Quick-release post for a papermaking machine press frame
US5250154A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 17, 1992 |
| Grant date | Oct 5, 1993 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 17, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
- CPC primaryD21F7/001
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A quick-release post apparatus for a press comprises a pair of opposed, spaced post members with a pivoted link mounted in one post member and a pivoted swing arm mounted in the other post member. The link is movable between the opposed first and second post members. The swing arm includes a hook for engaging a rod in the link whereby the link compressively pre-loads the ends of the opposed first and second post members against a removable block, which is interposed between the opposed ends of the first and second post members. The post can thereby be quickly reconfigured between an open position permitting passage between the first and second post members when the block is removed, and a closed position when the block is in place between the post members where the post is a rigid, load-bearing member.
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