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Kiln floor system
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1982-12-01
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Granted: 1984-05-08
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Expires: 2002-12-01
Abstract
Abstract A kiln floor system having a plurality of sequentially operated, pivotally mounted trays capable of dumping a load of grain in a minimum of time. Typical field trays of the floor are coupled in pairs to a single air cylinder for economy of operation. The gear rack associated with the turning machine is independently adjustable to insure alignment of the gear rack. The floor includes stringer gage members to insure proper installation and alignment of the stringers. A wall panel is provided for updated restoration and automation of existing kiln floors.
Inventors
- 👤 Norman H. Andreasen
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 02:02
CPC Classifications
F; F16; F16H; F16H19/00; F16H19/02; F16H19/04; B; B65; B65D; B65D90/00; B65D90/54; B65D90/64; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T74/00; Y10T74/19; Y10T74/1956; Y10T74/19565; Y10T74/19642; Y10T74/1967
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
173 words
In a gear rack system for engaging at least one pinion of a turning machine associated with a kiln floor comprising a plurality of gear rack sections adapted to be coupled to an adjoining wall above the kiln floor, attachment means coupled to said gear rack for support thereof on the adjoining wall, said attachment means including a wear bar, adjustment means attached to said wear bar to permit selected vertical movement of said gear rack sections relative to each other, said adjustment means having a respective camming member affixed to the bottom portion of each of said gear sections, a sloped slot formed in each of said camming members, a corresponding opening in said gear rack being alignable with said sloped slot, elongated members extending through said sloped slots and said openings for attachment to said wear bar, and said elongated members having means to affix each of said gear sections in a fixed position and to release each gear section independently for adjustment of each gear section relative to the other.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
173 words
In a gear rack system for engaging at least one pinion of a turning machine associated with a kiln floor comprising a plurality of gear rack sections adapted to be coupled to an adjoining wall above the kiln floor, attachment means coupled to said gear rack for support thereof on the adjoining wall, said attachment means including a wear bar, adjustment means attached to said wear bar to permit selected vertical movement of said gear rack sections relative to each other, said adjustment means having a respective camming member affixed to the bottom portion of each of said gear sections, a sloped slot formed in each of said camming members, a corresponding opening in said gear rack being alignable with said sloped slot, elongated members extending through said sloped slots and said openings for attachment to said wear bar, and said elongated members having means to affix each of said gear sections in a fixed position and to release each gear section independently for adjustment of each gear section relative to the other.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
18 words
The gear rack system according to claim 1 wherein said elongated members are a plurality of bolt assemblies.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
23 words
The gear rack system according to claim 1 wherein said camming members include a lower surface in contact with said gear rack sections.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
29 words
The gear rack system according to claim 1 wherein the upper edge of said sloped slot includes a plurality of curved sections to selectively contact said respective bolt assembly.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
22 words
The gear rack system according to claim 4 wherein said bolt assembly extends through an oblong hole in said gear rack section.
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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) | 1987-05-08 | 1987-11-07 | 1988-05-08 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1991-05-08 | 1991-11-07 | 1992-05-08 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1995-05-08 | 1995-11-07 | 1996-05-08 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |