Abstract: A removable clamp assembly for the ends of an elastomer sleeve of a spreader roller which includes and outer bearing ring, a clamp cup and a clamp cover. The outer bearing ring has a textured outer diameter which is sized to fit closely in said elastomer sleeve. The outer bearing ring also includes a central bore for mounting of an anti friction bearing therein. The clamp cup is sized to fit on the outer diameter of the elastomer sleeve and includes a plurality of clamp segments which are arrayed on the outer edge of an end ring. The segments have a tapered outer surface terminating in a mouth portion. A clamp cover is fitted onto and over the tapered outer surface thereby clamping said elastomer sleeve between the clamping segments and the bearing ring.

Abstract: A sleeve stretcher assembly for the ends of an elastomer sleeve of a spreader roller which includes a stationary shaft having at least one of its end portions configured as a tube. A slide rod is adapted for sliding interior of said tube in a direction parallel to an axis of the shaft. A hub member is arrayed exterior of said tube while being connected to the slide rod by a pivot means. An axis of the hub member is selectively tilted with respect to an axis of said shaft by a tilt adjusting means. The slide rod is selectively positioned interior of the tube by a linear adjusting means. The selected linear adjustment is maintained by a locking means.