Patent ID: 6957942
Filing Date: 2005-10-25
Classification: B66C,G21F

Abstract:
1. An apparatus for transferring a cask from a first position to a second position comprising: a first beam having a first proximal end and a first distal end, said first proximal end adapted for pivotal connection to a base; a second beam having a second proximal end and a second distal end, said second proximal end adapted for pivotal connection to said base; a member connecting said first distal end and said second distal end, said member comprising a lifting device adapted to raise and lower said cask; wherein said member, said first pivot beam, and said second pivot beam form a unitary structure; and means to rotate said unitary structure about an axis, said rotational means comprising first and third hydraulic cylinders pivotally connected to opposing sides of said first beam and second and fourth hydraulic cylinders pivotally connected to opposing sides of said second beam.