Apparatus and method for finishing chain assembly

Details Apparatus and method for finishing chain assembly Apparatus and method for finishing chain assembly

1989-08-22

1991-10-22

Jones, David

Metal working

Plural diverse manufacturing apparatus including means for...

Binding or covering and cutting

29 33R, 291606, 29428, 295648, 59 16, 59 31, 229192, 901 42, B23P 2304

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050582526

ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus for opening the bolt of a fastener, inserting an end cap D-ring, or quality tag. The method and apparatus comprises using a first clamp configured to receive therein a fasteners, a second clamp being configured to engage a latch or bolt of the fasteners, a robot gripper and control means to effect the opening of the fastener, the insertion of an end of a chain into the fastener and the closing of the fastener. The movement of the latch or bolt knob is coordinated with the movement of the fastener such that the forces acting on the bolt knob are substantially parallel to the direction of travel of the bolt in the fastener.

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