External vibratory grout consolidator for vertically reinforced concrete masonry
US8092071B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 6, 2009 |
| Grant date | Jan 10, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 26, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04G21/068
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vibratory grout consolidator device for eliminating gaps and voids in grout by attaching to reinforcing bars extending within masonry block walls and encapsulated within the grout. The device includes a clamp including a bar sleeve having a first part attached to a first arm and a second part attached to a second arm. The bar sleeve has a pair of open ends that allow a reinforcing bar to extending fully through the bar sleeve. A vibration source is attached to the clamp so that when the bar sleeve is engaged with the reinforcing bar, vibration is transmitted to the reinforcing bar and encapsulating grout.
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