Abstract: An orthotic device is coupleable to a fastener installation tool and is configured to be worn on an appendage of a user of the fastener installation tool. The orthotic device is configurable between a relaxed state and a rigid state, and includes at least one activation component responsive to an activation signal output by a controller in communication with the fastener installation tool. The at least one activation component changes the orthotic device from the relaxed state to the rigid state in response to operation of the fastener installation tool.

Abstract: A vehicle wiper linkage installation verification tool that includes a stabilizing bar, a first connector at a first end of the stabilizing bar, and a second connector at a second end of the stabilizing bar. The first connector and the second connector are engageable with wiper posts of a wiper assembly. A pulling tool is coupled to the stabilizing bar, wherein the pulling tool is engageable with a linkage arm of the wiper assembly, and is configured to pull the linkage arm toward the stabilizing bar.

Abstract: A forming tool for a cotter pin is provided that includes a frame configured to mount to an electric tool, a pneumatic cylinder disposed on the frame, and a manipulator coupled to the pneumatic cylinder and configured to separate legs of the cotter pin. A system for forming a cotter pin is also provided that includes an electric tool having a rotatable head and a switch, and a forming tool coupled to the rotatable head that is configured to form legs of the cotter pin, and wherein the switch is configured to initiate an automatic forming sequence to form the legs. A method for forming a cotter pin is also provided that includes positioning a forming tool over a screw shaft through which a cotter pin is disposed, aligning the forming tool with legs of the cotter pin, and initiating an automatic forming sequence.

Abstract: A garnish installing apparatus can include a housing, a static guide roller, and adjustable guide roller and a pressure assembly. The housing can include a housing body and an extension mechanism that is movable relative to the housing body. The extension mechanism can include a pneumatic cylinder. The static guide roller can be attached to the housing. The adjustable guide roller can be attached to the extension mechanism. The adjustable guide roller can be configured to provide a clamping force, with the static guide roller, on a door of a vehicle. The pressure assembly can be configured to apply pressure and detect application of pressure to a garnish of the door. The pressure assembly can include a pneumatic sensor.

Abstract: A vehicle wiper linkage installation verification tool that includes a stabilizing bar, a first connector at a first end of the stabilizing bar, and a second connector at a second end of the stabilizing bar. The first connector and the second connector are engageable with wiper posts of a wiper assembly. A pulling tool is coupled to the stabilizing bar, wherein the pulling tool is engageable with a linkage arm of the wiper assembly, and is configured to pull the linkage arm toward the stabilizing bar.

Abstract: A jig for assembly of assembly components is provided. The jig includes a base portion and an upright portion coupled to the base portion. The jig further includes a biasing device having a first end and a second end. The biasing device is translatable between a biased state and an unbiased state. The first end of the biasing device is rotatably coupled to at least one of the upright portion or the base portion, and the second end is configured to be translatable between a biased state and an unbiased state. The jig further includes a support member comprising a first end and a second end. The first end of the support member is rotatably coupled to at least one of the upright portion and the second end of the biasing device.

Abstract: A garnish installing apparatus can include a housing, a static guide roller, and adjustable guide roller and a pressure assembly. The housing can include a housing body and an extension mechanism that is movable relative to the housing body. The extension mechanism can include a pneumatic cylinder. The static guide roller can be attached to the housing. The adjustable guide roller can be attached to the extension mechanism. The adjustable guide roller can be configured to provide a clamping force, with the static guide roller, on a door of a vehicle. The pressure assembly can be configured to apply pressure and detect application of pressure to a garnish of the door. The pressure assembly can include a pneumatic sensor.

Abstract: An end plate for a conveyor system is described. In one embodiment, a conveyor system includes an endless conveyor belt turned about rollers between an entrance end and an exit end, and an end plate disposed at one end of the belt facing towards a direction of motion of the belt. The end plate includes a plate body including a plurality of projecting members extending from one end of the plate body. The end plate also includes a plurality of finger elements disposed over the plurality of projecting members. Each finger element of the plurality of finger elements includes a slot on a back side of the finger element that is configured to receive a projecting member of the plurality of projecting members. The plurality of projecting members and the plurality of finger elements are configured to face towards the belt.

Abstract: A forming tool for a cotter pin is provided that includes a frame configured to mount to an electric tool, a pneumatic cylinder disposed on the frame, and a manipulator coupled to the pneumatic cylinder and configured to separate legs of the cotter pin. A system for forming a cotter pin is also provided that includes an electric tool having a rotatable head and a switch, and a forming tool coupled to the rotatable head that is configured to form legs of the cotter pin, and wherein the switch is configured to initiate an automatic forming sequence to form the legs. A method for forming a cotter pin is also provided that includes positioning a forming tool over a screw shaft through which a cotter pin is disposed, aligning the forming tool with legs of the cotter pin, and initiating an automatic forming sequence.

Abstract: An orthotic device is coupleable to a fastener installation tool and is configured to be worn on an appendage of a user of the fastener installation tool. The orthotic device is configurable between a relaxed state and a rigid state, and includes at least one activation component responsive to an activation signal output by a controller in communication with the fastener installation tool. The at least one activation component changes the orthotic device from the relaxed state to the rigid state in response to operation of the fastener installation tool.