Work holders – Operator supported – Handle manipulation for jaw actuation
Reexamination Certificate
2008-03-14
2009-11-10
Wilson, Lee D (Department: 3727)
Work holders
Operator supported
Handle manipulation for jaw actuation
C269S166000, C269S003000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07614617
ABSTRACT:
A multi-range auto-advance bar clamp used for clamping work pieces together which may upon release of the brake instantly and automatically adjust from a wide open position to any desired closed position. The multi-range auto-advance bar clamp may comprise a slide bar, a movable jaw, a sliding jaw, a body, a drive assembly and a brake, an advancement mechanism, a rigid structural body extension and a slide rail. The jaws of the clamp are adjustably separated and positioned about a work piece. A mechanism for controlling the speed with which the clamp automatically closes may also be provided.
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Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Ohlson Glenn W.
Wilson Lee D
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