Work support
US7581722B2 · kind B2 · utility
Assignee
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 9, 2008 |
| Grant date | Sep 1, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 9, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23Q2240/005
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
It is necessary to support components while machining is performed. In such circumstances work supports are now provided, whilst previously there was a dedicated arrangement for each component to be supported. By achieving a modularity in terms of adjustment through creating mountings comprising rings, arcs or bars secured upon posts a rigidity of presentation of support ends is achieved. By providing spacers for location about the posts on the mountings variability with regard to the positioning of the support ends is achieved such that similar geometry but different sized components and articles can be supported by the support arrangements. Furthermore, the spacers may be readily removed if C shaped, and the rings, arcs or bars can be shifted.
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