Drum plug piercing and sampling device and method

Details Drum plug piercing and sampling device and method Drum plug piercing and sampling device and method

2011-04-26

2011-04-26

Soohoo, Tony G (Department: 1797)

Measuring and testing

Sampler, sample handling, etc.

Withdrawing through conduit or receptacle wall

C073S863000, C073S863810, C222S080000, C222S083000, C222S083500

Reexamination Certificate

active

07930947

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus and method for piercing a drum plug of a drum in order to sample and/or vent gases that may accumulate in a space of the drum is provided. The drum is not damaged and can be reused since the pierced drum plug can be subsequently replaced. The apparatus includes a frame that is configured for engagement with the drum. A cylinder actuated by a fluid is mounted to the frame. A piercer is placed into communication with the cylinder so that actuation of the cylinder causes the piercer to move in a linear direction so that the piercer may puncture the drum plug of the drum.

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