PHILIP EARL CARR
Engineers in Clearfield, PA
License number
Pennsylvania PE046211E
Category
Engineers
Type
Professional Engineer
Address
Address
Clearfield, PA 16830
Professional information
Plastics Compactor For Mobile Equipment
US Patent:
5330307, Jul 19, 1994
Filed:
Feb 12, 1993
Appl. No.:
8/016941
Inventors:
Kent Spiers - Caledonia MS
Philip E. Carr - Clearfield PA
Philip E. Carr - Clearfield PA
Assignee:
Marathon Equipment Company - Vernon AL
International Classification:
B65B 2102
US Classification:
414406
Abstract:
A container for compacting refuse is provided. The compacting container is mounted transversely to the elongated bed of a refuse collection vehicle. Refuse is deposited into the compacting container through a first refuse inlet located in a first end of the compacting container along one side of the truck and through a second refuse inlet located in the top of the compacting container via a pivotally mounted basket located on the second end of the container and which is operated by a hydraulic or pneumatic cylinder. The compacting container is discharged through a pivotally mounted door located on the same end of the container as the basket. An automatic latch keeps the door closed during compaction of the refuse.