Patents Assigned to Cato Oil and Grease Co.
  • Patent number: 4165024
    Abstract: This invention relates to an improved reuseable bulk shipping container for the transport of liquids, semi-liquids, semi-solids, pastes and the like. The container has a pallet-type base structure including a drain and flow regulation valve assembly provided with a quick connect-disconnect coupling for connection to an exterior pumping source and a base retainer ring located on the base structure adapted to support the base of a side structure. The side structure includes removable metal panels or the like, and support structure to maintain the panels in a cylindrical form. A disposable inner liner is provided for containing the product. A top liner support bar, a top retaining ring cover structure and connecting rods are provided to secure the structure to the pallet-type base structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 1977
    Date of Patent: August 21, 1979
    Assignee: Cato Oil and Grease Co.
    Inventors: Leon M. Oswalt, Jimmie D. McClanahan