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APPARATUS FOR DISPENSING SOLID ARTICLES AND METHODS FOR USING SAME

  • US 20120187141A1
  • Filed: 01/19/2012
  • Published: 07/26/2012
  • Est. Priority Date: 01/21/2011
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. An apparatus for dispensing solid articles, the apparatus comprising a manifold assembly including:

  • a manifold having a plenum and an inlet port in fluid communication with the plenum; and

    a door assembly including;

    a door panel selectively moveable between a closed position, wherein the door panel restricts airflow through the inlet port, and an open position, wherein the door panel permits airflow through the inlet port; and

    a shield defining a pocket to receive the door panel in the open position and thereby reduce or restrict flow of air behind the door panel.

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