Modular storage bin sweep system

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9815639
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14635314

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A modular storage bin sweep system utilizing paddles to sweep particulate matter across a floor may comprise a sweep assembly including at least two units connectable together. The assembly may comprise a plurality of interconnected paddles, a power unit configured to the paddles, a drive unit configured to move the sweep assembly with respect to a surface of the bin below the sweep assembly. In some embodiments, a traction enhancement structure may increase traction of the drive unit on the floor. In some embodiments, a pivot unit is configured to permit a degree of pivotability of the axes of the units with respect to each other, and may be combined with a drive unit. In some embodiments, the power unit includes a rotary electrical power transfer structure configured to transfer electrical power to the power unit when rotating in the bin.

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SIOUX STEEL COMPANY196 1/2 E 6TH STREET SIOUX FALLS SD 57104

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Schuelke, Brian Lennox, US 7 48
Schuld, Eric Sioux Falls, US 4 47
Stumpe, Leroy B Hartford, US 10 84

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