Multi-piece plastic tank having an integrated connection means and a method for implementing same
US20260184462A1Pending Publication Date: 2026-07-02ADVANCED DRAINAGE SYSTEMS INC
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- US · United States
- Patent Type
- Applications(United States)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- ADVANCED DRAINAGE SYSTEMS INC
- Filing Date
- 2026-02-25
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-02
AI Technical Summary
Technical Problem
Multi-piece plastic tanks used for storing liquids face challenges in on-site assembly, requiring numerous tools and clips, and quality control is difficult to ensure.
Method used
A multi-piece plastic tank assembly with integrated flange structures and a jig system that allows secure connection without external fasteners, using a jig to align and compress flanges with a sealing article for a secure seal.
Benefits of technology
Facilitates easy and secure assembly of plastic tanks without external fasteners, ensuring a reliable seal and improved quality control.
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Abstract
A multi-piece plastic tank is provided and includes a tank top section, wherein the tank top section defines a tank top opening surrounded by a top flange that extends along the length of the top flange, a tank bottom section having, wherein the tank bottom section defines a tank bottom opening surrounded by a bottom flange that extends along the length of the bottom flange, wherein the top flange and bottom flange are configured to be connected to form the multi-piece plastic tank.
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