Seal for a joint or juncture – Seal between fixed parts or static contact against... – Contact seal for a pipe – conduit – or cable
Patent
1997-02-14
1998-04-14
Cummings, Scott W.
Seal for a joint or juncture
Seal between fixed parts or static contact against...
Contact seal for a pipe, conduit, or cable
277616, 285237, 24 20R, F16J 1506
Patent
active
057383596
ABSTRACT:
An expandable band and locking mechanism is used to install and secure a flexible sealing element, such as a rubber seal or gasket, against an internal annular surface, such as in a manhole or pipe. The expandable band is capable of expanding and being locked at various diameters. The expandable band preferably has a plurality of deviations or ribs that provide a plurality of pressure points against the sealing element. The expandable band includes a first locking region, such as an end locking portion of the band, and a second locking region, such as one or more adjustable locking elements or notches in the band. The locking mechanism preferably includes a locking member having a first locking tab for engaging with the end locking portion of the band and a second locking tab for engaging with one of the adjustable locking elements or notches in the band. The locking mechanism further includes a housing for covering the locking member and engaging the band. An intermediate biasing member between the housing and the locking member, preferably made of an elastomeric material, biases the locking member toward locking engagement with the expandable band.
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Bourque Daniel J.
Carroll Kevin J.
Cummings Scott W.
NPC Acquisition Corp.
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