Abstract: An alignment clamp for aligning a pair of tubular members in a fixed, end to end relationship comprises a first clamp section having a pair of substantially semiannular first clamp members with first latch ends and first pivot ends, a second clamp section having a pair of substantially semiannular second clamp members with second latch ends and second pivot ends pivotally connected to the first pivot ends, and a latch mechanism operable by a hand lever to releasably engage recessed surfaces at each of the first and second latch ends. According to another aspect of the invention, a method of aligning a pair of tubular members in a fixed, end to end relationship employs clamping fingers which project from clamp members of the first and second clamp sections.

Abstract: An apparatus for facilitating the laying of paving fabric along a road bed, or the like, and comprising a core support member of an adjustable length for supporting a roll of the paving fabric on a vehicle whereby the web of fabric may be pulled from the supply roll for application to the surface of the road bed, a tension applying apparatus secured in the proximity of the fabric roll for receiving the web thereover in order to remove wrinkles from the web prior to the application of the web to the surface of the road bed, and a broom apparatus secured in the proximity of the location of the engagement of the web with the road bed for facilitating adherance of the web thereto, and a guard for the broom for precluding wrinkling of the fabric at the broom location.