Floating conveyor system

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1994-06-21

1996-11-12

Merritt, Karen B.

Material or article handling

Marine loading or unloading system

Marine vessel to marine vessel

4141387, 4141396, 4141402, 4141409, B63B 2700, B65G 6760

Patent

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055733638

ABSTRACT:
A floating conveyor system includes a number of serially interconnected conveyor units for transferring sand, gravel and other material from a floating dredge to a land based station for processing. Each conveyor unit is supported by pontoons or floats over substantially the entire length of the unit. Furthermore, the individual conveyor units are joined by a unique coupling system which provides a universal-type cardan joint to permit movement of the respective units without capsizing or disconnecting. As a result, the floating conveyor system provides a more stable transfer, offers a safer catwalk for personnel passage, and can be easily lengthened or shortened by adding or subtracting additional conveyor units without pulling the entire system ashore.

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