Patents Assigned to Dana Canada, Inc.
  • Axle and suspension connection assembly and method
    Patent number: 6032967
    Abstract: A spring seat assembly and method of assembling the same reduces field failures related to existing axle and suspension attachment designs. The suspension is attached to the axle housing through an upper spring seat welded to the housing, and the upper seat is then supported by a weld-on lower strap to the lower section of the axle housing whereby the lower strap distributes the weld stress from the vehicle articulation into the lower channel. The upper spring seat and lower strap are subjected to a clamp load prior to welding.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 18, 1998
    Date of Patent: March 7, 2000
    Assignee: Dana Canada, Inc.
    Inventor: Ron Ogoniek