Air flotation and locking material handling apparatus and method of use

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 6309289
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09586674

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A materials handling apparatus and method utilizing flotation pads to inject a thin fluid film to produce a near frictionless surface for easily positioning and finishing foundry castings. The present invention further relates to a material handling apparatus and method utilizing a vacuum lock to serve as a vice for securing foundry castings or other work pieces during finishing stages. The invention further incorporates an apparatus and method for protecting the vacuum lock components from damage or interference with material movement during positioning.

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ANKURA TRUST COMPANY LLC AS THE SUCCESSOR AGENT140 SHERMAN STREET 4TH FLOOR FAIRFIELD CT 06824

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Dugger, Ben A 122 Hickory La., Pell City, AL 35128 5 84
Jenkins, Thomas Leon 200 Oak Forest Dr., Pelham, AL 35124 1 1

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