Flush position indicator for fastener installation tool for roof truss framing and construction system
US10406659B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 26, 2017 |
| Grant date | Sep 10, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 5, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49963
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An installation tool for fastening a top plate to a roof support member and other structural connections is adapted to drive threaded fasteners at a pre-established angle. The tool preferably includes a rotary driver assembly and a telescopic tube assembly. A guide head assembly is mounted adjacent the outer end of the telescopic tube assembly. Locating or reference structures function to properly precisely set the drive angle of the fastener. Various indicators mounted to the guide head indicate the flush position of a locating surface or reference structure. The flush indicators may employ a projection, a flag, an LED or an audio module.
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