Vacuum assisted egg lifting apparatus having venturi assembly

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2006-08-01

2006-08-01

Lillis, Eileen D. (Department: 3652)

Handling: hand and hoist-line implements

Utilizing fluid pressure

Venturi effect

C294S065000

Reexamination Certificate

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07083208

ABSTRACT:
Egg lifting apparatus are provided that include a vacuum housing having first and second passageways, a venturi assembly in fluid communication with the first and second passageways, and a flexible cup secured to the vacuum housing, wherein the flexible cup has an interior that is in fluid communication with the vacuum housing second passageway. The venturi assembly produces subatmospheric pressure within the second passageway upon the flow of air through the first passageway. The flexible cup is configured to engage and retain an egg in seated relation therewith when subatmospheric pressure is provided within the flexible cup interior via the vacuum housing second passageway.

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