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Gripping tools

US9475640B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 10, 2015
Grant dateOct 25, 2016
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Expiry dateJun 10, 2035

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA45F2005/1013
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A tool for selective attachment to pipe or other elongated objects. The tool includes a handgrip for gripping the tool by hand, which is attached to a base. The tool includes a flexible fastener or strap for wrapping around the pipe, and a tensioner for exerting tension on the fastener to clamp the pipe between the fastener and the base.

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