin is provided with an electric motor having a domed or conical cap. The inclination of the cap is preferably 45°. The inclination of the cap eliminates grain splattering and minimizes wear on the cap. The cap includes an internal hub with an axial cavity. A bearing is mounted within the cavity to rotatably support an upper end of the motor drive shaft. 1. A grain spreader motor , comprising:a body with opposite upper and lower ends; anda domed cover on the upper end.2. The grain spreader motor of wherein the cover includes recesses to receive fasteners for mounting the cover to the body.3. The grain spreader motor of wherein the cover extends approximately 45°.4. The grain spreader motor of wherein the cover has a pointed tip.5. The grain spreader motor of wherein the cover includes a cylindrical sidewall for mating engagement with the body claim 1 , and an inclined conical wall terminating in a tip.6. The grain spreader motor of where the cover has a central internal hub.7. The grain spreader motor of wherein the hub includes an axially extending cavity.8. A grain spreader for distributing grain in a grain bin claim 6 , comprising:a funnel shaped hopper;a motor mounted inside the hopper and having an output shaft;a plate mounted below the hopper and being connected to the output shaft for rotation upon actuation of the motor; and the motor having a conical cap to mitigate splattering of seed deposited into the funnel.9. The grain spreader of wherein the hopper has an upper end claim 8 , and the cap has an apex below the upper end.10. The grain spreader of wherein the output shaft extends downwardly.11. The grain spreader of wherein the output shaft extends vertically.12. The grain spreader of wherein the cap has a surface inclined at approximately 45°.13. The grain spreader of wherein the cap is substantially hollow.14. The grain spreader of wherein the cap has an axially extending claim 8 , cylindrical claim 8 , internal collar.15. A ...

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Номер записи: 77
08-04-2021 дата публикации

Transport device and sheet manufacturing apparatus

Номер: US20210101311A1
Автор: Naoko OMAGARI, Toshiaki Yamagami
Принадлежит: Seiko Epson Corp

A transport device includes a transport pipe for transporting a material to be transported having at least one of a sheet piece, a fiber, and a powder, and a blower for generating an air flow in the transport pipe, the transport device transports the material to be transported by the air flow, in which the transport pipe has an introduction port into which the material to be transported is introduced, the air flow has a velocity difference in a direction orthogonal to a direction of the air flow in the transport pipe, and the introduction port is provided on a side where a velocity of the air flow is lower.

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Номер записи: 78
13-04-2017 дата публикации

BELT CONVEYOR LOAD ZONE SUPPORT ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20170101266A1
Автор: Felton Jarrod J.
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A cartridge assembly for use in a load zone support includes a shaft that is able to be connected to an idler frame of a belt conveyor system. The cartridge assembly further includes a support plate coupled to the shaft and a wear pad coupled to the support plate. 1. A cartridge assembly for removable installation on an idler frame disposed in a load zone of a belt conveyor system supporting a conveyor belt , the idler frame including an inner perch support having a first slot for supporting an idler roller shaft , the idler frame including an outer perch support having a second slot for supporting the idler roller shaft , the cartridge assembly comprising:an elongated support member having a first end and a second end, said first end of said elongated support member being configured to be removably received in the first slot of the inner perch support, said second end of said elongated support member being configured to be removably received in the second slot of the outer perch support, wherein a support member length extending between said first end and said second end of said elongated support member corresponds to a distance between the first slot of the inner perch support and the second slot of the outer perch support;a first removable retaining device selectively retaining at least one of said first end and said second end of said elongated support member in position relative to at least one of said first and second perch supports; anda wear pad disposed above said elongated support member, said wear pad having a planar upper surface, said wear pad having a wear pad length generally aligned with said support member, said wear pad having a wear pad width less than said wear pad length, being supported by said elongated support member, said wear pad being releasably secured in position by at least one removable fastener in contact with said wear pad.2. The cartridge assembly of claim 1 , wherein said elongated support member comprises a shaft.3. The cartridge ...

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Номер записи: 79
13-04-2017 дата публикации

BRAKE SYSTEM FOR CONVEYOR TAKE-UP MECHANISM

Номер: US20170101270A1
Автор: Croker Matthew John, de Lore Andrew P.
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A tensioning mechanism for a conveyor system includes a support structure, a first carriage, a second carriage, and a brake mechanism. The first carriage is positioned proximate a first end of the support structure and is supported for movement relative to the support structure. The first carriage includes first rolls for receiving the belt such that movement of the first carriage modifies a tension in the belt. The second carriage is supported for movement relative to the support structure and includes second rolls and at least one return pulley. The second rolls are configured to support a portion of the belt extending between the first carriage and the second carriage. The brake mechanism is positioned proximate a second end of the support structure and includes a brake pulley and a brake selectively retarding rotation of the brake pulley. The brake pulley supports a portion of the belt extending between the brake mechanism and the return pulley. 1. A tensioning mechanism for a conveyor system including a continuous belt , the tensioning mechanism comprising:a support structure including a first end and a second end;a first carriage positioned proximate the first end of the support structure, the first carriage supported for movement relative to the support structure, the first carriage including a plurality of first rolls for receiving the belt such that movement of the first carriage modifies a tension in the belt;a second carriage supported for movement relative to the support structure, the second carriage including a plurality of second rolls and at least one return pulley, the plurality of second rolls configured to support a portion of the belt extending between the first carriage and the second carriage; anda brake mechanism positioned proximate a second end of the support structure, the brake mechanism including an brake pulley and a brake, the brake pulley configured to support a portion of the belt extending between the brake mechanism and the return ...

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Номер записи: 80
08-04-2021 дата публикации

DIVERTER VALVE

Номер: US20210102631A1
Автор: TERMET Sébastien
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A distribution valve positioned in a supply pipe, the distribution valve including a body between a first end and a second end, the first end is substantially flat in which an inlet orifice is positioned, the inlet orifice has a circular shape and includes an axis of revolution positioned according to a parallel of the longitudinal axis of the distribution valve, the second end is substantially flat and comprises a spherical cap on which at least two outlet orifices are positioned, each outlet orifice has a circular shape, the distribution valve includes a mobile plug contained in the distribution valve body, the mobile plug includes a rigid duct that passes through it and is adapted for selectively making the inlet orifice communicate with one of the outlet orifices. 1. A distribution valve positioned in a supply pipe , said distribution valve comprises:a body between a first end and a second end, said first end is substantially flat in which an inlet orifice is positioned,the inlet orifice has a circular shape and comprises an axis of revolution positioned according to a parallel of the longitudinal axis of the distribution valve,the second end is substantially flat and comprises a spherical cap on which at least two outlet orifices are positioned, each outlet orifice has a circular shape,said distribution valve further comprises a mobile plug contained in the distribution valve body, said mobile plug comprises a rigid duct that passes through it and is adapted for selectively making the inlet orifice communicate with one of the outlet orifices.2. The valve according to claim 1 , wherein the valve body has a cylindrical circular or rectangular shape.3. The valve according to claim 1 , wherein the mobile plug is rigid.4. The valve according to claim 1 , wherein the mobile plug is sealed with respect to the supply pipe.5. The valve according to claim 1 , wherein the mobile plug comprises a tip mounted as a sliding pivot on the mobile plug in contact with the ...

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Номер записи: 81
04-04-2019 дата публикации

VIBRATORY CONVEYOR

Номер: US20190100380A1
Автор: Helfenstein Urs
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The invention relates to a vibratory feeder comprising a support arrangement (), for carrying out a vibrational movement when in operation, for a feeder element in which material () which is to be fed is fed, also comprising a drive arrangement () for the support arrangement () and a bearing arrangement () which initiates vibrational oscillations of the vibratory feeder () reducing in the base (). Means which suppress a movement of the vertical components due to the vibratory movement of the front end () of the feeder element from that of the rear end () when the vibratory feeder () is in operation are provided. The mass flow emitted by the vibratory feeder () can be easily changed without a time delay which can therefore improve the control of the vibratory feeder. 18125831304060901002304060901001010ab. A vibratory feeder comprising a support arrangement () carrying out a vibrational movement when in operation for a feeder element in which material () to be fed is fed , a drive arrangement () for the support arrangement () and a bearing arrangement () which introduces the vibrational oscillations of the vibratory feeder ( , , , , , ) in a reduced manner into the base () , characterized in that means are provided which , during operation of the vibratory feeder ( , , , , ) , suppress a deviation of the vertical component of the vibrational movement of the front end () of the feeding element from that of the rear end ().214. The vibratory feeder according to claim 1 , wherein the means for suppressing the deviation are configured to suppress during operation a tilting movement of the feeder element in a vertical plane lying in the feeding direction ().3330406090100835. The vibratory feeder according to claim 1 , wherein the means for suppressing the deviation comprise a bearing arrangement () which supports the vibratory feeder ( claim 1 , claim 1 , claim 1 , claim 1 , ) for a positively guided claim 1 , substantially translational movement in the direction of the ...

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Номер записи: 82
19-04-2018 дата публикации

RAPID SWITCHING DUAL PROPPANT DELIVERY SYSTEM

Номер: US20180105375A1
Автор: Hunter Tim H., Lewis Bryan John, Lucas Bryan Chapman, Schaffner Austin Carl, Stegemoeller Calvin L., Surjaatmadja Jim Basuki
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In accordance with presently disclosed embodiments, systems and methods for using containers, instead of pneumatic transfer, to move bulk material from a transportation unit to a blender receptacle (e.g., hopper or mixer of a blender) are provided. A transportation unit may deliver multiple containers of bulk material to the well site, where multiple conveyors may deliver the containers to a location proximate the blender receptacle. Openings at the bottom of the containers are arranged adjacent one another so that the load of two containers may be delivered to the tight space occupied by the blender receptacle. Since the transportation unit is able to unload the containers of bulk material without pneumatic transfer, the containers may enable a cleaner and more efficient bulk material transfer at the site. 1. A system , comprising:a blender receptacle associated with a blender;a first conveyor, the first conveyor having an opening disposed over the blender receptacle;a second conveyor, the second conveyor being disposed parallel to the first conveyor and having an opening disposed over the blender receptacle;a first container holding bulk material, the first container supported on the first conveyor over the blender receptacle and having an opening for dispensing bulk material into the blender receptacle, the opening of the first container being aligned with the opening in the first conveyor;a second container holding bulk material, the second container supported on the second conveyor over the blender receptacle and having an opening for dispensing bulk material into the blender receptacle, the opening of the second container being aligned with the opening in the second conveyor;wherein the openings in the first and second container are disposed adjacent one another.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the opening of the first container is disposed at one side of a bottom surface of the first container claim 1 , and wherein the opening of the second container is ...

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Номер записи: 83
29-04-2021 дата публикации

Large-span bulk material conveying system

Номер: US20210122573A1
Автор: Juan Huang, Lairong YIin, Le Xiao, Lin Hu, Long Huang, Peng Xu, Shuo CAI, Yang Liu
Принадлежит: CHANGSHA UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

Disclosed a large-span bulk material conveying system, including a folding arm conveyor and a dike-striding elevation-type feeding conveying device. The folding arm conveyor is mainly composed of an undercarriage mounted on the ground of a stockyard, a tower body mounted on the undercarriage and provided with a gyration apparatus and a hopper, a balance arm provided with a balance trolley, a conveying arm provided with a portal frame I, a portal frame II and an unloading trolley, a tower top and other main components, wherein the balance arm, the conveying arm and the tower top are mounted on the tower body. The folding arm conveyor can rotate horizontally, and the conveying arm can be folded and retracted by controlling the wire rope by the windlass, so that the folding arm conveyor can be prevented from colliding with other devices or buildings during the rotation.

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Номер записи: 84
29-04-2021 дата публикации

CONVEYING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PNEUMATICALLY CONVEYING PLASTIC GRANULATE

Номер: US20210122587A1
Автор: DÜRR Michael, STARK Bernhard, Vögele Thomas
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A conveying system for pneumatically conveying plastic granulate comprises a feed location, at which the plastic granulate is fed into a conveying line by pressurized conveying gas, a target location, in conveying connection with the feed location, for moisture contained in the conveying gas, and a condensation tempering unit, which is arranged along a section or sections of the conveying line, for making the conveying line such temperature to at least partial condensation of moisture contained in the conveying gas to form a sliding film on an internal wall of the conveying line. 2. The conveying system according to claim 1 , wherein the conveying line at least one of is embodied without the condensation tempering unit along a target section adjacent to the target location and has an evaporation tempering unit for making the conveying line in the target section such temperature to avoid condensate on the internal wall of the conveying line.3. The conveying system according to claim 2 , wherein the target section has a target section length (l) such that a conveying pressure difference (Δp) along the target section is at most 30% of a total conveying pressure (p).4. The conveying system according to claim 1 , wherein the condensation tempering unit has at least one passive element.5. The conveying system according to claim 4 , wherein the at least one passive element is embodied as at least one of a shading element claim 4 , as a passive cooling element and as a thermal insulating element.6. The conveying system according to claim 1 , wherein the condensation tempering unit has at least one active element.7. The conveying system according to claim 6 , wherein the at least one active element is embodied as at least one of an active heating element and as an active cooling element.8. The conveying system according to claim 1 , comprising a control unit for controlling the temperature (T) at the internal wall of the conveying line for the formation of a sliding film.9. ...

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Номер записи: 85
20-04-2017 дата публикации

SPREADER FOR SPREADING GRANULAR MATERIAL AND METHOD OF SPREADING GRANULAR MATERIAL

Номер: US20170107680A1
Автор: Gamble, II Robert N., Wendorff Terry C.
Принадлежит: Sno-Way International, Inc.

In one embodiment, a hopper spreader apparatus for spreading granular material is provided. The hopper spreader apparatus includes a hopper, a spreading unit, and a dispensing unit. The hopper has a storage cavity for storing the granular material to be spread. The spreading unit spreads the granular material. The dispensing system transports the granular material from the hopper to the spreading unit. The dispensing system includes a conveying unit and a rotating first roll. The conveying unit conveys the granular material toward the spreading unit. The rotating first roll controls a flow of granular material from the hopper to the conveying unit. The use of the rotating roll allows for control of high flow material (such as for example dry salt) while allowing for improved collapse and break-up of low flow material (such as for example wetted sand). 1. A hopper spreader apparatus for spreading granular material comprising:a hopper having a storage cavity for storing the granular material to be spread;a spreading unit for spreading the granular material; a conveying unit for conveying granular material toward the spreading unit;', 'a rotating first roll controlling a flow of granular material from the hopper to the conveying unit., 'a dispensing system positioned to transport granular material from the hopper to the spreading unit, the dispensing system including2. The spreader of claim 1 , wherein the first roll is positioned at least partially gravitationally above the conveying unit.3. The hopper spreader apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the conveying unit is located within a trough region defining a mouth claim 1 , the mouth opening towards the storage cavity of the hopper and through which granular material within the hopper enters into the trough region claim 1 , the first roll is positioned adjacent the mouth limiting the flow of granular material from the hopper into the trough region through the mouth claim 1 , the first roll carrying the granular material ...

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Номер записи: 86
02-04-2020 дата публикации

CELLULAR WHEEL SLUICE FOR GRANULATE BULK PRODUCT

Номер: US20200102159A1
Автор: Adomeit Holger, Walter Michael, Zinser Bruno
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A cellular wheel sluice for granulate bulk product has a housing in which a cellular wheel is rotatably mounted, wherein the housing has an inlet duct for the bulk product, wherein at least two raised granulate roofs are arranged at the inlet duct, wherein a granulate groove is arranged respectively at the transition between two granulate roofs and/or at the transition between one granulate roof and an inlet edge, wherein two granulate grooves in each case run together at an intersection point in the rotation direction of the cellular wheel. 124214193214232435193219322225232435264. A cellular wheel sluice for granulate bulk product , with a housing () in which a cellular wheel () is rotatably mounted , wherein the housing () has an inlet duct () for the bulk product , wherein at least two raised granulate roofs (; ) are arranged at the inlet duct () , wherein a granulate groove ( , ; ) is arranged respectively at least one of at the transition between two granulate roofs (; ) and at the transition between one granulate roof (; ) and an inlet edge ( , ) , wherein two granulate grooves ( , ; ) in each case run together at an intersection point () in the rotation direction of the cellular wheel ().223243574. The cellular wheel sluice according to claim 1 , wherein a displacement angle (α) enclosed between the granulate groove ( claim 1 , ; ) and a cellular wheel web () is constant at least in portions irrespective of the rotary position of the cellular wheel ().3232435784. The Cellular wheel sluice according to claim 1 , wherein a displacement angle (α) enclosed between the granulate groove ( claim 1 , ; ) and a cellular wheel web () increases at least in portions in the rotation direction () of the cellular wheel ().4. The cellular wheel sluice according to claim 1 , wherein for the displacement angle (α): 30°≤α≤90°.5232435. The cellular wheel sluice according to claim 1 , wherein the granulate groove ( claim 1 , ; ) has a constant cross-sectional area along the ...

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Номер записи: 87
26-04-2018 дата публикации

BRAKE SYSTEM FOR CONVEYOR TAKE-UP MECHANISM

Номер: US20180111763A1
Автор: Croker Matthew John, de Lore Andrew P.
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A tensioning mechanism for a conveyor system includes a support structure, a first carriage, a second carriage, and a brake mechanism. The first carriage is positioned proximate a first end of the support structure and is supported for movement relative to the support structure. The first carriage includes first rolls for receiving the belt such that movement of the first carriage modifies a tension in the belt. The second carriage is supported for movement relative to the support structure and includes second rolls and at least one return pulley. The second rolls are configured to support a portion of the belt extending between the first carriage and the second carriage. The brake mechanism is positioned proximate a second end of the support structure and includes a brake pulley and a brake selectively retarding rotation of the brake pulley. The brake pulley supports a portion of the belt extending between the brake mechanism and the return pulley. 1. A braking device for a conveyor system , the conveyor system including a continuous belt driven in a direction of travel , the braking device comprising:a carriage supported for movement in a direction parallel to the direction of travel of the belt, the carriage including a plurality of rolls and at least one return pulley, the plurality of rolls configured to support a portion of the belt;a brake pulley configured to support a portion of the belt extending from the return pulley; anda brake selectively retarding rotation of the brake pulley.2. The braking device of claim 1 , wherein the brake pulley is a first brake pulley and the brake is a first brake claim 1 , wherein the braking device further includes a second brake pulley and a second brake for selectively retarding rotation of the second brake pulley claim 1 , the first brake pulley and the second brake pulley configured to support a portion of the belt claim 1 , wherein the belt passes around the first brake pulley claim 1 , then passes around the return ...

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Номер записи: 88
26-04-2018 дата публикации

OSCILLATORY FEEDER

Номер: US20180111764A1
Автор: Geertsen Robert J.
Принадлежит: REC SILICON INC

An oscillatory feeder operable to convey a flowable solid material has a tubular body and a displaceable body segment. The tubular body has at least one first end, at least one second end opposite the first end and a displaceable body segment between the first and second ends. The displaceable body segment has a first fixable location positionable at a first fixed location and a second fixable location positionable at a second fixed location. The actuator is attached to the displaceable body segment and controllable to cause selected displacement of the body segment and attached actuator and corresponding selected flow of solid material within the displaceable body segment in a feed direction extending generally from the first end to the second end. 1. An oscillatory feeder operable to convey a flowable solid material , comprising:a tubular body having at least one first end, at least one second end opposite the first end and a displaceable body segment between the first and second ends and defining a feed direction extending generally from the first end to the second end;the displaceable body segment having a first fixable location positionable at a first fixed location and a second fixable location positionable at a second fixed location, the displaceable body segment when installed having defined therein a repose section configured to support accumulated solids at an angle of repose of the solids and to reduce movement of material in the feed direction when the displaceable body segment is at rest;an actuator attached to the displaceable body segment and controllable to cause selected displacement of the body segment and attached actuator and corresponding selected flow of solid material within the displaceable body segment from a state of repose within the repose section in the feed direction.2. The oscillatory feeder of claim 1 , wherein the first fixable location of the displaceable body segment is positionable at a first elevation claim 1 , and wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 89
09-06-2022 дата публикации

HOT MELT ADHESIVE DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM

Номер: US20220177235A1
Автор: Ganzer Charles P., Ramosevac Enes
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A distribution system for storing and conveying a supply of material is described. The distribution system includes a bin for storing and conveying a supply of material. The bin includes a housing defining an internal chamber configured to receive the material, at least one outlet configured to direct the material from the bin, a plate defining a lower end of the internal chamber and supporting and directing the material to the at least one outlet, an agitation device attached to the plate, and a gasket disposed between the plate and the housing. 1. A bin for storing and conveying a supply of material , the bin comprising:a housing defining an internal chamber configured to receive the material;at least one outlet configured to direct the material from the bin;a plate defining a lower end of the internal chamber and configured to support the material and direct the material to the at least one outlet;an agitation device attached to the plate, wherein the agitation device is configured to transfer force to the plate such that the plate agitates the material within the internal chamber; anda gate attached to the lower end of the internal chamber so as to define a gap between the gate and a conveyor configured to allow the material to pass through, wherein the gate is movable relative to the conveyor so as to adjust a size of the gap.2. The bin of claim 1 , further comprising:at least one bumper attached to a bottom surface of the plate, wherein the at least one bumper is configured to prevent the plate from transferring force to other components of the bin.3. The bin of claim 1 , further comprising:a flow control plate attached to the housing, wherein a gap is defined between the flow control plate and the plate.4. The bin of claim 3 , further comprising:a level sensor attached to the plate, wherein the level sensor is configured to detect a level of the material within the internal chamber.5. The bin of claim 3 , further comprising:at least one pin attached to the ...

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Номер записи: 90
27-04-2017 дата публикации

Road Salt Drop Spreader

Номер: US20170114512A1
Автор: Broege Christopher A.
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Apparatus and associated systems relate to a vehicle-mounted drop spreader for efficiently dispensing particulate material, such as road salt, within an area having pedestrian or vehicular traffic. In an illustrative example, the drop spreader, includes a hopper filled with road salt that may be easily and quickly secured to the back of a an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) or construction vehicle. The drop spreader includes an agitator driven by a variable speed motor to direct the road salt from the hopper to the ground through holes in a sidewall of the hopper. In various implementations, a baffle is provided at the base of the hopper which eliminates the need for an auger to move salt within the hopper and for gates to stop the delivery of road salt. 1. A drop spreader for dispensing aggregate material onto a surface , the drop spreader comprising:a mounting assembly for attaching the drop spreader to a vehicle;a hopper for holding aggregate material;a dispensing arrangement in communication with the hopper;a barrier disposed between the hopper and the dispensing arrangement; the barrier configured to support the aggregate material within the hopper; anda first opening for receiving the aggregate material into the hopper and a second opening for transferring the aggregate material from the hopper into a dispensing arrangement;wherein the dispensing arrangement includes an agitator having a transversely extending shaft; wherein the spreader includes a third opening for discharging the aggregate material from the spreader; and wherein, when the agitator is actuated, the aggregate material is transferred from the hopper into the dispensing arrangement and towards the third discharge opening.2. The drop spreader of claim 1 , further comprising an actuator to drive the agitator.3. The drop spreader of claim 2 , wherein the actuator is an electric motor connected to a shaft of the agitator.4. The drop spreader of claim 3 , wherein the electric motor is a gear reduction motor ...

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Номер записи: 91
13-05-2021 дата публикации

TRAJECTORY CONTROL OF DISCHARGE CONVEYOR

Номер: US20210139245A1
Автор: Hirman Colton J.
Принадлежит: Caterpillar Paving Products Inc.

In accordance with one aspect of the present disclose, a conveyor system for a cold planer is provided. The convey system may have a first conveyor, a second conveyor, a folding mechanism, and a belt tensioner. The second conveyor may have a first and a second conveyor sections, and the second conveyor section is vertically movable relative to the first conveyor section by the folding mechanism from a folded to an unfolded position, and while in the unfolded position. 1. A conveyor system for a cold planer , comprising:a first conveyor,a second conveyor configured to convey a milled material from the first conveyor to a discharge location, the second conveyor including a first conveyor section, a second conveyor section, and a conveyor belt adapted to rotate around the first conveyor section and the second conveyor section;a folding mechanism including a pivoted connection between the first conveyor section and the second conveyor section, the folding mechanism configured to provide vertical movement to rotate the second conveyor section around an axis of the pivoted connection from a folded position to an unfolded position, and provide vertical movement to the second conveyor section around the axis of the pivoted connection in the unfolded position during an operating state of the cold planer; anda control system configured to automatically adjust a conveying angle of the second conveyor section relative to the first conveyor section.2. The conveyor system of claim 1 , in which the control system is configured to receive a signal from an operator control and is further configured to provide automatic adjustment of the conveying angle through movement of the second conveyor section in the unfolded position in response to the signal.3. The conveyor system of claim 2 , in which in a home position claim 2 , the second conveyor section has a conveyor angle that is between 8 to 15 degrees lower than the first conveyor section.4. The conveyor system of claim 3 , in which ...

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Номер записи: 92
04-05-2017 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR AIR CART PRESSURIZATION MONITORING

Номер: US20170121130A1
Автор: Bent Ethan Curtis Stephen, Erker Gregory Jacob, McKnight Benjamin Douglas, Rapley Anthony Charles, Thompson Dennis George
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In one embodiment, a pneumatic distribution system configured to distribute a granular product to an agricultural implement includes a first pressure sensor, a second pressure sensor, and a controller. The first pressure sensor is configured to be fluidly coupled to a storage tank configured to store the granular product and positioned upstream of the meter roller. The first pressure sensor is configured to output a first signal indicative of a first static pressure in the storage tank. The second pressure sensor is configured to be fluidly coupled to a component of the pneumatic distribution system, downstream of the meter roller. The second pressure sensor is configured to output a second signal indicative of a second static pressure downstream of the meter roller. The controller is communicatively coupled to the first pressure sensor and to the second pressure sensor. The controller is configured to determine a pressure differential, wherein the pressure differential is the difference between the first static pressure and the second static pressure. The controller may also be configured to generate a first warning when the first static pressure is below a threshold value and output the first warning to an operator interface, generate a second warning when the pressure differential is below a desired range and output the second warning to the operator interface, and generate a third warning when the pressure differential is above the desired range and output the third warning to the operator interface. 1. A pneumatic distribution system configured to distribute a granular product to an agricultural implement , wherein the pneumatic distribution system comprises:a first pressure sensor configured to be fluidly coupled to a storage tank configured to store the granular product and positioned upstream of the meter roller, wherein the first pressure sensor is configured to output a first signal indicative of a first static pressure in the storage tank;a second ...

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Номер записи: 93
25-08-2022 дата публикации

Mobile machine for handling aggregate material having a movable component carrier above a conveyor line

Номер: US20220267099A1
Автор: Emil Scheurer, Lars Rudolph
Принадлежит: Kleemann GmbH

A mobile machine for conveying and/or processing mineral aggregate material, includes a machine frame and a conveyor module supported on the machine frame so as to be displaceable relative to the latter. A conveyor line runs along a virtual conveyor path (FB), the conveyor module being designed at least for conveying the aggregate material along the conveyor path on the conveyor line. A component carrier in a working state of the machine runs in an elevation direction (H) at a distance from the conveyor line crosswise with respect to the conveyor path above the conveyor line. The component carrier supports at least one functional module which interacts with the aggregate material conveyed on the conveyor line. The conveyor module is displaceable relative to the machine frame with a displacement component in the elevation direction. The component carrier is movable both relative to the conveyor module and the machine frame.

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Номер записи: 94
27-05-2021 дата публикации

Filling system for a container for solid particles

Номер: US20210155423A1
Автор: Bernard Poussin, Guillaume Poussin
Принадлежит: Crealyst Group SAS

The invention relates to a filling system (1) for a container for storing solid particles, comprising a distribution device (5) for solid particles for receiving and selectively distributing the solid particles towards a dispensing device (7), and comprising at least one divider element (11), the dispensing device (7) comprising at least one scattering element (13) for homogeneously filling the container with solid particles, the divider element (11) being rotatably mounted about an axis substantially parallel to the direction of flow of the stream of solid particles in order to allocate any defect in the flow of the solid particles in the distribution device (5).

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Номер записи: 95
12-05-2016 дата публикации

Portable Material Delivery Apparatus

Номер: US20160129823A1
Автор: II James William Millsaps
Принадлежит: Individual

A portable material delivery apparatus for transporting and depositing a flowable material at a deposit site, including a vehicle and a hopper mounted on the vehicle for holding the material and having a lower opening for releasing the material. First and second circulating conveyors move the material released from the hopper to the deposit site. The first conveyor is fixed beneath the hopper. The second conveyor is vertically tiltable and laterally rotatable relative to the first conveyor. The apparatus includes a control station with an operator platform and controls for controlling the conveyors. The control station is mounted to and is movable with the second conveyor as it tilts and rotates. The control station is positioned such that a single operator standing on the operator platform can operate the controls while directly observing the material moving on the second conveyor and being ejected toward the deposit site.

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Номер записи: 96
10-05-2018 дата публикации

RAIL TRANSPORT DUMP LOOP SYSTEM FOR CONVEYING BULK MATERIALS

Номер: US20180127003A1
Автор: FANTIN PATRICK WALTER JOSEPH, FISK JAMES EVERRETT, HELLBERG ESKO JOHANNES, MCCALL WILLIAM JOHN, NIEMEYER DAVID WILHELM, REAY CURTIS RON, ZANETTI ERIC BENJAMIN ALEXANDER
Принадлежит: RAIL-VEYOR TECHNOLOGIES GLOBAL INC.

The present invention generally relates to a rail transport system having no internal drive, and in particular to an improved rail transport system for conveying bulk materials. The rail transport system includes improvements in functionality, manufacturability and/or modularity and, therefore, can result in a reduction in system component costs, manpower and/or implementation. The rail transport system includes a dump loop and components thereof for enabling unloading of the rail cars in a predetermined location. The components thereof may be designed to be modular to allow for ease of manufacture and installation of the dump loop. The components may be prefabricated for later use on site. 1. A rail section component for a dump loop in a train system , the rail section component comprising:a set of parallel rails for guiding the cars of a train thereupon;one or more bracers spanning the parallel rails for reinforcing, supporting or maintaining the spacing and/or shape of the parallel rails, the one or more bracers shaped to accommodate the cars of the train when travelling upon the rails in an upright or inverted orientation.2. The rail section component of claim 1 , wherein the rail section component is a dump loop section component and the set of parallel rails are inner rails and have an annular curve to form at least a partial loop claim 1 , wherein the dump loop section component further comprises:a set of parallel outer rails having a corresponding annular curve to form at least a partial loop, the set of parallel outer rails spaced from the parallel inner rails to accommodate the wheel of the cars of the train therebetween,wherein the dump loop section component has a dump loop section angle defined by the angular difference between the angle of entrance into the dump loop section component and the angle of exit from the dump loop section component; andwherein the dump loop section component has a dump loop section angle sufficient to at least partially ...

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Номер записи: 97
10-05-2018 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR TRANSFERRING GRANULAR MATERIAL

Номер: US20180127221A1
Автор: Mintz Michael, Wheaton Ron
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Embodiments described herein include systems and methods for safely and efficiently transferring granular material from a container. An example system can include a container for transporting granular material that includes a valve positioned to discharge the granular material from the container. The system can also include a frame shaped to receive and support the container. The system can further include an actuator mounted to the frame and oriented such that actuation of the actuator causes the valve of the container to be opened. Finally, the system can include a conveyor positioned to receive granular material from the container when the valve of the container is opened. 1. A method of transferring granular material , comprising:positioning a container for transporting granular material on a transport vehicle, wherein the container includes a slidable valve, and wherein the transport vehicle includes a frame associated with the transport vehicle;accessing the slidable valve via an actuator, wherein the actuator is mounted to the frame associated with the transport vehicle; andas a result of accessing the slidable valve, causing the granular material to exit the container onto a conveyor.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the actuator is a pair of actuators that are calibrated to one another.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising installing a structural member on the transport vehicle claim 1 , wherein the frame comprises the structural member.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the actuator is at least one of: a machine-screw actuator claim 3 , ball-screw actuator claim 3 , electric actuator claim 3 , pneumatic actuator claim 3 , and hydraulic actuator.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein accessing the slidable valve comprises displacing a spring-loaded disk along a shaft having an axis oriented perpendicular to a base of the container.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the actuator is coupled to a member claim 1 , and wherein the member is rotatably ...

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Номер записи: 98
10-05-2018 дата публикации

CONTROL SYSTEM FOR COLD PLANER AND APPARATUS AND METHOD THEREOF

Номер: US20180127930A1
Автор: Engelmann Eric S., HOGAN Lee M., KOENEN Paul J., Lindholm Tim J., Mashek Nathan L.
Принадлежит: Caterpillar Paving Products Inc.

A control system, apparatus, and method for controlling operations of a milling machine are described. Data corresponding to a ventilation mode and a conveyor delay amount set by an operator of the milling machine is stored in memory. Control of transition of operation of the milling machine from a milling mode to a standby mode is according to a first predetermined sequence of operations responsive to a first input at a control panel of the milling machine. Further, control of transition of operation of the milling machine from the standby mode to the milling mode is according to a second predetermined sequence of operations, which is in reverse order relative to the first predetermined sequence of operations, in response to the first input at the control panel. 1. A cold planer comprising:a frame including an operator area having a control panel with a first operator control interface and a second operator control interface;a plurality of movable engagement members connected to the frame configured to engage an underlying surface to propel the cold planer forward and backward;a milling system, supported by the frame, that includes a milling drum and a plurality of cutting tools disposed circumferentially around the milling drum, the milling system configured to conduct a milling operation to mill a road surface;an engine configured to supply power to the plurality of movable engagement members and the milling system;a conveyor system including at least one conveyor belt and at least one drive motor configured to collect particles of road material resulting from the milling operation of the milling system, transport the particles of road material toward a discharge location of the cold planer, and discharge the particles of road material from the discharge location toward a deposit location distinct from the cold planer;a ventilation system configured to provide ventilation for byproducts of the milling operation of the milling system; anda controller configured to ...

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Номер записи: 99
10-05-2018 дата публикации

DRIVE ARRANGEMENT FOR BELT, MOBILE HAULAGE ARRANGEMENT AND METHOD

Номер: US20180128104A1
Автор: DAMPFHOFER Stefan, RIEGER Hubert
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The disclosure relates to a drive arrangement for driving a belt of an enclosed belt conveyor. The disclosure further relates to a mobile haulage arrangement for continuously conveying fragmented material in a conveying direction and to a method for driving a mobile haulage arrangement. The drive arrangement for driving a belt of an enclosed belt conveyor include a conveyor drive assembly arranged to drive the belt of the conveyor run in the conveying direction, and a return drive assembly arranged to drive the belt of the return run in an opposite direction. 1. A drive arrangement for driving a belt of an enclosed belt conveyor , comprising:a conveyor drive assembly arranged to drive the belt of the conveyor run in the conveying direction, anda return drive assembly arranged to drive the belt of the return run in an opposite direction.2. The drive arrangement according to claim 1 , wherein the conveyor drive assembly includes a conveyor run drive roller in friction connection with at least one of two opposite longitudinal edges of the belt of the conveyor run driven by a conveyor drive unit claim 1 , and the return drive assembly including a return run drive roller in friction connection with at least one of the two opposite longitudinal edges of the belt of the return run driven by a return drive unit.3. The drive arrangement according to claim 1 , wherein the conveyor drive assembly includes two conveyor run drive rollers in friction connection with the two opposite longitudinal edges of the belt of the conveyor run driven by a common conveyor drive unit or by two separate conveyor drive units claim 1 , and the return drive assembly including two return run drive rollers in friction connection with the two opposite longitudinal edges of the belt of the return run driven by a common return drive unit or by two separate return drive units.4. The drive arrangement according to claim 1 , further comprising at least one guide assembly arranged upstream or downstream ...

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Номер записи: 100