Abstract: A fastening arrangement with a clip body, a fastening device and a panel is provided, with the clip body having a retainer for the fastening device, the clip body being fastenable to the panel which has fastening and positioning openings so that the clip body can be positioned on the panel by a stop of a positioning element on an edge of the positioning opening. The positioning opening has a size which allows the clip body with the fastening device held thereon to be passed at least partially therethrough, the positioning element bearing at least partially against the edge of the positioning opening and the positioning element at the same time being or being connected to a locking element which makes contact with the panel on a side facing away from the retainer. The locking element is arranged opposite the retainer. A clip body and clip are also provided.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a manifold plate-like structure having two end regions and an opening located in the recessed region configured to allow fluid flow therethrough and a clamping device. The clamping device includes a first clamping block and a first mechanical fastener to couple the first clamping block and the manifold. The apparatus also includes a vibratory separator including a basket having support structure therein, the manifold coupled to the support structure with a clamping device. A pan is disposed above the manifold and coupled to the manifold and a screen is disposed on the pan. A pressure differential device is coupled to the manifold and configured to provide a pressure differential across the screen. A method includes coupling the manifold to the support structure, disposing the pan on the support structure, and coupling the pan to the manifold.

Abstract: A vehicle trim portion connection bracket is provided. The bracket includes a first flange having a connecting portion configured to be coupled to a trim portion and a second flange configured to be coupled to a support member of the vehicle. The support member is configured to be coupled to a body of the vehicle. A relief slot is provided in the first flange and configured to reduce a load required to deform the connecting portion relative to a remaining portion of the first flange, such that the connecting portion may be deformed without disrupting the coupling between the bracket and the support member.

Abstract: A strut fitting for a strut includes a fitting body having opposite ends and a length extending between the opposite ends. First and second opposite faces extend along the length of the body. Opposite sides are disposed between the first and second faces and extend along the length of the body. The first face and at least portions of the opposite sides adjacent the first face define a first cross-sectional shape of the fitting body that is generally dovetail-shaped. A catch is secured to and extends outward from the first face of the fitting body. The catch is resiliently deflectable relative to the fitting body.

Abstract: An aircraft comprises a secondary support structure, and a nut plate engaging the secondary support structure. The nut plate includes at least one locator protrusion engaging a mounting hole in the secondary support structure to constrain motion of the nut plate along the secondary support structure. The nut plate further includes means for additionally constraining motion of the nut plate away from the secondary support structure.

Abstract: A fastening device for attaching a structural member to a support member includes a lower portion having a shank portion attachable to the support member, and an upper portion having a radial flange at the outer side and an axial passage. The shank portion is insertable into the axial passage of the upper portion from one end thereof. At least one outer side of the shank portion has an axially parallel extending row of saw-tooth-shaped teeth, and a resilient pawl being formed at the axial passage for cooperating with the row of teeth in a ratchet manner, when the upper portion is pushed onto the shank portion in a first direction, to block a displacement of the upper and lower portions in a second, opposite direction.

Abstract: A mounting structure of a solar cell module includes a fastening for mounting the solar cell module on a lateral beam. The fastening includes a body, and a plurality of hooks formed at an end of the body. The hooks have a hook having a form bent toward one side, having an end directed downward and serving as a first hook, and a hook having a form bent away from the one side, having an end directed downward and serving as a second hook. The hooks are opposed to and engaged with a projection of a hooked and L-shaped form formed on the solar cell module.

Abstract: A trim molding assembly including a component having an attachment portion, at least one retainer in which the component and the retainer attach to one another, at least one clip on the retainer, and at least one detent area on the component. The component contacts the retainer clip, such that the attachment portion of the component is placed between the clip and a plurality of surfaces of the retainer. The attachment portion of the component extends through a first detent area and connects a first detent side of the first detent area and a second detent side of the first detent area. The attachment portion has a greater length than the clip such that the component changes positions with respect to the retainer while maintaining the connection between the retainer and the component.

Abstract: A fixing clamp for connection of sheets with different expansion properties and is thus installed in a rectangular opening of a support plate. The fixing clamp includes a rectangular baseplate and a threaded sleeve in the center. Transverse webs are bent in the same direction as the threaded sleeve on a front transverse edge. Two clamping legs are bent away from the sleeve, parallel to the baseplate. A further clamping leg is bent upwards on the opposing rear transverse edge in the same direction as the front clamping leg. Spring webs are cut into the baseplate on both sides of the threaded sleeve and bent at an angle in the same direction as the clamping legs. The spring webs are bent with the end regions thereof reaching the baseplate, whereby a separation “A” between the end regions and the transverse webs on the front clamping leg is of such a size that the spring webs extend into the opening when the front clamping legs are situated on the longitudinal edge of the opening.

Abstract: A male snap component is provided which is particularly useful for replacing an existing male snap component of a snap fastener which has been pulled free from a panel within which is was supported. The male snap component comprises a head, a shank extending from the head and an anchor threadably supported on the shank at a location spaced from the head. The anchor has a plurality of gripping fingers extending in a longitudinal direction of the shank from the anchor towards the head at an outward incline away from the shank in a relaxed position for engaging an opposite side of the panel as the head when inserted through a bore formed in the panel where the previous male snap component was located. The fingers flex inwardly to permit insertion of the anchor through the bore from an accessible side of the panel. Subsequent rotation of the shank clamps the panel between the head and anchor.

Abstract: A device for coupling a one computer component, such as a printed circuit board and mounting bracket, to another computer component, such as a computer chassis. The device may comprise an engaging member and a fastener. The fastener may be configured to attach the engaging member to a fastener aperture in the chassis while the engaging member clamps the bracket against the chassis. The engaging member may have a protrusion sized and shaped to extend through an opening in the bracket and at least partially into an aperture in the chassis to restrict motion of the printed circuit board relative to the chassis. The engaging member may further include a plurality of protrusions to engage with and restrict motion of a corresponding plurality of printed circuit boards relative to the chassis.

Abstract: A component mounting structure is for temporarily fastening a small component (2) such as an assist grip to a large component (3) such as a large interior or exterior component of an automobile. A fastening hole of the small component is aligned with a fastening hole of the large component and the small component is temporarily fastened to the large component by inserting a clip (1) into the both fastening holes. The clip comprises a first engagement portion (6) to be brought into surface-contact with the large component, a shank (7) extending from the first engagement portion, and a second engagement portion (9) integrally formed with the shank (7) so as to be engaged with the small component, wherein the first engagement portion, the shank, and the second engagement portion of the clip are formed to have a hollow portion so that a screw component can axially be inserted therein. The screw component (13) is inserted and held in the clip under the temporary fastening condition.

Abstract: A device for coupling a one computer component, such as a printed circuit board and mounting bracket, to another computer component, such as a computer chassis. The device may comprise an engaging member and a fastener. The fastener may be configured to attach the engaging member to a fastener aperture in the chassis while the engaging member clamps the bracket against the chassis. The engaging member may have a protrusion sized and shaped to extend through an opening in the bracket and at least partially into an aperture in the chassis to restrict motion of the printed circuit board relative to the chassis. The engaging member may further include a plurality of protrusions to engage with and restrict motion of a corresponding plurality of printed circuit boards relative to the chassis.

Abstract: A bumper holding clip for fastening an attachment member onto a workpiece, in which the clip includes a base, a holding portion and a fixing portion. The holding portion is formed on one of the surfaces of the base for receiving and holding a supporting portion of the attachment member, such as a bumper. The holding portion has a receiving portion for receiving the supporting portion of the attachment member. The receiving portion is formed on one side of a wall, on which the opposite side has affixed thereto a centrally located resilient holding member that engages the supporting portion of the attachment member from slipping out of the holding portion. The wall is rigid at its opposite corners to immovably support the supporting portion of the attachment member within the receiving portion. The receiving portion is a bag-like insertion groove that has an elongated cross section to receive a plate-like supporting portion of the attachment member.

Abstract: An attachment fitting (1) for longitudinally grooved covering strips (12) consists of a holding member (2) of U-shaped cross-section, which in the middle area of its leg portion (21) has a mounting hole (3) and adjacent the ends of its leg portions (22) has bent holding straps (24). To obtain a fitting suited for being mounted at an inside edge, the holding member (2) is provided with transition portions (23) between the web portion (21) and the leg portions (22), which transition portions are symmetrical to the central longitudinal plane (E) and flatten the external corner portions.

Abstract: An improved mounting system for securely attaching a piece of arcuate trim around a vehicle fender is disclosed herein. Such vehicle fenders have an inner edge that terminates in an upwardly directed flange, while the vehicle trim has a mounting flange nestable over the fender flange which further includes a plurality of elongated slots. The mounting system comprises a U-shaped strip of resiliently deformable metal whose opposing sides define a U-shaped recess for receiving the upwardly directed flange of the fender, as well as a fastener assembly for fastening the mounting flange of the trim to the clamping member that includes a threaded stud, one end of which is connected to a first side of the U-shaped strip of metal forming the clamping member. When the free end of the stud is inserted through one of the slots in the trim, and a nut is threadedly engaged to the stud, the mounting flange of the trim is secured to the clamping member.

Abstract: A fastener attaches to a vehicle body, for example the underside of a hood, to retain a device on the vehicle. The fastener has a bracket with a hook for engaging a first land of the hood, a bar connected to the hook through an elbow for engaging a second land of the hood and a tab at the end of the bar for engaging a third land of the hood. A pin secures the bracket in place using a recess in the hood and the bracket is adapted to wedge into position on the lands to further secure it in place. The device connects to the bracket.

Abstract: A slat assembly for vehicle luggage racks is disclosed with a pre-assembled slat and end cap. The end cap includes a mounting member for insertion into the end of the slat. A hole through the mounting member receives a headed stud as a separate and separable part from the mounting member. When the mounting member is inserted into the slat, the stud is held captive by the overlying rub strip on the slat or the flanges of the slat.

Abstract: A retaining apparatus is provided for mounting glass panels within the cabinet frame such as china cabinet doors or the like. The retaining apparatus contains an insert which is resilient and provides a cushion effect to the glass panels which may be subject to sudden impacts during shipping and handling. The insert can be removed and replaced by a thicker or thinner insert as needed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a clip made of a resin or similar material, which clip is designed to be secured to an edge of a window portion of a vehicle panel for fixing window glass in said portion and also fitted with a molding. The clip is provided with a protuberance and an engaging portion for properly mounting and fixing window glass and molding. The clip of the present device is especially characterized by a pair of elastic guide protrusions formed at both side ends of said protuberance so as to extend therefrom upwardly of window glass and also so designed that they can be housed in said molding.

Abstract: A joining hardware set for the releasable joining of the back wall of a cabinet to the carcass walls thereof. The hardware set has a back wall-related component in the form of an elongated case open at the bottom, which can be affixed to the back wall, and a carcass-related component which is covered by the back wall-related component when the latter is properly installed and which can be fastened to the carcass wall, the carcass-related component having a sloping engagement surface. A tightening means in the form of a circularly or spirally defined disk is journaled at a point offset from the axis of rotation, and its circumferential surface is a tightening surface which slopes at an angle complementary to the engagement surface of the top section.

Abstract: An upholstery fixing device consists of a bracket having a holdfast suspended therefrom with bendable or flexible straps. In use the bracket is riveted to the back of a trim board, and the holdfast is pushed into an associated aperture of an inside panel of a car door. Then, the bendable straps can be yieldingly bent to automatically reduce any misalignment between a fixed bracket (and hence its holdfast) and an associated aperture of the inside panel of the car door, thus facilitating the fixing of the upholstery to the inside panel of the car door in exact registration.

Abstract: A mounting arrangement for clamping plastic workpieces such as replacement engine and transmission covers in the automotive aftermarket. The mounting arrangement includes a metal eyelet crimped over an annular bead on the workpiece and having a flat central portion with a mounting opening. An annular metal spacer is captured on and carried by the eyelet surrounding the mounting opening to position the head of a mounting bolt above the plane of the workpiece for access by a socket wrench or the like.