Patent ID: 7600726
Filing Date: 2009-10-13
Classification: B25J

Abstract:
1. A device for lifting and rotating containers in a clean room environment comprising: a support column and a mounting for receiving a container, wherein said mounting may be moved in relation to said support column and rotated about an axis of rotation; and at least one articulated arm disposed between said support column and said mounting, said articulated arm being pivotable in relation to said support column about a horizontal pivot axis spaced from said axis of rotation; wherein said support column and said at least one articulated arm are completely encased by a plurality of boundary walls; wherein said boundary walls enclose a motor system wherein said motor system is sealed from a clean room environment; and wherein said motor system includes an electric drive motor, a reduction gear coupled to said electric drive motor, and a worm gear stage coupled to said reduction gear for rotating said articulated arm.