Abstract: A cam assembly includes a first arcuate segment having a first extension, a second arcuate segment having a second extension. The first and second arcuate segments are coupled together for movement with respect to one another. An elongated member includes a first end and a second end, the first end being pivotally coupled to the second extension. The first extension member includes a raised surface portion that extends away from the first arcuate segment and extends away from the second extension. A cam member pivotally secured to the elongated member proximate the second end, the cam member contacting both the portion of the first arcuate segment and a portion of the raised surface portion of the first extension as the cam is rotated from a closed to open position.

Abstract: The present invention provides a checking tool for a tube coupler with which it is possible to visually check an attachment state of the tube coupler. A checking tool 10 for a tube coupler according to the present invention is a checking tool configured to be attached to a tube coupler 30, the tube coupler being formed of a first coupling piece 31 and a second coupling piece 35 hingedly connected to each other so as to be able to be opened and closed, being configured to couple tubes to each other with use of the first coupling piece and the second coupling piece, and having hook pieces 33 and 37 that are provided protruding from outer circumferential surfaces of the first coupling piece and the second coupling piece.

Abstract: A profiled clamp for assembling on pipe ends, having a first half-shell and a second half-shell, each of which has a clamping head at a first end and a connection geometry at a second end for releasably connecting the second end. The clamping heads are connected to a clamping element, and at least one of the two half-shells can be tilted relative to the clamping element. A spring element is arranged in the region of the clamping heads, said spring element pushing the second ends of the half-shells apart under pretension. Contact regions of the spring element can be positioned on the pipe ends in a frictionally locking manner when connecting the two ends.

Abstract: A locking band for securing a lid to a container. The locking band includes a first arm and a second arm configured to mate with the first arm. The first and second arms are configured to move between a disengaged position and an engaged position. The locking band also includes an inwardly-facing channel defined by the first and second arms configured to receive a peripheral portion of the lid and a corresponding peripheral portion of the container. At least one alignment pin is provided at a first end of one of the first and second arms, and at least one alignment receptacle is defined at a first end of the other one of the first and second arms to receive the alignment pin when the first and second arms are in the engaged position.

Abstract: Chain clamp and method for clamping around an elongated object and for serving as a support for separate objects. The chain clamp includes a plurality of links with a first link and a second link, and with each link having two attachment portions, a connection member connecting links, and a tensioner adapted to connect to the first and second link and to force the links towards each other to tension the chain clamp and clamp it around the elongated object. At least one link is a piece cut from an elongated extrusion and has a fixed cross-sectional profile and a longitudinal direction, wherein each of the two attachment portions of the at least one link are defined by a respective portion of the cross sectional profile and its continuation along the longitudinal direction of the at least one link.

Abstract: An adjustable locking assembly, including a strap lock including a clamping element, a locking strap including a first end connected to the strap lock and a second end connected to a locking pin, and a pin locking element including a pivoting latch, the pivoting latch including a channel arranged to receive the locking pin, wherein in a locked position, the locking pin is secured in the channel and the pivoting latch is pivoted away from the strap lock, and in an unlocked position, the locking strap is freely movable.

Abstract: A pipe-connecting clamp which is compact, and which can apply a given clamping force through simple operations without using tools. In a clamp (1) for connecting pipes (19) each having a flange (20) at an end thereof, the clamp has first and second clamping members (4, 5) including respective grooves (2) into which a pair of flanges are fitted, a connection member (6) that connects the first and second clamping members in an openable/closable fashion, a roller support member (7) rotatably disposed on the second clamping member, and a roller (8) rotatably supported by the roller support member, wherein the first clamping member (4) has a concave portion (13), and the flanges are pressed and fixed by the first and second clamping members by rotating the roller support member and moving the roller to the concave portion.

Abstract: A flange pipe terminus is attached to a mirror image terminus by a pair of pivoting C-shaped collars. The collars are locked after installation by a lever coupled to one collar that engage a radial abutment at the non-hinged end of the other collar. The lever is terminated with a swinging loop that engages a notch in the abutment. Additional security from accidental opening is provided by a secondary lock that blocks the movement of the loop or lever.

Abstract: A single use wall pass-through system having a fixed wall part attached through an opening in a wall and connected by at least one mounting flange. The fixed wall part includes clamping flanges used to provide a sealed connection between the fixed wall part and the hose or tube which carries the material from an outside area into another area defined on the inside of the wall. A gasket is used along with a clamp plate for connection to the clamping flange via a clamping ring. The clamp plate can be two pieces separated by a dividing line and the clamp plate hose opening intersects the dividing line. The transfer hose and the gasket are disposable. The clamp ring and clamp plate can be re-used.

Abstract: A flange clamp with an automatic fail safe preferably includes a first clamp half, a second clamp half, a lock lever, a hook member and a quick release pull pin. One end of the first clamp half is pivotally attached to one end of the second clamp half. A hook opening is formed on an opposing end of the first clamp half. The lock lever is pivotally retained on an opposing end of the second clamp half. The hook member includes a hook rod and a pivot block. The hook rod is threadably retained in the pivot block. The pivot block is pivotally retained by the lock lever. A mounting plate is attached to an outer surface of the second clamp half. The quick release pull pin is slidably retained in the mounting plate.

Abstract: Latching mechanisms in multiple embodiments connect clamshell type couplers comprising a pair of arcuate coupling halves joined at a hinge. One embodiment includes a biased catch lever that engages a corresponding latch plate. Another embodiment includes a plurality of latching extensions that engage an opposing latching housing, along with biased locking buttons for selectively locking the mechanism. Another embodiment includes dual rotatable latching arms for interconnecting the coupling halves, each arm having a latching cam for selectively locking the mechanism. Another embodiment includes a rotatable latching arm and a receiving bracket for receiving the latching arm for selectively locking the mechanism. Another embodiment includes an over center hinge mechanism including three cooperating and rotatable latch plates. Another embodiment includes cooperating cassette mechanisms, each having connector extensions for connecting the cassette mechanisms to one another for selectively locking the mechanism.

Abstract: [Problem] A pipe-connecting clamp is provided which is compact, and which can apply a given clamping force through simple operations without using tools. [Solution] In a clamp (1) for connecting pipes (19) each having a flange (20) at an end thereof, the clamp comprises first and second clamping members (4, 5) including respective grooves (2) into which a pair of flanges are fitted, a connection member (6) that connects the first and second clamping members in an openable/closable fashion, a roller support member (7) rotatably disposed on the second clamping member, and a roller (8) rotatably supported by the roller support member, wherein the first clamping member (4) has a concave portion (13), and the flanges are pressed and fixed by the first and second clamping members by rotating the roller support member and moving the roller to the concave portion.

Abstract: A pipe coupling for connecting two pipe ends having two coupling parts which are partially mated. At least one annular groove having an inserted seal is in the contact region on the outer side of the male part and/or the inner side of the female part. The male part includes an outer ring land and the female part includes a shoulder enclosed by a coupling clip in a form-fit manner when the pipe coupling is closed. In order to design and refine the pipe coupling so that it is possible to provide a pipe having a coupling clip in combination for simplifying the operational procedure, an annular groove is provided on the outer side of the female part into which a guide tab disposed on the inner side of the coupling clip is inserted when the pipe coupling is closed.

Abstract: A cam clamp assembly for a sanitary fitting includes a first arcuate segment having a first extension with a slot. A second arcuate segment has a second extension, and the first and second segments are pivotally coupled together for movement about a first axis. An elongated member is pivotally coupled to the second extension for movement of the elongated member about a second axis so that the elongated member is receivable within the slot, the second axis being parallel to the first axis. An offset cam member is pivotally mounted to the elongated member for movement about a third axis, parallel to the first and second axes. A handle rotates the cam member between an open and closed position, and defines a cam travel stop that provides a tactile indication that a predefined compression of the fitting has been obtained when the cam member has been rotated to the closed position.

Abstract: A coupler for joining a pipe to another pipe, a tee, or other fitting, and more particularly, to a coupler which provides positive retention of the gasket about the circumference of the coupler sufficiently to precisely position and hold the gasket during placement about pipe ends and/or fittings to be coupled, and which provides controlled circumferential compression of the gasket during coupling, for positive sealing when the coupler is closed, while allowing one handed handling and operation during placement and coupling, such that the other hand can be used for supporting a pipe to be coupled, and which is operable for releasing and breaking loose the coupler and associated gasket from a pipe during uncoupling.

Abstract: A coupling including a shell with shell arms, where ends of the shell arms are removably attached by a hinge assembly. A securing assembly releasably secures ends of the shell arms in an abutting relationship and includes a handle rotatably attachable at an end of a shell arm. The handle includes a handle body, a hinge orifice extending through a portion of the handle body, and a hinge pin extending through the hinge orifice. The hinge pin includes an orifice extending therethrough. The securing assembly also includes a substantially T-shaped bail having an arm with a first end and a base portion having an engagement member extending substantially transversely with respect to the bail arm. The engagement member mates with a groove positioned on the boss attached at or near an end of the other arm, and an end of the bail arm extends through the hinge pin orifice.

Abstract: A coupler for use with a sealing member for releasably securing together adjacent ends of grooved end pipe and forming a fluid-tight seal therebetween. The coupler includes a pair of arcuate segments, each segment having a generally inverted U-shaped cross-section so as to define a pair of depending leg portions and an outer spanning wall extending therebetween, each of the coupling segments further defining first and second end portions. The first end portions of each arcuate segment are joined together in a pivotal connection. A closure including a bail pivotally mounted on a release/locking lever, an attachment hook and a pair of abutment surfaces is provided at the second end portions of the arcuate segments for releasably joining and securing together the second end portions of the segments about the sealing gasket and adjacent pipe ends with the leg portions of the segments projecting into the grooves therein.

Abstract: A coupling including a shell with shell arms, where ends of the shell arms are removably attached by a hinge assembly. A securing assembly releasably secures ends of the shell arms in an abutting relationship and includes a handle rotatably attachable at an end of a shell arm. The handle includes a handle body, a hinge orifice extending through a portion of the handle body, and a hinge pin extending through the hinge orifice. The hinge pin includes an orifice extending therethrough. The securing assembly also includes a substantially T-shaped bail having an arm with a first end and a base portion having an engagement member extending substantially transversely with respect to the bail arm. The engagement member mates with a groove positioned on the boss attached at or near an end of the other arm, and an end of the bail arm extends through the hinge pin orifice.

Abstract: A component of a transport line for pneumatically conveying bulk materials generally including a first conduit having an open end, a second conduit connected to the first conduit at an angle relative thereto having the interior thereof communicating with the interior of the first conduit to provide a material flow passageway therethrough and a cap member detachably mounted on the first conduit, closing the open end thereof.

Abstract: A connecting device between two tubes for defining a play place for pets, comprises: a female retainer, a male retainer and a quick connect and release locking clamp. The female retainer includes a concave portion and two protruding shafts. The male retainer is pivotally connected with the female retainer and includes a clamping portion. The quick connect and release locking clamp is pivotally connected with the male retainer and includes two grooves. The clamping portion engages in the concave portion, and the two grooves are engaged with the two protruding shafts, so that the two tubes are connected to define a play place for pets.

Abstract: A device is illustrated and described for connecting two ends of high-pressure pipelines for use in longwalls of underground mining, having a removable pipe coupling for tension-proof and tight connection of the two pipe ends whose constructions are tailored to one another. In order to counteract the catching as the pipeline is displaced in the longitudinal direction, so that damage or even destruction of the pipeline or pipe connections may be reliably prevented, each pipe end is reinforced using an essentially conical ring, whose outer surface expands from the external diameter of the pipe up to the external diameter of the pipe coupling.

Abstract: A connecting device between two tubes for defining a play place for pets, comprises: a female retainer, a male retainer and a quick connect and release locking clamp. The female retainer includes a concave portion and two protruding shafts. The male retainer is pivotally connected with the female retainer and includes a clamping portion. The quick connect and release locking clamp is pivotally connected with the male retainer and includes two grooves. The clamping portion engages in the concave portion, and the two grooves are engaged with the two protruding shafts, so that the two tubes are connected to define a play place for pets.

Abstract: Connector for connecting a pair of tubular components together, such as a pair of exhaust conduits of a dryer or an exhaust conduit of a dryer to a dryer vent or wall-mounted vent sleeve, including a pair of generally semi-cylindrical members each having a first, coupled edge and a second, free edge and rotatably connected together at the coupled edge, e.g., by a hinge, and separable from one another at the free edge. A quick connect/quick disconnect locking structure is arranged in connection with the semi-cylindrical members for locking them to one another with the free edges opposite one another.

Abstract: A pipe coupling includes a first lateral wall, a second lateral wall and an apex wall spanning and connecting the first lateral wall to the second lateral wall. The apex wall includes an outer surface and an inner surface. A gasket is disposed on the inner surface of the apex wall. A groove is located on the apex wall.

Abstract: A quick locking and unlocking coupling for connecting lengths of flexible, corrugated conduit in end to end registration, or for attaching conduit to an outlet, feeder or source of, for example, industrial, high volume vacuuming equipment, includes a cylindrical conduit joining member having half sections that are insertable within the ends of the conduit lengths for aligning and supporting the conduit ends thereby establishing fluid, gas or material flow communication through the lengths of conduit. An annular center flange projects from the conduit joining member providing an abutment surface for the respective conduit ends, and a pair of pivotally joined arcuate arms are mounted to the flange and are movable from an unlocked position to a locked position encompassing the flange and the ends of the conduit thereby locking the coupling to the conduit ends and interconnecting the conduit lengths thus providing gas, fluid or material flow therethrough.

Abstract: A coupling arrangement for permitting fluid-tight, pressurized fluid flow therethrough includes a pair of conduit members located in end-to-end alignment, each of the conduit members having a flared end. An encircling coupling unit surrounds the ends of the conduit members and has structure to tighten the coupling unit around the flared ends of the conduit members, the coupling unit having inner lateral surfaces partially defining a coupling cavity. An encircling, deformable gasket is disposed in the cavity of the coupling unit. The gasket has exterior lateral surfaces spaced from the inner lateral surfaces of the coupling unit, and interior surfaces defining an annular recess therein. A rigid ring liner is retained within the annular recess of the deformable gasket to reinforce the gasket. The flared ends of the conduit members are engaged in wedging and sealing relationship between the inner lateral surfaces of the coupling unit and the exterior lateral surfaces of the deformable gasket.

Abstract: A fitting for coupling a pump attachment to the inlet or discharge port of a pump or compressor has an annular body with an externally threaded nipple at one end and a circular flange at the other end. An axial aperture extends between the ends through openings at the nipple and the flange. The opening at the flange is internally threaded and begins at a recess in the flange. The threaded opening is of a standard ISO rated size complementary to the threaded nipple. A coupler kit is also disclosed having components to connect the device to the pump either in a mating flange connection using a hinge clamp or a threaded connection using a hose barb having a threaded end that threads into the opening in the fitting.

Abstract: A quick locking and unlocking coupling for connecting lengths of flexible, corrugated conduit in end to end registration, or for attaching conduit to an outlet, feeder or source of, for example, industrial, high volume vacuuming equipment, includes a cylindrical conduit joining member having half sections that are insertable within the ends of the conduit lengths for aligning and supporting the conduit ends thereby establishing fluid, gas or material flow communication through the lengths of conduit. An annular center flange projects from the conduit joining member providing an abutment surface for the respective conduit ends, and a pair of pivotally joined arcuate arms are mounted to the flange and are movable from an unlocked position to a locked position encompassing the flange and the ends of the conduit thereby locking the coupling to the conduit ends and interconnecting the conduit lengths thus providing gas, fluid or material flow therethrough.

Abstract: Apparatus for coupling a downhole tubular (3) to a pump (2). The apparatus comprises: a body portion having a bore (5); a locking assembly comprising at least one locking member (16, 17)=pivotally mounted to the body portion so as to permit the locking member to be pivoted between an open position in which the downhole tubular can be inserted into the bore of the body portion, and a closed position in which the locking member engages the downhole tubular so as to lock the downhole tubular in the bore of the body portion. Fixing means (22) is provided for fixing the locking member in the closed position.

Abstract: The invention concerns a clamp coupling for coupling pairs of pipes. Such clamp couplings are used, for example, for coupling concrete conduits from concrete pumps. This clamp coupling (10) comprises two clamp shells (16, 18) which, in the coupling state, define a circular opening (14) for the passage-through of the pipes. The coupling shells can be pivoted relative to each other via a pivot linkage (20) at their one end, and have a locking mechanism (26) provided at their other end. In order to be able to fasten the clamp coupling (10) even in confined spaces, the locking mechanism (26) comprises a locking hook (30) which, in the closed state, positively grasps a latch pin (24) provided on the other coupling clamp (16), and pulls the clamp shells (16, 18) towards each other at their point of separation (28) opposite the linkage (20).

Abstract: A pipe coupling comprising two clamp halves connected on one end and with a rapid action closure for separably connecting the diametrically opposing other end. The rapid action closure contains a screw bolt, one end of which is coupled to one of the clamp halves and onto the other end of which a screw nut tightens the clamp half into the closed position. A lever lockable in the closed position by a bow-type spring is coupled to the screw nut. The pipe coupling comprises a bow-type spring in each clamp half, wherein the eyelet of the bow-type spring is centrally coupled to the region of the articulated connection between the clamp halves and the free end of the bow-type spring is held in the region of the end of each clamp half which is situated on the rapid action closure such that it can be longitudinally displaced.

Abstract: A remote handling device includes a master arm and a slave arm adapted to reproduce the movements of the master arm. The slave arm is located within a confinement chamber. The master arm is located outside the confinement chamber. The master and slave arms are interconnected by a mechanism passing through a wall of the confinement chamber. The master arm is connected by a connection tube to the mechanism. The master arm and the connection tube are connected to coupling and uncoupling means adapted to permit their modular connection or disconnection.

Abstract: The invention relates to a pipe coupling comprising two clamp halves of C-shaped cross-section connected at one end to pivot in relation to one another around at least one bolt, and a quick-action closure which is disposed at the diametrically opposite other ends of the clamp halves and which comprises a screw bolt, one end of which is articulated to one of the clamp halves and on whose other end a nut drawing the clamp halves into the closure position is placed, a lever lockable in the closure position being articulated to the nut. The characterizing feature of the invention is that the nut bears against a sliding member which is slipped over the screw bolt and which rests with opposite axial pins in corresponding shaped depressions in one clamp half, the lever being locked in the closure position by means of a bowed spring articulated to the other clamp half.

Abstract: A coupling unit for connecting together serially adjacent pipe sections with coupling members selectively coupled together by placing a latch in a latching position and selectively uncoupled by moving the latch to an unlatched position is improved by incorporating a locking lever movable into a locking location to juxtapose generally complementary locking surfaces to lock the latch in the latching position and movable into an unlocking location wherein the generally complementary locking surfaces are out of juxtaposition for release of the latch for movement to the unlatched position.

Abstract: A pipe coupling device for coupling the peripheral flanges of a pair of pipes together, including a pair of retainers with gripping grooves therein for receiving portions of the peripheral flanges of the pipes. The gripping grooves of the retainers have a unique inner surface with a pair of slanted gripping surfaces and a pair of non-gripping surfaces that are located within the outer envelope of the peripheral flanges. This provides for lightweight, compact retainers. The retainers are pivotally coupled at one of their ends by a hinge assembly and releasably coupled at their opposite ends by a latch mechanism. The hinge assembly has at least two links pivotally coupled at one of their ends to one of the retainers by a first pivot pin being received in a pivot slot formed in the retainer and pivotally coupled at their other end to the other retainer by a second pivot pin being received in a pivot slot formed in the retainer.

Abstract: A coupling assembly for connecting adjacent ends of conduits, primarily used for aircraft fuel, water and oxygen lines having redundant locking features is provided. This coupling can be manipulated with one hand and includes laterally spaced locking tines which engage a mating channel for locking the coupling in secured relationship. The coupling assembly can be manipulated with one hand and has viewing ports to ensure that all parts are in place. A pivotal locking member is provided to supply additional redundancy. The locking member has at least one fin which is received between the locking tines and snaps into locking position when the coupling is securely fastened. If the coupling is not securely fastened, the fin will not fit between the tines, thereby preventing the locking member from snapping into locked position. Thus, the mechanic will know that the coupling is not securely fastened and will take steps to remedy the problem.

Abstract: A clamp for quick release of a generally rectangular bonnet to the flange of valve body is disclosed. The upper side of the edge of the rectangular bonnet is formed with a bevel of about 20 degrees and the lower side of the edge of the body flange is formed with a similar bevel. The clamp consists of semi-circular ends and straight sides hinged together. One side is split and connected by a toggle latch. In cross-section, each clamp section is generally C-shaped, with the top and bottom arms of the C being beveled so that as the clamp sections are drawn inward the bevels wedge the bonnet against the flange. Locating pins fitting into holes in the plate and flange locate the parts and resist implosion when the valve body is subjected to vacuum. To maintain uniform clamping force around the circumference of the bonnet the bevels at the middles of the sides may be less wide than at the ends.

Abstract: Simplified hook closure for a sport boot including an elastic means for returning into a position pressed against the shell of the boot. The hook closure has at least one element, such as a lever made out of flexible metal wire in the form of an open buckle whose lateral arms are of unequal lengths of a value "X", the curved ends of the said arms being affixed in corresponding holes formed on another element, such as a base, on which it is mounted. By virtue of the offset "X" of the curved ends of the element, any pivoting of the latter generates a certain elastic deformation of its arms, which automatically return to their initial position as soon as the lever is released thus assuring the elastic return function.

Abstract: A coupling device is provided for coupling peripheral flanges of first and second pipes. The device comprises first and second arcuate retaining members, coupling structure and a latching mechanism. The coupling device is capable of being initially set via the latching mechanism so as to permit the coupling device to securely couple two pipe flanges of a given diameter. After being initially set, the device is capable of being easily and quickly disassembled and reassembled about the peripheral flanges of the two pipes.

Abstract: A pipe coupling device for coupling the peripheral flanges of a pair of pipes together, including a pair of retainers with a V-shaped groove therein for receiving portions of the peripheral flanges of the pipes. The retainers are pivotally coupled at one of their ends by a hinge assembly and releasably coupled at their opposite ends by a latch mechanism. The hinge assembly has at least two links pivotally coupled at one of their ends to one of the retainers by a first pivot pin and pivotally coupled at their other ends to the other retainer by a second pivot pin. The pivot pins are separated from each other such that the links of the hinge assembly straddle the peripheral flanges of the pipes. This arrangement provides more uniform pressure at the ends of the retainers since the moment resulting from the offset of the hinge assembly is moved closer to the circumferential loading line between the retainers and the flanges of the pipe.

Abstract: Cylindrical bodies of structural components, such as a spacecraft and a rocket section or two rocket sections, are coupled to each other by a releasable coupling device. The structural components have radially protruding flanges that face each other and are encircled by the coupling device. The coupling device includes a flexible tensioning element, such as a steel belt or link chain, the ends of which are interconnected by a clamping or locking device. The clamping or locking device is constructed as a two-armed lever, one end of which is connected to each of the ends of the tensioning element. The two-armed lever is rotatably supported and driven by an operating member such as a pipe section or rod. The two-armed lever is thus rotatable through an angle of about 180.degree. so that the ends of the tensioning element are brought into overlapping positions. When the ends are in such overlapping positions the device is locked. Rotation of the two-armed lever into the opposite direction unlocks the device.

Abstract: A manually releasable, toggle-type fastener is provided for use, in place of the conventional bolt-and-nut fastener that is normally used to secure together the adjacent, aligned, bolt lugs formed on the ends of curved segments which form a circular pipe coupling. The fastener includes a first pin part fitted into the bolt hole of a first lug, and a second pin part fitted into the bolt hole of the second lug. A lever is pivotally connected to the first pin part for swinging into a locked position adjacent its segment and for swinging into an unlocked position away from its segment. The lever has an end to which a clamp member is releasibly secured. The clamp extends along the lugs and has an end which engages the second lug and which carries the second pin part for securing the lugs together. The fastener may be made in different sizes to fit different size bolt lugs on different size couplings.

Abstract: A manually releasable, toggle-type fastener is provided for use, in place of the conventional bolt and nut fastener, used to secure together the adjacent bolt lugs formed on the ends of curved segments which form a circular pipe coupling. The fastener includes a pin of a shape and size to fit into the aligned bolt holes of the lugs, in place of a conventional bolt, and a lever pivotally connected to one end of the pin for swinging into a locked position adjacent its segment and into an unlocked position away from its segment. The lever has a hook-like formation on its end to which a wire-like loop is secured. The loop extends around the sides of the pin and the sides of the bolt lugs to be fastened together and has an opposite end engaging both the pin and the adjacent surface of the segment for securing the lugs together and for being restrained from release by the pin itself.

Abstract: A latching holder for engaging an article comprises first and second co-acting members (1,2) which define a recess (8) for receiving an article. The members (1,2) are pivotally engaged together on one side of the recess (8). The first and second members have releasable co-acting cam means (11,29) on the opposite side of the recess, the cam means being operated to lock the first and second co-acting members together. A locking arm (20) is preferably used to operate the cam means. The holder has particular utility in holding the RF (radio frequency) aerial of a helicopter to the tail boom.

Abstract: A clamping device for clamping a protective hood on a clamping collar of an angle grinder has, a clamping strap which has ends and is clampable together in the region of the ends, a clamping lever having one end and being pivotable at the one end about a pivot axis in respect of one of the ends of the clamping strap, and a transmission member which is engaged by the clamping lever and which engages at a distance from the clamping lever another of the ends of the clamping strap and during clamping brings the ends of the clamping strap nearer to one another. The transmission member, the clamping member, and the ends of the clamping strap form a toggle-lever device which during clamping contracts the clamping strap in the region of the ends of the clamping strap in a manner essentially free of any bending moment.

Abstract: A beverage tap includes a probe with a cylindrical upper section and a reduced-diameter cylindrical lower section. In order to seal the probe with respect to a Sankey-type keg fitting, an elastomeric seal includes a tubular body attached to the upper section of the probe and formed with a downwardly flaring sealing fin on its lower end. An apertured sealing disc is attached to the lower section of the probe and is located within the tubular body. Angularly spaced webs are molded integrally with the body and the disc and join the two together as a single unit.

Abstract: Large and small seal ring segments are interconnected to allow for circumferentially overlapping sliding engagement therebetween. The seal ring segments form an annular seal ring having a radial flange which is mounted within an annular radial groove formed in one end of a conduit. An adjoining conduit is formed with a sealing band having a spherical contour for engaging a cylindrical base portion of the seal ring with an axially slidable and pivotable fit.

Abstract: A circumferential safety latch clamp for securing a pair of pipe members together operated by a lever actuator wherein a lever is pivotally mounted upon one end of the clamp band positionable between a latch position and an open position having portions releasably engagable with an anchor mounted on the other end to draw the band ends toward each other. A retainer assembly limits movement of the lever in the opening direction to a safety release position whereby the lever portions maintain engagement with the anchor limiting displacement of the band ends away from each other allowing partial expansion of the clamp band.

Abstract: A quick release coupling device for securing end flanges of two adjacent pipes includes a clamp assembly. The clamp assembly has a plurality of clamping members disposed to straddle the two end flanges therearound so as to generally circumscribes the two end flanges. Each clamping member either has a spring or is of spring nature for resiliently urging the clamping member radially outwardly of the end flanges. The clamp assembly also has a plurality of connecting members for connecting respective adjacent pairs of clamping members so as to form an annulus provided a gap between two end clamping members. Coupling means is disposed in the gap for releasably connecting one end clamping member and the other end clamping member against the bias of the clamping members so as to complete the annulus.

Abstract: A tap for a beer keg having a Sankey-type fitting with radially inwardly extending lugs which normally are used to hold a conventional tap in a locked position on the keg. To prevent the locking lugs of the fitting from being damaged or to permit use of the keg after the lugs have become worn or damaged, the present tap includes a radially expandable and contractible collar adapted to lock onto the external lip of the fitting. The collar is formed by two camming clamps connected to swing about a hinge and adapted to float angularly relative to the body of the tap in order to permit the clamps to center themselves on the fitting. As the clamps are closed, they cam against the external lip of the fitting and force the tap downwardly to open the valves of the fitting.