Worthington Industries has been granted a patent for a gauge attachment member designed to connect to pressurized tanks. The innovative design includes deflectable legs with inwardly extending feet to securely support the tank neck, preventing it from passing through while ensuring proper centering. GlobalData’s report on Worthington Industries gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Worthington Industries, Hydrogen fuel dispensers was a key innovation area identified from patents. Worthington Industries's grant share as of May 2024 was 51%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Attachment member for pressurized tank with deflectable legs and foot
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11976957B2) discloses an attachment member designed to securely hold the neck of a pressurized tank without the need for a threaded connection. The attachment member features first and second deflectable legs with radially inwardly extending feet that form ledges below the threads of the tank's neck. The legs are spaced to allow the neck to be inserted between them while preventing it from passing through, ensuring a secure fit. Additionally, the inner surface of each leg acts as a backstop to center the tank, providing stability.
Furthermore, the attachment member can be coupled with a casing that includes a display for indicating the fluid level in the tank based on measurements. The display can also toggle between different tank sizes and includes indicators for the amount of fluid present. The attachment member's design, with curved legs corresponding to the body's curve, allows for a snap fit to securely hold the tank's neck. With features like a curved ledge at the foot of each leg and an angled front for easy insertion, this attachment member offers a practical and efficient solution for supporting pressurized tanks without the need for traditional threaded connections.
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