Probemat handler

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1997-10-10

1998-10-20

Keenan, James W.

Material or article handling

Elevator or hoist and loading or unloading means therefor

Grab

414451, 414667, B66F 918

Patent

active

058237372

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for lifting, carrying, and positioning probemats or fixtures. The apparatus comprises movable opposing side arms having a mechanism for receipt of a fixture handle, as well as a stationary support member. An arrangement is provided to connect the side arms to the support member by the use of a first track positioned on the front of the support member and a second track positioned on the rear of the support member. First and second rollers for rolling engagement with the tracks are connected to each side arm to support the weight of the side arm and to permit each side arm to slidably move along the tracks. The fixture handler also includes jaws comprising a channel and stops at the ends of the channel to permit the handler to be used with a plurality of different fixtures handles. Finally, an insert is provided for use with the jaws to further enhance the ability of the fixture handler to support a myriad of fixture types.

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