Tool for removing heat transfer element from heat exchanger tube

- Arkema Inc.
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Description

FIG. 1 is a top perspective view of the tool for removing heat transfer element from heat exchanger tube showing my new design;

FIG. 2 is a bottom perspective view thereof;

FIG. 3 is a front elevation view thereof;

FIG. 4 is a rear elevation view thereof;

FIG. 5 is a top plan view thereof;

FIG. 6 is a bottom plan view thereof;

FIG. 7 is a left side view thereof; and,

FIG. 8 is a right side view thereof.

The broken lines in the drawings illustrate portions of the tool for removing heat transfer element from heat exchanger tube that form no part of the claimed design.

The appearance of any portion of the tool for removing heat transfer element from heat exchanger tube between the break lines forms no part of the claimed design.

Claims

The ornamental design for a tool for removing heat transfer element from heat exchanger tube as shown and described.

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Patent History
Patent number: D1150394
Type: Grant
Filed: Jan 4, 2024
Date of Patent: Sep 29, 2026
Assignee: Arkema Inc. (King of Prussia, PA)
Inventor: Michael DeCourcy (King of Prussia, PA)
Primary Examiner: Ania Aman
Application Number: 29/907,084
Classifications
Current U.S. Class: Heating Or Cooling (D23/314); D8/81