Metal working – Means to assemble or disassemble – Means to drive self-piercing work part
Patent
1994-09-21
1996-09-10
Gorski, Joseph M.
Metal working
Means to assemble or disassemble
Means to drive self-piercing work part
100210, 100913, B30B 1516, B30B 302
Patent
active
055533752
ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for manufacturing trusses is provided for pressing truss plates into a plurality of wood pieces positioned on a platform and for facilitating easy removal of the truss from the platform. The apparatus includes a pair of guide tracks extending along the platform and having separate end portions adjacent the removal end of the platform. A gantry frame is supported on the guide tracks and carries a roller above the platform for pressing the truss plates into the wood pieces. The apparatus includes lifting means for lifting the end portions of the guide tracks and the gantry frame supported thereon. Accordingly, the truss can be easily removed from the platform by passing it under the roller. In addition, wheels are disclosed for facilitating movement of the apparatus away from the platform to allow maintenance thereof. An associated method of manufacturing trusses is also disclosed.
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Gorski Joseph M.
Tee-Lok Corporation
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