Method and apparatus for anchoring an irrigation drive assembly

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9677242
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15164333

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The present invention provides a system and method for anchoring an irrigation system. According to a first preferred embodiment, the present invention includes a preinstalled concrete stage on which a drive tower may be positioned. Preferably, the concrete stage further includes a securing shelf mechanism for providing a restraint over the rear tire. As further disclosed, the present invention preferably further includes a barricade secured in front of the front tire of the drive tower to prevent the drive tower from sliding out of position.

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  • VALMONT INDUSTRIES, INC.

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Theilen, Dennis Omaha, US 1 1

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