Patents Examined by Teri P. Lu
  • Tube holding block assembly
    Patent number: 8430365
    Abstract: A tube retention block assembly having a support body incorporating one or more tube support passageways of discontinuous character extending across the support body. A displaceable retaining yoke member is adapted for insertion into a slot disposed transverse to the tube support passageways. The retaining yoke member includes one or more engagement cradles adapted to at least partially surround and lock in place tubes extending through the tube support body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 27, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 30, 2013
    Assignee: Illinois Tool Works Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas A. Benoit, Christopher M. Pangallo, Brian Peek