Apparatus for launching pigs into pipelines

Details Apparatus for launching pigs into pipelines Apparatus for launching pigs into pipelines

1990-12-27

1993-05-11

Roberts, Edward L.

Brushing, scrubbing, and general cleaning

Implements

Pipe, tube, or conduit cleaner

134 8, 138 89, 2922565, 221268, B08B 904

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052089371

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for inserting compressible pigs into a pipeline. The apparatus includes a conical chamber that fits into the end of the pipeline. A plurality of spring tensioned hooks hold the conical chamber in place. The pig is inserted into the conical chamber, a cover having a threaded rod is then secured to the chamber and the pig is pushed through the chamber into pipeline by turning the threaded rod.

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