Abstract: An apparatus for machining the ends of a component includes a plurality of work stations, and a transport mechanism for moving the component along a path to the plurality of work stations. The transport mechanism is positioned to be inboard of the ends of a component. At least one of a first work station or a second work station of the plurality of workstations includes a first fixturing portion for holding a first end, and a first machine for carrying out machine operations on the first end. The first fixturing portion and the first machine are movable in a direction transverse to the path.

Abstract: A workpiece positioner includes a workpiece holder that is mounted to a chassis for rotation about a central axis, and further includes a first set of workpiece supports for retaining and supporting a first workpiece between a drive end and an idler end, and a second set of workpiece supports for retaining and supporting a second workpiece between the drive end and the idler end. The workpiece positioner also includes a support member that links the drive end to the idler end. This support member has a cross-sectional shape that is best characterized as an I-beam, and as such, the work envelopes for the first and second working pieces are very close together, but at the same time, still separated such that welding or other similar manufacturing and/or processing operations can be performed on each workpiece without any interference or effect on the other workpiece.

Abstract: An apparatus for protecting an operator or maintenance person from electrical shock when working near power distribution facilities. The device is characterized by easily snapping off for access to the electrical circuitry and easily snapping on again to afford the desired protection. The shield is transparent providing the operator with visual access to the electrical circuitry at all times, even when the protective device is in place. The apparatus contains a transparent insulative plate attached to a suitable number of insulative clips. In the preferred mode, these clips are positioned to snap onto cartridge type fuses in a multiphase fuse panel. When snapped in place, the clips hold the transparent insulative plate between the electrical circuitry and the operator or maintenance person. Test points are drilled through the transparent insulative plate at appropriate locations to provide for the insertion of test probes when the protective device is in place.