Panel support mechanism
US5752820A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 27, 1996 |
| Grant date | May 19, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 27, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC03B35/207
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A support assembly for supporting a glass panel during thermal processing. In one embodiment, a support assembly includes a base member, and a mechanism secured to the base member. The mechanism includes a support plate adapted for contact with a panel, wherein the mechanism is operative to distribute the weight of the panel and support plate about a bottom surface of the support plate. In a further embodiment a support assembly includes a base assembly and a leveling assembly having a plurality of plates defining a support surface. An alternative embodiment of a support assembly is adapted for supporting panels in a vertical position and includes a base assembly and a levelling assembly.
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