WO2022046963A1 - Enceinte environnementale portable destinée à contenir des débris de sablage - Google Patents

Enceinte environnementale portable destinée à contenir des débris de sablage Download PDF

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WO2022046963A1
WO2022046963A1 PCT/US2021/047646 US2021047646W WO2022046963A1 WO 2022046963 A1 WO2022046963 A1 WO 2022046963A1 US 2021047646 W US2021047646 W US 2021047646W WO 2022046963 A1 WO2022046963 A1 WO 2022046963A1
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Timothy L. JAGIELSKI
Samuel Compton
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    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B24—GRINDING; POLISHING
    • B24C—ABRASIVE OR RELATED BLASTING WITH PARTICULATE MATERIAL
    • B24C9/00—Appurtenances of abrasive blasting machines or devices, e.g. working chambers, arrangements for handling used abrasive material
    • B24C9/003—Removing abrasive powder out of the blasting machine

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  • the present disclosure relates to an apparatus for containing waste, such as sandblasting debris, that is created during a maintenance operation.
  • aspects of the disclosure relate to an apparatus for containing waste from a maintenance operation on a target surface, the apparatus including: an enclosure including an enclosed volume for containing waste from the maintenance operation; a mating surface for sealing the enclosure to the target surface; a vacuum nozzle port configured to be attached to a vacuum system which creates a vacuum within the enclosure to remove waste from the maintenance operation; and at least one sealable port for receiving a maintenance tool. Methods for operating the apparatus are further described.
  • FIG. 1 is a front top perspective view of a waste containment apparatus according to aspects of the disclosure.
  • FIG. 2 is a side view of a waste containment apparatus according to aspects of the disclosure.
  • FIG. 3 is a top view of a waste containment apparatus according to aspects of the disclosure.
  • FIG. 4 is a front perspective view of piping and mating surface with air gap for an apparatus according to aspects of the disclosure.
  • FIG. 5 is a top view of a waste containment apparatus including a blast glove according to aspects of the disclosure.
  • the present disclosure pertains to an apparatus for containing waste from a maintenance operation on a target surface, the apparatus including: an enclosure including an enclosed volume for containing waste from the maintenance operation; a mating surface for sealing the enclosure to the target surface; a vacuum nozzle port configured to be attached to a vacuum system which creates a vacuum within the enclosure to remove waste from the maintenance operation; and at least one sealable port for receiving a maintenance tool.
  • Ranges can be expressed herein as from one value (first value) to another value (second value). When such a range is expressed, the range includes in some aspects one or both of the first value and the second value. Similarly, when values are expressed as approximations, by use of the antecedent ‘about,’ it will be understood that the particular value forms another aspect. It will be further understood that the endpoints of each of the ranges are significant both in relation to the other endpoint, and independently of the other endpoint. It is also understood that there are a number of values disclosed herein, and that each value is also herein disclosed as “about” that particular value in addition to the value itself. For example, if the value “10” is disclosed, then “about 10” is also disclosed. It is also understood that each unit between two particular units are also disclosed. For example, if 10 and 15 are disclosed, then 11, 12, 13, and 14 are also disclosed.
  • the terms “about” and “at or about” mean that the amount or value in question can be the designated value, approximately the designated value, or about the same as the designated value. It is generally understood, as used herein, that it is the nominal value indicated ⁇ 10% variation unless otherwise indicated or inferred. The term is intended to convey that similar values promote equivalent results or effects recited in the claims. That is, it is understood that amounts, sizes, formulations, parameters, and other quantities and characteristics are not and need not be exact, but can be approximate and/or larger or smaller, as desired, reflecting tolerances, conversion factors, rounding off, measurement error and the like, and other factors known to those of skill in the art.
  • an amount, size, formulation, parameter or other quantity or characteristic is “about” or “approximate” whether or not expressly stated to be such. It is understood that where “about” is used before a quantitative value, the parameter also includes the specific quantitative value itself, unless specifically stated otherwise.
  • compositions disclosed herein have certain functions. Disclosed herein are certain structural requirements for performing the disclosed functions and it is understood that there are a variety of structures that can perform the same function that are related to the disclosed structures, and that these structures will typically achieve the same result.
  • aspects of the disclosure relate to an apparatus 100 for containing waste from a maintenance operation on a target surface
  • the apparatus 100 including: an enclosure 110 including an enclosed volume 120 for containing waste from the maintenance operation; a mating surface 130 for sealing the enclosure 110 to the target surface; a vacuum nozzle port 140 configured to be attached to a vacuum system 300 which creates a vacuum within the enclosure 110 to remove waste from the maintenance operation; and at least one sealable port 150 for receiving a maintenance tool.
  • the mating surface 130 includes in some aspects an air gap 160.
  • the vacuum nozzle port 140 is attached to the air gap 160, with for example piping 170. Air is removed from the air gap 160 through the vacuum nozzle port 140 to create the vacuum within the enclosure 110. The vacuum is created by the vacuum system 300 which may be attached to the vacuum nozzle port 140.
  • the vacuum nozzle port 140 includes a release 180 with an opening that opens into the enclosure 110. Operating the release 180 breaks the seal between the vacuum system 300 and the air gap 160, removing the vacuum from the apparatus 100. The apparatus 100 can then, e.g., be moved to another location on the target surface or removed altogether if the maintenance operation is complete.
  • an air filtration system 400 may be used in conjunction with the apparatus 100.
  • the apparatus 100 may include an air filtration system 400 attached to an outlet of the vacuum nozzle port 140 between the vacuum nozzle port and the vacuum system 300. In this manner, air exiting the enclosure 110 of the apparatus 100 may be cleaned before being passed through the vacuum system 300 and exhausted to the atmosphere.
  • the vacuum system 300 and air filtration system 400 are conventional systems.
  • the air filtration system 400 is a high efficiency particulate air (HEP A) system.
  • the apparatus 100 is portable in some aspects. In other words, the apparatus 100 is small and light enough to be easily set-up, operated and moved by one person. In particular aspects the apparatus weighs less than about 50 pounds.
  • the apparatus 100 includes at least one sealable port 150 for receiving a maintenance tool.
  • Any suitable tool that could be useful when performing maintenance on a target surface may be included, such as but not limited to a sandblasting containment unit, a blast hose, or a combination thereof.
  • Exemplary target surfaces for which the apparatus 100 may be suitable include a deck, tank or hull of a maritime vessel.
  • the apparatus 100 includes a plurality of sealable ports 150 for allowing one or more maintenance tools to be inserted into the enclosure 110 at a plurality of locations on the enclosure 110.
  • the at least one sealable port 150 includes a perforated gasket through which the maintenance tool can be inserted.
  • the maintenance operation is a sandblasting operation, a grinding operation, a painting operation, or a combination thereof.
  • the maintenance operation is a sandblasting operation.
  • Any type of waste may be removed by the apparatus 100, including but not limited to rust, paint, lead, dirt, oil, grease, or a combination thereof.
  • the waste may include Hazmat (hazardous materials).
  • the apparatus allows zero escapement of waste to the exterior atmosphere during operation. As a result, the apparatus may satisfy Environmental Protection Agency (EP A) and Marine Chemist requirements for use on oil tankers and gasoline barges.
  • EP A Environmental Protection Agency
  • Marine Chemist requirements for use on oil tankers and gasoline barges.
  • the apparatus 100 includes at least one glove port 190 for receiving a blast hose glove 200.
  • the blast hose glove 200 allows a user to insert their hand into the enclosure 110 and operate the one or more maintenance tools, while also protecting the user’s hand from the environment within the enclosure 110.
  • the blast hose glove 200 may be easily replaceable when necessary.
  • the apparatus 100 includes a lighting unit located within the enclosure.
  • the lighting unit may be an explosion-proof lighting unit to prevent a fire or explosion from waste generated within the enclosure 110 during operation of the apparatus 100.
  • the apparatus 100 includes at least one window 210 located on the enclosure 110.
  • the at least one window 210 may include, but is not limited to, glass, a polymer film, or a combination thereof.
  • the target surface need not be a flat surface as long as the mating surface 130 of the apparatus 100 makes sufficient contact with the target surface to allow a vacuum to be formed within the enclosure 110.
  • the target surface is a flat surface, an angled surface or a curved surface and the mating surface is shaped to seal the enclosure to the target surface.
  • the enclosure may be shaped to promote formation of a vortex within the enclosure to aid in removal of the waste.
  • the shape of the mating surface and/or the enclosure may in some aspects be cylindrical, square or rectangular.
  • the maintenance operation is a sandblasting operation operating at a Society for Protective Coatings (SPCC) standard of SP 10.
  • the apparatus 100 may contain waste from the sandblasting operation with no escapement of the waste to an atmosphere surrounding the apparatus.
  • the apparatus 100 may be used in conjunction with dry sand blasting or vapor blasting.
  • the operator places the apparatus 100 on the target surface so that the mating surface 130 abuts the target surface, attaches the vacuum nozzle port 140 to an external vacuum system 300 and optional air filtration system 400, inserts at least one maintenance tool through at least one of the sealable ports 150, and engages the vacuum system 300 to cause a vacuum to be formed within the enclosure.
  • the operator may then perform the maintenance operation on the target surface.
  • the maintenance operation on the particular target surface is completed, the operator may turn off the vacuum system and/or otherwise break the vacuum seal on the apparatus 100 (such as by operating the release 180).
  • the apparatus 100 may then be moved to another target surface to continue the maintenance operation.
  • the apparatus of the present disclosure provides numerous benefits as compared to conventional surface cleaning methods and techniques, including but not limited to: avoiding deficiency reports from various regulatory agencies; avoiding costly emergent repairs and loss of service time; allowing for management and maintenance of operating budgets; the apparatus delivers a better service, higher quality and longevity, thus reducing operational and capital expenses; and when used in place of drydocking the apparatus can save customers hundreds of thousands of dollars on each vessel by eliminating dock fees, lay days and out-of-service time.
  • the present disclosure pertains to and includes at least the following aspects.
  • An apparatus for containing waste from a maintenance operation on a target surface comprising, consisting of, or consisting essentially of: an enclosure comprising an enclosed volume for containing waste from the maintenance operation; a mating surface for sealing the enclosure to the target surface; a vacuum nozzle port configured to be attached to a vacuum system which creates a vacuum within the enclosure to remove waste from the maintenance operation; and at least one sealable port for receiving a maintenance tool.
  • Aspect 2 The apparatus according to Aspect 1, wherein the target surface is a deck, tank or hull of a maritime vessel.
  • Aspect 3 The apparatus according to Aspect 1 or 2, wherein the maintenance operation is a sandblasting operation, a grinding operation or a painting operation.
  • Aspect 4 The apparatus according to Aspect 3, wherein the maintenance operation is a sandblasting operation.
  • Aspect 5. The apparatus according to any of Aspects 1 to 4, wherein the waste comprises rust, paint, lead, dirt, oil, grease, or a combination thereof.
  • Aspect 6 The apparatus according to any of Aspects 1 to 5, wherein the vacuum nozzle port comprises a release for releasing the vacuum within the enclosure.
  • Aspect 7 The apparatus according to any of Aspects 1 to 6, wherein the mating surface comprises an air gap, the vacuum nozzle port is attached to the air gap, and air is removed from the air gap through the vacuum nozzle port to create the vacuum within the enclosure.
  • Aspect 8 The apparatus according to any of Aspects 1 to 7, wherein the apparatus is configured to be used in conjunction with an air filtration system attached to an outlet of the vacuum nozzle port.
  • Aspect 9 The apparatus according to Aspect 8, wherein the air filtration system is a high efficiency particulate air (HEP A) system.
  • HEP A high efficiency particulate air
  • Aspect 10 The apparatus according to any of Aspects 1 to 9, wherein the apparatus is portable.
  • Aspect 11 The apparatus according to any of Aspects 1 to 10, wherein the apparatus weighs less than about 50 pounds.
  • Aspect 12 The apparatus according to any of Aspects 1 to 11, wherein the maintenance tool is a sandblasting containment unit, a blast hose, or a combination thereof.
  • Aspect 13 The apparatus according to any of Aspects 1 to 12, wherein the apparatus comprises a plurality of sealable ports for allowing the maintenance tool to be inserted into the enclosure at a plurality of locations on the enclosure.
  • Aspect 14 The apparatus according to any of Aspects 1 to 13, wherein the at least one sealable port comprises a perforated gasket through which the maintenance tool can be inserted.
  • Aspect 15 The apparatus according to any of Aspects 1 to 14, further comprising at least one glove port for receiving a blast hose glove.
  • Aspect 16 The apparatus according to any of Aspects 1 to 15, further comprising an explosion-proof lighting unit located within the enclosure.
  • Aspect 17 The apparatus according to any of Aspects 1 to 16, further comprising at least one window located on the enclosure.
  • Aspect 18 The apparatus according to Aspect 17, wherein the at least one window comprises glass, a polymer film, or a combination thereof.
  • Aspect 19 The apparatus according to any of Aspects 1 to 18, wherein the target surface is a flat surface, an angled surface or a curved surface and the mating surface is shaped to seal the enclosure to the target surface.
  • Aspect 20 The apparatus according to any of Aspects 1 to 19, wherein the enclosure is shaped to promote formation of a vortex within the enclosure to aid in removal of the waste.
  • Aspect 21 The apparatus according to Aspect 19 or 20, wherein the shape is cylindrical, square or rectangular.
  • Aspect 22 The apparatus according to any of Aspects 1 to 21, wherein the maintenance operation is a sandblasting operation operating at a Society for Protective Coatings (SPCC) standard of SP 10, and the apparatus contains waste from the sandblasting operation with no escapement of the waste to an atmosphere surrounding the apparatus.
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La présente invention concerne selon, certains aspects, un appareil destiné à contenir des déchets d'une opération de maintenance sur une surface cible, l'appareil comprenant : une enceinte comprenant un volume fermé destiné à contenir des déchets de l'opération de maintenance ; une surface d'accouplement destinée à assurer l'étanchéité entre l'enceinte et la surface cible ; un orifice de buse à vide conçu pour être fixé à un système à vide qui crée un vide à l'intérieur de l'enceinte pour retirer les déchets de l'opération de maintenance ; et au moins un orifice scellable destiné à recevoir un outil de maintenance.
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