Mortar Application Device
A device used for the placement mortar or similar type substances in a specific location. Those locations could be brick, block or other places where mortar and other similar materials are used in construction and repair of masonry structures and objects.
The present invention relates to a method for controlling the placement of mortar or other similar materials.
BACKGROUNDPresent day tools typically used for the placement of mortar include a trowel for placing the mortar and a hawk for holding the mortar. The “Mortar Application Device” replaces these two tools to allow for rapid and even application of mortar where it is desired.
The “Mortar Application Device” is an invention I created in order to construct block and masonry walls more effectively. The prototype shown in the attached photos was constructed by me to meet that need. I actually tried to locate and purchase a similar device but was unable to find anything suitable
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTIONThe object of this invention is to create a way to place mortar in an even, consistent and rapid manner. The speed with which this device works is critical as properly mixed mortar has a very short shelf life, typically 90 minutes but this time can be shortened dramatically in the event of high temperatures and hot sunlight.
Having thus described the invention in general terms, reference will now be made to the accompanying black and white photographs. I have chosen to use photographs to illustrate this invention as I do not feel simple drawings would properly show the simplicity of this device.
The “Mortar Application Device” is constructed using a power source combined with a mortar hopper. The power source rotates a cam wheel. This cam wheel makes contact with the mortar hopper. The resulting vibration from the cam wheel to the mortar hopper causes the mortar to flow from the mortar exit orifice.
The power source in my current prototype uses electricity but can easily be converted to operate on battery power.
Mortar itself is a very dirty and gritty material. It is mainly composed of sand and Portland cement. Both materials are highly destructive to any power tool. By keeping a clear separation between the power source and the mortar, the tool could last for years.
DESCRIPTION OF PICTURESClaims
1. The “Mortar Application Device” is a tool used for controlling the placement of “Mortar” using a combination of gravity and vibration.
2. The “Mortar Application Device” has a mortar hopper that holds the material until it is needed. This is accomplished by using a conical shaped hopper with a narrow exit orifice. The viscosity of the mortar combined with the narrow exit orifice keep the mortar in place until it is needed.
3. The “Mortar Application Device” is able to achieve the placement of the material/mortar without contact with any moving parts.
4. The “Mortar Application Device” is able to place the mortar (or other similar type materials) in a very even and consistent manner.
5. The “Mortar Application Device” is able to place the mortar (or other similar type materials) in a much more rapid fashion than tools currently in use.
6. The “Mortar Application Device” creates cost of construction savings due to the reduction of waste. This is accomplished because mortar is placed where it is needed and only where it is needed.
Type: Application
Filed: Aug 19, 2012
Publication Date: Feb 20, 2014
Inventor: Steven Wilcox (Erial, NJ)
Application Number: 13/589,148
International Classification: E04G 21/20 (20060101);