Abstract: A machine used in tube fabrication, wherein the machine imparts a locating feature near an end of a tube when the tube is located between a clamp die and a bend die of the machine by using a crimp die to form detents and bulges in the tube. The locating feature enables the tube to be located in a larger tube.

Abstract: A computer numerical control (cnc) bending machine used to bend and then cut a specific programmed profile from a long length of cable comprising: a base, a carriage, a bend head and a saw; the carriage includes a spindle to rotate the cable, the carriage is also able to transport the cable in a linear fashion; the bend head comprises a clamp and a wiper roller and a bend die; after a last bend is formed, the clamp and wiper roller are retracted away from the bend die; the carriage is then able to then transport the cable forward away from the saw, the spindle is then able to rotate the cable out of the plane of the bend, the carriage is then able to transport the cable back toward the saw; the saw is then able to sever the cable such that a last leg length adjacent to the last bend which is shorter than the fixed distance between the saw and the bend die.

Abstract: A computer numerical control (cnc) bending machine used to bend and then cut a specific programmed profile from a long length of cable comprising: a base, a carriage, a bend head and a saw; the carriage includes a spindle to rotate the cable, the carriage is also able to transport the cable in a linear fashion; the bend head comprises a clamp and a wiper roller and a bend die; after a last bend is formed, the clamp and wiper roller are retracted away from the bend die; the carriage is then able to then transport the cable forward away from the saw, the spindle is then able to rotate the cable out of the plane of the bend, the carriage is then able to transport the cable back toward the saw; the saw is then able to sever the cable such that a last leg length adjacent to the last bend which is shorter than the fixed distance between the saw and the bend die.

Abstract: A computer numerical control (cnc) bending machine used to bend and then cut a specific programmed profile from a long length of cable comprising: a base, a carriage, a bend head and a saw; the carriage includes a spindle to rotate the cable, the carriage is also able to transport the cable in a linear fashion; the bend head comprises a clamp and a wiper roller and a bend die; after a last bend is formed, the clamp and wiper roller are retracted away from the bend die; the carriage is then able to then transport the cable forward away from the saw, the spindle is then able to rotate the cable out of the plane of the bend, the carriage is then able to transport the cable back toward the saw; the saw is then able to sever the cable such that a last leg length adjacent to the last bend which is shorter than the fixed distance between the saw and the bend die.

Abstract: A computer numerical control (cnc) bending machine used to bend and then cut a specific programmed profile from a long length of cable comprising: a base, a carriage, a bend head and a saw; the carriage includes a spindle to rotate the cable, the carriage is also able to transport the cable in a linear fashion; the bend head comprises a clamp and a wiper roller and a bend die; after a last bend is formed, the clamp and wiper roller are retracted away from the bend die; the carriage is then able to then transport the cable forward away from the saw, the spindle is then able to rotate the cable out of the plane of the bend, the carriage is then able to transport the cable back toward the saw; the saw is then able to sever the cable such that a last leg length adjacent to the last bend which is shorter than the fixed distance between the saw and the bend die.

Abstract: A self-clinching fastener that when pressed into a thin sheet panel provides for a strong attachment point for a cable tie. The inventive fastener relies on the self-clinching process to carry external loads and thus carries larger loads when compared to adhesive backed cable tie mounts. When installed, the self-clinching fastener becomes flush with the far side of the sheet panel.

Abstract: A bend-angle measuring device used to measure the bend angle of bent tubular components. The bend-angle measuring device makes use of a combined linear and rotational motion of a movable arm to gain access to numerous bent configurations.

Abstract: A bend-angle measuring device used to measure the bend angle of bent tubular components. The bend-angle measuring device makes use of a combined linear and rotational motion of a movable arm to gain access to numerous bent configurations.

Abstract: A self-clinching fastener that when pressed into a thin sheet panel provides for a strong attachment point for a cable tie. The inventive fastener relies on the self-clinching process to carry external loads and thus carries larger loads when compared to adhesive backed cable tie mounts. When installed, the self-clinching fastener becomes flush with the far side of the sheet panel.

Abstract: A vertical compression bending machine that uses linear bearings to guide the ram and cushions assemblies. The inventive machine also employs an adjustment mechanism to align the wing dies relative to one another.

Abstract: A self-clinching fastener that when pressed into a thin sheet panel provides for a strong attachment point for a cable tie. The inventive fastener relies on the self-clinching process to carry external loads and thus carries larger loads when compared to adhesive backed cable tie mounts. When installed, the self-clinching fastener becomes flush with the far side of the sheet panel.

Abstract: A self-clinching fastener that when pressed into a thin sheet panel provides for a strong attachment point for a cable tie. The inventive fastener relies on the self-clinching process to carry external loads and thus carries larger loads when compared to adhesive backed cable tie mounts. When installed, the self-clinching fastener becomes flush with the far side of the sheet panel.

Abstract: A fastener to provide an anchor point for a wire and to be fastened to a sheet panel, comprising a self-clinching base made of a first material, to self-clinch to the sheet panel and a fastener section attached to the self-clinching base and made of a second material different from the first material, to secure the wire.

Abstract: A self-clinching fastener that when pressed into a thin sheet panel provides for a strong attachment point for a cable tie. The inventive fastener relies on the self-clinching process to carry external loads and thus carries larger loads when compared to adhesive backed cable tie mounts. When installed, the self-clinching fastener becomes flush with the far side of the sheet panel.

Abstract: A mechanism to prevent a handle from rotating out of the plane of bending during the bending of a tube. This mechanism is used in a compression bending process in conjunction with a hinged handle. The mechanism prevents the handle from rotating about the hinged point during the bending process. The mechanism adds rigidity to the bending device and is thus responsible for limiting excess deforming of the work piece.

Abstract: A self-clinching fastener used to join two sheet materials together at a right angle. The self-clinching fastener is of the flush-mounting type and thus provides for a smooth cosmetic appearance when installed.

Abstract: An automatic deburring machine used for the edge deburring of hard components. This automatic deburring machine, utilizing several abrasive flap wheels, causes the wheels to penetrate the internal and external edges by combining the three axis motion of the abrasive flap wheels with the two axis motion of the work piece transporting system. This multi-axis motion will significantly deburr the internal and external edges with three hundred and sixty degrees of symmetry.

Abstract: A self-clinching fastener to be embedded into a first sheet material. The self-clinching fastener is used to secure the first sheet material 40 to a second sheet material wherein the first sheet material is oriented at a right angle to the second sheet material 42.