Abstract: Described herein is a process for applying granular material on an outer side of a foodstuff product (P). This process comprises the steps of: providing a mould (102) having a mould cavity (S?) that is delimited, at least partially, by at least one mobile wall (106); positioning the product (P) in the mould cavity by setting the outer side (p1) in a position facing and at a distance from the mobile wall; introducing granular material in the gap (112) comprised between the mobile wall (106) and the outer side of the product; and moving the mobile wall (106) towards the outer side of the product so that it comes to press the granular material against the outer side (p1) of the product (P).

Abstract: A mold system for a modular telescoping barrier and method of construction provides barriers arranged in a telescoping configuration with tight tolerances. The barriers are constructed with an inner and outer mold subassembly, separated by a gap. A shape-adapted funnel pours mold filling into gap between mold subassemblies. When mold filling dries, the mold subassemblies are removed to access a barrier. Barriers are nested with other barriers having incrementally larger or smaller perimeters to achieve telescoping configuration. A base barrier with a support flange supports multiple barriers. The inner and outer subassemblies are made up of individual panels fitted together end to end, and at corners in a tight relationship. Reinforcing structures abut the panels to prevent panels from bulging. The narrow end of the funnels includes clamps that press inwardly on the panels to prevent bulging. A level and an agitating mechanism enable mold filling to be poured uniformly.

Abstract: A mold and method for making a hollow core concrete block. The mold has two opposing side walls; a bottom wall; a front wall; a top side with an opening through which the block can be removed from the mold; a cover, and a rear side through which liquid, such as concrete, can be poured into the mold. Extending from the two side walls are a pair of trunnions about which the mold is rotatable, such that when the mold is suspended by the trunnions and the mold is empty, gravity rotates the mold from a block-removal orientation in which the top side faces upwards to a mold-filling orientation in which the rear side faces upwards. The trunnions are also positioned such that when the mold is filled with the liquid, gravity rotates the mold from the mold-filling orientation to the block-removal orientation.

Abstract: A hip spacer mold forming a spacer with a spacer stem connected to a spacer head has a stem portion for forming a spacer stem. The hip spacer mold also has a plurality of interchangeable head modules configured for alternatively forming spacer heads of a plurality of different predetermined sizes. The head modules are configured to be disposed adjacent the stem portion.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and devices for forming articles of food. The methods and devices are configured for forming exterior portions and interior portions of a food article so as to form a cavity for placement of similar or different articles of food therein. In one exemplary embodiment, the present invention provides a forming device configured for forming an exterior portion of the food article in a first step, an interior portion of the food article in a second step and an interior and exterior portion in a third step.

Abstract: Mold system (1) for manufacturing cardboard-based container, comprising movable mold half (10) and stationary mold half (20) located opposite one another. Movable mold half (10), movable with respect to stationary mold half (20), includes at least a core plate (4), a plate-like seal ring (5) movable with respect to the core, and collar ring (6). Stationary mold half (40) includes at least a mold plate (7) provided with a mold cavity (71) and a seal surface (7a). In the mold system (1), an insert (720) can be supported on and detachably attached to the base (71b) of the mold cavity (71) reducing the depth H of the mold cavity by its height h. Container (500) comprises bottom (57) pressed from cardboard blank and wall (59) connected to the bottom and plastic rim (50) connected to the upper edge of the walls.

Abstract: The concepts disclosed herein provide for a concrete mold that improves upon existing concrete molds known in the art. The hinged side-panel members that are locked to a hold-down frame allow for the mold to cure a concrete member, and then allow the concrete member to be removed without the need to break-down the frame surrounding the concrete member. During the pouring and ensuing curing process of the concrete member, the hinged side-panel members are secured to the hold-down frame and to each other in order to hold the concrete in the mold. Once the concrete is cured, the hinged side-panel members may be unlocked and opened quickly, allowing for expedient removal of the concrete member. After closing and re-locking the hinged side-panel members, the mold may be reused to cure another concrete member without the need to rebuild the frame around the mold.

Abstract: A hip spacer mold forming a spacer with a spacer stem connected to a spacer head has a stem portion for forming a spacer stem. The hip spacer mold also has a plurality of interchangeable head modules configured for alternatively forming spacer heads of a plurality of different predetermined sizes. The head modules are configured to be disposed adjacent the stem portion.

Abstract: A form and process for casting concrete blocks, each having at least one side textured. The blocks are cast in cavities which have a resilient insert on at least one side for imparting texture to the blocks. After the cast blocks are cured, the form is inverted and placed on a support surface. At least the side having the resilient insert is moved laterally away from the block and the form is lifted to leave the block on the support surface. The textured side can release from the form despite deep grooves and crevices simulating natural stones.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for blow molding an article wherein a parison is positioned between substantially opposed mold closures. The opposed mold closures and at least one other mold closure are advanced, wherein the at least one other mold closure is advanced into abutment with at least one of another of the substantially opposed mold closures, and another of the at least one other mold closure. Thereafter, a gas may be injected within the interior of the parison to form a molded article, the mold closures retracted along their respective axes, and the molded article removed.

Abstract: The apparatus may include moveable partitions that may be positioned in a side-by-side arrangement. The partitions may be moveable with respect to each other to facilitate installation of liners and reinforcing material and the removal of the concrete structures from the apparatus after the concrete has hardened. Cavities may be defined between the partitions for receiving concrete to form panels for use in barriers, walls and other structures. Removable liners may be temporarily secured to the partitions in a manner that does not comprise the integrity of the liners. Further, the liners may be secured to the partitions utilizing a combination of mechanical and magnetic coupling. The liners may also include a molded portion for forming surface treatments in the panels. Removable bulkheads placed into the cavities allow the dimensions of the cavities to be variable to thereby permit the formation of panels of different dimensions using the same partitions.

Abstract: A system for preparing compressible food stuff such as ground meat to include a central cavity in the meat product which can receive one or more condiments prior to cooking with the pressing and shaping devices to cover the condiment filled cavity with an additional layer of the compressible food product for a final shape and compressed product. The molding system includes a mold body that is cylindrically shaped, a first press plate that includes a central smaller in diameter protrusion for forming a cavity in a compressible food product, a second press plate having a flat disc shaped for compressing the top layer of meat over the cavity and an adapter ring used to raise the side wall of the mold body for adding a second layer of meat to be compressed with the second press plate.

Abstract: An adjustable mold for manufacturing a pre-cast cantilevered concrete retaining wall. The adjustable mold includes a base, at least one upright form disposed substantially perpendicular and adjacent to the base, and a plurality of rails interchangeable and repositionable adapted to be secured to the base to vary the size and surface features of the retaining wall. The base, the upright form, and the plurality of rails cooperate to define a plurality cavities in fluid communication that shape and allow sufficient curing of a combination of fluid concrete and concrete reinforcement to form a retaining wall of a selected configuration. A top surface of the base is contoured to define the mold negative of a textured shape desirable for the external surface of the pre-cast cantilevered concrete retaining wall.

Abstract: A system includes one or more compacting wall retraction mechanisms for retracting one or more compacting walls of a compactable lightweight concrete block mold having at least two compacting walls. The compacting wall retraction mechanism(s) facilitate release of a compacted lightweight concrete block from the compactable lightweight concrete block mold. The system can include a mold feed conveyor, and a table for receiving the compactable lightweight concrete block mold from the mold feed conveyor. The system can include one or more tube extraction and re-insertion mechanisms for extracting or inserting tubes of a compactable mold. The system can include one or more end wall lock release mechanisms for releasing end walls to remove a molded block from the mold. Mold assembly and disassembly can be controlled by an electronic or computerized controller.

Abstract: A compactable mold comprises a main mold frame structure and plural wall structures including two end wall structures and two side wall structures. The plural wall structures define a mold cavity for forming a block from a mixture introduced into the mold cavity. At least two of the plural wall structures are movable wall structures for compacting the mixture. A described compactable mold has end walls and side walls that are shaped for forming tongue and groove features on a compacted block, and the end walls and side walls are movable such that a formed block can be released easily from the mold. A described compactable mold comprises at least one tube attached to at least one of the compacting wall structures. The compacting wall structures are operable to compact the mixture by moving toward the center of the mold cavity while the at least one tube remains stationary.

Abstract: The invention relates to an injection molding installation with a fixed and a moveable machine clamping plate, and at least one injection unit as well as an injection molding device which is located between the machine clamping plates for producing profiled parts, elongated at least in sections, by means of closure-side components which are assigned to the one machine clamping plate, and nozzle-side components which are assigned to the other machine clamping plate, as well as a slide module which is located between these components and which has a slide which is arranged in a moveable manner on a closure-side or nozzle-side component, wherein said slide contributes to form an original mould cavity, and a drive module for controlling the movement of the moveable part(s) of the slide module, wherein the part is produced in the intended dimension and shape inside and outside the mold via the movement of the slide.

Abstract: A system for forming thin-wall pre-cast concrete forms and structures, using vertical casting and slip-form techniques to partition wet concrete into separate thin-wall sections, the system being particularly useful for fabricating pre-cast concrete column forms having a composition and vertical consistency substantially the same as the integral poured concrete core of the finished concrete column.

Abstract: A hip spacer mold forming a spacer with a spacer stem connected to a spacer head has a stem portion for forming a spacer stem. The hip spacer mold also has a plurality of interchangeable head modules configured for alternatively forming spacer heads of a plurality of different predetermined sizes. The head modules are configured to be disposed adjacent the stem portion.

Abstract: An exemplary thin film transistor substrate (30) includes a base substrate (31) and a gate electrode (32) formed on the base substrate. The gate electrode includes a bonding layer (321) formed on the base substrate and an electrically conductive layer (322) formed on the bonding layer. The bonding layer includes one of aluminum oxide and zirconium dioxide.

Abstract: A molten metal mold and bottom block system, including apparatus and method embodiments, which may include a mold cavity framework with a first side, a second side opposite the first side, a third side, and a fourth side opposite the third side, each side including an inner surface and the inner surfaces defining a mold cavity, and wherein one or more of the sides are movably mounted relative to the second side, and are controllably moved during the casting. This system may also include embodiments wherein the castpart produced has a tapered form at one or both of the castpart ends. Aspects of this invention may be considered to be a castpart shrinkage management system or a castpart form or profile control system due to the advantage of increased controls of castpart form during the casting process.

Abstract: A mold box with an angled division plate and methods for making blocks of various shapes and sizes and columns and walls constructed with the blocks. Multiple embodiments of the mold box are disclosed for enabling different numbers of blocks and sizes of blocks to be formed in a single mold box.

Abstract: A formwork making apparatus includes a bottom block, two side locating boards arranged in parallel on the bottom block, two forming boards respectively adhered to the side locating boards and set facing each other, two blocking plates set between the two side locating boards at the two distal ends and defining with the side locating boards and the bottom block an elongated molding chamber, and two fixtures fastened to the side locating boards and the blocking plates to secure the side locating boards and the blocking plates to the bottom block.

Abstract: Thermoplastic polymers, rubbery polymeric components and reinforcing fillers are mixed and heated to a range of 380° F. to 440° F. The resulting mixture is then fed into a BANBURY mixer, with the resulting mixture fed into a diverter feeding two molds. The velocity of the piston of each mold being filled is controlled to thereby control the density of the molded product along its length (BANBURY is a registered trademark of Farrel Corporation). As each mold is filled, it is deposited in a cool water bath (50° F.–60° F.) while the next mold is being filled. The molds are sequentially transferred to an air cooling rack to complete the process. A texture, generally comprising indentations perpendicular to the longitudinal axis on the molded object, provides a frictional surface between the railway crosstie and the ballast beneath the crosstie.

Abstract: A mix distributor (10) for filling a tray-like mold (100) comprises a fixed structure (20), having a distribution surface (24) supporting a mold (100), and a movable housing (30), displaceable above the mold (100) The movable housing is provided with a hopper containing the mix having at its bottom end a port (50) for discharging the mix. An extractor belt (60) which is integral with and positioned underneath the hopper (40), forming the bottom thereof, is able to receive and convey the discharged mi (110) so that it falls by effect of gravity into the mold (100) and is unformly distributed.

Abstract: A formwork for precast concrete panel comprises of a quadrangle panel with a base and four side panels. The formwork (10) comprises of a base (14), which is provided with an island region (20) and/or a mound region (22), a pair of parallel fixed spaced apart side panels (16) and a pair of parallel moveable side panels (18). The island region (20) and/or mound region (22) is positioned between the parallel moveable paced apart side panels (18) and wherein said parallel moveable spaced apart side panel (18) are removeably secured to the parallel fixed spaced apart side panels (16) in a tight manner in any desired distance from the center of the island (20) and/or mound (22) region.

Abstract: The invention is directed to adjustable length mold assemblies for forming inflatable members and methods for using adjustable length mold assemblies for forming inflatable members, such as, for example, balloons for use with balloon catheters and stent delivery systems. The adjustable length mold assemblies comprise at least two mold pieces adapted to fit together, one mold piece having a surface configured to be slidably received by a bore of the other mold piece, the placement of one piece within the other defining a chamber of variable length which forms the mold. Each adjustable length mold assembly of the present invention is effective to form balloons, where if desired different balloons formed by a single mold may have different lengths. The adjustable length mold assemblies may also comprise a positioner to put a mold piece in a desired position relative to the other, and a locking mechanism to secure a mold piece in a desired position.

Abstract: A casting apparatus for receiving electrophoretic gel trays is disclosed. The casting apparatus includes a flat-surfaced base with upright walls at proximal and distal ends, thus forming a U-shaped chamber with open sides and top. Shafts extend parallel with the base from the outer ends of the proximal wall to supporting elements mounted between the proximal and distal walls. The bars pass through holes drilled through a moveable partitioning wall that is parallel to the end walls, and able to slide along the bars. An open-ended gel tray of varying size may be placed in the interior casting chamber formed between the sliding and distal walls. Contact between the gel tray and the casting apparatus is achieved by means of compression springs on the shafts, proximal to the sliding wall, which apply constant pressure against the sliding wall towards the gel tray and distal wall.

Abstract: A method for injection molding of resin or rubber at an insert positioned in a lower mold injects and fills melted resin or rubber into a cavity of an upper mold through a gate. The lower metal mold has a flexible supporting member supporting the mold insert. The supporting member is vertically movable in a recess formed on the upper surface of the lower mold. The underside thereof is supported by the tip ends of shafts of pressing members that operate independently. The movable supporting member is moved while being pressed by the respective shafts of the pressing members to the upper mold at a plurality of positions. The resin or rubber is molded when the upper surface of the insert uniformly contacts the underside of the upper mold by bending of the movable supporting member.

Abstract: A method for rotational molding uses a mold having first and second mold components defining therebetween a mold cavity. The first mold component includes a mold insert adapted to translate toward the second mold component. A spring-biased latch mechanism restrains the mold insert in the outward disposition, and a touch pad is struck to trigger the latch mechanism and urge the mold inwardly while the mold is rotating. In another aspect, the invention includes a method for rotational molding that employs the rotational mold described above. With the mold insert latched in the outward disposition, the rotational mold charged with thermoplastic material rotated biaxially and heated. After heating, while the mold assembly continues to rotate, the touch pad is struck to release the latch and cause the mold insert to move inwardly. The mold insert includes structural features that are moved more proximate to opposed mold portions.

Abstract: An apparatus for rotational molding provides a mold having first and second mold components defining therebetween a mold cavity. The first mold component includes a mold insert adapted to translate toward the second mold component. A spring-biased latch mechanism restrains the mold insert in the outward disposition, and a touch pad is struck to trigger the latch mechanism and urge the mold insert inwardly while the mold is rotating. With the mold insert latched in the outward disposition, the rotational mold charged with thermoplastic material rotated biaxially and heated. After heating, while the mold assembly continues to rotate, the touch pad is struck to release the latch and cause the mold insert to move inwardly. The mold insert includes structural features that are moved more proximate to opposed mold portions.

Abstract: A brick molding apparatus and mold section adapted for receiving a plurality of individual clay slugs and molding the clay slugs into green bricks. The mold section includes first and second opposing spaced-apart end plates extending from one end of the mold section to the other. A plurality of spaced-apart side plates are perpendicularly disposed between the opposing end plates. A plurality of adjustable base plates are positioned between the end plates and the side plates. The end plates, side plates, and base plates cooperate to form respective end, side, and bottom walls of a plurality of individual mold cavities. Each of the mold cavities has a length defined by a distance between the opposing end plates, a width defined by a distance between adjacent ones of the side plates, and a depth defined by a distance between the base plate and an open top of the mold cavity.

Abstract: The invention is directed to adjustable length mold assemblies for forming inflatable members and methods for using adjustable length mold assemblies for forming inflatable members, such as, for example, balloons for use with balloon catheters and stent delivery systems. The adjustable length mold assemblies comprise at least two mold pieces adapted to fit together, one mold piece having a surface configured to be slidably received by a bore of the other mold piece, the placement of one piece within the other defining a chamber of variable length which forms the mold. Each adjustable length mold assembly of the present invention is effective to form balloons, where if desired different balloons formed by a single mold may have different lengths. The adjustable length mold assemblies may also comprise a positioner to put a mold piece in a desired position relative to the other, and a locking mechanism to secure a mold piece in a desired position.

Abstract: A mold assembly has two mold half shells, corresponding mold half carriers, and a novel intermediate interconnecting member comprising a pair of ring shaped locating members. The locating members have an inner locating wall, preferably a stepped shoulder, that fits into a recessed slot in the outer wall of the mold shells. The locating members have an outer wall that fits into a recessed slot in the inner wall of the mold half carriers. The inner and outer locating walls of the locating members are vertically positioned relative to each to determine the vertical registry of the mold shell to the mold carrier. By utilizing intermediate interconnecting members of differing relative vertical positioning of the inner and outer locating walls, universals mold shells and mold carriers may be used for containers having differing neck heights whereby the neck height adjustment is accommodated by changing the intermediate interconnecting member.

Abstract: A variable size food molding tray apparatus is disclosed, having at least two flat base portions of uniform thickness, with selected sizes in length and width. Multiple frame portions each having a groove along the inner and outer side receive the outer perimeter of the selected flat base portion. Multiple latches are positioned in spaced relation on the second end of the frame portions. The multiple catches are aligned with a movable latch positioned on the top side of the first end of each adjacent frame portion, to releasably secure the frame portions about the selected flat base portion, to form an open topped enclosure there-between. The open topped enclosure receives the food ingredients to be molded, and once the food has set, the multiple frame portions are removed, for ease of cutting the molded food into segments.

Abstract: The invention relates to an adjustable casting mold with a plurality of axially displaceable molding pins. Each molding pin has a self-locking threaded mechanism by way of which the molding pin is supported on a carrier plate. The carrier plates on which in each case a plurality of adjustable molding pins are mounted are, in turn, connected to a molding-box housing member to be adjustable in a different manner perpendicular to the mold parting surface.

Abstract: Molded plastic articles are prepared in accordance with the process and apparatus of the present invention. A first mold cavity is filled via a feeding unit in engagement with a first mold cavity with plastic containing a volume expanding agent, the filled first mold cavity and feeding unit are moved away from each other and a second mold cavity and the feeding unit are moved into engagement with each other, the second mold cavity is filled with plastic containing a volume expanding agent via the feeding unit, the plastic is expanded in the first mold cavity via the volume expanding agent while the second mold cavity is in engagement with the feeding unit, and the expanded article is ejected from the first mold cavity.

Abstract: A method of making a mold includes the steps of determining the contours of the part to be produced, forming pattern stations having a surface conforming to a contour of the part at a given location, placing the stations in spaced apart relationship, filling the spaces, vacuum forming a plastic material to a portion and applying a mold making material. An alternative method includes the steps of determining the contours of the part to be produced, forming pattern stations each having a surface conforming to a contour of the part at a given location, joining the stations together such that their surfaces form substantially the complete contour of the part and covering a portion of the pattern with a plastic material. The stations may be releasably joined together such that one or more may be removed and substituted with one or more different stations.

Abstract: A method for dynamically balancing a centrifugal blower fan wheel is disclosed. The method includes the steps of determining an amount and location of change in the fan inlet ring of the blower wheel which is required to balance the blower wheel. Once this determination is made, the radial thickness of the inlet ring is increased at a predetermined location to provide the proper amount of balance to the blower wheel. A mold is described for accomplishing this method.

Abstract: A food product mold includes a movable wall within the cavity of the mold for altering the shape or volume of the cavity. An operating mechanism interconnected with the movable wall moves the wall to various positions within the cavity. The operating mechanism includes at least one shaft rotatably mounted to and extending through the mold, a cam member mounted to the shaft and engageable with the wall, and a shaft rotating mechanism for selectively imparting rotation to the shaft to selectively engage the cam member with the wall for moving the wall within the cavity to vary the volume of the cavity. Various mold inserts may also be added to the mold cavity for varying the size and shape of the processed food products.

Abstract: A mold assembly and method for producing a resin based countertop having an integrally formed sink bowl and a built-up edge. An elongate base is defined by a central surface area which is bounded by a plurality of interconnecting and elevated sides to establish a mold enclosure which is a negative shape of the countertop to be produced. A template is settable upon the elongate base and movable in a selected longitudinal direction so that an opening formed in the template is positioned in overlaying fashion at a desired location along the central area. A first sink bowl pattern is placeable in mating fashion within the opening in the template and upon the central area of the base prior to removal of the template. First applications of selected resinous materials are provided within the mold enclosure and around an exterior circumference of the first sink bowl pattern.

Abstract: An ice bar tray for making various lengths of ice bars for use in different types and sizes of water bags. Each ice bar has a round cross section for ease in inserting into circular water fill openings in a water bag. The ice bar tray includes at least one elongated bar cylinder with a tray handle on each end. The bar cylinder has an elongated cylinder opening in a top of the cylinder for receiving water into a water channel. The water channel has a circular cross section. The water channel is disposed along a length of the elongated cylinder. When the water channel is filled with water and the water frozen, a round ice bar is formed therein. By flexing the ice bar tray, which is made of a flexible PVC plastic material and the like, the frozen ice bar is released outwardly from the water channel and through the cylinder opening. The ice bar is then inserted into the water fill opening in the water bag. The ice bar tray also includes a tray slide with at least one cylinder divider.

Abstract: A adjustable mold box assembly for forming molded concrete products includes a pair of opposed substantially parallel end plates joined at both ends by a pair of opposed substantially parallel mounting brackets. A selected plurality of partition plates extend between the end plates to define a plurality of cavities for forming molded products in accordance with the number and dimension of molded products desired. A slot is formed along the inside of each end plate substantially along the length thereof. Tabs which extend from opposing ends of each partition plate include a stud transversely mounted on the end plate using ring nuts. The opposing tabs and studs of each end plate are received in opposing end plate slots. End liners are bolted to the inside surface of each end plate over the studs on each side of each partition plate with the ring nuts bearing against the surface of the end liner.

Abstract: A mold assembly is provided for use in the blow molding of plastic containers such as those used for containing milk or water. The assembly includes a pair of main mold bodies, each having a cavity which is used for forming the main body of the container. A top block assembly is removably mounted to each main mold body. Each top block assembly includes a top block body, a neck finish insert, a shear steel and a master seal. A rotatable cam is operatively associated with the top block assembly. Rotation of the cam causes a front face of the top block assembly to be moved with respect to the front face of the main mold body with which it is associated. Each top block body further includes alignment members, such as alignment pins and/or bushings, for ensuring proper alignment of the top block assemblies along the parting plane of the mold. The alignment members are preferably located at the tonnage pad sections of the top block bodies.

Abstract: An adjustable divider assembly for use with an open-top mold for creating a countertop with a built-up edge, the mold being rectangular in shape with a flat planar surface, first, second and third built-up and inwardly contoured edges and a fourth open edge. A U-shaped divider bar includes a central elongated member and first and second side elongated members which is pivotally attached along the four open edge of the mold using a pin and slot type arrangement and is rotated into the mold so that the elongated members of the divider bar are arranged in a desired spaced apart fashion relative to the opposing contoured mold surfaces. Suspending members extend forwardly from the central elongated member and position the bar at an elevated position above the planar mold surface. A first pour of plasticized resinous material is applied over the planar mold surface according to a predetermined depth, following which the divider bar is attached and rotated into an installed position within the mold.

Abstract: A mold and divider assembly for creating a solid surface countertop having an exterior edge according to different shapes and sizes. The mold includes a planar shaped surface which is bounded by a polygonal shaped body, at least one side of which has a raised and inwardly contoured mold defining edge. A first elongated dividing member equals a length of a first selected side of the mold and is placeable upon the planar surface so as to be movable in directions towards and away from the first selected side. A second elongated dividing member extends between the first dividing member and a second selected side of the mold so that the dividing members define in combination a subset area of the mold for receiving a resinous material pour. The second dividing member may be providing in differing lengths as a kit for producing an assortment of countertops according to differing dimensions. The mold may further be provided in a generally L-shape or rectangular shape.

Abstract: A bridge overhang system which enables forms to be secured to a bridge girder member without the necessity of a construction worker standing under the girder to secure the form to the girder. More particularly described, a funnel bracket unit connected to the form has guide surface which enables a hanger rod to be guided to a securing member of the overhang bracket unit from above the girder member. The system of the present invention has a support beam with an opening defined therein, a retainer positioned along a surface of the support beam at the opening; and a support rod extending through the support beam to the retainer. The support rod connectably engages the retainer upon insertion of the support rod to the retainer. Additionally, the retainer may include a bracket having a plurality of sides with at least one of the sides being operable for connection to the form to provide support for the form.

Abstract: A mold box for molding concrete products includes a pair of opposed substantially parallel end plates. A pair of opposed substantially parallel mounting brackets are positioned at opposite ends of the end plates and together with the end plates form a substantially rectangular mold box. A corner portion is defined adjacent the juncture of each mounting bracket with each end plate. At least one partition plate extends from one end plate to the other between the mounting brackets. An alignment pin is formed on the mounting bracket at each corner portion and an alignment bore coaxial with the pin is formed on the end plate. The bores are sized and positioned so that when each bore has its associated alignment pin therein the mold box assembly is sufficiently aligned to form molded products.

Abstract: In order to more efficiently form a pilaster, a pilaster form is disclosed which includes a first side unit and a second side unit together with a filler which is adapted to be interconnected with the first and second side units. The first side unit is adapted for interconnection with a first section of a wall form in order to form a first side of a pilaster. The filler is adapted for interconnection with the first and second side units of the pilaster form to form an outwardly facing surface of the pilaster. The second side unit is adapted for interconnection with a second section of the wall form in order to form a second side of the pilaster. With this arrangement, the filler is releasably secured to the first and second side units at any one of a plurality of positions in relation to the wall form to permit the forming of the pilaster in a plurality of depths relative to the concrete wall.

Abstract: A new and improved adjustable casting mold including a mold base having a generally rectangular configuration. Included in the device is a fixed mold form having a generally L-shaped configuration. The fixed mold form is integral with the mold base offset from a center portion thereof. Also included in the device is an adjustable mold form having a generally L-shaped configuration. The adjustable mold form is positionable on the mold base and positioned against the fixed mold form. The adjustable mold form is positioned against the fixed mold form to create a casting area. A clamp assembly is removably positioned against the adjustable mold form and the fixed mold form. The clamp assembly is secured thereto by two washers and two wing nuts. The clamp assembly serves to secure the adjustable mold form to the fixed mold form.

Abstract: The mold that belongs to a cardboard box forming machine is comprised of four forming corners, equal to each other, assembled in such a way that they can be moved longitudinally and transversally in order to carry out the adjustment of length as well as width of the boxes to be formed. The adjustment of length is achieved as a result of the corners being assembled on bushings threaded on spindles, each one of the latter having two sections threaded in a different direction so that the rotation of the former involves contrary movement of each pair of forming corners assembled on each spindle. The adjustment of width is achieved on the grounds of movement of said forming corners along linear guides upon which corresponding bridges slide. Forming corners are also completed with means retaining the box during its formation and pressing means for gluing of the corresponding laps.