US3586178A
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Handling fiber packages
Assignee: PPG Industries Inc
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Filing: 1969-03-06
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Granted: 1971-06-22
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Expires: 1989-03-06
Abstract
Abstract A crane movable along selected paths and with platforms is used to pull up storage racks on which are stored tubular fiber packages and to convey the racks to twist frames for loading with the packages. The platforms are movable vertically, adjustably and independently to positions for use of handling the packages from the storage rack to the twist frame spindles.
Inventors
- 👤 George B Zurheide
- 👤 Frank E Harvey
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 08:27
CPC Classifications
B; B65; B65G; B65G1/00; B65G1/02; B65G1/04; B65G1/10
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
85 words
In combination, a plurality of separable storage racks for tubular packages, stacked one above the other, and each having a pair of ends, a pair of vertically spaced longitudinal members disposed one above the other, joined to the ends and spacing the ends from one another, each with package holders extending outwardly from both sides thereof, said package holders being staggered relative to one another along each side, and means connected to each said rack to register each said rack with another rack stacked thereabove.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
85 words
In combination, a plurality of separable storage racks for tubular packages, stacked one above the other, and each having a pair of ends, a pair of vertically spaced longitudinal members disposed one above the other, joined to the ends and spacing the ends from one another, each with package holders extending outwardly from both sides thereof, said package holders being staggered relative to one another along each side, and means connected to each said rack to register each said rack with another rack stacked thereabove.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
56 words
The combination of claim 1 wherein said registering means comprises a conical member upstanding at each end and connected to a longitudinal member and a tubular member in line with and beneath said conical member and each connected to an end, said conical members being arranged for registry with tubular members on another rack stacked thereabove.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
27 words
The combination of claim 1 wherein each storage rack includes means connected at least to a longitudinal member such that each rack can be lifted and transported.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-06-21 | 1974-12-21 | 1975-06-22 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-06-21 | 1978-12-21 | 1979-06-22 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-06-21 | 1982-12-21 | 1983-06-22 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |