STEWART R SMITH
Engineering in Springfield, MA
License number
Massachusetts 3393
Expiration Date
Jun 30, 1996
Type
Civil Engineer
Address
Address
Springfield, MA 01119
Professional information
Territory Manager At Fuel
Position:
Territory Manager at Fuel
Location:
Springfield, Massachusetts Area
Industry:
Oil & Energy
Work:
Fuel
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Territory Manager
Education:
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs 1989 - 1993
Constant Tension Device For Filter Bag
US Patent:
4400186, Aug 23, 1983
Filed:
Sep 17, 1981
Appl. No.:
6/303148
Inventors:
Carl V. Leunig - Glenmont NY
Stewart W. Smith - Springfield MA
Stewart W. Smith - Springfield MA
Assignee:
Albany International Corporation - Menands NY
International Classification:
B01D 4602
US Classification:
55379
Abstract:
A constant tension device is provided for use with a filter bag. The device includes a spring and a linkage assembly for applying tension to the filter bag. The linkage assembly is designed such that a substantially constant tension is applied to the bag regardless of the force exerted by the spring. A pair of lever arms is included within the linkage assembly for applying pressure to a bag cap if the device is used within the filter bag.