RACK-TYPE WALKING COOLER FOR ROLLED STOCK Russian patent published in 1997 - IPC

FIELD: rolled stock production. SUBSTANCE: rack-type walking cooler for rolled stock includes alternatively arranged stationary and movable racks. Drive unit for moving movable racks is in the form of drive shaft supporting eccentric pairs turned one relative to another by 90 degrees and having outer bands embracing bearing assemblies and rotary L-shaped levers with backup rollers. Lower arms of L-shaped levers are joined by means of tie rods with bands of common eccentrics. Bands of other eccentrics are rigidly connected with end portions of movable racks. Other end portions of movable racks are supported by said backup rollers. EFFECT: simplified enhanced reliability design with high-rigidity and low metal consumption. 4 dwg