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Alignment tool for sheet material shears

US9962777B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateSep 6, 2016
Grant dateMay 8, 2018
Priority date
Expiry dateSep 6, 2036

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB23D33/08
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An apparatus for improving the accuracy of machines which shear plate materials in general and sheet metals in particular. The apparatus comprises an indicator that is magnetically mounted to the shearing blade and extends downward toward the work table of the machine to give an indication of where the blade will pass through the metal.

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