Patent ID: 8226738
Filing Date: 2012-07-24
Classification: B01D

Abstract:
1. A filter bag support structure, comprising: a first section and a second section; the first section including a pair of opposed alignment members located partially internal to the first section and extending outwardly away from the first section, the alignment members being aligned to insert into the second section; the second section including at least one annular member therein; the alignment members being receivable within the second section and having engagement members near a distal end thereof, the engagement members being receivable into the at least one annular member; and a locking member that is removably insertable between the opposed alignments members, the locking member inhibiting the alignment members from flexing inwardly when locking member is inserted between the alignment members, wherein the alignment members resist being removed from the at least one annular member when a tension load is applied that would tend to separate the first section from the second section to a greater degree when the locking member is inserted than when the locking member is not present.