Abstract: A positioning device for conveniently and accurately positioning the deformation edges of two deformation tools that includes a support structure, a securing device to secure the gage to one tool, a moveable anvil that is urged against the other tool, and measurement gage that measures the distance between the deformation edges of the tools and compares it to what the distance would be if the edges were a predetermined distance apart.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
June 28, 1995
Date of Patent:
May 20, 1997
Assignee:
Crown Cork & Seal Company, Inc.
Inventors:
Garvin T. West, Ronnie D. Lee, Darnell Palmer, Sammy G. Middlebrooks, Joe E. Willis, Clifton S. Burnett