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Method of manufacturing a security device

US7721407B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 4, 2006
Grant dateMay 25, 2010
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Expiry dateAug 28, 2028

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/49956
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A security device is described including a bolt and a securement washer through which the bolt is be disposed. The securement washer includes a hole, at least one circumferential groove within the hole, and a C-shaped ring disposed within the circumferential groove. The security device also includes a first end cap with a bolt head receiving well, a first end cap hole through which the shaft of the bolt is disposed, and a first end cap circumferential wall extending above the head of the bolt. The first end cap circumferential wall permits the first end cap to be closed around the head of the bolt. The security device also includes a second end cap with a securement washer receiving well and a second end cap circumferential wall extending above the securement washer. The second end cap circumferential wall permitting the second end cap to be closed around the securement washer.

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