Method and apparatus for precision manufacturing of moment connection assemblies
US11717921B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 21, 2021 |
| Grant date | Aug 8, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 14, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04B2001/2424
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus for connecting collar components to an elongate member is disclosed. The apparatus includes a frame structure having a central opening that is configured to receive an elongate member and that includes at least a first gripping station and a second gripping station. Each gripping station includes a reference surface and a clamp device that is configured to force a collar component against the reference surface. The first and second gripping stations are configured to control relative spatial location of a first collar component held by the first gripping station relative to a second collar component gripped by the second gripping station, prior to connecting the first and second collar components to the elongate member.
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