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Extended support clip for a metal locking tie

US9457942B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 1, 2014
Grant dateOct 4, 2016
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Expiry dateJun 28, 2034

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T24/1473
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A metal locking tie and support clip for securing a bundle are disclosed. The metal locking tie is positioned within the support clip. The metal locking tie has a tie head and a tie body. The tie head includes a locking ball and a bottom with an opening. The tie body includes a first end and a second end with cut-off edges. The support clip supports the bottom of the tie head and encapsulates the cut-off edges of the second end of the tie body.

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