Wing nut installation and removal tool
US7293482B1 · kind B1 · utility
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 15, 2006 |
| Grant date | Nov 13, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 15, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB25B13/5091
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A tool for installing and removing wing nuts. The tool includes an ergonomic, rigid handle for gripping by the hand of the user. One end of the handle includes wing nut engagement features that center the wing nut for a snug engagement by the tool. The tool is manually rotated to either tighten or loosen wing nuts. The tool is particularly useful for the installation and removal of wing nuts used to secure storm panels over the windows and doors of a building structure.
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