ГАЗОВАЯ ТУРБИНА И СПОСОБ ИЗГОТОВЛЕНИЯ ТАКОЙ ГАЗОВОЙ ТУРБИНЫ

Газовая турбина содержит устройство с внешним и внутренним корпусами и уплотнительным кольцом, а также дополнительное устройство с дополнительным внутренним и дополнительным внешним корпусами. Внешний и внутренний корпуса устройства расположены с образованием между ними канала охлаждения. Уплотнительное кольцо расположено между внешним корпусом и внутренним корпусом устройства и уплотняет канал охлаждения от окружающей среды, которая окружает внешний корпус. Устройство имеет внутренний объем, окруженный внутренним корпусом, причем рабочая текучая среда движется через этот внутренний объем. Устройство и дополнительное устройство установлены с образованием между ними полости, окруженной внутренним корпусом, дополнительным внутренним корпусом, внешним корпусом и дополнительным внешним корпусом. Уплотнительное кольцо расположено между внешним корпусом и внутренним корпусом и установлено исключительно между внутренним корпусом и внешним корпусом таким образом, что уплотнительное кольцо уплотняет ...

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ОХЛАЖДЕНИЯ ВАЛКОВ

Изобретение относится к области прокатки. Устройство (1, 1′) для охлаждения валка (2), в частности рабочего валка (2) для прокатки прокатываемого материала (3), включает расположенную напротив по меньшей мере частичной области периметра поверхности валка, охлаждающую оболочку (50, 60) для образования охлаждающего зазора (5), через который протекает охлаждающая текучая среда, между этой частичной областью поверхности валка и охлаждающей оболочкой (50, 60). Улучшение условий охлаждения и упрощение регулирования устройства обеспечивается за счет того, что устройство имеет поворачиваемый вокруг точки (8, 48) подвески рычаг (40, 44), который может поворачиваться в направлении поверхности валка и соединен с возможностью вращения с первой, если смотреть в окружном направлении (U) валка (2), половиной (51, 61) охлаждающей оболочки (50, 60), при этом охлаждающий зазор (5) путем поворота рычага (40, 44) может альтернативно уменьшаться или увеличиваться. Кроме того, устройство включает поворачиваемую ...

УЗЕЛ СНАБЖЕНИЯ ЗАКЛЕПОЧНЫМИ ЭЛЕМЕНТАМИ

Изобретение относится к машиностроению и может быть использовано при изготовлении клепаного соединения конструктивных элементов. Узел (3) снабжения заклепочными элементами имеет узел (6) обеспечения заклепочными элементами и манипуляционный узел (7). Узел (6) для перемещения заклепочных элементов (5) имеет спиральный транспортер (8), включающий спираль (9), которая проходит вокруг продольной оси (2). Продольная ось (2) наклонена относительно направления (G) силы тяжести. Узел (6) обеспечения заклепочными элементами имеет область (11) захвата, к которой спиральный транспортер (8) подводит заклепочные элементы (5). Манипуляционный узел (7) захватывает заклепочные элементы (5) для транспортировки к приемнику (12) заклепочных элементов. В результате обеспечивается возможность простого и гибкого снабжения клепальной машины необходимыми заклепочными элементами. 4 н. и 17 з.п. ф-лы, 5 ил.

ДЕРЖАТЕЛЬ АКУСТИКО-ЭМИССИОННОГО ДАТЧИКА

Использование: для акустико-эмиссионного контроля объекта. Сущность изобретения заключается в том, что держатель для прикрепления акустико-эмиссионного датчика к немагнитному неметаллическому материалу имеет трубчатый корпус с закрытым верхним концом и открытым донным концом, через который обеспечена возможность вставки датчика в трубчатый корпус. Закрытый верхний конец имеет множество цельных гибких язычков, проходящих внутрь под углом от внутренней поверхности закрытого верхнего конца. Внутренняя поверхность трубчатого корпуса имеет множество проставок, проходящих в радиальном направлении внутрь возле донного конца трубчатого корпуса. Цельные гибкие язычки и проставки фиксируют датчик внутри трубчатого корпуса. Трубчатый корпус также может иметь множество захватных выступов, проходящих наружу от его внешней поверхности возле открытого донного конца, которые выполнены с возможностью разъемного зацепления скольжением со шпоночной канавкой зацепления в удерживающей опоре, присоединенной ...

ЗАЩИТНЫЙ ВКЛАДЫШ

Изобретение относится к области защиты торцов рулонов и может быть использовано, например, для защиты рулонов листовой стали или листового алюминия. Защитный вкладыш содержит стакан и фланец. Фланец отходит радиально наружу от окружности стакана. На разных концах фланца или стакана расположены средства соединения. Средства соединения выполнены в виде паза и стержня. При осуществлении способа защиты уменьшают диаметр защитного вкладыша. Взаимно зацепляют средства соединения вкладыша. Размещают стакан вкладыша в центральной полости рулона. Подгоняют диаметр вкладыша под диаметр центральной полости. Фиксируют защитный вкладыш на этом диаметре. Обеспечивается возможность регулировки диаметра защитного вкладыша. 2 н. и 16 з.п. ф-лы, 15 ил.

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ПЕРЕМЕЩЕНИЯ ДЕТАЛЕЙ

... 1. Перемещающее устройство для деталей, удерживающее детали, перемещающее детали к положению сборки и изменяющее положение детали применительно к положению сборки деталей, содержащее: ! держатель (20), удерживающий деталь; ! несущий кронштейн (10), поддерживающий и перемещающий держатель к положению сборки деталей, ! при этом несущий кронштейн (10) сконструирован как механизм с квадратным замкнутым контуром из соединительных звеньев, соединенный множеством звеньев (11, 12, 13, 14), ! и держатель (20) соединен парой звеньев (13,14) из множества звеньев(11, 12, 13, 14), ! при этом положение держателя (20) фиксируется относительно одного соединительного звена (13) в паре звеньев (13, 14). ! 2. Устройство по п.1, в котором несущий кронштейн (10) содержит: ! шарнир (18а, 18а), соединяющий с возможностью поворота пару звеньев (13, 14) и держатель (20); и ! шарнир (19а), выборочно соединяющий держатель (20) с любым звеном (13 или 14), без относительного поворота для установки положения звена ( ...

ЭЛЕКТРИЧЕСКОЕ СОЕДИНИТЕЛЬНОЕ УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ СТЕКЛООЧИСТИТЕЛЬНОГО ЭЛЕМЕНТА АВТОМОБИЛЬНОЙ СТЕКЛООЧИСТИТЕЛЬНОЙ СИСТЕМЫ

... 1. Электрическое соединительное устройство (1, 1′) для нагревательного устройства (5, 5′) щеточного элемента (3, 3′) стеклоочистителя, содержащее корпус (9, 9′), выполненный с возможностью введения в механический соединитель (11, 11′) щеточного элемента, и электрический соединительный элемент (7, 7′), предназначенный для электрического соединения между соединительным устройством и нагревательным устройством (5, 5′) через корпус (9, 9′), при этом корпус (9, 9′) установлен на механическом соединителе (11, 11′) в направлении, по существу параллельном щеточному элементу, когда электрическое соединительное устройство установлено на щеточном элементе.2. Устройство (1, 1′) по п. 1, в котором корпус (9, 9′) выполнен с возможностью введения в механический соединитель (11, 11′).3. Устройство (1, 1′) по п. 1 или 2, содержащее одну или множество электрических соединительных вилок (17, 17′), которые соединены с корпусом (9, 9′) и, которые выполнены с возможностью введения в контакт с нагревательным ...

Анкерная установка для извлечения ротора паротурбинного генератора

Изобретение относится к области электротехники, в частности, к ремонту паротурбинного генератора. Технический результат – повышение технологичности процесса. Анкерная установка для извлечения ротора паротурбинного генератора содержит нижнюю анкерную плиту 1, болт А2, прокладку А3, тяговую опору 4, тяговую траверсу 6 и промежуточную проушину 11. При этом нижняя анкерная плита 1 соединена с тяговой опорой 4 болтом А2. Между анкерной плитой 1 и тяговой опорой 4 установлена шайба А3. Тяговая траверса 6 соединена с тяговой опорой 4 на болтах. В середине тяговой траверсы 6 установлена промежуточная проушина 11. На левом и правом торцах траверсы 6 установлены тяговые концевые элементы A17 и B18. Промежуточная проушина 11 содержит тяговый концевой элемент C19. Выбор режима приложения силы тяги осуществляется по факту для обеспечения устойчивости управления, предотвращения удара муфты на сердечник статора, эффективной защиты от повреждения оборудования. Кроме того, имеются возможности для регулирования ...

Кондуктор для сборки главного фрикциона боевой машины пехоты

Изобретение относится к области машиностроения, в частности к оборудованию, используемому преимущественно при ремонте гусеничных и колесных машин. Кондуктор для сборки главного фрикциона боевой машины пехоты состоит из основания (1) с направляющими стержнями (2). При этом направляющие стержни (2) для облегчения процесса сборки фрикциона выполнены с небольшим конусом к вершине, а их размещение на основании (1), являющемся опорным диском главного фрикциона, обеспечивает строго определенное положение ведущих частей главного фрикциона. Все части фрикциона размещаются на опорной пластине (4), к которой крепятся фиксирующими шпильками (7). Обеспечивается простота сборки и монтажа фрикциона, сокращение времени выполнения работ, снижение трудоемкости выполнения работ за счет исключения необходимости удерживать на весу и в определенном положении все монтируемые составные части главного фрикциона в течение всего процесса монтажа. 3 з.п. ф-лы, 4 ил.

СТАНОК ДЛЯ СБОРКИ МЕТАЛЛИЧЕСКИХ СОРТОВЫХ ПРОФИЛЕЙ РАМ

... 1. Станок для сборки металлических сортовых профилей (4) корпусов (2), содержащий сборочное устройство (19), предназначенное для опоры и сборки металлических сортовых профилей (4), причем сборочное устройство (19) выполнено с возможностью перемещения между первым рабочим положением, в котором металлические сортовые профили (4) размещены на сборочном устройстве (19), и вторым рабочим положением, в котором металлические сортовые профили (4) могут подвергаться требуемой механической обработке, отличающийся тем, что сборочное устройство (19) выполнено с возможностью поворота вокруг оси вращения (Z) между первым рабочим положением и вторым рабочим положением, причем сборочное устройство (19) содержит опорную раму (20), предназначенную для опоры металлических сортовых профилей (4) и корпусов (2), причем опорная рама (22) содержит первую (21) и вторую рамы (22), расположенные с противоположных сторон относительно оси вращения (Z). ! 2. Станок по п.1, в котором в первом рабочем положении предусмотрено ...

ЭЛЕКТРОННЫЙ ПРИБОР ДЛЯ ИЗМЕРЕНИЙ, КОНДИЦИОНИРОВАНИЯ И РЕГУЛИРОВАНИЯ И СПОСОБ ЕГО ИЗГОТОВЛЕНИЯ

КУХОННАЯ ВАРОЧНАЯ ПОВЕРХНОСТЬ

... 1. Варочная поверхность (1), содержащая:- по меньшей мере один опорный элемент (2), размещенный на несущей конструкции (L), и выполненный из природного камня или агломерата по меньшей мере одного природного камня, при этом указанный опорный элемент (2) определяет по меньшей мере одну видимую поверхность (2а), предназначенную быть обращенной вверх, и по меньшей мере одну установочную поверхность (2b), предназначенную быть обращенной вниз,- один или несколько нагревательных элементов (5), обращенных к указанной видимой поверхности (2а),- по меньшей мере одну армированную плиту (3), соединенную с указанной установочной поверхностью (2b),- одно или несколько отверстий (6), проходящих через указанный опорный элемент (2), и указанную армированную плиту (3) для вставки и размещения указанных нагревательных элементов (5), при этом каждое из указанных отверстий (6) определено с помощью по меньшей мере одного первого выреза (6а), проходящего через указанный опорный элемент (2), и по меньшей мере ...

Vorrichtung zum Entfernen eines Türgummis aus der Türöffnung eines stillgelegten Kraftfahrzeugs

DEVICE FOR FEEDING FROM A DISTANCE CYLINDRICALLY SHAPED PARTS TO AN AUTOMATIC MACHINE SUCH AS A MACHINE FOR CLOSING THE TUBES OF A STEAM GENERATOR OF A HIGH-PRESSURE NUCLEAR REACTOR

Vorrichtung zum Kühlen von Walzen

Die Anmeldung richtet sich auf eine Vorrichtung (1, 1') zum Kühlen einer Walze (2), insbesondere einer Arbeitswalze (2) zum Walzen von Walzgut (3), wobei die Vorrichtung eine zumindest einem Teilbereich des Umfangs der Walzenoberfläche gegenüberliegende Kühlschale (50, 60) zum Bilden eines mit Kühlfluid durchströmbaren Kühlspalts (5) zwischen dem Teilbereich der Walzenoberfläche und der Kühlschale (50, 60) umfasst sowie einen um einen Aufhängungspunkt (8, 48) schwenkbaren Hebel (40, 44), welcher in Richtung der Walzenoberfläche schwenkbar ist und mit einer, in Umfangsrichtung (U) der Walze (2) betrachtet, ersten Hälfte (51, 61) der Kühlschale (50, 60) drehbar verbunden ist, wobei der Kühlspalt (5) durch Schwenken des Hebels (40, 44) wahlweise verringerbar oder vergrößerbar ist. Ferner umfasst die erfindungsgemäße Vorrichtung eine um einen weiteren Aufhängungspunkt (88, 48) schwenkbare längenveränderliche Linearführung (90, 99), welche mit der, in Umfangsrichtung (U) der Walze (2) betrachtet ...

Kraftstofftank mit Zusatzleitung

Die Erfindung betrifft einen Kraftstofftank (2) mit zumindest einer Zusatzleitung (15) welche zumindest ein Zusatzaggregat mit Kraftstoff aus dem Kraftstofftank versorgt, wobei eine Saugöffnung (19) beabstandet zu einem innerhalb des Kraftstofftanks angeordneten Ende (18) der Zusatzleitung (15) als Seiten- oder Lateralöffnung in einer Wand der Zusatzleitung (15) eingebracht ist, wobei das Ende (18) der Zusatzleitung (15) verschlossen ist und auf einem Kraftstofftankboden (21) aufliegt, und wobei das Ende (18) der Zusatzleitung (15) so ausgeführt ist, dass Lageveränderungen des Kraftstofftankbodens (21) und/oder der Zusatzleitung (15) ausgleichbar sind.

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Verfahren und Vorrichtung zum Zuführen von Fügeelementen

Verfahren zum Zuführen von Fügeelementen (28) zu einem Fügewerkzeug (20), das mittels eines programmierbaren Handhabungsgerätes (14) bewegbar ist und an dem ein Magazin (34) zur Aufnahme wenigstens eines Fügeelementes (28) gelagert ist, mit den Schritten: Bewegen des Magazins (34) zu einer Befüllstation (46), wobei die Befüllstation (46) einen immer durchgängigen Rohrabschnitt (48) mit einer Austrittsöffnung (50) aufweist; Ausrichten des Magazins (34) in Bezug auf die Austrittsöffnung (50); Öffnen eines Gasverschlusses (38) des Magazins (34); und Fördern wenigstens eines Fügeelementes (28) zu dem Rohrabschnitt (48), so dass dieses durch den Rohrabschnitt (48) und die Austrittsöffnung (50) hindurch in das Magazin (34) gelangt.

Haltevorrichtung für Fügeteile

The description relates to a holder for holding, guiding and automatically releasing fixing and auxiliary fixing means, e.g. nuts, bolts and rivets, in a device for pressing or securing the means to a metal sheet, which is explained here with reference to nuts. The holding device keeps the nuts in a defined, stable position during their transport from an initial position to the operative position. It consists of two holding claws (82) pivoted on the block (20) so that they can be moved from a closed position in which they hold the nuts (60) on the block (20) and an open position in which they release the nuts (60). A positive guide (90) for the holding claws (82) ensures that they remain in their closed position when the block (20) is pushed outwards and are released into the open position only when the block (20) has reached the operative position.

Jointing process with tolerance leveling for bodywork blank, involving joining resting surfaces in at least two joint planes, aligning components using coordinate system

The jointing process involves joining the resting surfaces (10, 12) of the individual components (1, 4, 9) in at least two joint plane. And leveling out the tolerance in these planes, which are perpendicular to each other. The joining planes of the individual components are aligned using a coordinate system, the planes of which form the joining planes of the individual components.

Sensorlagereinheit, Anordnungsverfahren der Einheit und Verfahren zum Anordnen der Sensorlagereinheit an der Welle

Sensorlagereinheit (10), welche zumindest zwei Lager (12, 14), die relativ zueinander geführt sind und jeweils einen Innenring (12a, 14a) und einen Außenring (12b, 14b) haben, aufweist, wobei die Sensorlagereinheit eine Hülse (16), die die Lager (12, 14) radial umgibt und eine radiale Auskragung (16b) in axialem Kontakt mit einem der Lager (14) hat, einen ringförmigen Flansch (20), der einen radialen Abschnitt (20a) in axialem Kontakt mit dem anderen Lager (12) und einen axialen Abschnitt (20c) hat, der radial die Hülse (16) umgibt und mit der Hülse (16) verbunden ist, und einen Drahtträger (22) hat, der zumindest ein Draht (24) und zumindest ein Verbindungselement (26) trägt, wobei der Drahtträger (22) zumindest ein Befestigungselement (22e) aufweist, das an dem Lager (14) befestigt ist.

Vorrichtung zur Montage und Demontage der Tücher einer Gegenwalze in einer Rotationsstanzmaschine

Montagemaschine mit einem Montagewerkzeuge tragenden Revolver

Montagemaschine mit einem Montagewerkzeuge tragenden Revolver

LPG-Tank-Einsetzvorrichtung für Automobile

LPG-Tank-Einsetzvorrichtung für Automobile, welche eine Schwenkplatte aufweist, an die eine einen LPG-Tank haltende Klemmvorrichtung montiert ist und die mittels eines Schwenkzapfens mit einem Ende eines Haltearms gekuppelt ist. Der Schwenkzapfen ist in einem vorbestimmten Winkel angeordnet, so dass, wenn ein Betätigungszylinder betrieben wird, der LPG-Tank in eine Position ausgerichtet wird, die geeignet ist zum behinderungsfreien Einsetzen des LPG-Tanks in den Kofferraum eines Automobils. Folglich sind, da der LPG-Tank ohne Kollidieren mit einem Kofferraumpaneel oder anderen Elementen leicht in den Kofferraum eingesetzt werden kann, die Arbeitsfähigkeit und die Produktivität verbessert. Ferner werden Erkrankungen des Muskel-Skelett-Systems eines Arbeiters verhindert und die Möglichkeit des Auftretens einer Sicherheitsgefährdung wird ausgesprochen gering.

Computer system with fabric modules

A chassis is configured to hold at least one horizontal row of node modules and a fabric module. The fabric module can be positioned above or below the row so that it can communicatively couple two or more node modules. Each of the node modules and the fabric modules can be inserted into and removed from the chassis longitudinally.

Aircraft engine rotor-stator assembly and five degrees of freedom adjustment and positioning measurement method and device

An aircraft engine rotor-stator assembly and a five degrees of freedom-adjustment and positioning measurement method and device. The method comprises: adjusting a plane motion and a rotation of a tested piece through composite motion comprising five degrees of freedom: a 360° rotation motion along a Z axis, a plane motion along an X axis, a plane motion along a Y axis, a rotation along an X axis and a rotation along a Y axis; the device comprises: a clamping mechanism (1), a turning platform component (A), a translation platform component (B) and a rotation platform component (C). The present invention establishes a five degrees of freedom adjustment and positioning method and device having a large load bearing, high accuracy and high stiffness, thus improving assembly efficiency and measurement accuracy of the aircraft engine.

Foreign title

A PIP trace heating connection assembly

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR THE ASSEMBLY OF ROTARY COMPRESSORS FOR EXAMPLE FOR MOTOR COMPRESSOR UNITS FOR REFRIGERATORS AND THE LIKE

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PRESENTING ARTICLES

Method for assembling impeller elements onto shafts

... 936,986. Securing impellers on shafts. FULLER CO. Aug. 11, 1961 [Oct. 6, 1960], No. 29102/61. Class 80 (2). [Also in Group XXVI] To assemble and bond an interference fit, shaft 7 in an impeller 5, a flanged extension 11, having a bore of slightly larger diameter than the shaft, and having a locating member 23, is bolted to the impeller, the bolts 15 having locating pins 20 and toe-pieces 16, and the shaft is located in the extension (as shown), while epoxy resin adhesive is injected through a fitting 21 around a relieved shaft portion. The shaft is then forced axially into the bore 2 of the impeller, where the adhesive is allowed to set, or is heat cured, to form a bond between the shaft and the impeller. Specification 936,987 is referred to.

Machine for operating on separate lines of stock and combining parts made from the separate lines of stock

... 994,228. Punching and shearing, sheet metal joints. ASSOCIATED PATENTEES Inc. June 17, 1963, No. 24080/63. Headings B3J and B3W. A machine for operating on separate lines of stock and combining parts made therefrom comprises a machine bed, slide feeds for advancing separate supplies of stock to a plurality of forming tools and means for assembling the parts. An identical slide feed unit is mounted at each end of a bed 19 and comprises a feed block 26 slidable along guide rods 27 comprising a pivoted pinch lever 28 which pinches the stock 30, 31, e.g. strip, rod or wire, against a wall 32 thereof and is operated by a cam 34 attached to a cross slide 35 coupled via rollers 42 to a rail 41 on swinging parallel links 40. The block 26 is reciprocated to advance the stock by an adjustable crank operated linkage 50, 47, 51 whilst the gripper actuating links 40 are cam driven. The strips are advanced towards each other in offset relationship past a plurality of cam operated work stations 56, 57 ...

Carrier for use in automatic assembly

A carrier for supplying to an automatic assembling machine at least one chassis and several parts to be assembled on each chassis includes a first portion for receiving each chassis and a second portion associated with the first portion for storing the parts to be assembled on the chassis. According to the method, the chassis are loaded on the first portions of the carrier and sets of corresponding parts are loaded on the second portions in a predetermined relationship, whereupon, corresponding parts of the sets are simultaneously transferred to the respective chassis.

Laser maintenance tool

Improvements in and relating to the assembly of fabricated ribs and similar parts for use in aircraft and like construction

... 567,691. Assembling aircraft. NORTHERN COACHBUILDERS, Ltd., and DALE, F. J. Aug. 10, 1943, No. 12897. [Class 145 (i)] [Also in Group XXXIII] For assembling the parts of a rib or similar part for aircraft, a mask or frame is used to hold the booms and posts of the rib or part temporarily together in their correct relative position and allow their removal from the usual or other jig board or base, while still in the mask or frame for subsequent treatment. Spruce booms and struts k of a wing rib are assembled on a base board d provided with positioning blocks g and pins h, and the parts are clamped together by a plywood frame a of slightly less thickness than the booms and struts, while a plywood web is glued to them and secured at the ends by a few pins. The frame and assembled parts are then lifted off the board d and turned over to enable a second web to be glued to the parts after which the whole assembly is put in a press to set. The frame a may be in a single piece ; as shown, it may ...

Part positioning method and device for the method

A PIP TRACE HEATING CONNECTION ASSEMBLY

A PIP TRACE HEATING CONNECTION ASSEMBLY

Control and positioning system for the exchange ofwear lining elements on a wall subject to wear

A PIP TRACE HEATING CONNECTION ASSEMBLY

PROCEDURE AND DEVICE FOR THE F�GEN OF BUILT HOLLOW SHAFTS

PROCEDURE FOR THE ASSEMBLY OF TWO ANORNDNUNGEN AS FOR INSTANCE FUSELAGE ARRANGEMENTS

MIXER FOR A RUN REACTOR

COMBINATION OF A TIGHTENER FOR TAKING UP AND STRETCHING CONSTRUCTION UNITS AND A BIONIC ARM

CONTAINER WITH INTERACTIVE MICROWAVE NET

PROCEDURE FOR THE ASSEMBLY OF AN VACUUM-ISOLATED PIPING

MONTAGEHILFSWERKZEUG

ASSEMBLY PART AND MACHINE WITH SUCH A PART

PROCEDURE FOR MANUFACTURING LIQUID DENSITIES A CONTAINER.

DEVICE FOR AUTOMATED SETTING OF LOCKING BOLTS ON CARRIER SURFACES

Method of operating a flow line, an assembly trailer, a tow bar, and a heavy machine installed on an assembly trailer and a flow line

The invention relates to a method of operating a flow line (1) comprising two or more assembly stations (A ...

Liquid Container and Stand

A liquid container cooperates with a stand to present the container in a display position with the container sealed, and an open position with the container unsealed. The 5 stand is configured to support the liquid container in first and second positions, with the container being closed in the first position and open in the second position. The stand and the liquid container may create a decorative presentation in each of the first and second positions. In the first position the container is sealed by a cap that is within a depression in the stand and may be unitary with the stand. In the second position, the 10 container may be sealed or unsealed with the container opening upward the stand supporting and cradling the portion of the container that is opposite the opening, to maintain the opening upward to prevent spillage of liquid.

System and method for modular transportation of a welding system

Present embodiments include a modular welding component transportation system (10). The system includes a front panel (12) and a wheel assembly (16). The front panel includes a support platform configured to support a welding system component and the wheel assembly includes a first plurality of wheels. The system also includes a rail (14) configured to adjustably couple with the front panel proximate a first end of the rail and configured to couple with the wheel assembly proximate a second end of the rail. Locating surfaces of the wheel assembly are configured to receive and align the rail for engagement with walls of the wheel assembly. The system further includes a second plurality of wheels (24) configured to be coupled with the front panel or proximate the first end of the rail.

Sprung seal retainer

A combination valve and coupling has a retainer in the form of a ring which engages a seal. The seal engages the valve closing member and is captured within a pocket in the valve housing by the ring. The ring has tabs in spaced relation about its outer perimeter which engage dogs on the valve housing to retain the ring in contact with the seal. The stiffness of the tabs may be tuned to provide flexibility to the ring and permit the seal to deform when the valve is opened and closed. The tabs have angularly oriented surfaces which engage the dogs and cause axial motion of the ring upon its rotation to adjust the preload between the ring and seal.

METHOD FOR ASSEMBLING TWO ASSEMBLIES SUCH AIRCRAFT FUSELAGE ASSEMBLIES

L' invention concerne un procédé d'assemblage de deux ensembles, par exem ple des ensembles de fuselage d'aéronef, par l'intermédiaire d'une pluralité d'organes de fixation. Il comprend le perçage d'orifices à travers une zone de recouvrement, réalisé à l'aide d'un outil de perçage traversant un orifi ce de centrage (36) correspondant pratiqué sur une grille de perçage (34) mo ntée fixement sur cette zone de recouvrement, l'outil de perçage comprenant un mandrin d'appui ainsi qu'une bague expansible (56) épousant le mandrin se lon une surface de contact conique. Selon l'invention, il est appliqué un mo uvement relatif entre la bague expansible et le mandrin de manière à engendr er, suite au blocage de la bague dans l'orifice de centrage, un déplacement du mandrin en appui contre la zone de recouvrement, à travers l'orifice de c entrage et en direction de cette zone de recouvrement afin d'exercer une pre ssion sur celle-ci.

EFFICIENT ASSEMBLY OF INSULATING GLASS WINDOWS

An insulating glass unit (IGU) assembly line capable of interleaving double and triple pane IGUs in accordance with an IGU production schedule. Visual indicators or prompts instruct operators at the assembly line in configuring a sequence of IGUs. Triple pane IGUs are assembled with minimal contamination of a center glass lite. A non-contact Bernoulli pad is used to lift a glass lite off from a horizontal or vertical support that conveys it from a glass washer to an assembly station. Each of multiple pads has a capacity to lift approximately seven to ten pounds. Use of multiple pads per glass sheet or lite allows lites having dimensions up to 70 by 100 inches (assuming glass thickness of one quarter inch) to be assembled.

MOUNTING STATION AND METHOD FOR AUTOMATICALLY ASSEMBLING A RAZOR

Mounting station and method for automatically assembling a razor (86) comprising a shaving cartridge (12) and a razor handle (84). The method comprises: a handle providing step wherein said razor handle (84) is provided, a cartridge providing step wherein said shaving cartridge (12) is provided, a first connecting step wherein the first rearwardly protruding connector of the shaving cartridge (12) is automatically connected to the free end of the first handle connector of the razor handle, and then a second connecting step wherein the second rearwardly protruding connector of the shaving cartridge (12) is automatically connected to the free end of the second handle connector of the razor handle (84), thereby forming a razor (86).

DEVICE FOR THE REMOTE FEEDING OF CYLINDRICAL PIECES TO AN AUTOMATIC MACHINE, SUCH AS A MACHINE PLUGGING THE TUBES OF A STEAM GENERATOR OF A PRESSURISED-WATER NUCLEAR REACTOR

Device for the remote feeding of cylindrical pieces to an automatic machine, such as a machine plugging the tubes of a steam generator of a pressurised-water nuclear reactor. The feed device comprises a housing of sufficient size to contain a cylindrical piece, equipped with a removal cover, through which passes a nozzle connected to a compressed-air distribution means. A flexible pipe is fastened at one of its ends to the housing. A loading unit consisting of a fixed part and of a rotary arm is connected to the end of the flexible pipe opposite the housing. The pieces can, in particular, be plugs for plugging the tubes of a steam generator of a pressurisedwater nuclear reactor.

CAPACITANCE GUIDED ASSEMBLY OF PARTS

There are disclosed methods and apparatuses for the assembling of parts using capacitive sensing, both for controlling the closure or "homing" phase of the assembly process and for acquiring one or more of the parts prior to that phase.Assembling of semiconductor parts to essentially two-dimensional and three-dimensional packages, the insertion of a peg in a hole, and an application to tape-automated-bonding (TAB) technology are all described, as are various representations of the resulting capacitive data. Included are the uses of scheduling and optical sensing to supplement capacitive sensing in the methods and apparatuses.

HEATER FOR GAS FURNACE CONDENSATE DRAIN SYSTEM

HVAC systems can develop condensate on various components and typically include drainage systems so that condensate is collected and drained away. During cold ambient conditions, condensate drainage systems are susceptible to freezing. Embodiments of the present application provide solutions to this technical problem. For example, a heated compartment within the HVAC cabinet is provided. The compartment includes a plurality of panels forming an enclosure around an upper and lower drain hose, a drain fitting, and a drain trap. A heater is attached to a first side of the panels; insulation is attached to a second side of the panels and a thermostatic switch is placed within the enclosure and is coupled to the heater. The thermostatic switch measures the temperature within the enclosure and activates the heater when the temperature within the enclosure reaches a certain level.

REINFORCED CONCRETE PIPE

Structural body comprises a concrete core 104 and a cap 106 around the opening. A first wrap 102 is wrapped under tension around the concrete core 104 and a portion of the cap to form a continuous wa-ter resistant barrier around the outer surface of the concrete core. A second wrap 103 can be wrapped under tension around the inner surface of concrete core to form a continu-ous water resistant barrier around the inner surface of the concrete core 104. Structural body can be formed as a pipe with a male and female ends to interconnect multiple pipes. The joint formed between two struc-tural bodies has a continuous water resistant barrier that prevents the environment from contacting the concrete core.

OVEN SYSTEM WITH HEAT EXCHANGER

An oven system may include a cooking chamber, a combustion chamber, and a flue. The flue may be arranged to route a first portion of the combustion gas produced in the combustion chamber into the cooking chamber and route a second portion of the combustion gas along a route that bypasses the cooking chamber. The flue may also be arranged to collect the first portion of the combustion gas from the cooking chamber and to exhaust both the first portion and the second portion of the combustion gas from the oven system.

PROTECTIVE CASES FOR MOBILE ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION DEVICES

... ²A protective case for a mobile electronic communication device having a user ²input interface ²includes a front cover configured to couple with a rear cover to define a ²volume for receiving ²the mobile electronic communication device, the front cover having an aperture ²aligned with the ²user input interface when the mobile electronic communication device is ²received in the volume; ²a transparent membrane provided between the front cover and the rear cover to ²be disposed over ²the user input interface when the mobile electronic communication device is ²received in the ²volume; and a compressible member arranged between the front cover and the ²membrane and ²separate from the front cover, the transparent membrane configured to provide ²a seal between the ²transparent membrane and the front cover when the mobile electronic ²communication device is ²received in the volume and the front cover is coupled to the rear cover.² ...

PROTECTIVE CASES FOR MOBILE ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION DEVICES

A protective case for a mobile electronic communication device having a user input interface includes a front cover configured to couple with a rear cover to define a volume for receiving the mobile electronic communication device, the front cover having an aperture aligned with the user input interface when the mobile electronic communication device is received in the volume; a transparent membrane provided between the front cover and the rear cover to be disposed over the user input interface when the mobile electronic communication device is received in the volume; and a compressible member arranged between the front cover and the membrane and separate from the front cover, the transparent membrane configured to provide a seal between the transparent membrane and the front cover when the mobile electronic communication device is received in the volume and the front cover is coupled to the rear cover.

LINE DUCT WITH A SERIES OF LAYERS

The invention relates to a line duct for sealing a wall opening through which a line passes, comprising an elastomer body with a series of layers surrounding the line. The elastomer body and the series of layers are made up here of a number of respective one-piece elastomer body parts (2a, b, c, d) with shells (4a, b, c, d), according to the invention there being arranged between the shells (4a, b, c, d) of an elastomer body part (2a, b, c, d) at least two shells (4a, b, c, d) of other elastomer body parts (2a, b, c, d).

LOW NOX BURNER FOR A WATER HEATER

A method of assembling multiple low NOx burners (100), a low NOx burners (100) and a tankless gas-fired water heater (500) are disclosed. The method includes the step of assembling multiple bodies (152), each body (152) includes multiple first burner ports (135) connected to a first burner inlet (125) and multiple second burner ports (150) connected to a second burner inlet (140). The method also includes the step of selecting one of the bodies (152) and inserting a first inlet tube (120, 220, 320, 420) into the second burner inlet (140) to provide a fuel/air mixture to the second burner ports (150) at a first rate. The method also includes the step of selecting one of the bodies (152) and inserting a second inlet tube (120, 220, 320, 420) into the second burner inlet (140) to provide the fuel/air mixture to the second burner ports (150) at a second rate different from the first rate.

VENTED SPOUT

A fluid container including a container having an opening and a spout assembly connected to the opening. The spout assembly is connectable to the opening. The spout assembly includes a cap, first and second tubular portions, and at least one corrugated portion. The cap is securable so as to substantially cover the opening. The first tubular portion is connected to the cap. The at least one corrugated portion is fluidically coupled between the first tubular portion and the second tubular portion. The second tubular portion being insertable into the first tubular portion.

AUTOMATED SYSTEM FOR JOINING PORTIONS OF A CHASSIS AND METHOD THEREOF

One aspect of the present invention relates to an automated system for joining at least two portions of a chassis, comprising at least one actuation device (3) adapted to move at least one portion in the space "XYZ" with three degrees of freedom; a central control unit (5) adapted to control each actuation device (3) as a function of a plurality of data obtained through a plurality of sensors (7). Said plurality of sensors (7) can continuously determine, on each chassis portion, a plurality of key points (A, B, C) which are univocal for each portion. Said central control unit (5), depending on the data obtained from said plurality of sensors (7, activates said at least one actuation device (3) in order to bring near and connect said at least two portions, while monitoring, through said plurality of sensors (7), the relative position between said plurality of key points (A, B, C) of said portions and the absolute position of said portions in the space "XYZ". A second aspect of the present ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS TO CONSTRUCT BUILDING COMPONENTS

A table (10) is provided to assist in the manufacture of building structures such as walls and the like, where the walls comprise a plurality of studs (60) extending between top and bottom members (14, 16). The table (10) comprises a support surface (12) for supporting the top and bottom members (14, 16) of the wall. In particular, the table (10) is most useful in manufacturing walls of steel studs. The table includes grasping means to grasp the building structure to be able to move the structure along the support surface (12) of the table (10). A computer operated controller controls motors to locate the top and bottom framing members as desired along the table and to locate the top and bottom framing members at desired locations adjacent assembly stations (50, 52). The assembly stations (50, 52) are used to attach a stud (60) to each of the top and bottom members (14, 16). The assembly stations are mounted on tracks and the location of the assembly stations along the track is controlled ...

Ensemble d'entraînement, procédé de la fabrication de l'ensemble et dispositif pour la mise en oeuvre de ce procédé

Procédé pour le forage de trous et la pose de chevilles de fixation

Verfahren und Vorrichtung zum Zusammenbau gummigefederter Schienenräder sowie ein Schienenrad nach dem Verfahren

Vorrichtung zum gleichzeitigen Abheben mehrerer Schraubenmuttern insbesondere von Zylinderdeckeln von Brennkraftmaschinen

Cheville de fixation

Method of assembling non-magnetisable, current-conducting parts by means of electrodynamic forces

The interaction of a primary magnetic alternating field with secondary magnetic fields is utilised when assembling the parts. The direction of the primary magnetic field (B) is first of all brought into line with the direction of an assembly axis (4). Then the parts (1, 2, 3) are put into this field in such a way that, for each part (1, 2, 3), the area covered by the current (i1, i2, i3) induced in this part lies in a plane which is approximately perpendicular to the assembly axis. As viewed in the longitudinal direction of the assembly axis, the said areas overlap at least partly at in each case two adjacent parts to be assembled. This method permits a non-contact arrangement of two parts or of a larger number of the same on a common assembly axis, and in fact even when the difference in the initial position of the axes of the same exceeds a certain value. ...

Damper for a mechanised handling device

The stop (9) is supported and guided axially by the ring (3) mounted at one end of the hollow body (1). It is integral with the piston (12) which slides in the body (1) and forces out the oil contained in the cylinder via the orifice (7). At the end of the stroke, the latter is progressively blocked off firstly by the frustoconical part (18) of the pin (13), then by the cylindrical part (19) and finally by the shoulder (21) of the collar (20). The pin (13) is carried by the stop (9) but may slide axially against the action of the spring (14). ...

Device for positioning and axially pressing components onto a workpiece

ELECTRONIC VEIPINGOVOE DEVICE AND ITS COMPONENTS

ELECTRONIC MEASURING, CONDITIONING AND REGULATING INSTRUMENT, AND CORRESPONDING METHOD OF PRODUCTION

Assembling method for input and output assembly and assembling equipment for input and output assembly

Mounting device

Pliers rubber sleeve feeding equipment

Automatic nail insertion machine for expansion nail

ECU pressing connection tool

Horizontal type disassembling and assembling cylinder machine for vertical column jack

Induction type automated LED lamp head automatic feeding and locking discharging conveying device

Full-automatic intelligent lamination production line for aluminium oil cooler

Automated assembly equipment of O-shaped ring of anchorage device and operation method thereof

Production equipment with automatic nail bin assembly function

Screw assembling equipment

Workpiece positioning device

Precision machine for transferring small components onto a support

Apparatus for removing waste and dust that obstructs some machinery, without interrupting the operation of the machines

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR FASTENING A HOLDING BAR TO A PRINTING BLANKET

DEVICE FOR the ASSEMBLY OF the VALVES IN the CYLINDER HEAD Of an INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE

MANUFACTORING PROCESS Of a DRUM OF TURBOSHAFT ENGINE

Procédé de fabrication d'un tambour (52) de turbomachine, comprenant au moins deux disques (46, 48) de rotor, le procédé consistant à positionner coaxialement les deux disques (46, 48) à distance l'un de l'autre et dans une position angulaire prédéterminée l'un par rapport à l'autre, placer coaxialement une paroi de révolution (50) entre les deux disques (46, 48), entraîner en rotation la paroi de révolution (50) autour de son axe, et déplacer axialement les disques (46, 48) vers la paroi de révolution (50) pour mettre les disques (46, 48) en contact avec les extrémités de la paroi de révolution (50) et réaliser un soudage par friction inertielle des disques (46, 48) sur la paroi de révolution (50).

MACHINE DE PRECISION POUR LE REPORT DE PETITES PIECES SUR UN SUPPORT

MACHINE DE PRECISION POUR LE REPORT DE PETITES PIECES SUR UN SUPPORT. LA MACHINE DE L'INVENTION COMPREND UN BRAS DE POSITIONNEMENT CREUX 10 RELIE A UNE POMPE A VIDE 14 ET A UN DISPOSITIF DE DEPLACEMENT VERTICAL 15. LA PIECE A TRAITER 26 EST SAISIE PAR ASPIRATION. UNE SOURCE D'ULTRASONS 18 EST RELIEE AU BRAS 10. UN DISPOSITIF DE CHAUFFAGE 30 A FAIBLE CONSTANTE DE TEMPS DE MONTEE ET DE DESCENTE EN TEMPERATURE EST RELIE THERMIQUEMENT A UN SOCLE 22, LES MOYENS DE DEPLACEMENTS RELATIFS LINEAIRE ET ANGULAIRE DE L'EXTREMITE DU BRAS PAR RAPPORT AU SOCLE SONT PREVUS. APPLICATION AU MONTAGE DES LASERS A SEMI-CONDUCTEUR.

MIXER FOR A CONTINUOUS FLOW REACTOR, CONTINUOUS FLOW REACTOR, METHOD OF FORMING SUCH A MIXER, AND METHOD OF OPERATING SUCH A REACTOR

Efficient Heat Transfer Using Fins

A method, system, and apparatus for capturing heat wherein one or more fins are arranged such that hot air is trapped by the fins and must descend below at least one of the fins in order to exit through an outlet.

Assembly facilitation apparatus and method

An assembly apparatus including a bearing support mechanism configured to hold a bearing for assembly into a housing and a housing register mechanism operatively connected to the bearing support mechanism. The housing register mechanism receives and aligns a housing with a bearing on the bearing support mechanism when the housing is placed over the housing register mechanism.

Assembly facilitation apparatus and method

An assembly apparatus that includes a frame and a load plate operatively connected to the frame. The load plate is configured to support a workpiece and is selectively extendable from a first position in which at least a portion of the load plate is positioned over the frame, to a second position in which the load plate is extended from the frame such that the workpiece is transferable from the load plate to a sub-assembly.

Method for making debris-free nail collation

A method for making a collated fastener assembly includes arranging a plurality of fasteners in a row parallel to one another, in a plane, and spaced from one another, preheating the fasteners, applying a molten polymer material onto the fasteners and conveying the fasteners with the polymer into a mold cavity. The fasteners are maintained in the plane. The polymer is molded onto the fasteners and between adjacent fasteners to form a molding having a collar encircling a shank of each fastener and a connecting portion between adjacent fasteners. The molding maintains the space between the fasteners. A cooling stream is introduced onto the fasteners and the molding as the fasteners and the molding exit from the mold cavity.

Attachment-enabling jig

An attachment-enabling jig for attaching a soft strip to an attachment surface of an object quickly, precisely, and flatly includes a base; a first carrying unit disposed on the base and provided with a first roller oriented perpendicular to a first direction; a second carrying unit disposed on the base and provided with a second roller corresponding in position to the first roller, wherein the first and second carrying units carry the soft strip; a resilient unit connected to the first and second carrying units; and an actuating unit disposed on the base and configured to hold the object and controllably drive the attachment surface of the object to move to between the first roller and the second roller such that the first and second rollers attach the soft strip to the attachment surface. Accordingly, the attachment-enabling jig is effective in enhancing the efficiency of production lines.

Device for providing and controlling motion of connection elements

A connection elements control for motion control of connection elements such as rivet elements or the like has at least one control unit with connection elements channel through which the connection elements are pushed, possibly by a fluid flow, the connection elements channel having an inlet section and an outlet section, and a control shaft extending through at least a portion of the connection elements channel in a control region between the sections, and the system is designed such that the passage of the connection elements and/or fluid through control region is controlled by swiveling control shaft.

METHOD OF FABRICATING A TURBINE ENGINE DRUM

A method of fabricating a turbine engine drum including at least two rotor disks, the method including: positioning the two disks on a common axis spaced apart from each other and in a predetermined angular position relative to each other; placing a wall forming a body of revolution between the two disks coaxially about their common axis; driving the wall in rotation about its axis; and moving the disks axially towards the wall so as to put the disks into contact with ends of the wall and thus welding the disks to the wall by inertial friction welding. 19-. (canceled)10. A method of fabricating a turbine engine drum , the drum including at least two rotor disks on a common axis , each having slots in its outer periphery for receiving blade roots , the method comprising:positioning the two disks on a common axis spaced apart from each other and in a predetermined angular position relative to each other;placing a wall forming a body of revolution between the two disks coaxially about their common axis;driving the wall in rotation about its axis; andmoving the disks axially towards the wall while maintaining the disks in their predetermined angular position relative to each other so as to put the disks into contact with ends of the wall and thereby weld the disks to the wall by inertial friction welding.11. A method according to claim 10 , wherein the welding comprises a first stage in which the disks rub against the ends of the wall during a time needed for the weld zones to reach their forging temperature claim 10 , and a second stage in which axial thrust is applied to each of the disks to perform the welding.12. A method according to claim 10 , further comprising machining zones that are welded to return their thickness to a predetermined value.13. A method according to claim 10 , performed on disks that do not have blades fitted thereto.14. A turbine engine drum or a low-pressure turbine drum claim 10 , comprising:{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00010', 'claim 10'}, ...

Method and Apparatus for Assembling a Complex Product in a Parallel Process System

A method and apparatus for assembling a complex product in a parallel process system wherein a collection of components are provided for assembling the complex product. The present invention involves transferring the collection of components to one of a plurality of similar computerized assembly cells through the use of a transport system. The collection of components is automatically assembled into the complex product through the use of the computerized assembly cells. The complex product is then transferred from one of the assembly cells to a computerized test cell, where the complex product is tested to ensure for the proper dimensioning and functioning of the complex product. The complex product is then transferred from the test cell via the transport system to either a part reject area or conveyor, if the product is defective, or to an automatic dunnage load or part return system, if the product is not defective.

CONTAINER/LID ASSEMBLY

A container/lid assembly that includes a container having a sidewall with at least one aperture extending through the sidewall and a lid having a ring portion with at least one projection extending therefrom that is configured to engage the aperture in the container sidewall for securing said lid to said container. The aperture extending from the lid ring portion can be configured to allow the lid ring portion to be inserted into the container sidewall but yet restrict the lid ring portion from being readily removed from the container sidewall. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. (canceled)10. (canceled)11. (canceled)12. (canceled)13. (canceled)14. (canceled)15. (cancelled)16. (cancelled)17. (cancelled)18. (cancelled)19. A method of attaching a lid to a container comprising the steps of:providing a container having a continuous sidewall with at least one aperture extending therethrough and an opening;providing a lid having a ring portion with at least one projection extending therefrom configured to engage said aperture in said container sidewall for securing said lid to said container;aligning said lid ring portion with said container opening;inserting said lid ring portion into said container opening; andcausing said projection to engage said aperture such that said lid is secured to said container.20. The method of claim 19 , wherein said projection includes a top surface and a bottom surface that is inclined to aid the step of inserting said lid ring portion into said container opening21. The method of claim 20 , wherein said projection allows said lid ring portion to be inserted into said container sidewall but restricts said lid ring portion from being readily removed from said container sidewall after the step of causing said projection to engage said aperture has occurred.22. The method of claim 19 , wherein said lid ring portion includes an upper section and a lower section claim 19 , ...

PROCESS FOR MANUFACTURING A FUEL TANK EQUIPPED WITH A BAFFLE

A process for manufacturing a fuel tank including a baffle, and an attachment part and an offset part, both made of an incompressible material and being of fixed size and shape, the process including: manufacturing a fuel tank including a wall; making an opening in this wall; through this opening, introducing the baffle into the tank; attaching the baffle to the wall of the tank via its attachment part. The offset and attachment parts together describe a fixed angle, the baffle has a fixed shape and when it is being introduced into the tank, the baffle is rotated to be able to pass through the opening. 115-. (canceled)16. A process for manufacturing a fuel tank including a baffle and an attachment part and an offset part , both made of an incompressible material and being of fixed size and shape , the process comprising:manufacturing a fuel tank comprising a wall;making an opening in the wall;introducing, through the opening, the baffle into the tank;attaching the baffle to the wall of the tank via its attachment part;wherein the offset and attachment parts together describe a fixed angle, the baffle has a fixed shape, and when the baffle is being introduced into the tank, the baffle is rotated to be able to pass through the opening.17. A process according to claim 16 , in which the baffle and the tank are based on a same plastic or on compatible plastics.18. A process according to claim 16 , in which the baffle has substantially a shape of a sheet having two major surfaces that are parallel and that are joined together via an edge that is generally perpendicular thereto.19. A process according to claim 18 , in which the sheet has holes/perforations to allow passage of fuel.20. A process according to claim 18 , in which the sheet is a single-material sheet claim 18 , molded in one piece and has its major surfaces in the offset and attachment parts:either in planes that define an angle between them, the sheet describing a helical or partially helical shape;or in one ...

Tag feeder

Disclosed is a method and a tag feeder for feeding tags in a feeding direction to a dispensing position within a clipping machine. The tag feeder is provided with a feeding mechanism with at least one pusher means for transporting a chain of tags. The pusher means is reversible movable parallel to the feeding direction between a first and second position wherein, in the first position, the pusher means is in a minimum displacement to the dispensing position, and wherein, in the second position, the pusher means are in a maximum displacement to the dispensing position. The feeding mechanism comprises at least one cutting tool for cutting-off the foremost tag of the chain of tags, viewed in the feeding direction, in the first position and at least one clamping device for clamping the chain of tags when the foremost tag is arranged in the first position.

Refrigerated Case Defrost Water Drain

A refrigerated case () has a body (). The body has a refrigerated compartment () and an air flowpath (). The body includes a lower wall () below the air flowpath. A drain pipe () protrudes from the lower wall and has a lower outlet (). A refrigerant air heat exchanger () is along a refrigerant flowpath and within the air flowpath. The body further includes a water trap vessel () having an upper end () secured to the base, a lower portion () surrounding the drain outlet, at least one vessel outlet () above the drain outlet, and a segmented rim flange. The body includes a plurality of features () engaging an underside of the flange along respective segments to vertically and laterally retain the water trap vessel and permit removal of the vessel via a rotation of the vessel. 2. The case of wherein:{'b': 100', '108', '112, 'the air flowpath () extends from an inlet () positioned to receive air from the compartment and extending to an outlet () positioned to discharge air to the compartment'}3. The case of further comprising:{'b': '60', 'claim-text': [{'b': '64', 'said refrigerant flowpath ();'}, {'b': '62', 'a compressor () along the refrigerant flowpath downstream of the refrigerant-air heat exchanger in a cooling mode of operation;'}, {'b': '70', 'a first refrigerant-air-heat exchanger () being a heat rejection heat exchanger in the cooling mode and downstream of the compressor;'}, 'said refrigerant-air heat exchanger as a second heat exchanger and being a heat absorption heat exchanger in the cooling mode; and', {'b': '74', 'an expansion device () along the refrigerant flowpath, downstream of the first refrigerant-air heat exchanger and upstream of the second refrigerant-air heat exchanger in the cooling mode.'}], 'a refrigeration system () comprising4. The case of wherein:the water trap vessel comprises a molded plastic.5. (canceled)6. The case of wherein:{'b': '240', 'the plurality of features comprise a plurality of threaded fasteners (); and'}{'b': '250', 'the ...

High Performance Heater

Systems and methods are provided for a high performance heater. In an embodiment, the high performance heater comprises a first stackable tray comprising a first alignment pin that insulates a first heating element disposed in the first stackable tray; a second stackable tray comprising a second alignment pin that insulates a second heating element disposed in the second stackable tray, wherein a top of the first alignment pin fits into a cutout of a bottom of the second alignment pin when the first and second stackable trays are stacked, and wherein the first and second stackable trays comprise one or more materials, an outer diameter and an inner diameter, and wherein an area between the outer diameter and the inner diameter of the stackable trays comprises at least one cutout portion that allows expansion of the material(s) when the high performance heater is at high temperatures. 1. A high performance heater comprising:a first stackable tray comprising a first alignment pin that insulates a first heating element disposed in the first stackable tray;a second stackable tray comprising a second alignment pin that insulates a second heating element disposed in the second stackable tray, wherein a top of the first alignment pin fits into a cutout of a bottom of the second alignment pin when the first and second stackable trays are stacked, andwherein the first and second stackable trays comprise one or more materials, an outer diameter and an inner diameter, and wherein an area between the outer diameter and the inner diameter of the stackable trays comprises at least one cutout portion that allows expansion of the material(s) when the high performance heater is at high temperatures.2. The heater of claim 1 , wherein the stackable trays are assembled together using the first and second alignment pins to form the heater such that the cutout portion(s) are oriented at a predetermined angle with respect to each stackable tray.3. The heater of claim 2 , wherein the ...

STIFFENER RUN-OUT

A panel assembly comprising: a panel (); a stiffener () having a foot (), an upstanding web () and a run-out region at one end; and a fitting (), wherein the stiffener foot is bonded to the panel, and wherein the fitting is attached to the stiffener web and to the panel outboard of the end of the stiffener foot. The outboard end of the web may overhang an outboard end of the foot in the run-out region, of the stiffener. 1. A panel assembly comprising: a panel; a stiffener having a foot , an upstanding web and a run-out region at one end; and a fitting , wherein the stiffener foot is bonded to the panel , and wherein the fitting is attached to the stiffener web and to the panel outboard of the end of the stiffener foot.2. A panel assembly according to claim 1 , wherein an outboard end of the stiffener web overhangs an outboard end of the stiffener foot in the run-out region.3. A panel assembly according to claim 2 , wherein the fitting is attached to at least the overhanging part of the stiffener web.4. A panel assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the fitting is fastened to the stiffener web and/or to the panel.5. A panel assembly according to claim 4 , wherein the fitting is fastened directly to the stiffener web and/or to the panel.6. A panel assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the fitting is not directly bonded to the panel.7. A panel assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the fitting is arranged to provide a gap between the end of the stiffener foot and the fitting.8. A panel assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the fitting is formed in two parts claim 1 , one part being attached on either side of the stiffener web.9. A panel assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the fitting is formed as a unitary part.10. A panel assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the stiffener foot is bonded to the panel by one selected from the group comprising: co-curing claim 1 , co-bonding claim 1 , or secondary bonding.11. A panel assembly according to claim 1 , wherein ...

Method of mounting a photograph utilizing a framing template and mounting assembly

This invention relates to the general field of photo mounting, and more specifically toward a method of mounting a photograph using a novel and unique template and mounting bracket assembly that can be used to effectively mount a photograph. The template has a basic design of a hard surface bordered by four open sections, which can be universally applied to a variety of different sizes and configurations of photographs. The mounting assembly includes four brackets that form the underlying frame of the mounted photograph. 1. A method of mounting a photograph using a photo framing template and mounting assembly , comprising the steps of:first, obtaining a template and a mounting assembly, where the template comprises a center portion, four cutouts, and four handles, where the four cutouts comprise rectangular openings in the template bordered on an inner side by the center portion, bordered on an outer side by an outer edge, and bordered on top and bottom sides by two corners, where the mounting bracket assembly comprises four brackets, where each bracket comprises a top surface, a bottom surface, two ends, an inner surface and an outer surface, where the ends are angled at forty-five (45) degrees from the top surface and the bottom surface, and where at least one of the top surface, bottom surface, two ends, inner surface and outer surface is coated on at least a portion with an adhesive substance, where each bracket additionally comprises a removable, non-tacky protective liner, where each end of each bracket additionally comprises a dovetail socket;second, placing and securing the brackets onto the back of the photograph using the template, wherein the brackets are placed through the cutouts in the template;third, folding and securing a portion of the photograph to each end of each bracket,fourth, rolling each bracket towards the middle of the photographer such that the ends of each bracket mate with another end of another bracket; andfifth, folding and securing a ...

FIXTURES FOR PIPE INSTALLATION, SEALING AND SECURITY

These fixtures aid in installing, sealing and securing pipe. Specifically, the invention aids in mating bell & spigot joints and securely capping open pipe ends of standard polyvinyl chloride (PVC), polyethylene (PE), and acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) pipe products as well as non-plastic piping by enabling equalized full circumference pressure on pipe ends to nudge, seal and/or secure pipe ends during installation or decommissioning. 1. A pipe fixture comprising;a pipe at least partially filled with a fluid medium,a cylindrical body further comprising an inside surface and outside surface,said fixture further comprising a closed end and an open end, said closed end further comprising an outer surface and an inner surface,a resilient insert disposed on at least a portion of said cylindrical body inside surface, anda means for lifting and positioning said fixture on said pipe.2. The fixture of further comprising;a ratchet band removably disposed on said resilient insert,wherein said cylindrical body is coupled to said ratchet band, andwherein said resilient insert extends beyond said cylindrical body inner surface to form a resilient bucket.3. The fixture of further comprising a means for snapping said resilient insert to said pipe.4. The fixture of further comprising a means for snapping said resilient bucket to said pipe.5. The fixture of further comprising;a relief pipe disposed through said cylindrical body and in fluid communication with said fluid medium, anda relief valve disposed on said relief pipe.6. The fixture of further comprisinga striker projection disposed on said closed end, andat least one resilient rib disposed on said cylindrical body inside surface adjacent said pipe.7. The fixture of wherein said fixture open end is cut tapered toward said fixture closed end claim 6 , in a direction opposite said lifting means claim 6 , thereby allowing said fixture to install perpendicular and rest atop said pipe.8. The fixture of further comprising;a ...

Universal Antenna Mounting Bracket

An apparatus for fastening an antenna to several vehicles which have restrictive placement locations is disclosed. One embodiment of the apparatus includes a mounting bracket and a shelf bracket; where the mounting bracket is adapted to be securely attached to several vehicles. An antenna mounts on the shelf bracket and the shelf bracket is adapted to be oriented to a preferred antenna position and to be securely attached to the mounting bracket. 1. An antenna mounting system , comprising:a mounting bracket adapted to couple an antenna to a vehicle, wherein said mounting bracket includes:a first stiffening structure to increase rigidity of the mounting bracket;a second stiffening structure, said second stiffening structure being a second flange formed on at least a portion of an edge of a second side of said mounting bracket;a third stiffening structure, said third stiffening structure being a reinforcement structure coupling said first flange to said second flange;a fourth stiffening structure, said fourth stiffening structure being a third flange formed on at least a second portion of an edge of said first side of said mounting bracket;a fifth stiffening structure, said fifth stiffening structure being a second reinforcement structure coupling said first flange to said third flange;a sixth stiffening structure, said sixth stiffening structure being a fourth flange formed on at least a second portion of an edge of said second side of said mounting bracket; anda seventh stiffening structure, said seventh stiffening structure being a third reinforcement structure coupling said second flange to said fourth flange; a shelf bracket adapted to be securely couple to said mounting bracket and securely couple to an antenna system; wherein said stiffening structure is a flange formed on at least a portion of an edge of a side of said mounting bracket.2. An antenna mounting system , comprising:a mounting bracket adapted to be securely coupled to a vehicle, wherein said ...

BOLT ELEMENT AND A METHOD FOR THE ATTACHMENT OF A BOLT ELEMENT TO A COMPONENT OF A COMPOSITE MATERIAL

A method for the attachment of a bolt element to a component is described. The bolt element has a head part having a contact surface and a shaft part extending away from the head part, the shaft part having a tip provided at its end remote from the head part, the tip merging into a thread cylinder, optionally via a cylindrical region. The bolt element is pressed with the tip to the fore against the component and the tip is pressed through the component until the side of the component adjacent the head part of the bolt element enters to contact the thread cylinder and the tip thereby generates a hole in the component. The bolt element is subsequently turned so that the thread of the thread cylinder forms an internal thread in the wall of the hole. A bolt element is also claimed. 1100100130100100104102102106104110104104112100100110130110130130104100100114110130100100114102102130. A method for the attachment of a bolt element ( , ′) to a component () of a composite material , such as a fiber reinforced plastic part or a fabric reinforced plastic part , wherein the bolt element ( , ′) has a head part () having a contact surface ( , ′) and a shaft part () extending away from the head part () , the shaft part having a tip () provided at its end remote from the head part () , the tip merging into a thread cylinder () optionally via a cylindrical region () , wherein the bolt element ( , ′) is pressed with the tip () to the fore against the component () and the tip () is pressed through the component () until the side of the component () adjacent the head part () of the bolt element ( , ′) enters to contact the thread cylinder () and the tip () thereby generates a hole in the component () , wherein the bolt element ( , ′) is subsequently turned so that the thread of the thread cylinder () forms an internal thread in the wall of the hole and wherein the contact surface ( , ′) is brought into engagement against the said side of the component (). ...

METHOD FOR THE ATTACHMENT OF A HOLLOW ELEMENT SUCH AS A HOLLOW RIVET OR A NUT ELEMENT TO A COMPONENT CONSISTING OF A COMPOSITE MATERIAL

A method for the attachment of a hollow element such as a hollow rivet or a nut element to a component consisting of a composite material, with the element having a flange part and a shaft part or rivet section extending away from the flange part, wherein a rivet section can also be formed at the free end of a shaft part. The hollow element has a central passage which is optionally provided with a thread cylinder. In the method an auxiliary tip is either passed from the flange side of the element remote from the shaft part and/or the rivet section through the passage or is introduced from the side of the free end of the shaft part and/or of the rivet section into the passage such that a conically converging region of the auxiliary tip projects from the free end of the shaft part or of the rivet section. The hollow element is pressed with the tip to the fore against the component and the tip is pressed through the component until the component comes into engagement with the side of the flange part adjacent to it and the tip has produced a hole in the component. 1100130102104106102106104108112126100104108108128126106100126130130114126132. A method for the attachment of a hollow element such as a hollow rivet or a nut element () to a component () consisting of a composite material such as a fiber reinforced plastic part or a fabric reinforced plastic part , with the element having a flange part () and a shaft part () or a rivet section () extending away from the flange part () , wherein a rivet section () can also be formed at the free end of a shaft part () , wherein the hollow element has a central passage () which is optionally provided with a thread cylinder () , wherein an auxiliary tip () is either passed from the flange side of the element () remote from the shaft part () through the passage () , or is introduced from the side of the free end of the shaft part into the passage () , such that a conically converging region () of the auxiliary tip () projects from ...

WEAR ASSEMBLY FOR MACHINERY

Wear assembly for machinery includes wear and support elements and a retaining pin for attaching them to each other. The retaining pin has protrusions and the wear element has cavities such that the protrusions can be passed therethrough. The support element has a recess for receiving one of the protrusions. In a first position the retaining pin can be inserted into the wear and support elements. In a second position one protrusion is snap fitted in one cavity so the retaining pin cannot be rotated to the wear and support elements and the other protrusion is received into the recess abutting an inner surface of the wear element such that the retaining pin cannot be displaced axially to the wear and support elements. 1. A wear assembly for machinery , the assembly comprising a wear element , a support element , and a retaining pin for attaching the wear element and the support element to each other , wherein:the retaining pin has at least first and second angularly and axially spaced retaining protrusions;the wear element has at least first and second cavities such that both the first and second retaining protrusions of the retaining pin can be passed therethrough, andthe support element has at least one inner recess for further receiving the second retaining protrusion of the retaining pin at least partially therein,such thatin a first, angular position of the retaining pin the retaining pin can be inserted both into the wear element and the support element when said elements are attached to each other, andin a second, angular position of the retaining pin, and once the retaining pin is inserted in both the wear element and the support element, the first retaining protrusion of the retaining pin is snap fitted in the first cavity of the wear element such that the retaining pin is prevented from being rotated relative to the wear element and the element and the second retaining protrusion of the retaining pin is received into the inner recess of the support element ...

HYDRAULIC SUPPLY HOSE INCLUDING AN INTEGRAL TENSILE LOAD MEMBER

A supply hose includes a core tube, a first layer, a second layer, and a sheath. The core tube defines a hollow interior that surrounds a central axis and is configured to transport fluid therethrough. The first layer and/or the second layer provide tensile strength to the supply line. The first layer is disposed about the core tube and includes a plurality of first fibers. The first fibers are braided about the core tube at a first angle, relative to the central axis. The second layer is disposed directly on the exterior surface of the first layer and includes a plurality of second fibers. The second fibers are braided about the exterior surface of the first layer at a second angle, relative to the central axis. The sheath may be disposed about the second layer. 1. A hydraulic supply hose extending along a central axis and defining a hollow interior , said supply hose comprising:a first layer including a plurality of first fibers braided about the hollow interior at a first angle, relative to the central axis;a second layer including a plurality of second fibers braided about the hollow interior at a second angle, relative to the central axis;wherein said first angle is substantially greater than said second angle.2. A supply hose claim 1 , as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said first angle is between 52 degrees and 56 degrees claim 1 , relative to said central axis.3. A supply hose claim 1 , as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said second angle is between 28 degrees and 32 degrees claim 1 , relative to said central axis.4. A supply hose claim 1 , as set forth in claim 1 , wherein a combination of said first layer and said second layer may support up to at least 4 claim 1 ,000 pounds with a tensile strain up to at least 10% before failure.5. A supply hose claim 1 , as set forth in claim 1 , wherein each of said plurality of first fibers are at least 15400 denier.6. A supply hose claim 1 , as set forth in claim 1 , wherein each of said plurality of second fibers are ...

FILLING DEVICE

The invention relates to a filling device, in particular for filling a tank with a urea solution, comprising: at least one vehicle-specific pipe element, one standardized filler neck, and one holder, wherein the holder is fixed to said vehicle-specific pipe element via a joining method, particularly a welding method, used for the vehicle-specific pipe element, either in axial and/or in radial and/or in circumferential direction of said vehicle-specific pipe element. 1. A filling device , comprising:at least one vehicle-specific pipe element;one standardized filler neck; andone holder;wherein the holder is fixed to the vehicle-specific pipe element via a joining method used for the vehicle-specific pipe element in at least one of an axial direction, a radial direction and a circumferential direction of the vehicle-specific pipe element.2. The filling device according to claim 1 , wherein standardized filler neck is connected to the vehicle-specific pipe element by means of the joining method.3. The filling device according to claim 1 , wherein the holder includes a mounting section connected to the vehicle-specific pipe element by means of the joining method.4. The filling device according to claim 1 , wherein the vehicle-specific pipe element and the standardized filler neck are made of plastic material claim 1 , and the holder is made of metal.5. The filling device according to claim 3 , wherein the mounting section is either fork-shaped or annularly shaped and encloses claim 3 , at least section-wise claim 3 , the vehicle-specific pipe element.6. The filling device according to claim 5 , wherein the vehicle-specific pipe element includes a receiving section for positively receiving the fork-shaped mounting section of the holder therein.7. The filling device according to claim 3 , wherein the mounting section is followed by a stabilizing section which is arranged in a substantially rectangular manner and extends along the vehicle-specific pipe element.8. The ...

CONTAINER WITH FRANGIBLE DEVICE INTERFACE

Disclosed is an improved an improved cap () for a bottle () which comprises a frangible device interface () including a valve part () and a tethered pull-ring (), which frangible device interface may be removed from the cap preferably after the contents of the bottle are exhausted. 1. A cap for a bottle which includes a frangible device interface comprising a valve part , wherein the bottle contains a liquid or gel product and has a neck upon which is mounted the cap , the cap comprising an interior cavity defined by an annular sidewall , a valve plate , and a cap face , wherein the valve plate further includes a liquid outlet leading from the interior of the bottle into the interior cavity the liquid outlet having an annular wall surrounding a central bore , an outlet valve element , and further depending from the valve plate is a tethered pull-ring which is recessed within the interior cavity , wherein the cap further includes a channel intermediate the annular sidewall and the valve plate and which defines a frangible region of reduced thickness in the material forming the cap.2. The cap for a bottle according to claim 1 , wherein the valve plate further includes a pressure relief valve.3. The cap for a bottle according to claim 1 , wherein the outlet valve element is biased against onto the annular wall by one or more biasing elements.4. A dispenser for dispending liquid or gel product claim 1 , the dispenser including a refill unit containing a quantity of the product to be dispensed claim 1 , and a base unit through which the product is dispensed claim 1 , wherein the base unit includes a receptacle part claim 1 , configured to form a housing for receiving a part of a refill unit which comprises a cap according to mounted on a bottle containing the liquid product claim 1 , the receptacle part including a base and an upwardly projecting spigot which at a proximate end thereof includes one or more castellations and one or more passages claim 1 , wherein the ...

SMART ENERGY CONTROLLED WATER HEATER

A smart energy control module for a water heater includes a switching module that receives a voltage supply and outputs the voltage supply to the water heater. A communication module communicates with at least one of an energy meter and an energy network external to the water heater and the control module. The control module is mounted on the water heater. The voltage supply passes at least one of through and adjacent to the control module. The control module determines at least one operating characteristic of the water heater based on the voltage supply and selectively actuates the switching module to turn on and turn off the voltage supply to the water heater in response to the operating characteristic and information received from the at least one of the energy meter and the energy network. 1. A smart energy control module for a water heater , the water heater including an electrical junction box that receives a voltage supply , the control module comprising:a switching module that receives the voltage supply and outputs the voltage supply to the water heater; anda communication module that i) communicates with at least one of an energy meter and an energy network, the at least one of the energy meter and the energy network being external to the water heater and the control module, and ii) receives information from the at least one of the energy meter and the energy network,wherein the control module is mounted on the water heater,wherein the voltage supply passes at least one of through and adjacent to the control module, andwherein the control module determines at least one operating characteristic of the water heater based on the voltage supply, selectively actuates the switching module to turn on and turn off the voltage supply to the water heater in response to the operating characteristic and the information received from the at least one of the energy meter and the energy network.2. The control module of wherein the communication module wirelessly receives ...

MOUNTING CLAMP AND MOUNTING CLAMP CONFIGURATION FOR PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULE INSTALLATION

Disclosed are photovoltaic module mounting assemblies with mounting clamps for connecting multiple photovoltaic modules into a photovoltaic array. One embodiment of the mounting assembly includes mounting clamps that are positioned on the mounting assembly parallel to the scribe lines of the module. Another embodiment of the mounting assembly uses mounting clamps that are configured to hold a portion of the module at a predetermined distance away from the photovoltaic cells of the module. 1. An apparatus for holding an edge portion of a photovoltaic module , comprising:a support element; anda mounting clamp attached to the support element, the mounting clamp being positioned parallel to scribe lines of the photovoltaic module when holding the edge portion of the photovoltaic module such that at most a single photovoltaic cell of the photovoltaic module is covered by the mounting clamp.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the mounting clamp extends beyond an edge delete area of the photovoltaic module.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein a front edge of the mounting clamp is laterally positioned at least 1 millimeter away from a photovoltaic cell of the photovoltaic module when viewing the module top down such that no photovoltaic cell is covered by the mounting clamp.4. The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the mounting clamp is positioned perpendicular to scribe lines of the photovoltaic module when holding the edge portion of the photovoltaic module.5. The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the front edge of the mounting clamp is laterally positioned about 2 millimeters away from any photovoltaic cell of the photovoltaic module.6. The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the mounting clamp has a width of less than 25 millimeters.7. The apparatus of claim 6 , wherein the mounting clamp has a width of approximately 6 millimeters.8. The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the mounting clamp has a length of approximately 150 millimeters.9. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the ...

APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR GAS TIGHT SECONDARY COPPER STAVE SUPPORT

A secondary stave support for a furnace stave with a water pipe having a first portion of the water pipe external to the furnace stave and a second portion of the water pipe also external to a furnace shell wall comprising: a protection pipe having first and second ends, wherein the protection pipe is coaxially disposed about the water pipe with the first end nearest the stave; and a first gas-tight seal, disposed between the first end of the protection pipe and a third portion of the water pipe, prevents gas flow from within the furnace shell wall into an annular space between the protection pipe and the water pipe. 1. A secondary stave support for a furnace stave with a water pipe having a first portion of the water pipe external to the furnace stave and a second portion of the water pipe also external to a furnace shell wall comprising:a protection pipe having first and second ends, wherein the protection pipe is coaxially disposed about the water pipe with the first end nearest the stave; anda first gas-tight seal, disposed between the first end of the protection pipe and a third portion of the water pipe, preventing gas flow from within the furnace shell wall into an annular space between the protection pipe and the water pipe.2. The secondary stave support of wherein the second portion of the water pipe external to the furnace shell wall is not connected directly claim 1 , or indirectly by any means or structure claim 1 , to the protection pipe.3. The secondary stave support of wherein neither the first or second portions of the water pipe are connected directly claim 1 , or indirectly by any means or structure claim 1 , to the protection pipe.4. The secondary stave support of wherein the annular space between the protection pipe and the water pipe is empty space and the second end of the protection pipe is open.5. The secondary stave support of wherein the first end of the protection pipe is flared outwards and cast within the stave along with the third ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR LOADING A PRE-CURVED ELECTRODE ARRAY ONTO A STRAIGHTENING MEMBER

Exemplary systems and methods for loading a pre-curved electrode array onto a straightening member are described herein. An exemplary system may include a loading tool including a housing and a slider member disposed at least partially within the housing. The slider member may be slidable from a first position to a second position and configured to move a pre-curved electrode array from a curved configuration to a straightened configuration as it slides from the first position to the second position. The exemplary system may also include a straightening member configured to be inserted into the pre-curved electrode array. Corresponding methods are also described. 1. A system for loading a lead comprising a pre-curved electrode array onto a straightening member , the system comprising: a housing, and', 'a slider member disposed at least partially within the housing and slidable relative to the housing from a first position to a second position, wherein in the first position the housing and the slider member define a recess configured to receive the pre-curved electrode array in a curved configuration, wherein in the second position the housing and the slider member define a straightening channel configured to constrain the pre-curved electrode array in a straightened configuration, and wherein the slider member is configured to engage the pre-curved electrode array to move the pre-curved electrode array from the curved configuration to the straightened configuration as the slider member slides from the first position to the second position; and, 'a loading tool comprising'}a straightening member configured to be inserted into the pre-curved electrode array while the pre-curved electrode array is in the straightened configuration and retain the pre-curved electrode array in the straightened configuration after the pre-curved electrode array is removed from the loading tool.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the slider member comprises a straightening edge configured ...

METHOD FOR MOUNTING COMPONENTS ON A SUPPORTING RAIL, AND SYSTEM FOR CARRYING OUT THE METHOD

A method for mounting components, in particular terminal blocks, on a supporting rail, wherein the components are removed from at least one magazine by means of a first device, which comprises a receptacle for the components and moves automatically to and fro between a starting position and an end position, and are plugged onto the supporting rail, which is held in a first mounting position by a second device, includes the second device automatically transferring the supporting rail into a second mounting position after one of the components has been plugged on and a further component, which is arranged next to said component in the longitudinal direction of the supporting rail when the latter is in the fully equipped state, is plugged onto the supporting rail held in the second mounting position, in an analogous manner to the component. 1. A method for mounting components , in particular terminal blocks , on a support rail , the components being removed from at least one magazine and placed onto the support rail retained in a first mounting position by a second device by means of a first device which has a receiving means for the components and moves in an automatic and reciprocating manner between a starting position and an end position , characterised in that the second device automatically transfers the support rail into a second mounting position after the placing of one of the components , and a further component which is arranged adjacently to this component in the longitudinal direction of the support rail in the fully loaded state thereof is , in a similar manner to the component , placed onto the support rail retained in the second mounting position.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the second device positions the support rail in the mounting positions relative to the first device claim 1 , in such a way that the first device removes one of the components from the magazine and carries said component to the support rail in a single linear ...

SNARE INTRODUCER

An introducer with a longitudinal slit is disclosed. The slit may enable a practitioner to remove the introducer from an elongate instrument without removing the elongate instrument from a hub or catheter. A hub having a hub taper is also disclosed. The hub taper may be configured to retain the introducer within the hub in some embodiments. 1. An introducer , comprising:an elongate body member defining a proximal end, a distal end, and a longitudinal axis between the proximal and distal ends;a lumen disposed within the body member;a distal opening in the body member, the distal opening positioned adjacent the distal end of the body member, the distal opening in communication with the lumen;a side port positioned adjacent the proximal end of the body member, the side port extending through a sidewall of the body member the side port in communication with the lumen; anda slit in a sidewall of the body member, the slit extending from the distal opening to the side port, wherein the slit is in communication with the lumen.2. The introducer of claim 1 , further comprising a tab coupled to the proximal end of the body member claim 1 , the tab configured to be grasped by a user.3. The introducer of claim 2 , wherein the tab is coupled to the body member proximal of the side port.4. The introducer of claim 1 , further comprising a bend in the body member claim 1 , the bend located at the same position along the longitudinal axis of the body member as the side port.5. The introducer of claim 1 , wherein the body member comprises a tapered portion having a proximal end and distal end claim 1 , the tapered portion positioned adjacent the distal end of the body member claim 1 , the tapered portion comprising an outside taper such that an outside diameter of the body member at the proximal end of the tapered portion is larger than an outside diameter of the body member at the distal end of the tapered portion.6. The introducer of claim 1 , further comprising an inside taper ...

SKI-CHAIR-LIFT DISPLAY APPARATUS AND METHOD

A display system is easily attached to the safety bar of a chair on a chair lift system at the beginning of a season. The display system includes brackets formed of rails holding clamp portions that may be fastened together to clamp the display system to a chair, such as to the safety bar across the lap of a rider. At the end of a season, the display system may be removed from each chair, the clamp portions removed, and the display systems stacked. In one simplified system, adjacent displays may be stacked back to back, and such adjacent pairs may be stacked with the displays in adjacent pairs positioned face-to-face. Thus, metal brackets on the backs need not scratch up the reading faces or surfaces. Meanwhile, the displays may be stored in minimal space, with great stability, while minimizing wear and damage. 1. A method of providing information to riders of a ski lift , the method comprising:selecting a lift system;selecting a lift chair suspended from a portion of the lift system and having a safety bar extending therealong in front of a seat adapted to a rider in the lift chair; a spine providing stiffness to the display assembly,', 'a plurality of brackets, each bracket thereof comprising a rail and two clamp portions, juxtaposed to one another and selectively attachable, slidable, and separable with respect to the rail,', 'the plurality of brackets, and each bracket thereof further being secured to the spine, being configured to fit around the safety bar, and being selectively adjustable to grip and release the safety bar, and', 'a panel, containing a presentation of information, fixedly secured to the spine, set at a pre-selected angle with respect to the safety bar, and presenting to the rider information visible to the rider;, 'providing a display assembly comprising'}securing the display assembly to the safety bar; andpresenting to the rider information visible thereto from the display assembly during operation of the lift.2. The method of claim 1 , ...

MICROFLUIDIC DEVICE AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING SAME

A microfluidic device and a method of producing it are proposed, in which a film covers a chamber in a carrier. The film is locally re-tightened in the region of the chamber after the film has been secured to the carrier. In this way it is possible to prevent undesirable bulging of the film into the chamber. 1134353464. Device () , having a carrier () , a film () attached to the carrier () and a chamber () formed in the carrier () and open towards the film () , which is covered by a film portion () of the film () ,characterised in that{'b': 1', '6, 'the device () comprises a tightening means for tightening the film portion ().'}2114. Device according to claim 1 , characterised in that the tightening means has a deformation region () for the film ().311334. Device according to claim 2 , characterised in that the deformation region () is formed or arranged in or on the carrier () on a flat side of the carrier () facing the film ().411123411. Device according to claim 2 , characterised in that the deformation region () comprises or is formed by a groove-like depression () in the carrier () and/or the film () is deformed into the deformation region () at least substantially abuts thereon or is connected thereto.511213155. Device according to claim 2 , characterised in that the deformation region () comprises or is formed by a bead-like elevation () of the carrier () claim 2 , that forms an edge () of the chamber ().6111555. Device according to claim 2 , characterised in that the deformation region () extends along an edge () of the chamber () and/or at least substantially completely surrounds the chamber ().7115. Device according to claim 2 , characterised in that in each case a deformation region () is arranged or formed on opposite sides of the chamber ().843101616105. Device according to claim 1 , characterised in that the film () is connected to the carrier () in a first attachment region () and in a second attachment region () claim 1 , while the second attachment ...

PUSH TO CONNECT CONDUIT FITTING WITH FERRULE

A push to connect fitting includes a body member adapted to receive a conduit end, a conduit comprising a first end that can be axially inserted into the body member and a conduit gripping device attached to an exterior surface of the conduit, and a retainer that retains the conduit in place when said conduit is fully inserted into the body member. Additional embodiments include providing a seal with the fitting that seals the exterior surface of the conduit, an optional load retaining sleeve for the conduit gripping device, and an optional gimbal. The push to connect aspect may be realized in the form of a single action unthreaded mechanical connection. 1. A push to connect fitting , comprising:a body member adapted to receive a conduit end,a conduit comprising a first end that can be axially inserted into said body member and a conduit gripping device attached to an exterior surface of said conduit, anda retainer that retains said conduit in place when said conduit is fully inserted into said body member.2. The push to connect fitting of wherein said conduit comprises an annular body having a smooth surface such as a tube or pipe.3. The push to connect fitting of wherein said conduit gripping device comprises a ferrule that is under compression against said exterior surface of said conduit so that at least a portion of said conduit gripping device inside diameter is smaller than the outside diameter of said conduit.4. The push to connect fitting of comprising a seal disposed on said exterior surface of said conduit.5. The push to connect fitting of comprising a seal that seals said exterior surface of said conduit when said conduit is fully inserted into said body member.6. The push to connect fitting of wherein when said conduit is fully inserted into said body member an end face of said conduit engages a internal shoulder in said body member.7. The push to connect fitting of wherein when said conduit is fully inserted into said body member an end face of said ...

METHOD OF ASSEMBLING A PART

A method of permanent assembly between at least a first part formed of a first material on the one hand, and at least a second part formed of a second material on the other hand which is configured to confine the first part in the permanent assembly. 113-. (canceled)14. A method of permanent assembly between at least a first part , formed of a first material , and at least a second part , which is formed of a second material , and which is configured to confine said first part in said permanent assembly , the method comprising:selecting as the first material a metal alloy capable of becoming at least partially amorphous, the second material not being a metal alloy capable of becoming at least partially amorphous;taking the part formed of said second material;shaping the first part and simultaneously assembling said first part to the second part, with said first material having undergone, at a latest at a moment of said shaping, a treatment allowing said material to become at least partially amorphous, the first part and the second part undergoing a thermal cycle consisting in an increase in temperature gradient to ensure at least expansion of the second part followed by a cooling gradient for shrinking the second part around the first part so as to confine said first part;sizing said at least one second part and said at least one first part, and choosing the thermal expansion coefficient of said second material compared to the thermal expansion coefficient of said first material, in order, as appropriate;obtaining a permanent assembly with said second part clamped over said first part if the product of said thermal expansion coefficient of said second material and said cooling gradient is higher than the product of said thermal expansion coefficient of said first material and said cooling gradient;obtaining a permanent assembly with at least a degree of freedom between said second part and said first part if the product of said thermal expansion coefficient of said ...

Wall-Mounted Home Fitness Training Equipment

An overall fitness trainer and can be a wall mounted unit that can utilize clip resistance bands as well as other techniques. These bands generally clip on the unit and onto different handles, bars and attachments to perform exercises. The unit can have a removable/adjustable pull up bar, dip bar and seat. It also includes a spring loaded, pull pin carriage that moves freely up and down a vertical spine. This allows for easy adjustment of the carriage and allows the user to attach the bands at multiple angles, widths and levels. This in turn increases the number of exercises the user can perform on the unit. The unit can be attached to the wall with lag bolts into two or more studs.

Method for Connecting Components

A method for connecting components includes the acts of providing a first component, fixing the first component in a space, where the exact position of the first component in a space does not have to be known or is unknown, determining the exact position of the first component in a space by a position recognition device, which generates the position data that correspond to the position of the first component, attaching or producing at least one first fixing element on the first component by an electronically controlled device, which attaches or produces the at least one first fixing element in a specified position relative to the first component using the determined position data, and fixing a second component on the first component, where a second fixing element, which is provided on the second component, forms a detachable connection with the first fixing element. 1. A method for connecting components , the method comprising the acts of:providing a first component;placing the first component in a space, where an exact position of the first component in the space need not be known or is unknown;determining the exact position of the first component in the space via a position recognition device that generates position data corresponding to a position of the first component;using the determined position data, attaching or producing a first fixing element on the first component in a specified position relative to the first component via an electronically controlled device; andfixing a second component on the first component, where a second fixing element provided on the second component forms a detachable connection with the first fixing element.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the act of determining the exact position of the first component is carried out with a camera system and an electronic evaluation unit.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the act of fixing the second component on the first component is carried out by an electronically ...

Method and Device for Locking a Support Ring to a Scaffolding Column

A method and device for locking of a support ring () to a scaffolding column (), wherein the support ring () is formed with a through opening (), and wherein the support ring () fits in a complementary and displaceable manner onto the scaffolding column (), and wherein the method comprises:—providing an external mantel surface of the scaffolding column () with a longitudinal column track ();—providing an inner mantel () of the support ring () with a ring track ();—displacing a support ring () along and around the scaffolding column ();—positioning the column track () and the ring track () next to each other; and—displacing a thread body () into the column track () and the ring track () during rotation of the thread body () about a longitudinal axis () thereof, a column track depth () and a ring track depth () having a collective depth being smaller than an external thread diameter () of the thread body (). 1. A method for locking of a support ring to a scaffolding column , wherein the support ring is formed with a through opening , and wherein the support ring fits in a complementary and displaceable manner onto the scaffolding column , the method comprising:providing an external mantel surface of the scaffolding column with a longitudinal column track;providing an inner mantel of the support ring with a ring track;displacing a support ring along and around the scaffolding column;positioning the column track and the ring track next to each other; anddisplacing a thread body into the column track and the ring track during rotation of the thread body about a longitudinal axis thereof, a column track depth and a ring track depth having a collective depth being smaller than an external thread diameter of the thread body.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the method further comprises displacing a head portion of the thread body into the column track and the ring track claim 1 , the head portion having a larger cross-section than a core cross-section of the ...

Riveting device for aircraft fuselages

A head of a riveting device—for Hi-Lite type rivets—of at least two components of a structure for installing automatically collars on pins previously inserted in the structure. The head comprises: a collar installation tool; a collar supply to supply collars to the collar installation tool; a tool actuating device; a linear displacement device to linearly move the tool during the threading operation; a withdrawal device arranged to withdraw the second part of the collars; a control arrangement configured to automatically perform the installation of collars on pins and after this the withdrawal of the second part of the collars, using tools and collars appropriate for the pins. Also a robot having as end-effector the head and to a method of riveting two components of an aircraft fuselage are provided.

Power Supply System For a Vehicle Climate Control Unit

A truck includes an alternator having a direct current electrical power output. The truck also includes a combined inverter and charger unit having an alternating current electrical power output, a house battery and a starting battery. The combined inverter and charger unit is configured to charge the house battery and the starting battery. The truck further includes a day cab forming an interior space and a climate control unit for conditioning the interior space of the day cab. The climate control unit is adapted to be powered by an alternating current electrical source. The climate control unit is powered by the alternator through the combined inverter and charger unit when an engine of the truck engine is running, and is powered by the house battery or the starting through the combined inverter and charger unit when the engine is not running. 1. A truck , comprising:an alternator having a direct current electrical power output;a combined inverter and charger unit having an alternating current electrical power output;a house battery;a starting battery, the combined inverter and charger unit configured to charge both of the house battery and the starting battery;a day cab forming an interior space; and wherein the climate control unit is adapted to be powered by an alternating current electrical source, and', 'wherein the climate control unit is powered by the alternator through the combined inverter and charger unit when an engine of the truck is running, and is powered by either the house battery or the starting battery through the combined inverter and charger unit when the engine is not running., 'a climate control unit for conditioning the interior space of the day cab,'}2. A truck as set forth in claim 1 , wherein the truck is a tractor adapted for pulling a semitrailer.3. A truck as set forth in claim 1 , wherein the truck further includes a battery isolator for preventing a flow of current from the starting battery to the house battery.4. A truck as set ...

VALVE FOR DISPENSING A FLUID MATERIAL

A fluid dispenser valve for mounting on a neck () of a reservoir () containing fluid, said valve comprising a valve body () including a metering chamber (), and a valve member () that is movable in said metering chamber () between a rest position and a dispensing position, said metering chamber () including an upper gasket () and a lower gasket () that co-operate in leaktight manner with said valve member (), said valve including a neck gasket () that co-operates in leaktight manner with said valve body () and with said receptacle neck (), said neck gasket () and/or said upper gasket () and/or said lower gasket () being welded or adhesively bonded on the valve body (). 1. A fluid dispenser valve for mounting on a neck of a reservoir containing fluid , said valve comprising a valve body including a metering chamber , and a valve member that is movable in said metering chamber between a rest position and a dispensing position , said metering chamber including an upper gasket and a lower gasket that co-operate in leaktight manner with said valve member , said valve including a neck gasket that co-operates in leaktight manner with said valve body and with said receptacle neck , said valve being characterized in that said neck gasket and/or said upper gasket and/or said lower gasket is/are welded or adhesively bonded on the valve body.2. The valve according to claim 1 , wherein said neck gasket and said lower gasket are formed out of the same material claim 1 , in particular a thermoplastic elastomer.3. The valve according to claim 1 , wherein said neck gasket and said lower gasket and said upper gasket are formed out of the same material claim 1 , in particular a thermoplastic elastomer.4. The valve according to claim 1 , wherein said neck gasket and said lower gasket form a single piece.5. The valve according to claim 1 , wherein said lower gasket forms a lip that extends radially inwards and axially towards the reservoir claim 1 , and that co-operates in leaktight ...

FLANGE PIPE COUPLING

Apparatus and method for clamping a flanged joint, in the form of a clamp that is applied across the flanges, having first and second clamp devices applied to circumferentially separate portions of the flanges, each of the first and second clamp devices having a foot portion to engage an outer face of a flange, and a force driver, e.g. in the form of a tensioning nut and bolt assembly, adapted to press the flanges together from opposite sides of the flanged connection. Typically the flange connection is a bolted connection, with bolts or threaded studs etc passing through the flanges, and typically a foot portion on the apparatus is adapted to engage the outer face of each flange between the bolts, to allow transmission of forces to the flanges without applying forces to the bolts, or the nuts or other fixings attached thereto. Typically the clamping devices are provided at spaced apart locations on the circumference of the flange, and a tensioning band is typically fitted around the head of each clamping device and tensioned to retain the clamping devices in position and to allow fine adjustment of the clamping force. The clamping force applied across the flanged connection is applied not through the existing bolts passing through the flanges, as these might be structurally compromised, but instead is applied through the clamping device of the invention. In this way, structurally intact threaded studs and other components of the invention which are applied to an older failing flanged connection can be certified for use for a further period of time to coincide with or extend beyond the expected lifetime of the flanged connection and the pipeline itself, without disturbing the existing bolts. These can optionally be left in place if desired, as they no longer apply any force, or can optionally be removed according to operator preference. 1. A connection assembly comprising two pipes and a flange clamping apparatus for supporting a flanged connection between the two ...

IRON SOLE PLATE

A sole plate assembly for an electric hand iron, said sole plate assembly comprises a metal outer frame member; a metal retaining ring member shaped to fit inside said metal outer frame member; a flat sole glass or ceramic plate member shaped to fit in said metal retaining ring member; and a flexible seal member arranged to locate in said metal retaining ring member. The construction provides for improved ease of assembly, and a robust sole plate construction. 1. A sole plate assembly for an electric hand iron , said sole plate assembly comprising:a metal outer frame member;a metal retaining ring member shaped to fit inside said metal outer frame member;a flat sole plate member shaped to fit in said metal retaining ring member; anda flexible seal member arranged to locate in said metal retaining ring member.2. The sole plate assembly as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising an upper cover plate arranged to locate adjacent said flat sole plate member claim 1 , such as to provide a void space between said sole plate member and said upper cover plate.3. The sole plate assembly as claimed in any one of the preceding claims claim 1 , wherein said cover plate locates on top of said seal member.4. The sole plate as claimed in any one of the preceding claims claim 1 , wherein said metal retaining strip member forms a ring of a shape configured to surround said flat sole plate member.5. The sole plate as claimed in any one of the preceding claims claim 1 , wherein said metal retaining strip comprises:a first substantially flat portion;a second substantially flat portion spaced apart from said first substantially flat portion; andan up right portion joining said first and second substantially flat portions together and extending there between.6. The sole plate assembly as claimed in claim 5 , wherein said second substantially flat portion has a lower face which is arranged in use to be substantially in a same plane as a lower face of said outer metal frame member.7. The ...

HVAC BASE AND RETURN AIR SYSTEM

A base is provided for installation of an HVAC system which allows for high efficiency air intake. The HVAC base and air return system provides for intake of air simultaneously through the bottom and side of a furnace unit. The HVAC base and air return system allow for installation and use of a wider filter box. 1. A furnace base for high efficiency airflow comprising:a first lateral wall member that is substantially rectangular in shape;a second lateral wall member that is substantially rectangular in shape;a third lateral wall member that is substantially rectangular in shape;a bottom side member that is substantially rectangular in shape;one or more furnace support members;wherein the first and second wall members are configured substantially at right angles to each other and the second and third lateral wall members are configured substantially at right angles to each other, the first, second and third lateral wall members forming three lateral walls of a rectangular box;wherein a first perimeter edge of the first lateral wall member, a first perimeter edge of the second lateral wall member, and a first perimeter edge of the third lateral wall member are respectively coupled to the bottom side member substantially along a first, second, and third perimeter edge of the bottom side member;wherein a fourth side of the rectangular box is defined by an opening to permit air to pass through said forth side of the rectangular box;wherein the one or more support members are disposed in an interior portion of the rectangular box for supporting a furnace unit; andwherein one or more rims extend from a plurality of the first, second and third lateral wall members, said one or more rims configured to extend over at least a portion of a furnace unit.2. The furnace base of claim 1 , wherein at least one or more of the first claim 1 , second and third lateral wall members claim 1 , the bottom side member claim 1 , the one or more furnace support members claim 1 , and the one ...

Low-Pressure Process Apparatus

A method for disassembling a low-pressure process apparatus. The method provide a transmission device and a low-pressure process apparatus; and moves the housing to a transmission device in a first horizontal direction via the first roller set. 1. A method for disassembling a low-pressure process apparatus , comprising:providing a transmission device and a low-pressure process apparatus; andmoving the housing to the transmission device in a first horizontal direction via the first roller set.2. The method as claimed in wherein the transmission device comprises at least one second roller set claim 1 , and when the housing is horizontally moved claim 1 , the first and the second roller sets are located on a first plane.3. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the low pressure process apparatus comprises:a base;a stage, disposed on the base supporting the substrate;a housing, detachably disposed on the base and moving between a first position and a second position, wherein when the housing is in a first position, the housing and the base form a chamber to receive the stage; andat least one first roller set, wherein when the housing is detached, the first roller set contacts and supports the housing to facilitate movement thereof in the first horizontal direction. This present application is a divisional application of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/085,209, filed Apr. 12, 2011, which is a divisional application of and claims priority from U.S. patent application Ser. No. 11/421,501, filed Jun. 1, 2006, now U.S. Pat. No. 7,958,612, issued on Jun. 14, 2011, the content of which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety.1. Field of the InventionThe invention relates to a low-pressure process apparatus, and in particular to a low-pressure process apparatus for drying photoresist.2. Description of the Related Artshows a conventional low-pressure process apparatus comprising a base , a housing , a stage , supporting elements , actuating devices and an ...

Article Selection and Placement Assembly and Method

An apparatus is disclosed for applying tags with attached elastic anchor bands onto the tops of objects such as bottles in a high speed packaging application. The apparatus includes an infeed assembly for feeding a web, a conveyor assembly that receives a web and conveys it along a path in an upstream direction, a rotating selector wheel, a placement assembly, a pair of rotating jaw assembles, a vacuum cup of the selector wheel, and stretched elastic bands over the tops of respective bottles being conveyed along a path below the placing assembly. The elastic bands then snap onto the tops of their respective bottles to secure the tags to the bottles. 1. An article selection and placement assembly comprising:an infeed assembly for continuously feeding a supply of articles to be placed on objects;a conveyor assembly receiving the supply of articles from the infeed assembly and moving the articles in an upstream direction;a selector assembly at an upstream end of the conveyor assembly configured to select individual articles from the supply of articles moving on the conveyor assembly; anda placing assembly configured to receive selected articles, to prepare the selected articles for placement onto objects, and to place the prepared articles on the objects.2. The article selection and placement assembly as claimed in wherein the infeed assembly is configured to carry at least two supplies of articles.3. The article selection and placement assembly as claimed in wherein the conveyor assembly comprises an endless belt.4. The article selection and placement assembly as claimed in further comprising an array of spaced bars on the endless belt configured to receive and carry the supply of articles.5. The article selection and placement assembly as claimed in wherein the spaced bars extend transversely from an edge of the endless belt to free end portions and wherein the free end portions are configured to receive and carry the supply of articles.6. The article selection and ...

Apparatus and Method for Inserting a Component Through the Surface of a Workpiece

A rotary tool () for use with a rotary driving unit () for inserting a component (″) through a surface of a workpiece made of a material showing friction-induced plasticity such as aluminum, includes a tool body () having a working end () defining a shoulder portion () and a securing device (′) for selectively engaging the component to impart rotation thereof in a first direction while applying an axial force of a sufficient magnitude onto the component to produce insertion thereof by plasticizing the material through friction. The shoulder portion is provided with a deburring device () capable of being displaced from an inoperative position upon rotation of the tool body () in the first rotation direction (), to an operative position whenever the tool body is caused to rotate in an opposite direction (′), to provide deburring of the workpiece surface. 1. A rotary tool for use with a rotary driving unit for inserting a component through a surface of a workpiece made of a first material showing friction-induced plasticity to attach said component to the workpiece , said component having an insert portion extending along an insertion axis of said component , at least an outer surface of said insert portion being made of a second material harder than said first material , said tool comprising:a tool body adapted to be operationally coupled to the rotary driving unit and having a working end defining a shoulder portion; anda securing device provided on the tool body for selectively engaging the component to impart rotation thereof upon operation of the rotary driving unit in a first direction while applying an axial force of a sufficient magnitude onto the component to produce insertion of the insert portion along said axis by plasticizing the first material through friction at least until said shoulder portion is contacting said workpiece surface while maintaining said axial force during a sufficient setting time without rotation to produce said attachment;wherein said ...

Carrier for a Motorcycle

A golf club carrier for a motorcycle which includes a frame with a front and a back, a top and a bottom. Two vertical supports provided as the back. The vertical supports each have a first end and a second end. A horizontal support extends perpendicular from the second end of the vertical supports. A mounting means is provided for mounting the horizontal support to a rear of a motorcycle body. A golf club bag support platform extends outwardly from the second end of the vertical support and over the horizontal support. A securing means is provided for securing a golf club bag within the frame. A cross support member is secured to the golf club bag support platform and as well as being secured to and traversing the horizontal support.

Multiple-Use Bracket for Lighting Device Installation

This application discloses a bracket device used for mounting outdoor solar lighting on various types of surfaces, including but not limited to block walls, chain link fences, wooden fences and flat walls or for holding outdoor solar lighting devices as stand-alone fixtures. 1. An apparatus for mounting a solar light post to any one of a plurality of objects , comprising:a main support structure, the main support structure having a substantially flat main shape, a main upper end and a main lower end;a top, the top having a substantially flat top shape, a top front end and a top back end, the top back end being connected to the main upper end by an approximate ninety degree angle in a forward direction approximately perpendicular to a main plane of the substantially flat main shape;a top face, the top face having a substantially flat top face shape and a top face upper, the top face upper end being connected to the top front end by an approximate ninety degree angle in a downward direction approximately perpendicular to a top plane of the substantially flat top shape;a bottom, the bottom having a substantially flat bottom shape, a bottom front end and a bottom back end, the bottom back end being connected to the main lower end by an approximate ninety degree angle in a forward direction approximately perpendicular to the main plane of the substantially flat main shape;a bottom face, the bottom face having a substantially flat bottom face shape, a bottom face upper end and a bottom face lower end, the bottom face lower end being connected to the bottom front end by an approximate ninety degree angle in a upward direction approximately perpendicular to a bottom plane of the substantially flat bottom shape; anda bottom lip, the bottom lip having a substantially flat bottom lip shape and a bottom lip front end, the bottom lip front end being connected to the bottom face upper end by an approximate ninety degree angle in a backward direction approximately perpendicular to ...

Lid member with waterproof function, and method of manufacturing thereof

A lid member with a waterproof function opening and closing an opening portion formed in a housing is structured by a rubber-like elastic material seal portion provided with a projection portion which is integrally formed in one surface of a resin main body of the lid member and is stored within the opening portion, an annular projection portion which is integrally formed in an outer peripheral surface of the projection portion and comes into close contact with a peripheral surface of the opening portion, and a reinforcing portion which extends from the annular projection portion to the vicinity of a junction portion of the outer peripheral surface with the main body, and a thermoplastic elastomer retention portion which exists so as to come into close contact with an outer peripheral surface of the reinforcing portion, and is integrally formed in a side of the main body.

WEIGHT EXERCISE APPARATUS

According to the present invention, there is provided a weight apparatus, that includes a body. A first cavity is defined within the body such that it extends to an open end. A cap is configured to engage the body at the open end of the first cavity such that the first cavity is closed. A master latch configured to be retained by the cap. The cap is configured to rotate between an open first position and a closed second position. In the open first position, the cap can be separated from the body such that the first cavity is accessible and in the closed second position the cap cannot be separated from the body. The master latch is configured to secure the cap in the second position when the master latch is in a latched position. A safety latch is configured to secure the master latch in the latched position. 1. A weight apparatus , comprising:a body that has a first cavity defined therein and the cavity extends from a closed end to an open end;a cap configured to engage the body at the open end of the first cavity such that the first cavity is closed;a master latch configured to be retained by the cap;the cap being configured to rotate between an open first position and a closed second position, wherein in the open first position the cap can be separated from the body such that the first cavity is accessible and in the closed second position the cap cannot be separated from the body;and the master latch being configured to move between an unlatched first position wherein the master latch does not interfere with rotation of the cap and a latched second position wherein the master latch does interfere with rotation of the cap.2. The weight apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the cap includes a safety latch that is configured to move between an off first position wherein the master latch is free to move between the unlatched position and the latched position and an on second position wherein the master latch is not free to move between the unlatched position and ...

LOW NOX BURNER FOR A WATER HEATER

A method of assembling multiple low NOburners (), a low NOburners () and a tankless gas-fired water heater () are disclosed. The method includes the step of assembling multiple bodies (), each body () includes multiple first burner ports () connected to a first burner inlet () and multiple second burner ports () connected to a second burner inlet (). The method also includes the step of selecting one of the bodies () and inserting a first inlet tube () into the second burner inlet () to provide a fuel/air mixture to the second burner ports () at a first rate. The method also includes the step of selecting one of the bodies () and inserting a second inlet tube () into the second burner inlet () to provide the fuel/air mixture to the second burner ports () at a second rate different from the first rate. 1. A method of assembling a plurality of low NOburners , the method comprising:assembling a plurality of bodies, each body including a plurality of first burner ports connected to a first burner inlet and a plurality of second burner ports connected to a second burner inlet;selecting one of the plurality of bodies and inserting a first inlet tube into the second burner inlet to provide a fuel/air mixture to the second burner ports at a first rate; andselecting one of the plurality of bodies and inserting a second inlet tube into the second burner inlet to provide the fuel/air mixture to the second burner ports at a second rate different than the first rate.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising supplying a fuel-lean fuel/air mixture to the first burner inlets; andsupplying a fuel-rich fuel/air mixture to the second burner inlets.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the second burner ports are positioned to the outside of the first burner ports.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein each of the first inlet tube and the second inlet tube includes a cylindrical portion claim 3 , a tip claim 3 , and a longitudinal axis claim 3 , the tip extending from an end of the ...

TRASH CANS WITH FEATURES TO AID IN ACTUATION

Certain embodiments of a trash can include a cap with a lid and an actuator. The actuator can extend outwardly from the cap at a downward angle. The actuator can be configured to maintain the lid in a closed position when a locking portion of the actuator is engaged with a securement portion of the lid. The lid can be rotationally biased toward an open position and the actuator can be configured to release the lid from the closed position upon an input of force on the actuator. The range of effective angles for the input force can enable a user of the trash can to easily open the lid by contacting the actuator with from a wide variety of angles. 1. A refuse storage receptacle comprising:a body comprising an interior cavity and at least one opening located on a top portion of the body; and a cap having an upper portion and a lower portion, the lower portion configured to engage with the body, the cap having an opening configured to allow refuse to pass through the cap and into to the interior cavity of the body;', 'a lid rotationally connected to the cap in the region of the opening, the lid having a shape that generally corresponds to the shape of the opening in the cap, the lid comprising at least one hinge attachment member on a first side of the lid and a securement member on a second side of the lid generally opposite the first side, the at least one hinge attachment member configured to connect to the one or more lid engagement members of the cap, the lid configured to transition between an opened configuration and a closed configuration, wherein the lid inhibits access to the opening in the cap when the lid is in a closed configuration;', 'an actuator rotationally connected to the cap, the actuator extending outwardly and downwardly from the outer edge of the cap, the actuator configured to rotate between an open position and a closed position, the actuator rotationally biased toward the closed position; and', 'a locking member configured to engage with the ...

FLUIDIC ACTOR COMPRISING DEFORMABLE SEAL ARRANGEMENT AND LONG STORABILITY

A fluidic actuator includes a basic arrangement having at least one cavity formed therein, an activatable substance within the cavity, and a deformable seal arrangement. The activatable substance, exemplarily an electrolyte, may be converted, at least partly, by suitable activation and thus cause a change in pressure in the cavity. The deformable seal arrangement serves for sealing the cavity. The seal arrangement includes an element containing paraffin and may be deformed when activating the activatable substance due to the change in pressure of the activatable substance. A corresponding method of manufacturing includes the following steps: providing the basic arrangement; forming a cavity, which is open on at least one side, in the basic arrangement; introducing the activatable substance into the cavity; and sealing the cavity using the deformable seal arrangement which includes an element containing paraffin. 1. A fluidic actuator comprising:a basic arrangement comprising at least one cavity formed therein;an activatable substance within the cavity, configured to be converted, at least partly, by means of suitable activation and thus cause a change in pressure in the cavity; anda deformable seal arrangement for sealing the at least one cavity, wherein the seal arrangement comprises a film comprising a paraffin portion or an expandable film comprising a paraffin layer on at least one main surface and may be deformed when activating the activatable substance due to the change in pressure.2. The fluidic actuator in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the expandable film comprises at least one of the following materials: natural rubber claim 1 , silicone rubber claim 1 , butyl rubber claim 1 , and polybutadiene.3. The fluidic actuator in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the paraffin layer is arranged on the expandable film in the area of the at least one cavity.4. The fluidic actuator in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the paraffin layer is arranged on the ...

Freight-Flat Safe

A knockdown safe or security box precursor is made of a flat base, side panels, end panels and a collar which together form a box. The sides and ends are joined together and to the base by fasteners which allow the box to be freighted as a stack of panels and components and then erected as a box by the use of fasteners which are only accessible from inside the box. 1. A knockdown box being a lidless precursor of a safe , a toolbox or security box made of sheet metal components and panels including a base , a pair of ends , a pair of sides which together form a box , a collar securable to the sides for lid attachment , wherein the side and ends are joined to each other and to the base and the collar is attached to the sides and ends by fasteners which allow the box to be freighted as a stack of panels and components and then erected as a box by the application of fasteners which are only accessible from inside the box.2. A knockdown lidless precursor of a safe as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the sides each have a pair of edge channels claim 1 , the ends each have a pair of edge channels claim 1 , the channels have bores so that when the edge channels of the ends inter-engage with the edge channels of the sides claim 1 , the bores mutually register.3. A knockdown lidless precursor of a safe as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the bores which lie in register in each pair of inter-engaged channels receive fasteners which project from a linear ganged connector claim 1 , whereby ganged fasteners project into the bores in order to be lockable and unlockable from inside the box.4. A knockdown lidless precursor of a safe as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the opposite edges of the side panels and end panels claim 2 , both have pairs of opposite edges claim 2 , each of which forms a channel which is substantially S-shaped in section.5. A knockdown lidless precursor of a safe as claimed in claim 3 , wherein the ganged connector is a strip or channel with threaded bolts extending from ...

Textile covering incorporating an optical fibre and associated installation method

A textile covering, comprising an under-layer in contact with a rear face of a layer of textile fibres, and comprising an optical fibre housed inside a routing groove in the under-layer, an end portion of the optical fibre extending through the layer of textile fibres via a support device of the optical fibre. The support device comprises a fixing ring and a heat-shrink tubing covering part of the fixing ring and of the end portion. The fixing ring comprises a base in contact with the rear face and a cylindrical portion into which the end portion of the optical fibre is inserted. The textile covering may be used as carpet equipping the floor of an aircraft cabin. 1. A textile covering comprising an under-layer in contact with a rear face of a layer of textile fibres , wherein the textile covering comprises an optical fibre housed inside a routing groove in said under-layer , an end portion of the optical fibre extending through the layer of textile fibres by means of a support device of the optical fibre , the support device comprising a fixing ring and a heat-shrink tubing covering part of said fixing ring and of the end portion , the fixing ring comprising a base in contact with said rear face and a cylindrical portion into which the end portion of the optical fibre is inserted.2. The textile covering according to claim 1 , wherein the cylindrical portion has an internal diameter substantially equal to the external diameter of the optical fibre and the base comprises a cut-out for said optical fibre to pass through.3. The textile covering according to claim 2 , wherein said base is formed by an annular portion around one end of the cylindrical portion of the fixing ring claim 2 , the pass-through cut-out extending substantially in the direction of a radius of the annular portion.4. A method for installing an optical fibre in a textile covering claim 2 , comprising the following steps:inserting an end portion of the optical fibre into a fixing ring;crimping said ...

Condensate Prevention Hood

The invention relates to a device for controlling the temperature of laboratory vessels, comprising at least one vessel receptacle for receiving the laboratory vessels, at least one removably designed peripheral unit, and a base unit which has a temperature control device and a mounting for placing the at least one removable peripheral unit in a defined position, characterised in that the base unit and the at least one peripheral unit each have at least one coupling element, with said elements, when the peripheral unit is placed onto the base unit in the defined position, forming at least one releasable coupled pair by which the electrical power and/or at least one signal can be transmitted. 1. A device for controlling the temperature of laboratory vessels withat least one vessel receptacle for receiving the laboratory vesselsat least one removably designed peripheral unit, and witha base unit having a temperature control device and a mount for placing the at least one removable peripheral unit in a defined position, characterised in that the base unit and the at least one peripheral unit each have at least one coupling element, which, when the peripheral unit is placed on the base unit in the defined position, form at least one releasable coupled pair, through which electric power and/or at least one signal can be transmitted.2. The device according to claim 1 , characterised in that the respective coupling elements of the at least one releasable coupled pair are separated from one another galvanically.3. The device according to claim 2 , characterised in that claim 2 , through said at least one releasable coupled pair optical and/or inductive and/or capacitive electric power coupled pair and/or at least one signal can be transmitted.43. The device according to one of to claim 1 , characterised in that at least one respective coupling element in the base unit and the peripheral unit is a coil claim 1 , and that both coils together claim 1 , in the defined position ...

PROTECTIVE INSERT

A protective insert () for protecting e.g. coils or rolls of sheet steel or aluminium is disclosed. The protective insert () is open and diametrically adjustable. The ends of the protective insert () may be adjustably engaged by means of engagement means (). The engagement means () permit diametrical adjustment and locking of the diameter of the protective insert () to a suitable diameter. A method of protecting a portion of an object (), in particular a roll of sheet material having a hollow core, is also disclosed. 1. A protective insert , for protecting a portion of an object having a hollow core , said protective insert comprising a sleeve and a flange , said flange extending radially outwards from the circumference of said sleeve , said protective insert having engagement means and being diametrically adjustable , said sleeve and said flange being open , wherein;a first flange portion, and a second flange portion, ora first sleeve portion and a second sleeve portion, comprise first engagement means for adjustably engaging;said first flange portion and said second flange portion,or said first sleeve portion and said second sleeve portion,characterised in that,said first engagement means comprises a slot and a pin, said slot and said pin being present on different sleeve portions, or on different flange portions, the protective insert further comprising a second engagement means, comprising at least one first ridge or notch and at least one second ridge.2. A protective insert according to claim 1 , wherein for a first interval of the diameter of the protective insert claim 1 , the pin can be inserted into the slot claim 1 , whereas for a second interval of the diameter of the protective insert claim 1 , the pin can not be disengaged from the slot.3. A protective insert according to claim 1 , wherein said at least one first ridge or notch are formed on the flange under side of said first flange portion claim 1 ,and said at least one second ridge are formed on the ...

TEMPERATURE AND LOW WATER MONITORING FOR BOILER SYSTEMS

A dual functionality temperature control measurement and low water cutoff measurement system is taught within a single tapping to a boiler. This dual functionality combines a low water cutoff and temperature sensor into one control utilizing a sensing element suitable for use in a single existing tapping for a boiler. Independent of low water functionality, the temperature sensor is also capable of monitoring temperature as a replacement probe in an existing temperature sensor-only well. A conductive member provides a compression fit inside the probe well for thermistors, while simultaneously providing conduction with the well interior for a low water cutoff signal in a two-conductor well. 1. A removable probe insertable within a well in a boiler tapping comprising a low water cutoff sensor in electrical communication with said well interior by a resilient flexing connection.2. The removable probe of claim 1 , wherein said low water cutoff sensor includes a conductive member comprising a solidly-shaped conductive material claim 1 , said solidly-shaped conductive material in electrical communication with said well interior by said resilient flexing connection without soldering or welding said conductive member to the interior of said well.3. The removable probe of claim 1 , wherein the low water cutoff sensor further includes a conductive nut for threadedly securing into said boiler tapping claim 1 , said conductive nut in electrical communication with an interior wall of said boiler forming a conductive path between said interior wall of said boiler and said well when water within said boiler interior surrounds and contacts said well claim 1 , said conductive path is open when said water within said boiler interior does not surround or contact said well.4. A removable probe insertable within a well in a boiler tapping having a dual measurement function claim 1 , comprising:a temperature sensor; anda low water cutoff sensor in electrical communication with said well ...

Device for supplying securing elements

A device configured to supply securing elements to a processing unit. The device includes at least two provision channels configured to secure elements of different types, by way of which the securing elements are conveyed into a common supply unit, and a processing channel through which the securing elements are conveyed individually from the supply unit to the processing unit. The securing elements are acted on with variable compressed air in the processing channel in order to convey the securing elements to the processing unit, the pressure of the compressed air being adjustable in accordance with the specific type of the respective securing element.

MODULAR WELDING SYSTEM

The invention described herein generally pertains to modular welding system which can switch between right-handed and left-handed wire feeders by use of the modular design and without having a duplicative dual feed system. This aspect is important with robotic welding as well as boom-mounted welding operations. 1. A modular welding system which comprises: at least one gas inlet connector;', 'at least one welding control cable connector;, 'at least one controller module, each of said at least one controller modules comprising'}at least one user interface module operatively connected to said at least one controller module;at least one separable wire drive module positionable from a first position to a second position, each of said separable wire drive modules comprising a feed module, the wire drive module connected to and in operative communication with said at least one controller module such that repositioning said wire drive module from said first position to said second position maintains said at least one gas inlet connector and said at least one welding control cable connector on the same plane; andat least one wire feeding means for supplying welding wire to said wire drive module, and whereinsaid wire drive module is configurable to feed wire in either a first position or a second position.2. The welding system of whereinsaid wire feeding means is selected from the group consisting of a reel stand for supporting a reel of wire and providing said wire to said wire feeder and a welding wire container providing said wire to said wire feeder.3. The welding system of whereinsaid at least one separable wire drive module is positionable from said first position to said second position by rotation of said wire drive module about a central longitudinal axis of said wire drive module which is parallel to a wire feed axis.4. The welding system of whereinsaid at least one separable wire drive module is positionable from said first position to said second position by ...

Thermal Textile Sleeve Having An Outer Robust Metallic Layer And Method Of Enhancing The Robustness Of A Thermal Sleeve Therewith

A tubular thermal sleeve assembly for providing protection to an elongate member and method of enhancing the robustness of a thermal sleeve with the assembly is provided. The thermal sleeve assembly includes a tubular wall of insulative material having an outer surface and an inner surface bounding a cavity extending along a longitudinal central axis for receipt of the elongate member. The assembly further includes a flexible outer layer of metallic material extending along the longitudinal central axis between opposite ends with the metallic material having a plurality of openings formed between the opposite ends. 1. A tubular thermal sleeve assembly for providing protection to an elongate member , comprising:a tubular wall of insulative material having an outer surface and an inner surface bounding a cavity extending along a longitudinal central axis for receipt of the elongate member; anda flexible outer layer of metallic material extending along said longitudinal central axis between opposite ends with a plurality of openings extending between said opposite ends.2. The tubular thermal sleeve assembly of further including a latch configured to move from an unlatched position to a latched position to releasably fix said flexible outer layer about said tubular wall of insulative material.3. The tubular thermal sleeve assembly of wherein said latch has a plurality of hooks configured for attachment within said openings claim 2 , said latch further including a lever operable to move said hooks toward one another to a latched position to reduce an inner diameter of said flexible outer layer to maintain said flexible outer layer about said tubular wall of insulative material.4. The tubular thermal sleeve assembly of wherein said latch has a body with a first one of said pair of hooks fixed thereto with said lever being pivotally coupled to said body.5. The tubular thermal sleeve assembly of where said lever is operably attached to a second one of said pair of hooks by ...

VENTED SPOUT

A fluid container including a container having an opening and a spout assembly connected to the opening. The spout assembly is connectable to the opening. The spout assembly includes a cap, first and second tubular portions, and at least one corrugated portion. The cap is securable so as to substantially cover the opening. The first tubular portion is connected to the cap. The at least one corrugated portion is fluidically coupled between the first tubular portion and the second tubular portion. The second tubular portion being insertable into the first tubular portion. 1. A fluid container , comprising:a container having an opening; and a cap securable to substantially cover said opening;', 'a first tubular portion connected to said cap;', 'a second tubular portion; and', 'at least one corrugated portion fluidically coupled between said first tubular portion and said second tubular portion, said second tubular portion being insertable into said first tubular portion., 'a spout assembly connectable to said opening, said spout assembly including2. The fluid container of claim 1 , wherein said spout assembly further includes a third tubular portion claim 1 , said at least one corrugated portion including a first corrugated portion and a second corrugated portion claim 1 , said first corrugated portion being connected to said first tubular portion and said third tubular portion claim 1 , said second corrugated portion being connected between said second tubular portion and said third tubular portion.3. The fluid container of claim 2 , wherein said first tubular section has a first diameter claim 2 , said second tubular section has a second diameter claim 2 , said third tubular section has a third diameter claim 2 , said second diameter being less than said first diameter.4. The fluid container of claim 3 , wherein said third diameter is less than said first diameter and said third diameter being larger than said second diameter.5. The fluid container of claim 1 , ...

TEMPERATURE-INDEPENDENT TURGOR PRESSURE MEASUREMENT DEVICE, METHOD FOR PRODUCING SAID MEASUREMENT DEVICE, AND A METHOD FOR TEMPERATURE COMPENSATION FOR SAID MEASUREMENT DEVICE

The invention relates to a clamp element for a temperature-independent turgor pressure measurement device for measuring the turgor pressure in a plant sample. 2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising the step: before completely curing of the third amount of potting material claim 1 , forming a negative top structure on the surface of the potting material in accordance with a surface structure of a plant.3. The method according to claim 2 , wherein the negative top structure is stamped into the surface of the potting material.4. The method according to claim 3 , wherein the top structure is formed by means of a counter clamp element of the turgor pressure measurement device having a corresponding counter structure.5. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising the step: after completely curing of the third amount of potting material claim 1 , forming a negative top structure on the surface of the potting material in accordance with a surface structure of a plant.6. The method according to claim 5 , wherein the top structure is formed by means of a counter clamp element of the turgor pressure measurement device having a corresponding counter structure.7. The method according to claim 6 , wherein the top structure is formed by stamping by means of the counter clamp element of the turgor pressure measurement device at a temperature of about 30° C. for a time period of 24 to 120 hours.8. The method according to claim 7 , wherein a transfer material is clamped between the third amount of potting material of the clamp element and the counter clamp element claim 7 , wherein the time period is to be selected depending on the transfer material.9. The method according to claim 2 , wherein the negative top structure is substantially concave.10. A clamp element for a turgor pressure measurement device for measuring the turgor pressure in a plant sample claim 1 , produced in accordance with the method according to .11. A clamp element for a turgor pressure ...

KITCHEN HOB

The hob () comprises at least one support element (), defining at least one visible surface () intended to be facing upwardly and at least one laying surface () intended to be facing downwardly, which can be placed onto a bearing structure (L) and made of material coming from at least one natural stone and comprising at least one reinforcement slab () integrally associated with the laying surface (). 110-. (canceled)11. A hob comprising:at least one support element which can be placed on a bearing structure and made of natural stone or an agglomerate of at least one natural stone a said support element defining at least one visible surface intended to be facing upwardly, and at least one laying surface intended to be facing downwardly;one or more elements which can be heated that face said visible surface;at least one reinforcement slab integrally associated with said laying surface; andone or more openings passing through said support element and said reinforcement slab for the insertion and housing of said elements which can be heated, each of said openings being defined by at least one first notch passing through said support element and by at least one second notch passing through said reinforcement slab, said at least one first notch and said at least one second notch being aligned,wherein a supply element of said elements which can be heated are integrally associated with said reinforcement slab, said supply element being provided from the opposite side of said support element.12. The hob according to claim 11 , further comprising a lower locking element of said elements which can be heated suitable to prevent displacement thereof with respect to at least said support element along at least one first direction.13. The hob according to claim 12 , wherein said locking element includes at least one blocking bracket suitable to rest against at least one between said support element and said reinforcement slab claim 12 , from the opposite put with respect to said ...

Thermal Ducting System

A thermal ducting system for electronic equipment in an electronic equipment enclosure is provided. The thermal ducting system includes a top duct, a bottom duct spaced apart from the top duct, a side duct extending from the top duct to the bottom duct and along an intake side of the electronic equipment, and at least one baffle positioned in the side duct. 1. A thermal ducting system for electronic equipment in an electronic equipment enclosure , the thermal ducting system comprising:a top duct;a bottom duct spaced apart from the top duct,wherein the top duct and the bottom duct define an area for receiving the electronic equipment therebetween, andwherein each of the top duct and the bottom duct are in fluid communication with a front of the electronic equipment enclosure such that the top duct and the bottom duct receive cooled air from the front of the electronic equipment enclosure;a side duct extending from the top duct to the bottom duct and along an intake side of the electronic equipment,wherein the side duct is in fluid communication with the top duct and the bottom duct such that the side duct receives the cooled air from the top duct and the bottom duct; andat least one baffle positioned in the side duct,wherein the at least one baffle decreases velocity and increases static pressure of the cooled air as the cooled air is routed from the top duct and the bottom duct to the intake side of the electronic equipment.2. The thermal ducting system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one baffle is connected to the side duct.3. The thermal ducting system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one baffle is perpendicular to the intake side of the electronic equipment.4. The thermal ducting system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one baffle includes a perforated portion.5. The thermal ducting system of claim 4 , wherein the at least one baffle includes an imperforated portion.6. The thermal ducting system of claim 5 , wherein the imperforated portion is positioned ...

CORNER BOARDS, CONTAINER ASSEMBLIES INCLUDING THE SAME, AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME

A corner board includes first and second sides, each including a board material; a bend between the first and second sides, joining first and second sides together; and a slit adjacent to a first end of the corner board, the slit completely crossing the bend and partially crossing the first and second sides. In addition, a method of manufacturing a corner board includes bending a board stock to form first and second sides of the corner board with an angle therebetween; cutting the board stock into fixed lengths, the bent and cut board stock forming the corner board; and forming a slit near a first end of the corner board. The present corner board may be advantageously rested or placed along a vertical edge of a container or stack of containers. 1. A corner board , comprising:first and second sides, each comprising a board material;a bend between the first and second sides, joining first and second sides together; anda slit adjacent to a first end of the corner board, the slit completely crossing the bend and partially crossing the first and second sides.2. The corner board of claim 1 , wherein the board material comprises paper claim 1 , cardboard claim 1 , pressed and/or corrugated cardboard claim 1 , fiberboard claim 1 , paperboard claim 1 , boxboard claim 1 , containerboard claim 1 , plastic claim 1 , or any laminate or other combination thereof.3. The corner board of claim 1 , wherein each of the first and second sides has a thickness of about 0.2 cm to about 1.3 cm.4. The corner board of claim 1 , wherein each of the first and second sides has a length of about 20 cm to about 90 cm and a width of about 2.5 cm to about 10 cm.5. The corner board of claim 1 , wherein the slit is a predetermined distance from the first end of the corner board.6. The corner board of claim 5 , wherein the predetermined distance is from about 0.5 cm to about 2 cm when the corner board has a thickness of about 0.6 cm or greater claim 5 , and from about 0.75 cm to about 3 cm when the ...

LINE DUCT WITH A SERIES OF LAYERS

The invention relates to a line duct for sealing a wall opening through which a line passes, comprising an elastomer body with a series of layers surrounding the line. The elastomer body and the series of layers are made up here of a number of respective one-piece elastomer body parts () with shells (), according to the invention there being arranged between the shells () of an elastomer body part () at least two shells () of other elastomer body parts (). 12a, b, c, d. A line duct for establishing sealing closure of an opening in a wall through which a line passes , comprising an elastomer body for sealing contact on said line made up of a plurality of one-piece elastomer body parts () ,it being possible to clamp said elastomer body with a tensioning device and in this way to press it onto said line such as to form a seal,{'b': 2', '4', '3, 'i': a, b, c, d', 'a, b, c, d, 'said elastomer body parts () being designed to produce, in an assembled state, a series of a number of neighbouring shells () in respect of a direction () determining a distance from a centre axis of said line,'}{'b': '4', 'i': 'a, b, c, d', 'in a pressed state of said elastomer body said line being completely surrounded by said shells () in each layer of said series,'}{'b': 3', '4', '2, 'i': a, b, c, d', 'a, b, c, d, 'a plurality of in said distance direction () consecutive shells () being provided on at least one of said elastomer body parts ()'}{'b': 5', '4', '3', '2, 'i': a, b, c, d', 'a, b, c, d', 'a, b, c, d, 'and there being a space () between two of said shells (), next neighbouring in said distance direction (), of said at least one elastomer body part (),'}{'b': 4', '2', '2', '5, 'i': a, b, c, d', 'a, b, c, d', 'a, b, c, d', 'a, b, c, d, 'in which a shell () of an elastomer body part () different from said at least one elastomer body part () forming said space () is arranged,'}characterised in that{'b': 5', '3', '4', '2, 'i': a, b, c, d', 'a, b, c, d', 'a, b, c, d, 'in said space () ...

Safety Device for Catalytic Converter

Safety devices prevent packaged catalytic converters from being expelled from stacks, or at least reduce the velocity with which such a package may be expelled, in case of an explosion in a bio-fueled appliance, such as a wood-burning stove.

Laboratory Fume Hood System Having Recessed Heat Exchanger System

A laboratory fume hood system for cooling at least one laboratory device located in an interior work area comprises a heat exchanger system having a heat exchanger in thermal communication with a primary fluid loop containing chilled fluid and a secondary fluid loop containing a cooling fluid which is in thermal communication the laboratory device. The primary fluid loop is located behind the fume hood wall and not in the interior work area. 1. A laboratory fume hood system for cooling at least one laboratory device comprising:a laboratory fume hood having an interior work area containing said at least one laboratory device, said fume hood also having a fume hood wall;a heat exchanger system comprising a heat exchanger in thermal communication with a primary fluid loop and a secondary fluid loop, wherein the primary fluid loop comprises a chilled fluid, and said secondary fluid loop comprises a cooling fluid;wherein said secondary fluid loop has a pump for transmitting the cooling fluid through the secondary fluid loop to said at least one device and wherein said secondary fluid loop is in thermal communication said at least one laboratory device for cooling said at least one device;wherein said primary fluid loop is located behind said fume hood wall and not in said interior work area.2. The laboratory fume hood system of wherein said pump is located behind said fume hood wall and not in said interior work area.3. The laboratory fume hood system of wherein said pump is mounted to a rear surface of said fume hood wall facing away from the interior work area.4. The laboratory fume hood system of wherein said pump is mounted to a rear surface of a mounting panel secured to the fume hood wall.5. The laboratory fume hood system of wherein said primary fluid loop comprises a chilled fluid inlet to said heat exchanger and a chilled fluid outlet from said heat exchanger claim 1 , and wherein said chilled fluid inlet and chilled fluid outlet are mounted to a rear surface of ...

GRAIN BIN AERATION

An aeration duct apparatus has a plurality of aeration tubes connected together by hollow connectors, each hollow connector defining at least three connection ports. Each aeration tube is connected at each tube end thereof to one of the connection ports, and each connection port is connected to a tube end such that the connected aeration tubes and hollow connectors form a substantially rigid structure. A transition duct is connected to one of the aeration tubes at an inside end thereof and is adapted at an outside end thereof for attachment to a fan. The aeration tubes and transition duct are configured such that air can flow from the fan through the transition duct into each aeration tube and out through a perforated area of walls of the aeration tubes. 1. An aeration duct apparatus comprising:a plurality of aeration tubes;a plurality of hollow connectors, each hollow connector defining at least three connection ports;wherein each aeration tube is connected at each tube end thereof to one of the connection ports;and wherein each connection port is connected to a tube end such that the connected aeration tubes and hollow connectors form a substantially rigid structure;a transition duct connected to one of the aeration tubes at an inside end thereof and adapted at an outside end thereof for attachment to a fan;wherein the aeration tubes and transition duct are configured such that air can flow from the fan through the transition duct into each aeration tube and out through a perforated area of walls of the aeration tubes.2. The apparatus of comprising:a first vertical aeration tube connected at a lower tube end thereof to a first connection port of a lower corner hollow connector;first and second horizontal lower aeration tubes connected to second and third connection ports of the lower corner hollow connector.3. The apparatus of wherein the first vertical aeration tube is connected at an upper tube end thereof to a first connection port of an upper corner hollow ...

ELECTRIC OVEN AND METHOD FOR SERVICING SAME

Provided is an electric oven, which includes a main body, a cooktop, and an oven part. The cooktop is disposed in an upper portion of the main body to heat an object. The oven part is disposed within the main body under the cooktop, and includes a cavity including a cooking chamber, a door selectively opening and closing the cooking chamber, and a first heating unit and a second heating unit, which supply radiant energy into the cooking chamber. Before the cooktop is installed, or after the cooktop is removed, a top of the main body is opened, and the first heating unit is installed in or removed from the cavity through the opened top of the main body. The second heating unit is installed in or removed from the cooking chamber through an open front of the cooking chamber. Accordingly, a heater can be protected, and be conveniently installed and removed. 1. An electric oven comprising:a main body;a cooktop disposed in an upper portion of the main body to heat an object; andan oven part disposed within the main body under the cooktop, and comprising a cavity comprising a cooking chamber, a door selectively opening and closing the cooking chamber, and a first heating unit and a second heating unit, which supply radiant energy into the cooking chamber,wherein before the cooktop is installed, or after the cooktop is removed, a top of the main body is opened, and the first heating unit is installed in or removed from the cavity through the opened top of the main body, andthe second heating unit is installed in or removed from the cooking chamber through an open front of the cooking chamber.2. The electric oven according to claim 1 , wherein the first heating unit comprises at least one carbon heater.3. The electric oven according to claim 1 , wherein the first heating unit comprises:a carbon heater generating the radiant energy that is supplied into the cooking chamber; anda reflector to which the carbon heater is fixed, the reflector reflecting the radiant energy from ...

Cook Top with a Ventilation System and a Blower Mount Therefor

A cook top having a cooking surface includes a number of heating elements. The cook top includes a number of controls for controlling operation of the heating elements and other components of the cook top. A vent is integrally provided with the cook top and in fluid communication with a ventilation system configured to draw air through the vent. The ventilation system includes a plenum defining a cavity, which may include a filter for removing particulate matter from the exhausted air. A blower assembly is coupled to the plenum for drawing the an from the cooking surface through the vent and the plenum. The blower assembly and the plenum are coupled to one another by a coupling element that is configured to enable an operator or installer of the cook top to selectively direct the exhaust of the blower assembly in a plurality of predetermined directions. 1. A ventilation system in fluid communication with at least one vent comprising:a plenum in fluid communication with the vent and defining a chamber and having an opening for a movement of air from a mouth of the plenum through the chamber; a blower housing;', 'a fan for drawing air through the plenum;', 'a motor operatively coupled to the fan for driving the fan;', 'a blower collar comprising a plurality of engagement elements disposed about a periphery thereof; and', 'a blower lock including a collar and a flange insertable through the opening of the plenum, wherein the collar extends outwardly from the plenum opening and comprises a plurality of receiving elements disposed about a periphery thereof, wherein the engagement elements and the receiving elements are configured to selectively cooperate with one another to secure the blower assembly to the plenum in a plurality of orientations., 'a blower assembly including2. The ventilation system of claim 1 , wherein the collar includes a plurality of punch-outs disposed about the periphery thereof claim 1 , the punch outs forming a plurality of holes for insertion of ...

AUTONOMOUS DEVICE EMPLOYED IN A SYSTEM FOR FACILITATING THE ASSEMBLY OF A PRODUCT

The invention relates to a device (D) employed in a system for facilitating the assembly of a product, said assembly being carried out by following one or more assembly sequences, an assembly sequence comprising several successive assembly steps graded by execution ranks, said device comprising: 22. Device according to claim 1 , characterized in that it comprises a casing housing the presence sensor (C) claim 1 , said at least one3. Device according to claim 2 , characterized in that it comprises means for detecting passage to a learning phase.4. Device according to claim 3 , characterized in that the detection means comprise a polarity detector (DP2) connected to the sequencer (SQ2).5. Device according to claim 4 , characterized in that the polarity detector (DP2) is housed in the casing.6. Device according to claim 2 , characterized in that it comprises an electrical power supply module (M2).7. Device according to claim 6 , characterized in that the electrical power supply module (M2) is housed in the casing.820. Device according to claim 2 , characterized in that it comprises a second signalling member (V) able to signal pick-up errors.920. Device according to claim 8 , characterized in that the second signalling member (V) is housed in the casing.10. System for facilitating the assembly of a product claim 8 , said system being characterized in that it comprises:{'b': 2', '2, 'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'a first device (D) and at least one second device (D), each in accordance with that defined in ,'}a communication line (Lc),the first device being connected to the second device via the communication line (Lc),the marking module for the first device being designed to mark a first rank of a first assembly step of the assembly sequence and the marking module for the second device being designed to mark a second rank of a second assembly step of the assembly sequence.111212. System according to claim 10 , characterized in that it comprises a ...

SCREW FASTENING DEVICE AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING SCREW-FASTENED OBJECT

A screw fastening device includes: a supply target member which extends in one direction and to which male screws are to be supplied; a first magnet that positions the male screw supplied to the supply target member by a magnetic force so that the male screw extends in the one direction and makes a head portion of the male screw face one side; a holding member that is movable relative to the supply target member in the one direction, includes a second magnet as defined herein, and holds the male screw as defined herein; and an applying member that applies torque to the male screw held by the holding member. 1. A screw fastening device comprising:a supply target member which extends in one direction and to which male screws are to be supplied;a first magnet that positions the male screw supplied to the supply target member by a magnetic force so that the male screw extends in the one direction and makes a head portion of the male screw face one side;a holding member that is movable relative to the supply target member in the one direction, comprises a second magnet applying a magnetic force, which is larger than a magnetic force of the first magnet, to the male screw that is supplied to the supply target member and disposed so as to extend in the one direction when the holding member moves relative to the supply target member in the one direction so as to be close to the male screw, and holds the male screw by coming into contact with the head portion of the male screw, which is attracted by the magnetic force of the second magnet, while moving relative to the supply target member; andan applying member that applies torque to the male screw held by the holding member.2. The screw fastening device according to claim 1 , further comprising:a grip portion that supports the holding member and is to be held by a worker; andan operating member that is disposed at a base end portion of the applying member and makes the supply target member move relative to the holding ...

HVAC Vent Register Duct Guard

An HVAC vent register duct guard, primarily used with floor register vents, that serves as an addition to a vent register cover to catch items that fall between vent slots/holes into the HVAC duct work. The design consists of a plastic formed mesh basket supported by an upper top lip surround that lets the basket operate independently of the vent register cover. These baskets are specifically sized for standard floor register openings and simply install as a one piece drop in unit underneath the regular vent register cover. 1. The form and function of the mesh basket guard for preventing objects falling through vent register covers into the HVAC ducts as shown and described.2. The structure of claim 1 , whereas it has an upper top lip surround attached to a mesh type basket that allows the basket to sit independently under a normal vent register cover and allow air to continually flow through.3. The application of claim 2 , whereas it is installed by taking the vent register cover off and placing the vent basket in its place claim 2 , then replacing the vent register cover on top.4. The technique of claim 3 , whereas the mesh is sized so that it will collect the majority of objects yet not impede airflow. Not ApplicableNot ApplicableNot ApplicableThe information set forth herein pertains to the HVAC vent register duct guard which is inserted underneath a decorative vent register cover to protect and catch most items that fall into the vent ducts. The need exists for a protective plastic basket design to enable an individual to retrieve any dropped items since they are very difficult to retrieve once they slide down the duct. With more decorative vent register cover designs on the market, such as the popular scroll work designs, the openings are even larger than the ones on traditional covers leaving a greater open area for anything to fall through. The idea behind the vent register duct guard came from eliminating this possibility and solving this problem with a ...

NEXT GENERATION MODULAR HEATING SYSTEM

A heating unit for heating fluid is described having a first manifold having at least one inlet, a second manifold connected to the first manifold and having at least one outlet, and a third manifold. The heating unit also includes one or more heating systems which extend from the third manifold to the first manifold via the second manifold, where the one or more heating systems have an inner tube and an outer tube. Further, the heating unit includes a fluid flow path from the at least one inlet to the at least one outlet via the first manifold, an area between the inner tube and outer tube, the interior of the inner tube and the second manifold. 1. A heating unit comprising:a first manifold having at least one inlet;a second manifold connected to the first manifold and having at least one outlet;a third manifold;one or more heating systems which extend from the third manifold to the first manifold via the second manifold, the one or more heating systems having an inner tube and an outer tube; anda fluid flow path connecting the at least one inlet to the at least one outlet, the fluid flow path extending from the first manifold, to an area between the inner tube and outer tube, to the interior of the inner tube and to the second manifold.2. The heating unit according to claim 1 , wherein the third manifold includes a plurality of openings to receive the one or more heating systems claim 1 , each opening terminating in at least two parabolic curvatures to direct the flow path into the interior of the inner tube.3. The heating unit according to claim 1 , wherein the one or more heating systems are detachable from the heating unit.4. The heating unit according to claim 1 , wherein the first manifold and the third manifold are attached via a trunnion extending therebetween.5. The heating unit according to claim 4 , wherein the second manifold is attached to the first and third manifolds via the trunnion.6. The heating unit according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one ...

Assembly for attachment to rear wall of appliance cavity

A sliding rack assembly includes an rack, a pair of retention members supporting the rack, and a pair of rear wall retainers. Each retention member includes a slide assembly and a retention plate fixed to the slide assembly. Each retention plate includes a front end for being toward an opening of the cavity and a rear end for being disposed toward a rear wall of the cavity. The rear end of the retention plate includes a holding feature. The rear wall retainers are for being fixed to the rear wall of the cavity. Each rear wall retainer includes a plurality of vertically spaced retention features. Each retention feature is for connecting with a holding feature of a retention member to prevent the retention members from tipping inwardly and separating from the rear wall retainers.

LOW PROFILE VENT TERMINAL WITH VARIABLE EXHAUST ANGLE

Vent terminal apparatus and methods are provided for covering vent pipes in an HVAC system, e.g., air intake and combustion gas exhaust pipes of a furnace or boiler. The vent terminal includes a body defining a shielded air inlet configured to fluidly communicate with an air intake pipe, and an exhaust opening configured to fluidly communicate with an exhaust pipe. The vent terminal also includes a nozzle configured to couple with the body and defining a flowpath therethrough. When the exhaust opening of the body is in fluid communication with the exhaust pipe and the nozzle is coupled with the body, the flowpath is in fluid communication with the exhaust pipe via the exhaust opening and the flowpath is oriented at an acute angle relative to the exhaust pipe. 1. A vent terminal for covering combustion vent pipes of an HVAC system , comprising:a body defining a shielded air inlet configured to fluidly communicate with an air intake pipe, and an exhaust opening configured to fluidly communicate with an exhaust pipe; anda nozzle defining a flowpath therethrough, wherein, when the exhaust opening of the body is in fluid communication with the exhaust pipe and the nozzle is coupled with the body, the flowpath is in fluid communication with the exhaust pipe via the exhaust opening and the flowpath is oriented at an acute angle relative to the exhaust pipe.2. The vent terminal of claim 1 , wherein the body further comprises:a backplate configured to be secured to a wall, the air intake pipe, the exhaust pipe, or a combination thereof, and having first and second pipe couplings coupled to the air intake pipe and the exhaust pipe, respectively; anda cover coupled with the backplate, such that the backplate is positionable generally between the cover and the wall.3. The vent terminal of claim 2 , wherein the cover comprises a rear face and a sidewall extending rearward therefrom claim 2 , wherein the sidewall is configured to receive the backplate claim 2 , and the rear face ...

Lid Saver and Method

A device for flexibly retaining lids or tops to containers or receptacles. Flexible coil chord secures a container or receptacle to its lid or top. The device allows for flexibly securing a lid to its container or receptacle to reduce loss or damage that could be avoided by retaining them in proximity to each other.

Textile covering system and method of use

A textile cover includes a first face made of fabric and a second face made of fabric. The first and second faces are coupled together to form a cover, which is structured and arranged to cover an advertising board.

Low voltage plug and play display system

Disclosed are display systems comprised of at least one wall panel and at least one shelf comprising a light fixture, the wall panel having two rows of parallel slots, one set of parallel slots (either on the wall panel or uprights adjacent to the wall panel), providing cooperative access by support brackets disposed on the shelf for supporting the shelf, the support brackets not carrying any of the electrical circuitry for the light fixture, one other set of parallel slots providing cooperative access for electrical contact elements disposed on the shelf to an electric source element disposed on the wall panel and providing electricity to the light fixture. Also disclosed are wall panels, shelves and lighting devices that may be used, alone or in combination, for new installations or in retrofitting existing display systems.

Grill and Method of Assembling Same

A grill includes a cooking unit defining a heating cavity for receiving and heating foodstuff. A base supports the cooking unit above a support surface. The base includes a first side baffle and an opposing second side baffle. Each baffle includes a first plate pivotally attached to a second plate. The plates are pivotable between a first configuration in which the plates extend generally parallel to one another and the support surface and a second configuration in which the plates extend generally parallel to and abutting one another and generally perpendicularly to the support surface to form a side baffle. A lid is pivotally attached to at least a portion of the cooking unit to selectively open and close the heating cavity. 1. A method of assembling a grill , the method comprising:placing at least a bottom of a grill in a compact configuration on a support surface; andraising at least a portion of the grill upwardly with respect to the support surface such that the bottom of the grill generally maintains contact with the support surface and side baffles of the grill automatically unfold from the compact configuration to an expanded configuration, in the expanded configuration the side baffles extending generally perpendicularly to the support surface to support the grill.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising:opening a lid of the grill to expose at least one shelf; andone of removing the shelf from an interior of the grill and pivoting the shelf outwardly from the interior of the grill.3. The method according to claim 2 , further comprising:removing the shelf from the interior of the grill by separating the shelf from a remainder of the grill; andattaching at least a portion of the shelf to at least a portion of an exterior of the grill.4. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising:moving one or more doors one of downwardly or upwardly about a first axis from within an interior of the grill to form a front wall of the grill.5. The ...

PLASMA CUTTER WITH DISCONNECTABLE TORCH AND WORK ASSEMBLIES

Systems and methods relating to securing a torch assembly and a work lead assembly to a plasma cutting power supply are provided. The present disclosure relates to a system and method that allows the torch assembly and the work lead assembly to be readily replaced by the user since the power supply unit need not be opened or disassembled for removal. The present disclosure provides methods and systems for removably securing both the torch assembly and the work lead assembly to the plasma cutting power supply. In one embodiment, the torch assembly and the work lead assembly may be communicatively coupled to the plasma cutting power supply unit via a single cable and a single connector. The connection between the first connector and the first port may be of the quick disconnectable type. The connection between the second connector and the second port may be of the twist lock type, such as a dinse style connector. 1. A plasma cutting system comprising:a plasma cutting power supply comprising a work lead port; and a work lead;', 'a work lead connector configured to removably couple with the work lead port of the plasma cutting power supply; and', 'a work lead cable coupling the work lead with the work lead connector., 'a work lead assembly comprising2. The system of claim 1 , comprising a torch assembly comprising:a torch;a torch connector configured to removably couple with a gas port of the plasma cutting power supply and an electrical port of the plasma cutting power supply; anda torch cable coupling the torch with the torch connector.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the torch connector comprises a quick disconnect system.4. The system of claim 1 , comprising a power supply cable claim 1 , wherein the plasma cutting power supply comprises a power supply port claim 1 , and the power supply cable is configured to removably couple with the power supply port of the plasma cutting power supply.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the work lead connector comprises a dinse ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MODULAR TRANSPORTATION OF A WELDING SYSTEM

Present embodiments include a modular welding component transportation system. The system includes a front panel and a wheel assembly. The front panel includes a support platform configured to support a welding system component and the wheel assembly includes a first plurality of wheels. The system also includes a rail configured to adjustably couple with the front panel proximate a first end of the rail and configured to couple with the wheel assembly proximate a second end of the rail. Locating surfaces of the wheel assembly are configured to receive and align the rail for engagement with walls of the wheel assembly. The system further includes a second plurality of wheels configured to be coupled with the front panel or proximate the first end of the rail. 1. A modular welding component transportation system , comprising:a front panel comprising a support platform configured to support a welding system component;a wheel assembly comprising a first plurality of wheels;a rail configured to adjustably couple with the front panel proximate a first end of the rail and configured to couple with the wheel assembly proximate a second end of the rail;locating surfaces of the wheel assembly configured to receive and align the rail for engagement with walls of the wheel assembly; anda second plurality of wheels configured to be coupled with the front panel or proximate the first end of the rail.2. The system of claim 1 , comprising a plurality of rail engagement features in different locations along a length of the rail and proximate a distal end of the rail claim 1 , each of the plurality of rail engagement features configured to align with an engagement feature of the front panel to facilitate coupling the rail with the front panel in different configurations.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the front panel comprises alignment features configured to facilitate alignment of the welding system component with the support platform by engaging with a base of the welding ...

PROTECTIVE COVER FOR A TABLET COMPUTER

In certain embodiments, a protective cover includes a housing having a surface, and a latch mechanism hingeably coupled to the housing. The latch can include a top side and a bottom side, the bottom side configured to couple to and secure an input device to the surface of the housing. The latch can be configured to rotate, via the hinge coupling, between a first configuration and second configuration. In the first configuration, the top side of the latch can be flush with the surface of the housing and the bottom side embedded within the housing such that the latch does not protrude from the housing. In the second configuration, the latch can be rotated relative to the first configuration and protrude from the housing. The latch can be operable to be rotated open from the first configuration to the second configuration via the hinge coupling. 1. A protective cover comprising:a housing including a surface; anda latch mechanism hingeably coupled to the housing, the latch mechanism including a top side and a bottom side, the bottom side of the latch mechanism configured to couple to and secure an input device to the surface of the housing, the latch mechanism configured to rotate, via the hinge coupling, between a first configuration and second configuration,the first configuration being a closed position with the top side of the latch mechanism flush with the surface of the housing and the bottom side embedded within the housing such that the latch mechanism does not protrude from the housing; andthe second configuration being an open position such that the latch mechanism is rotated relative to the closed position and protrudes from the housing, the latch mechanism operable to be rotated open from the first configuration to the second configuration via the hinge coupling.2. The protective cover of wherein the latch includes a magnet operable to magnetically couple the latch to the input device.3. The protective cover of wherein the latch is operable to automatically ...

MANUFACTURING METHOD AND ROBOTIC ASSEMBLY SYSTEM

A manufacturing method employing a robotic assembly system includes first and second fastener system components that are positioned by a robotic assembly on opposite sides of at least two structural pieces that are to be fastened together. The first system component includes a particular tool of a plurality of different types of tools, where the particular tool installs a particular fastener of a plurality of different types of fasteners. Each tool includes a block or base of magnetic material with a passageway opening for the fastener associated with the tool passing through the base. The robotic assembly positions the tool against one side of the structural pieces to be fastened, and positions an electromagnet assembly on the opposite side of the structural pieces. Activating the electromagnet assembly clamps the structural pieces together. With the fastener positioned in a hole through the structural pieces, the tool is activated to install the fastener between the structural pieces. 1. A method of manufacturing a structure comprising:maintaining a plurality of different tooling components, each tooling component of the plurality of different tooling components comprising a magnetically attractive base having a passageway through the base where the passageway is configured for a predetermined assembly operation, and each tooling component of the plurality of tooling components being attachable to a robotic assembly;determining a single assembly operation to be performed on the structure;determining at tooling component from the plurality of different tooling components that is operable to perform the assembly operation;attaching the tooling component to the robotic assembly;activating the robotic assembly to position the tooling component against one side of the structure; and,activating an electromagnet positioned on a second side of the structure, opposite the first side to attract the magnetic base toward the electromagnet and thereby clamp the magnetic base ...

Coupling members for pipe machining apparatuses

Pipe machining apparatuses, coupling members, and methods of assembling pipe machining apparatuses are provided. In one aspect, a coupling member for coupling together a first section and a second section of a pipe machining apparatus includes a first housing member adapted to couple to the first section, a second housing member adapted to couple to the second section, an arm movably coupled to the first housing member, and an engagement member coupled to the arm. The arm is adapted to move between a coupled condition, in which the engagement member engages the second housing member, and an uncoupled condition, in which the engagement member does not engage the second housing member.

DEVICE FOR POSITIONING AND SUPPLYING FIXING ELEMENTS

A method for supplying, positioning and processing fixing elements using a transport means which moves the fixing elements from a starting position to a processing position whereby the individual fixing elements are introduced into a chuck provided with two clamping jaws, are held by the clamping jaws in an engaging position and, once the chuck has been positioned, are taken up from this position by a driving element and the chuck presses them against a locating device and a connection is made to a component part by the driving element when the chuck is opened, wherein the upward motion of the chuck, while feeding the fixing element to the locating device, prevents the supply of further fixing elements to the chuck. 1. A method for supplying , positioning and processing fixing elements using a transport means which moves the fixing elements from a starting position to a processing position whereby the individual fixing elements are introduced into a chuck provided with two clamping jaws , are held by the clamping jaws in an engaging position and , once the chuck has been positioned , are taken up from this position by a driving element and the chuck presses them against a locating device and a connection is made to a component part by the driving element when the chuck is opened , wherein the upward motion of the chuck , while feeding the fixing element to the locating device , prevents the supply of further fixing elements to the chuck.2. The method of wherein the connection is a friction-welded connection with a component part and is brought about by the rotation of the fixing element. This application is a Divisional of copending application Ser. No. 13/881,261, filed on Jun. 7, 2013, which was filed as PCT International Application No. PCT/EP2011/068581 on Oct. 25, 2011, which claims the benefit of priority under 35 U.S.C. §119(a) to Patent Application No.10 2010 060 141.1 filed in Germany on Oct. 25, 2010, each of which is hereby expressly incorporated by ...

FASTENING METHOD

This fastening method is a method for fastening a plurality of types of fastening members stored in a cartridge, the cartridge includes a plurality of attachments, the attachment has one end in which a first fitting part that fits to a fastening force receiving part of a corresponding fastening member of the plurality of types of fastening members is formed and another end in which a second fitting part that fits to a fastening force working part of the fastening means is formed, and the cartridge is supplied in a state in which the plurality of types of fastening members and the plurality of attachments are arranged based on the order of fastening the plurality of types of fastening members to the object to be fastened. 1. A fastening method for fastening a plurality of types of fastening members stored in a cartridge at respective predetermined positions in an object to be fastened by rotating the cartridge around a rotation axis of the fastening members by fastening means , whereinthe cartridge includes a plurality of attachments for holding the plurality of types of respective fastening members,each of the attachments has one end in the direction of the rotation axis in which a first fitting part that fits to a fastening force receiving part of a corresponding fastening member of the plurality of types of fastening members is formed and another end in the direction of the rotation axis in which a second fitting part that fits to a fastening force working part of the fastening means is formed,when the attachment is rotated by the fastening means in which the fastening force working part is fit to the second fitting part, the corresponding fastening member in which the fastening force receiving part is fit to the first fitting part rotates along with the rotation of the attachment, andthe cartridge is supplied in a state in which the plurality of types of fastening members and the plurality of attachments are arranged based on the order of fastening the plurality ...

NAIL PLATER APPARATUS AND RELATED METHODS

A nail plater apparatus includes at least one nail plate magazine configured to hold a plurality of nail plates, and at least one nail plate extractor assembly associated with the at least one nail plate magazine and configured to position at least one nail plate therefrom to at least one nail plate pressing area. A board feeder is configured to position a board to a board receiving area. At least one nail plate presser assembly is adjacent the board receiving area and aligned with the at least one nail plate pressing area and configured to press the at least one nail plate into the board. 1. A nail plater apparatus comprising:at least one nail plate magazine configured to hold a plurality of nail plates;at least one nail plate extractor assembly associated with said at least one nail plate magazine and configured to position at least one nail plate therefrom to at least one nail plate pressing area;a board feeder configured to position a board to a board receiving area; andat least one nail plate presser assembly adjacent the board receiving area and aligned with the at least one nail plate pressing area and configured to press the at least one nail plate into the board.2. The nail plate apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising a board magazine configured to hold a plurality of boards claim 1 , and wherein said board feeder and said at least one nail plate extractor assembly are linked together so that the board is positioned in the board receiving area simultaneously when the at least one nail plate is positioned in the at least one nail plate pressing area.3. The nail plater apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising a board magazine configured to hold a plurality of boards claim 1 , and wherein said board feeder comprises at least one board extractor claim 1 , and wherein said at least one nail plate extractor assembly comprises at least one nail plate extractor.4. The nail plater apparatus according to claim 3 , further comprising:at least ...

STANDOFF APPARATUS FOR FREEZE PROTECTION

A system includes a vessel containing stored water, a pipe connected to the vessel which transports water to a facility, and a steam tracer pipe for heating the pipe. The system further includes a standoff apparatus installed on the pipe with the steam tracer received therein. The standoff apparatus comprises a trace receiving area configured to receive a steam trace, the trace receiving area comprising three curved cutout portions defining four contact points, and two elevating leg portions. The steam tracer is received within the trace receiving area, and the standoff apparatus contacts the steam tracer only at the four contact points. The standoff apparatus contacts the pipe only at the two elevating leg portions. 1. A system comprising:(a) a process pipe; (i) a trace receiving channel configured to receive a tracer tube, the trace receiving channel having a profile configured to effect only tangential contact with a tracer tube received within the trace receiving channel, and', '(ii) two elevating leg portions;, '(b) a standoff apparatus secured to the pipe via a plurality of spaced securing bands, the standoff apparatus comprising'}(c) a tracer received within the trace receiving channel;(d) insulation surrounding the standoff apparatus and the spaced securing bands, the insulation trapping heat from the tracer received within the trace receiving channel; (i) the tracer is not in contact with the process pipe,', '(ii) the standoff apparatus contacts the pipe only at the two elevating leg portions, and', '(iii) the tracer received within the tracer channel is in only tangential contact with the standoff apparatus., '(e) wherein, so as to minimize conductive heat transfer from the tracer to the process pipe,'}2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the tracer comprises a steam tracer.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the spaced securing bands comprise stainless steel securing bands.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the standoff apparatus comprises aluminum.5. The ...

SUPPORTS FOR SUSPENDED SOLAR ENHANCED OIL RECOVERY CONCENTRATORS AND RECEIVERS, AND ASSOCIATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Supports for suspended solar enhanced oil recovery concentrators and receivers, and associated systems and methods. A representative solar concentrator system includes a curved reflective element oriented concave relative to a focal line, a curved first rib member carrying the reflective element and oriented concave relative to the focal line, a curved second rib member oriented convex relative to the focal line, and a plurality of cross members coupled between the first rib member and the second rib member. In further embodiments, the system includes a bearing having an inner bearing element in rotational contact with a concentrator attachment member, which supports a solar concentrator. A receiver interface member is fixedly engaged with the inner bearing element, and a receiver attachment member is pivotably connected to the receiver interface member. A biasing element biases the inner bearing element against the receiver. 114-. (canceled)15. A solar concentrator system , comprising:an elongated, tubular receiver having an outer surface with a circumferentially-extending groove;an elongated, trough-shaped solar concentrator; and an inner bearing element positioned in the groove of the receiver and having a first, outwardly-facing bearing surface;', 'a concentrator attachment member having a second, inwardly-facing bearing surface in rotational contact with the outwardly-facing bearing surface of the inner bearing element, the concentrator attachment member having at least one concentrator attachment feature positioned to support the solar concentrator;', 'a receiver interface member fixedly engaged with the inner bearing element;', 'a receiver attachment member pivotably connected to the receiver interface member and having at least one receiver attachment feature positioned to support the receiver in a suspended position; and', 'a biasing element positioned between the receiver and the receiver interface member to bias the inner bearing element against the ...

HVAC BASE AND RETURN AIR SYSTEM

A base is provided for installation of an HVAC system which allows for high efficiency air intake. The HVAC base and air return system provides for intake of air simultaneously through the bottom and side of a furnace unit. The HVAC base and air return system allow for installation and use of a wider filter box. 1. A furnace base for high efficiency airflow comprising:a first lateral wall member that is substantially rectangular in shape;a second lateral wall member that is substantially rectangular in shape;a third lateral wall member that is substantially rectangular in shape;a bottom side member that is substantially rectangular in shape;one or more furnace support members;wherein the first and second wall members are configured substantially at right angles to each other and the second and third lateral wall members are configured substantially at right angles to each other, the first, second and third lateral wall members forming three lateral walls of a rectangular box;wherein a first perimeter edge of the first lateral wall member, a first perimeter edge of the second lateral wall member, and a first perimeter edge of the third lateral wall member are respectively coupled to the bottom side member substantially along a first, second, and third perimeter edge of the bottom side member;wherein a fourth side of the rectangular box is defined by an opening to permit air to pass through said forth side of the rectangular box;wherein the one or more support members are disposed in an interior portion of the rectangular box for supporting a furnace unit; andwherein one or more rims extend from a plurality of the first, second and third lateral wall members, said one or more rims configured to extend over at least a portion of a furnace unit.2. The furnace base of claim 1 , wherein at least one or more of the first claim 1 , second and third lateral wall members claim 1 , the bottom side member claim 1 , the one or more furnace support members claim 1 , and the one ...

WATER PRESSURE ALARM

A device and system for sensing high pressure in a pressurized water system. The high pressure alarm includes a pressure sensor, controller, and timer. A method of installing a high pressure alarm on a pressurized water system. The high pressure alarm is particularly well-suited for installing under a sink, such as a home kitchen sink, though it can also be installed near other plumbing fixtures or appliances in commercial, residential, or industrial facilities and in outside areas. 1. A device for sensing high pressure in a pressurized water piping system comprising:a high pressure sensor connectable to a power source, the high pressure sensor configured to sense a pressure of the pressurized water piping system;a timer;a controller in communication with the pressure sensor and the timer, the controller configured to generate a notification when the sensed pressure is greater than a selected value for a selected time.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the notification is an electronic signal.3. The device of claim 1 , further comprising an alert claim 1 , wherein the notification triggered by the controller is the alert.4. The device of claim 3 , wherein the alert is a mechanical alert.5. The device of claim 3 , wherein the alert is an audible and/or visual alert.6. The device of claim 1 , further comprising the power source.7. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a function control claim 1 , the function control configured to silence the notification triggered by the controller.8. The device of claim 1 , wherein the selected value of pressure is between 70 psi and 90 psi.9. The device of claim 1 , wherein the selected time is about 1 second.10. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a housing that houses at least the high pressure sensor claim 1 , timer claim 1 , and controller.11. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a database in communication with the controller for storing records of high pressure events detected by the pressure sensor.12. A ...

TANK FOR THE STORAGE OF HYDROGEN IN THE FORM OF METALLIC HYDRIES

A tank intended for the storage of hydrogen by absorption into material, including a first part (I) and a second part (II), each of the first (I) and second (II) parts including a barrel (), closed at one first longitudinal end () by a substantially hemispherical part (), the two parts (I, II) being joined by the second open longitudinal end () of the barrel () by means of an assembly plate (), the above-mentioned tank including two heat exchangers (), each being contained in one of the two parts (I, II) and intended to be under the same hydrogen pressure, the above mentioned tank also having means of supply and evacuation of heat transfer medium circulating in the above mentioned heat exchangers integrated in the assembly plate, and means of supply and collection of hydrogen. 1. A tank for storing hydrogen in the form of hydride , the tank comprising:a longitudinal axis (X);a liner formed of a first part (I) and a second part (II);{'b': '2', 'an assembly plate ();'}{'b': '12', 'two heat exchangers () each contained in one of the first and second parts (I, II);'}spaces for hydrogen storage material; and,heat exchanger connection means for connecting the heat exchangers to means to supply and evacuate a heat transfer agent;hydrogen exchange connection means for connecting to means to supply and collect hydrogen;{'b': '3', 'wherein each of the first (I) and second (II) parts have a shell () comprising a closed'}{'b': 4', '1', '4', '2', '4', '2', '2, 'longitudinal first end (.) and a second open longitudinal end (.), wherein the first part (I) and the second part (II) are joined at their respective second open longitudinal ends (.) by means of the assembly plate (), the interior volumes of the two parts (I, II) being intended to be at the same pressure, and,'}{'b': '2', 'wherein the heat exchanger connection means is integrated into the assembly plate ().'}233641. A tank according to claim 1 , in which the shells () each have a barrel () and a substantially ...

Nut Feeding Apparatus

A nut feeding apparatus for feeding a weld nut to an upper electrode of a resistance welding machine, whose size and production cost are reduced, is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a piston rod, a tension rod, a tube, a link mechanism and a nut chuck. When the piston rod is in a most retracting state, an upper surface of the nut chuck becomes substantially flush with a lower portion of an opening of the tube. While the tension rod is at a stop in a most advancing state and when the piston rod further advances, the link mechanism rotates around a rotation axis at a tip of the tension rod, and thereby, the weld nut held by the nut chuck moves to a feeding position of the weld nut in the upper electrode. 1. A nut feeding apparatus for feeding a nut to an upper electrode of a resistance welding machine , comprising:a first rod advanced and retracted by an air cylinder;a second rod arranged above the first rod and advancing/retracting in conjunction with the first rod;a tube pneumatically feeding the nut;a link mechanism rotatably attached to a tip of the first rod and to a tip of the second rod using a first rotation axis and a second rotation axis, respectively; anda nut chuck fixed to the link mechanism on a forward side of the link mechanism and having a nut guide on an upper surface of the nut chuck, the nut guide being for catching and holding the nut fed by the tube, whereinthe link mechanism rotates around the second rotation axis while the second rod is at a stop in a most advanced state and when the first rod further advances, to feed the nut held by the nut guide to the upper electrode,the tip of the second rod is arranged in the link mechanism in a more advanced position than the tip of the first rod, andthe second rotation axis moves upward while the second rod is at a stop in the most advanced state and when the first rod further advances.2. (canceled)3. The nut feeding apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , whereinthe second rod is supported by being ...

APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR MANIPULATING A FASTENER

One example of the present disclosure relates to an apparatus for manipulating a fastener. The apparatus comprises a chamber that includes a first location and a second location. A first actuator is movable between a first position, contiguous with the first location, and a second position, contiguous with the second location. A second actuator is movable between a third position, contiguous with the second location, and a fourth position, contiguous with a third location. A third actuator is movable between a fifth position, contiguous with the third location, and a sixth position, contiguous with the fourth location. The third location is at least partially outside the chamber, and the fourth location is entirely outside the chamber. 1. An apparatus for manipulating a fastener , the apparatus comprising:a chamber including a first location and a second location;a first actuator movable between a first position, contiguous with the first location, and a second position, contiguous with the second location;a second actuator movable between a third position, contiguous with the second location, and a fourth position, contiguous with a third location; anda third actuator movable between a fifth position, contiguous with the third location, and a sixth position, contiguous with a fourth location, wherein the third location is at least partially outside the chamber and the fourth location is entirely outside the chamber.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein:a first path traversable by the fastener passes through the first location and the second location;a second path traversable by the fastener passes through the second location and the third location; anda third path traversable by the fastener passes through the third location and the fourth location.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein each of the first path and the second path is linear.4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. (canceled)10. (canceled)11. (canceled)12. (canceled)13. ( ...

ORIENTATION DEVICE FOR ELONGATED OBJECTS

An orientation device for objects (O) provided with a stem (S) and with a head (H) that has a minimum width (R), characterised in that it comprises: a slot () which has two edges separated by a predetermined distance (D), less than the minimum width (R) and greater than the maximum width of the stem (G); an uncoupling device (), movable between an active configuration, in which it is able to retain an object (O) with respect to lifting, and an inactive configuration, in which it is not able to interact with an object (O); a magnetic gripping element (), movable along at least a vertical direction between an upper position and a lower position, in which an object (O) associated with the gripping element () is in a position such as to be retained by the uncoupling device () so as to be detached from the gripping element (). 133132422423) An orientation device for objects (O) provided with a stem (S) and with a head (H) that has a minimum width (R) , characterised in that it comprises: a slot () which has two edges ( ,) separated by a predetermined distance (D) , less than the maximum width (R) of the head (H) and greater than the maximum width of the stem (S); an uncoupling device () , movable between an active configuration , in which it is able to retain an object (O) with respect to lifting , and an inactive configuration , in which it is not able to interact with an object (O); a magnetic gripping element () , movable along at least a vertical direction between an upper position and a lower position , in which an object (O) associated with the gripping element () is in a position such as to be retained by the uncoupling device () so as to be detached from the gripping element () and resting on the slot ().2441313) The device according to claim 1 , wherein the uncoupling device () comprises a slider () claim 1 , predisposed to press an object (O) in contact with an edge () of the slot ().341411412413411412) The device according to claim 2 , wherein the slider () ...

Feeder Mechanism For Feeding Mechanical Fasteners

A feeder mechanism for feeding mechanical fasteners, such as rivets, screws, bolts and similar fasteners, as well as to a robot end effector comprising such a mechanism and a robot being equipped with such an end effector. The feeder mechanism includes a transport means for transporting mechanical fasteners and a stopping and aligning unit with a stopping plate to decelerate transported fasteners. 1100120110121110121123123123121123123123123123123abcabcabc. Feeder mechanism () for feeding mechanical fasteners , such as rivets , screws , bolts and similar , comprising: a transport means (no) for transporting mechanical fasteners , preferably by pressurized air; and a stopping and aligning unit () for mechanical fasteners arranged downstream of the transport means () , comprising: a stopping plate () which is configured to have at least a first position and second position , wherein in the first position a fastener supplied by the transport means () is decelerated , and wherein in the second position the supplied fastener passes the stopping plate (); at least one aligning jaw ( , , ) being arranged downstream of the stopping plate () and being configured to have at least a first position and a second position , wherein in the first position the aligning jaw ( , , ) aligns the supplied fastener , such that it may be picked by a gripping device , and wherein in the second position the aligning jaw ( , , ) releases the supplied fastener.215-. (canceled) This application is a national phase application under 35 U.S.C. §371 of International Patent Application No. PCT/EP2015/080256, filed Dec. 17, 2015 (pending), which claims the benefit of European Patent Application No. 14307141.3, filed Dec. 22, 2014, the disclosures of which are incorporated by reference herein in their entirety.The present invention relates to a feeder mechanism for feeding mechanical fasteners, such as rivets, screws, bolts and similar.In many industrial manufacturing processes, mechanical fasteners, ...

Collapsible Grill Lid

A drop-in cooking device for installation into an opening in a fixture, including a housing configured to be mounted in the opening in the fixture, a heating element positioned in the housing, and a cover attachable to the housing adjacent the heating element, the cover comprising a thermally insulating material and having a collapsible portion, wherein the collapsible portion of the cover has a working configuration in which the cover has a first height and a storage configuration in which the cover has a second height, the second height being less than the first height. 1. A mobile kitchen , comprising:a base portion having an opening therein;a hard enclosure attached to the base portion; and a housing configured to be mounted in the opening;', 'a heating element positioned in said housing; and', 'a cover attachable to said housing adjacent said heating element, said cover comprising a thermally insulating material and having a collapsible portion;', 'wherein the collapsible portion of the cover has a working configuration in which said cover has a first height and a storage configuration in which said cover has a second height, the second height being less than the first height; and', 'wherein the second height of the collapsible portion is such that said cover fits under the hard enclosure when the enclosure is in a closed position., 'a drop-in grill positioned in the opening, the drop-in grill comprising2. The mobile kitchen of claim 1 , wherein said cover is hingedly attached to said housing.3. The mobile kitchen of claim 1 , wherein the collapsible portion of said cover comprises silicone rubber.4. The mobile kitchen of claim 1 , wherein the collapsible portion of said cover comprises at least one weakened portion extending along a periphery of said collapsible portion claim 1 , wherein the at least one weakened portion facilitates collapsing of said collapsible portion.5. The mobile kitchen of claim 4 , wherein the at least one weakened portion comprises a ...

CONFIGURABLE SYSTEM FOR CORRUGATED STORAGE CONTAINERS

The present application provides a system that includes a storage container system, at least one additional element, and one or more connector members for connecting the at least one additional element and the storage container system. The storage container system includes a drawer sleeve and a storage box slideably received in the drawer sleeve. The at least one additional element is selected from the group consisting of a second said storage container system, an exterior panel, or a bottom support panel. Each connector member includes a U-shaped body having spaced-apart first and second members for receiving portions of walls of the at least one additional element and the drawer sleeve of the storage container system therebetween. 1. A system comprising:a storage container system comprising a drawer sleeve and a storage box slideably received in the drawer sleeve;at least one additional element selected from the group consisting of a second said storage container system, an exterior panel, or a bottom support panel; and 'a U-shaped body having spaced-apart first and second members for receiving portions of walls of the at least one additional element and the drawer sleeve of the storage container system therebetween.', 'one or more connector members for connecting the at least one additional element and the storage container system, each connector member comprising2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first member comprises a protruding portion disposed on an inner surface thereof claim 1 , and wherein the protruding portion is configured to apply clamping force on the portions of the walls of the at least one additional element and the drawer sleeve of the storage container system received between the protruding portion of the first member and the second member.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the second member comprises a second protruding portion disposed on a second inner surface thereof claim 2 , and wherein the second protruding portion is configured to ...