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US3659441A
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Apparatus for batch dyeing
Assignee: Bruckner Apparatebau Michelstadt GmbH
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Filing: 1970-12-15
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Granted: 1972-05-02
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Expires: 1990-12-15
Abstract
Abstract A dyeing chamber has a fluid-tight cover in its front wall, and has a drive shaft extending through a fluid-tight seal in its rear wall. A fitting on the end of the drive shaft is adapted to be coupled selectively with any one of a variety of goodscarrying members, for rotating such member in the chamber.
Inventors
- 👤 Manfred Schulerer
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 11:51
CPC Classifications
D; D06; D06B; D06B5/00; D06B5/12; D06B23/00; D06B23/10
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 12
Claim 1
Independent Claim
70 words
An apparatus for batch dyeing of various forms of textile materials, comprising a dyeing chamber having a fluid-tight cover in its front wall, and having a drive shaft extending through a fluid-tight seal in its rear wall and a fitting on the end of the drive shaft which is adapted to be coupled selectively with any one of a variety of goods-carrying members, for rotating such member in the chamber.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
70 words
An apparatus for batch dyeing of various forms of textile materials, comprising a dyeing chamber having a fluid-tight cover in its front wall, and having a drive shaft extending through a fluid-tight seal in its rear wall and a fitting on the end of the drive shaft which is adapted to be coupled selectively with any one of a variety of goods-carrying members, for rotating such member in the chamber.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
37 words
An apparatus according to claim 1, comprising a pair of bearing supports which are adapted to mount a goods-carrying member at its two ends for rotation in the chamber, and which are axially movable in the chamber.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
15 words
An apparatus acCording to claim 2 wherein each bearing support is divided into two parts.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
30 words
An apparatus according to claim 2 wherein at least one fluid pressure-operated piston cooperates with a bearing support to fix the axial position of a goods-carrying member in the chamber.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
27 words
An apparatus according to claim 1 wherein the fitting on the end of the drive shaft is adapted to support a goods-carrying member in an overhanging position.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
16 words
An apparatus according to claim 1, comprising a goods-carrying member in the form of an arbor.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
20 words
An apparatus according to claim 1, comprising a horizontal goods-carrying member which is adapted to hold a spool or skein.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
28 words
An apparatus according to claim 1, comprising a goods-carrying member in the form of a drum which has a perforated periphery and is provided with a longitudinal rib.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
17 words
An apparatus according to claim 1, comprising a goods-carrying member in the form of a flock container.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
20 words
An apparatus according to claim 1, comprising a goods-carrying member in the form of a perforated housing having end flanges.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
59 words
An apparatus according to claim 1, comprising a pump for supplying dye liquor to the chamber, a recirculating system connected to the chamber, having apparatus for heating and cooling the liquor, a dye liquor storage vessel and a dye preparation vessel connected to the pump and apparatus for passing hot air through the chamber to dry the dyed goods.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1975-05-02 | 1975-11-01 | 1976-05-02 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-05-02 | 1979-11-01 | 1980-05-02 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-05-02 | 1983-11-01 | 1984-05-02 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |