Handling: hand and hoist-line implements – Utilizing fluid pressure – Frames
Patent
1985-10-31
1987-03-17
Marbert, James B.
Handling: hand and hoist-line implements
Utilizing fluid pressure
Frames
414752, B23Q 704
Patent
active
046502343
ABSTRACT:
A transfer boom assembly for panel type workpieces adapted for suspension from a reciprocal shuttle carriage comprises an elongated boom arm of circular cross section having a plurality of continuous parallel passages formed within and along the length thereof. An air fitting is selectively connected to one end of at least one passage and connected by a conduit to an air control valve connected to a source of pressurized air. A plurality of variably spaced air fittings are connected to the arm along its length respectively in communication with at least one pressurized passage. A plurality of variably spaced vacuum boom mounts are adjustably mounted upon the boom arm adjacent the outlet fittings respectively. Each mount includes a clamp mounted on and secured to the boom arm. A spreader bar at one end is connected to each clamp and adjustably mounts along its length a venturi vacuum cup assembly for supporting registry with a workpiece. A series of conduits interconnect the fittings upon the boom arm and venturi cup assemblies.
REFERENCES:
patent: 3130528 (1964-04-01), Andersen
patent: 3139300 (1964-06-01), Hirt
patent: 4411574 (1983-10-01), Riley
patent: 4543034 (1985-09-01), Blatt et al.
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