Vehicle bench lift
US4690250A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 20, 1987 |
| Grant date | Sep 1, 1987 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 20, 2007 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB66F7/065
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A portable lift for the bench frame of a vehicle measuring, bending and aligning system with two pairs of pivotally interconnected arms driven by a pair of fluid actuated cylinders, all of which are carried by a base and when fully lowered received between longitudinal rails of the bench frame. Preferably, the lift is operated by a portable and remote power and control unit. Preferably, when raised, the lift is prevented from suddenly dropping to the fully lowered position in the event of a failure or malfunction of the drive cylinders or power unit by a catch mechanism disposed between the arms of the lift.
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