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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Dec. 28, 2010
Filed:
Oct. 03, 2008
John L. Marsolek, Watertown, MN (US);
Ryan J. Nelson, Maple Grove, MN (US);
John L. Marsolek, Watertown, MN (US);
Ryan J. Nelson, Maple Grove, MN (US);
Caterpillar Inc, Peoria, IL (US);
Abstract
An extension plate for use in a compactor includes an elongate body extending between a first surface configured to be coupled to the compactor frame and a second surface configured to be coupled to a support of the compactor. The first surface includes a first opening aligning with an opening into an interior of the compactor. A second opening in at least one of the elongate body or the second surface communicates with the first opening to allow passage of a hose through the extension plate and through the opening in the frame into the interior space.