Pipe joints or couplings – Packed – Plural seals
Patent
1997-11-25
1999-07-06
Arola, Dave W.
Pipe joints or couplings
Packed
Plural seals
285369, 285910, F16L 1702
Patent
active
059189142
ABSTRACT:
The invention provides a method for sealing and locking together interconnectable pipe for industrial, commercial and other uses. The sealed locking joint is comprised of the smaller end of one pipe, spigot end, which is inserted into the larger end of the receiving pipe, bell end. A sealing gasket and a corresponding locking gasket are utilized to retain the pipe in its assembled position and prevent leakage of material at the joint. Alternatively, a sleeve may be utilized into which is inserted the spigot ends of the pipe, said sleeve having positioned within it sealing gaskets and locking gaskets similar to the configuration utilized in the bell end of the alternate assembly.
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Arola Dave W.
Johnson Glenn
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