Method of applying a fastener to sheet material

Details Method of applying a fastener to sheet material Method of applying a fastener to sheet material

1987-06-09

1988-09-06

Moon, Charlie T.

Metal working

Method of mechanical manufacture

Assembling or joining

29446, 29450, 295251, 227 15, B23P 1100

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047682760

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for joining two elements of a fastener element together with a sheet of compliant material sandwiched therebetween includes an apertured member whose opening is shaped to accept one of the fastener elements. The remote end of the fastener element has a recess therein with the material stretched taut across the opening to the recess. A prong member pierces the material and seats itself in the recess with the material immediately surrounding the recess lying in a wrinkle free condition.

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