Abstract: A method and apparatus are provided for assembling innerspring constructions from rows of pocketed coil springs. The apparatus includes a surface for supporting the rows and a pressure plate which compresses them slightly while holding them in straight lines. After each row is positioned between the surface and the plate, a hot melt applicator is passed thereby and deposits a selected amount of bonding material to the fabric encasing each coil spring. New rows are pushed into contact with the treated rows and each displaces them by about one coil spring diameter. A plurality of rows are maintained under compression at all times to insure they remain in alignment with adequate frictional contact therebetween. A bar having markings corresponding to each pocketed coil spring within a row is mounted to the apparatus. A beam switch or the like is provided for detecting these markings and actuating the applicator at a selected time as it passes each spring.

Abstract: An apparatus for manufacturing pocketed coil springs is provided. The apparatus includes a pair of weld heads and an adjustment assembly for moving the heads longitudinally or transversely from each other. The relative position of the weld lines in a fabric passing beneath the heads can accordingly be set with precision. This is accomplished by rotating one of the heads about two axes, one extending through the head and a second axis extending parallel to the first at a selected distance therefrom.

Abstract: An electrical contact is provided for receiving a pin contact therein. It includes a receptacle having an elongate spring member positioned therein. A pair of resilient tabs having downwardly projecting contact points define the upper portion of the receptacle. The elongate spring member includes a pair of upwardly extending contact points. A pin contact is inserted between the tabs and the spring member. A projection extending from a side wall of the receptacle limits the deflection of the spring member upon insertion of the pin contact. A plurality of electrical contacts as described above may be incorporated within an insulator to provide a connector.

Abstract: An integrated console bracket is provided having the appropriate hardware for mounting a shifter mechanism and a parking brake mechanism thereto. The bracket is integral in construction and includes a front end to which the shifter mechanism is mounted, a rear end including the parking brake mechanism, and an integral intermediate portion connecting the two ends. The intermediate portion may include a pair of connecting members separated by a space. The connecting members are shaped so as to provide sufficient strength and rigidity to the bracket.

Abstract: A hospital bed is provided with a safety mechanism for preventing the upper frame from moving with respect to the lower frame when an object or person is wedged therebetween. The safety mechanism includes an elongate detection device such as an air-tight, flexible tube or a ribbon switch. It is mounted to one of the frames so that a person wedged between the frames will contact it prior to incurring serious injury. The detection device is connected to a switch which deactuates the bed raising/lowering motor.

Abstract: A spring assembly is provided including a plurality of interconnected longitudinal blocks of pocketed coil springs. Each block includes a pair of interconnected strips of pocketed springs which are preferably arranged in a square array. Each pair of strips is tightly encased by a flexible cover. The covers are connected to each other along longitudinal hinge lines which allows the assembly to bend easily in at least one direction.

Abstract: A cement construction shoe is provided having a soft, flexible insole and a cushioned outsole. In manufacturing the shoe, the insole is temporarily stiffened by a relatively firm member to which it is bonded by means of a wax. This enables the insole to withstand the normal lasting procedure. The outsole is provided with a cavity for receiving a cushion therein. The shoe upper is attached to the outsole such that the insole overlies the cushion. Once the shoe is completed, the wax bond between the insole and its stiffener may be heated to allow the separation and removal of the latter.

Abstract: A boxspring is provided with stop members for limiting the amount the springs therein can be compressed. The stop members may be light weight hollow cylindrical members fitted within or about a selected number of springs. Supporting braces having a height sufficient to prevent overstressing of the springs when compressed may also be employed. The braces also have the advantage of providing additional stiffness to the boxspring frame. Areas of the boxspring most vulnerable to damage are protected by selective positioning of the stop members.

Abstract: An ultrasonic separation apparatus is disclosed which provides simultaneous cutting and sealing of thermoplastic materials. Both relatively thin and thick materials may be cut and sealed. The apparatus includes a cutting mechanism having a cutting blade mounted for oscillatory movement along its longitudinal axis. Cutting takes place at a controlled rate to allow sufficient time for simultaneous sealing to occur. The apparatus may be particularly adapted for cutting strings of pocketed coil springs to length.

Abstract: A header assembly is provided for the electrical connection of printed circuit boards to cables or other boards. The assembly includes an insulator having an array of male pin members mounted thereto. Each pin member comprises a plastic post to which a pair of electrical contacts is secured.

Abstract: An improved cutting tool is provided for performing a number of different cutting functions. A pair of radial cutting edges are provided for boring and chamfering. Peripheral cutting edges are provided for slotting and profile milling. Relatively shallow flutes having a large convex surface portion give the tool rigidity for all cutting operations.

Abstract: A method for repairing turbine engine seals and a product manufactured in accordance with the method are provided. A worn or damaged honeycomb seal is removed from a backing plate together with a portion of the surface of the plate. The plate is restored to substantially its original thickness by a low pressure plasma spraying operation which may be followed by further machining to arrive at the required plate thickness. A new seal is then brazed thereon. The finished product will include the backing plate, a low pressure plasma sprayed coated surface, and a honeycomb seal brazed to the coated surface.