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Apparatus for applying foam coating to preformed pipe
Assignee: JOYCE WESTERN CORP
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Filing: 1974-01-30
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Granted: 1976-03-02
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Expires: 1994-01-30
Abstract
Abstract A foamable synthetic plastic composition such as a polyurethane is foamed in place around a pipe within a tubular former disposed concentrically about the pipe while the former moves longitudinally along the pipe. Conditions are regulated to form an external skin on the foam. A hot melt glue or similar composition is applied as an outer sealer onto the foam within the tubular former. Preferably a spiral wrapping of polyethylene film or the like is applied while the sealer is still hot and adhesive, and an aluminum jacket may be applied on top of the spiral wrapping.
Inventors
- 👤 William D. Parker
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-09 02:03
CPC Classifications
F; F16; F16L; F16L57/00; B; B29; B29C; B29C44/00; B29C44/20; B29C44/32; B29C44/322; B29C44/324; F16L59/00; F16L59/04; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S118/00; Y10S118/11
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 11
Claim 1
Independent Claim
114 words
Apparatus for coating a preformed pipe, comprising a rigid tubular sleeve adapted to be positioned around a pipe with an annular gap between the pipe and the inner wall of said sleeve, support means for said sleeve, drive means connected to said support means for moving said sleeve longitudinally relative to said pipe, means separate from said drive means for supplying a foamable composition to fill the gap between the pipe and said sleeve as said sleeve moves along said pipe and means cooperating with the inner wall of said sleeve to apply a layer of a sealant to the external surface of foam produced from said foam forming composition while within said sleeve.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
114 words
Apparatus for coating a preformed pipe, comprising a rigid tubular sleeve adapted to be positioned around a pipe with an annular gap between the pipe and the inner wall of said sleeve, support means for said sleeve, drive means connected to said support means for moving said sleeve longitudinally relative to said pipe, means separate from said drive means for supplying a foamable composition to fill the gap between the pipe and said sleeve as said sleeve moves along said pipe and means cooperating with the inner wall of said sleeve to apply a layer of a sealant to the external surface of foam produced from said foam forming composition while within said sleeve.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
13 words
Apparatus according to claim 1, further comprising heating means to heat said sleeve.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
30 words
Apparatus according to claim 1, wherein said means to supply said foam forming composition comprise a plurality of discharge ducts disposed within the gap between the pipe and said sleeve.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
54 words
Apparatus according to claim 1, wherein said means for supplying said sealant comprise a flexible baffle having a free edge adjacent the inner surface of said sleeve which is deflectable to enable sealant to flow out between said free edge and said inner surface of said sleeve onto the external surface of said foam.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
33 words
Apparatus according to claim 1, wherein said support means comprise a vertical plate attached to one end of said sleeve, said plate being provided with an opening for the pipe to pass therethrough.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
18 words
Apparatus according to claim 5, wherein said drive means comprise a wheeled carriage disposed concentrically about the pipe.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
32 words
Apparatus according to claim 1, wherein said sleeve has a diameter such that said gap has a width approximately corresponding to the thickness of the foam layer desired in the end product.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
23 words
Apparatus according to claim 1, wherein said means for supplying a foamable composition comprises at least one discharge duct discharging into said gap.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
24 words
Apparatus according to claim 8, wherein said discharge duct projects through a flexible baffle comprising said means to apply a layer of a sealant.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
34 words
Apparatus according to claim 1, further comprising a non-stick coating provided on the inner surface of said sleeve, and means to supply sufficient sealant to form a distinct outer layer on the foam layer.
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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) | 1979-03-02 | 1979-09-01 | 1980-03-02 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-03-02 | 1983-09-01 | 1984-03-02 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-03-02 | 1987-09-01 | 1988-03-02 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |