Tank container
AssigneeWesterwaelder Eisenwerk Gerhard GmbH
InventorHelmut Gerhard
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Abstract
A tank container suitable especially for smaller tank volumes comprises two triangular end frameworks (10) each composed of two equal-length legs (11) and a bottom transverse beam (12). The tank (15) can be joined to the framework structures (10) directly via end mounting structures (16) so that a framework base structure can be omitted. The apex of each end framework structure (10) is provided with a fitting (14) for engagement by hoisting equipment. In this way a light-weight framework is obtained. At the same time, it is possible to couple the tank container to the respective hoisting equipment at only two points without any risk of tilting during lifting.
Claims15
A tank container comprising a framework and a substantially cylindrical tank defining a tank axis,
- said framework including two framework structures extending transversely of said tank axis and each having the shape of an equilateral triangle with a horizontal base line and two legs which form the upwardly extending sides of the triangle and have their upper ends interconnected at an apex disposed perpendicularly above said tank, axis
- said tank having upper armature means and being mounted on said two framework structures,
- characterized in that the apex of each said framework structure is positioned above the profile of said tank including said upper armature means and is provided with a top fitting for engagement by hoisting equipment.
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