Block splitting assembly and method

Details Block splitting assembly and method Block splitting assembly and method

2006-12-12

2006-12-12

Rose, Robert A. (Department: 3723)

Stone working

Splitting, shearing, and punching

C125S040000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07146974

ABSTRACT:
A concrete block is produced from a workpiece that is split by a plurality of splitting assemblies, each of which comprises a multiplicity of peaks, for example alternating ridges and valleys. A splitting assembly is positioned to engage each of the top, bottom and side surfaces of the workpiece, whereby a block resulting from the splitting process an irregular front face and has a front face with irregular top, bottom and side edges. The resulting block can be a concrete masonry block that is laid up in a wall with other like blocks with mortar between the blocks, or any other concrete block product.

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Declaration of Michael S. Lidbom.

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