Abstract: A universal part holding fixture for a CMM uses a plurality of ball detent retainers bolted to a base plate to allow part holders to be set up and removed with improved speed and accuracy.

Abstract: A limited mobility transporter (10) is disclosed having a linkage mechanism (12) with four links (14,16,18,20) pivotally connected at their ends to form a four bar linkage. Engagers (22) are mounted at pivotal connections (A,B,C,D) of the links (14,16,18,20) for selectively engaging a mounting surface (24). An actuator assembly (26) rotates the links (14,16,18,20) about the engaged pivotal connections (A,B,C,D). A programmable controller (28) controls a sequence of movements whereby the transporter (10) is movable about the mounting surface (24) by simultaneous engagement of selected engagers (22) and rotation of the links (14,16,18,20) about the selected engagers (22) in a coplaner fashion to the mounting surface (24). In one embodiment, the engagers (22) comprise a shot pin assembly and the mounting surface (24) includes receptacles for receiving the shot pins. In other embodiments, the engagers (22) are electromagnetic anchors or suction cups.

Abstract: A device comprises a comb comprised of at least two dismountable parts of which the successive teeth belong alternatingly to a first part and to a second part and are separated, on the assembled comb, by a pitch equal to the pitch which separates two branches of a prehension means for taking identification elements. The identification elements can be threaded in the supports carried by both teeth of the assembled comb so that two coded messages are simultaneously composed and are separated by dismounting the comb. The labelling device can be employed for marking the two ends of an electric wire individually.

Abstract: A tooling plate having a plurality of columns of holes can be quickly and easily configured as a jig. Every second column contains threaded holes and the other columns contain unthreaded holes for reception of alignment pins. Alignment pins can be inserted into these unthreaded holes to produce a jig suitable for aligning a workpiece. The threaded holes are utilized by clamps that hold the workpiece rigidly in place and by an alignment bar that can be used to align the workpiece along any desired direction parallel to a front face of the tooling plate.

Abstract: A brake bonding apparatus in which brake linings are positioned between a loop-like pressure-imposing band and a pair of brake shoes, which are disposed at opposite locations on the inner side of the band, and pressure-bonded to the brake shoes by expanding in opposite direction an expanding member which is urged by springs. The pressure-imposing band is provided with rigid strips at two circumferential locations for positioning itself in a predetermined position and is formed in substantially eliptic shape. The expanding member is arranged not to hold the rib in sandwich relation, but merely to abut the end portions thereof.

Abstract: Disclosed is a universal system for the support and positioning of a workpiece for use with a device such as an inspection system. A plurality of individual alignment devices are inserted into predetermined holes of a platform having a matrix of holes. Functions of individual alignment devices include support, clamping, datum point positioning and providing reference points. Each alignment device usually includes stanchions of varying length. Each stanchion is capable of being connected to another stanchion. Once the alignment device is positioned in a hole it can be fine tuned in all directions to get an exact location. Workpieces of widely varying types, shapes and sizes can thus be positioned using the same set of alignment devices.

Abstract: A modular system of pillars for constructing rigid frames with flat, projection-free surfaces being the base for workpiece fixtures for numerical control machining is described.

Abstract: The invention relates to a product carrier for circuit boards (23), which are subjected on this carrier to an operation, more particularly to a component mounting operation. The circuit boards (23) are provided for this purpose with location holes (21), into which location pins (5) engage, which can be arranged on the base plate (1) of the carrier in order to fix the circuit board (23) on the product carrier in a given position and at a given height with respect to the base plate (1). The location pins (5) are arranged on the base plate (1) so that they can be individually lowered. Between the location pins (5) there are provided mounting areas (27) for supporting pins (29), from which these pins (29) extend vertically up to the lower side (35) of the circuit board (23) between components which may already be provided at said side to additionally define a supporting plane (37).

Abstract: A hairpin tube receiver includes a plurality of inependently rotatable receiver posts which have cavities in their upper ends for receiving the bends of hairpin tubes. The receiver posts can be independently rotated to selectable positions in order that the hairpin tube receiver can support the bends of hairpin tubes which are arranged in a variety of different configurations.

Abstract: An assembly jig for making wing spars is adjustable in a manner so that it can be used to produce virtually any size of spar. The jig includes a plurality of vertical posts, each of which has upper and lower clamping mechanisms that are vertically adjustable. The upper mechanism holds the upper spar chord to the spar's web and the lower mechanism similarly holds the spar's lower chord. Adjustment of the clamping mechanisms relative to each other accommodates a variation in web width corresponding to different stations along the length of the spar, or alternatively, different spar designs. Each post is further adjustable in a transverse direction in order to construc spars which are not linear from end to end.

Abstract: A carrier for transporting covered dishes such as casseroles which includes an insulated tray, which in some embodiments may be used as a cutting board, having a plurality of holes extending partially therethrough which are oriented in patterened relationship with respect to the center of the tray and into which pins may be selectively received so as to be in substantially abutting relationship to a covered dish or other item supported on the tray.

Abstract: The present noise reduction system provides a tool and a method to dampen the vibration of sheet material such as a panel, a metal sheet or a skin while performing a manufacturing operation on it, for instance riveting, drilling, etc. This noise reducing tool is held in place by vacuum and thus avoids the disadvantages associated with gluing and mechanical or magnetic fixing devices. This noise reducing tool includes a flexible pad made of a metal back sheet with a vibration damping sheet adhered to it and having an air seal surrounding the damping sheet such that the pad is held against the panel by action of a vacuum intermediate the damping sheet and the panel.

Abstract: A modular workpiece holding apparatus for locating and holding a workpiece in a predetermined position. The apparatus includes a base having a plurality of external faces, each with a plurality of bores arranged in an X-Y grid pattern of parallel rows, the bores alternating vertically and horizontally between first and second different diameter bores. A riser is mounted at a predetermined position on the base by bushings and fasteners extending between the riser and the bores in the base. The bushings in each riser are arranged in diagonally opposed pairs such that one pair of bushings engages the first diameter bores in the base; while the second opposed pair of bushings engages the second enlarged diameter bores in the base. A workpiece attachment member is mounted on the mounting head end of each riser to locate and hold a workpiece. The mounting head of each riser is axially in line with the riser mounting base or offset from the riser mounting base.

Abstract: A fixturing apparatus for locating, orienting and holding a workpiece during a milling operation, having a workpiece specific mounting provided with means for accurately and reproducibly positioning the workpiece within the fixture. The workpiece specific mounting has a workpiece specific pattern of clamping, vibration dampening and supporting devices to hold the workpiece during the milling operation. Accurate, reproducible location and orientation of successive workpieces of the same geometry on the apparatus for the same milling operations is achieved quickly and positively and vibration and workpiece distortion are minimized during the milling operations.

Abstract: A non-dedicated pallet assembly (10) is provided to carry and precisely position a plurality of integrated circuit package (12). The pallet assembly includes an exterior frame subassembly (14) encompassing an interior frame subassembly (16) formed to include a plurality of receiving nests (48) arrayed in rows thereon. Each receiving nest (48) is adapted to receive a modular package holder (18) in one of several selectable rotational orientations. The preferred modular package holders (18) may be in the form of a finger support holder (126), a surface protection holder (128) or a multi-nest holder (130), each conformed to the shape and dimensions of a selected package (12). Vertical support to the package holders (18) and the packages (12) is provided by a leaf spring (60) associated with each receiving nest (48) and by an openable and closable gate subassembly (20) associated with each pair of rows of receiving nests (48).

Abstract: A substantially integral one-piece interval locator in flat relatively thin elongate material and having two or more interval spaced notches for locating building components on selected interval positions and including hardened punch points locating and holding the centers of structural members with high precision and repetitive accuracy. The structure includes hand grip means and tapered ends.

Abstract: A paper trimmer including a base having an upper surface for supporting paper to be cut by a cutter structure pivotally mounted to one edge of the base. Structure is associated with the base for carrying associated office supply and office device elements, such as paper clips, an adhesive tape dispenser, a stapler, and a staple remover. Recesses are provided in a wall portion associated with the base for receiving the stapler, paper clips, and staple remover, and a cover is removably mounted to the wall for selectively closing the recess containing the paper clips. The tape dispenser is removably mounted to a rear edge portion of the base and forms an integral part thereof in the paper trimmer assembly. A lock is provided for selectively locking the movable cutter blade handle in a lowermost position. A fingertip protecting element is mounted to the base overlying the fixed cutter blade on the base.

Abstract: Glass cutting apparatus which includes a base with a fixed, glass positioning fence along one edge thereof and a removable, pivotable glass cutter guide which can be locked to the base at a selected angle relative to the fixed fence, allowing glass to be scored at any selected angle with respect to the fence. A variety of accessories allow the glass being worked to be securely positioned on the base; one of these is a removable fence against which the glass may be positioned instead of against the fixed fence. A holder for a glass cutter which is slidable along and then fixable to the pivotable glass cutter guide allows the system to be employed to cut arcs as well as straight lines. Optionally, the system may be employed with yet another accessory which allows the center of an arc being cut to be shifted to any selected location on the base of that system.

Abstract: A positional fixation element is located on a first structural component and positionally fixes a second structural component, which is to be joined to the first component at a predetermined orientation relative thereto. The positional fixation element is substantially in the form of a stud, which protrudes beyond a reference plane of the first component. The positional fixation element is produced by means of a mandrel-like tool, which is pressed into the first component on an incline relative to the reference plane. In the process, material is displaced, so that on the one hand a groove-like indentation is formed, and on the other hand, an accumulation of material having a shape corresponding to that of the positional fixation element is created above the reference plane. The positional fixation element is suitable for positionally fixing electrical circuits, for example, or other components when glued or soldered onto the first component.

Abstract: A locator and clamping means, for accurately locating and securing a workpiece onto the flat workplate or bed of a machining tool wherein the bed is of the type having a plurality of spaced grooves with one set disposed at right angles to another set, consists of jig into which the workpiece is secured and which has a flat surface wherein three accurately positioned non-aligned holes are located and consists of dowels removably secured within said respective holes and protruding therefrom. In addition, three apertured keys are slidably disposed within the grooves in the bed so that each key is capable of receiving one dowel. To facilate the insertion of each dowels into a respective aperture, the dowels are tapered and each aperture in the respective key is congruent to the taper. Then, when the three dowels engage the three keys, the jig and, in turn, the workpiece is acturately positioned on and secured to the bed.

Abstract: The device comprises a comb comprised of two dismountable halves of which the successive teeth belong alternatingly to one half and to the other half and are separated, on the assembled comb, by a pitch equal to the pitch which separates two branches of a prehension means for taking identification elements which may be threaded in the supports carried by both teeth of the assembled comb so that two coded messages are simultaneously composed and are separated by dismounting the comb, for the two ends of an electric wire.

Abstract: A fixture for accurately locating a workpiece during machining operations. A table includes a plurality of frusto-conical openings arranged in a grid pattern to receive locator pins each having a frusto-conical base to seat closely in the opening in which it is inserted. The locator pins establish stops against which some parts of the workpiece are positioned. The workpiece is held against the pins by power cylinders carried on special pegs that can be inserted in the table openings. Air for operating the cylinders is made available to each opening through a valved line and a passageway extending to each opening in the table. Each peg has a passage arranged to receive the incoming fluid from the opening and to transmit the air to its cylinders to extend them against the workpiece.

Abstract: A pallet system formed of a unitary, plastic molded, grid-like base made of intersecting, spaced apart, longitudinal and transverse strips, whose upper edges define a carrying surface. The lower edges of at least some of the longitudinal strips are generally coplanar to form a skid-like base support surface that may be positioned upon a conveyor. The lower edges of the remaining strips are recessed relative to the plane of the support surface. A unitary, plastic molded nest, having integral upper formations shaped to receive corresponding portions of supported articles, is rested upon the base and overlaps some of the openings in the grid-like base. Integral projections on the nest extend into their adjacent overlapped openings and engage the sides of adjacent strips for accurately positioning the nest relative to the base.

Abstract: A system for the assembly of devices for fixing workpieces to machine tool tables, including a base plate, which can be fixed to the machine tool table, or the like. Fitting holes are formed in the base plate with regular coordinate spacings. In the base plate, in a plane at right angles to the fitting holes, are formed preferably intersecting cross holes, whose diameter corresponds to that of the fitting holes. Nuts for the fitting screws are inserted both in the cross holes and the fitting holes, in order to fix mounting parts to the base plate. The cross-section of each nut corresponds to that of each cross and fitting hole. The mounting parts are preferably provided with cross and fitting holes similar in arrangement to the base plate.

Abstract: A device for holding an object in a spatial position containing a pallet-presetting structure on which a pallet is located. This pallet is held on the presetting structure. The presetting structure contains a base plate, a second plate setting on top of the latter, and a third plate. The second plate is connected both to the base plate and to the upper plate by hinges. The respective hinge pair each has an axis which is at right angles to the other. In this way, the plates can be swung open to define a right angle to one another. A vertical measuring column is also provided. By this device, a point of an object can be exactly measured or set in a horizontal position by the vertical measuring column.

Abstract: A clamp for holding lumber which is used to form roof trusses. A plurality of clamps are placed on a work table oriented to constrain plural pieces of lumber forming the truss until truss plates attach ends of adjacent pieces of lumber. The clamp includes an inner and outer sleeve, the inner sleeve telescopes with respect to the outer sleeve and a spring bias connection exists between the inner and outer sleeve through a threaded shaft which causes the inner sleeve to telescope so that imperfections in the lumber can be accounted for and several identically configured trusses can be formed without removing the clamps from the table. Specific types of clamp support for the lumber as well as a specific means for supporting the clamp on the work table is disclosed.

Abstract: A non-dedicated pallet assembly (10) is provided to carry and precisely position a plurality of integrated circuit packages (12). The pallet assembly includes an exterior frame subassembly (14) emcompassing an interior frame subassembly (16) formed to include a plurality of receiving nests (48) arrayed in rows thereon. Each receiving nest (48) is adapted to receive a modular package holder (18) in one of several selectable rotational orientations. The preferred modular package holders (18) may be in the form of a finger support holder (126), a surface protection holder (128) or a multi-nest holder (130), each conformed to the shape and dimensions of a selected package (12). Vertical support to the package holders (18) and the packages (12) is provided by a leaf spring (60) associated with each receiving nest (48) and by an openable and closable gate subassembly (20) associated with each pair of rows of receiving nests (48).

Abstract: A clamp adapted to engage a clamp receiving hole in a welding platen for tightly clamping a workpiece in a desired position. The clamp includes an elongated upright capable of extending into the hole, a stop member extending outwardly from a lower portion of the upright, the stop being wider than the mouth of the hole, thereby limiting the distance the upright extends into the hole, a clamping arm slidably mounted to the upright, the clamping arm comprising a frame portion, an elongated neck extending from the frame and a sleeve connected to the neck and engaging the upright, the sleeve permitting changes in the angular position of the neck with respect to the upright.

Abstract: A modular fixturing system is provided, whose typical use is holding each of a series of similar workpieces, such as rough castings, during machining. It is conventional to support such workpieces during machining on permanent fixtures, specially designed for each type and size of workpiece, each such fixture utilizing two or more locating pins through parallel bores in the workpiece. In the present invention, locating pins are not part of any permanent fixture; instead, using a fixturing plate drilled with bores at modular intervals, the present adaptors are secured at any required spacing, and locating pins of desired diameter are mounted in them. One of the adaptors, referred to as "fixed", is mounted directly to one of the modular bores of the fixturing plate. The other adaptor to be used will be one whose position is slidably adjustable along linearly aligned slots in its base.

Abstract: A fixture includes a base having an index surface. The index surface has a reference hole, 360 positioning holes formed about the reference hole and angularly equally spaced from each other at an interval of one degree, and a plurality of fastener holes formed through the base around the positioning holes. A reference post is inserted removably into the reference hole for abutment of a workpiece thereon. A positioning post is inserted removably into selected one of the positioning holes for abutment of the workpiece thereon. A press member is inserted removably into selected one of the fastener holes and is adjustable to press the workpiece against the indexing surface of the base for holding the workpiece on the base, so that a diagonally provided part of the workpiece to be cut is in parallel with the movement direction of a movable work table.

Abstract: A workpiece is clamped to the table of a machine tool by a toggle clamp or edge clamp supported for rotation by the head portion of a stud threaded into a hole within a member secured to the table. The member may comprise a column or a column extender each having a frame with precisionly attached plates having X-Y grid patterns of alternating threaded holes and precision bores. A grid or base plate with an X-Y pattern of holes and bores may also receive an angle plate which also has an X-Y grid pattern of threaded holes and precision bores in addition to counterbores and precision angle positioning bores which receive pins for precisely locating the angle plate at a selected predetermined angle relative to the grid or base plate. The workpiece may also be secured to T-slot plates which are retained in precision locations on a base plate to define precision T-slots for receiving T-nuts. An adjustable radius locator system provides for precisely locating on the base plate a workpiece having two precision holes.

Abstract: A clamping system is disclosed for use with an assembly jig. It features a clamp having one jaw consisting of a pin and the other jaw including a pad which when closed will be spaced from but parallel to the pin. The pin is to be inserted into a circular locating device which is joined to the frame of the assembly jig. Due to the circular nature of the locator and use of the pin, the workpiece can be grasped in an over-center locking position in almost any orientation. The clamping device together with the assembly jig provides standardized pieces that can be used for limited production items that need to be held upon a jig relationship when locked.

Abstract: A fixture and method for mounting one or more optic fibers and attached ferrule assemblies transverse to an abrasive surface. The fixture includes a holder plate (12) having one or more boreholes (14) disposed in axial alignment adjacent a peripheral edge of the plate and connected thereto by laterally extending slots (16). An upper portion (18) of the boreholes is relatively smaller in diameter than a lower portion (20). The optical fiber (26) and ferrule assembly (28) is slid into the borehole through the slot, seated in place, and retained therein by a retainer plate (22) having an aligned borehole through which an end of the ferrule assembly extends. The helical coil spring (32) provides a bias force to urge the ferrule assembly (28) against the abrasive surface.

Abstract: Apparatus for applying a label to the back of each of a number of computer cartridges seated in a container, including a slotted label stripping plate hinged to the container pivotable to position a separate slot over each cartridge, a sheet of labels to be seated on the stripping plate with a separate label over each slot, a manipulative plate for pressing the seated cartridges against loose movement, and a pressure mask plate hinged to the container adapted to be pivoted to press the labels through the slots onto the backs of the cartridges.

Abstract: A fixture system for numerical controlled rough and finished machining of a workpiece including a first fixture having defined reference points for rough machining and a second fixture having the same defined reference points for finish machining. The system is used in conjunction with CAD/CAM applications under the control of Tool Design and NC Programming.

Abstract: A pallet system formed of a unitary, plastic molded, grid-like base made of intersecting, spaced apart, longitudinal and transverse strips, whose upper edges define a carrying surface. The lower edges of at least some of the longitudinal strips are generally coplanar to form a skid-like base support surface that may be positioned upon a conveyor. The lower edges of the remaining strips are recessed relative to the plane of the support surface. A unitary, plastic molded nest, having integral upper formations shaped to receive corresponding portions of supported articles, is rested upon the base and overlaps some of the openings in the grid-like base. Integral projections on the nest extend into their adjacent overlapped openings and engage the sides of adjacent strips for accurately positioning the nest relative to the base.

Abstract: A jig for coping crown molding includes a base with a pair of right-angled isosceles triangular support blocks mounted on dowels to the base and with their faces that are at a 45.degree. incline to the base normally facing forward on the base. In one embodiment, the base has a rod which mounts one or more clamps. The clamps hold a length of crown molding with one of its flat rear surfaces resting on the base and with its inclined flat rear surface against the inclined faces of the support blocks. An end of the crown molding piece projects beyond the base where it is accessible for hand coping. The proper shape of the end of the crown molding for corner junctions can then be achieved using wholly vertical saw strokes. In another embodiment, the crown molding is held against the inclined surfaces of the support blocks by an abutment that is adjustably positioned on the base and spaced from the support blocks.

Abstract: A workpiece is clamped to the table of a machine tool by a toggle clamp or edge clamp supported for rotation by the head portion of a stud threaded into a hole within a member secured to the table. The member may comprise a column or a column extender each having a frame with precisionly attached plates having X-Y grid patterns of alternating threaded holes and precision bores. A grid or base plate with an X-Y pattern of holes and bores may also receive an angle plate which also has an X-Y grid pattern of threaded holes and precision bores in addition to counterbores and precision angle positioning bores which receive pins for precisely locating the angle plate at a selected predetermined angle relative to the grid or base plate. The workpiece may also be secured to T-slot plates which are retained in precision locations on a base plate to define precision T-slots for receiving T-nuts.

Abstract: An especially configured angle plate apparatus having a workpiece holder mounted thereon for precision positioning of the workpiece holder relative to a supporting surface. The angle plate and workpiece holder are cooperatively adapted so that the workpiece holder may be precisely and selectively positioned in parallel relationship with the supporting surface, perpendicular relationship with the supporting surface and angular relationships with the supporting surface and all at adjustable distances relative to the supporting surfaces. The angle plate apparatus is also provided with fixed V-block structures and an adjustably movable V-block structure for holding and supporting workpieces and a special grind stone dressing tool for precision dressing of a grind stone.

Abstract: A device for handling miniature electronic components is disclosed that employs a central member of unitary construction and compliant composition having a pair of generally parallel first and second surfaces. An apertured portion of the central member defines an array of receptor holes extending through the central member between the first and second surfaces, each one of the receptor holes having a cross sectional area that is shaped and dimensioned to receive in a force fit one of a batch of electronic components to be handled. Framing components for facilitating central member handling and enabling central member replacement without obstructing component access to the receptor holes define a generally rigid removable framework.

Abstract: An end preparation tool for pipe fittings includes an end preparation tool having a rotary cutting head with shaping bits carried thereon mounted on a base that also carries a universal clamping fixture for pipe fittings having end openings to be machined in preparation for welding. The clamping fixture includes workpiece engaging clamping pads that permit adjustment of the position of the workpiece relative to a pair of opposed clamping plates that normally secure the pipe fitting in place relative to the cutting head of the end preparation tool. The clamping fixture includes adjustment features that enable the fixture to be moved transversely relative to the cutting head, along the rotary axis of the cutting head and about a vertical axis that permits indexing of the clamping fixture relative to the tool cutting head.

Abstract: A fixture for establishing stop surfaces against which a workpiece can be held to accurately locate it during robotic machine tool operations. The fixture includes a table surface having frusto-conical openings arranged in a preselected pattern to receive locator pins. Each locator pin has a frusto-conical base which automatically centers itself in the opening so that a robotic machine can insert the pins without having to first precisely align them with the openings. Each locator pin is locked in its opening by a releaseable slide mechanism which acts against the pin on opposite sides by wedging action to securely hold the pin down on the table.

Abstract: A fiberglass-reinforced epoxy base plate includes a matrix of integrated circuit package lead receiving apertures. A grooved cover locks the packages to the base plate with the leads projecting from the base plate. The projecting leads are dipped in an acid flux to remove oxidation. The leads are then tinned by passing them through a solder wave. The cover is loosened after tinning to allow the packages to resiliently move about and float. The fixture and its packages are immersed in a water bath to clean the packages. The grooves permit agitated bath water to loosen the resiliently held packages and thoroughly clean them without removing the packages from the fixture so that a single fixture is used for fluxing, tinning, and cleaning.

Abstract: An apparatus for aligning and clamping a workpiece is provided which includes an easel having a platform mounted thereon. The platform includes a plurality of blocks arranged in spaced relationship in a grid pattern with slots having tapered cross-sectional configurations therebetween. A pair of pneumatic rams are adapted for releasable mounting on the platform and for clamping a workpiece, such as a cabinet frame, while mechanical fasteners are driven into glue joints thereof.

Abstract: A rectilinear array of rods define a grid-like support such that work clamps may be selectively positioned about the top surface of the support and may be releasably anchored thereto by adjustable hooks extending through aperatures of the grid and grasping the undersides of the rods.

Abstract: A mobile band instrument repair shop is disclosed which includes a movable trailer with a structure having four interior walls and a door, each wall being arranged and specially equipped to perform different tasks in repairing all band instruments. The first wall is a customer service and instrument receiving area. The second wall is a brass department. The third wall is a woodwind department, and the fourth wall is a storage area. The brass department includes two different work stations. The first work station includes a foldable table for supporting a variety of different shaped instruments. A plurality of holes in the table receive posts in various configurations to accommodate the different instruments. The second station includes a plurality of different shaped and sized mandrels, and a mandrel holding fixture to hold various instruments during dent removal operations. Bannister rods, removably mounted to the floor, are also included at the second station for holding instruments awaiting repair.

Abstract: A cooking rack (10) for placement on a cooking surface, such as an existing shelf or tray in an oven. The cooking rack has a plurality of perforations (14) for receiving securing pins 20. A cooking utensil is placed on or under the cooking rack (10) and the securing pins (20) are placed in the perforations (14) to extend above and/or below the rack (10). In this manner the pins (20) are placed around the cooking utensil to prevent it from sliding. The securing pins (20) can also extend below the cooking rack (10) and engage the cooking surface to prevent the cooking rack from moving relative to the cooking surface.

Abstract: A modular fixturing apparatus is provided for locating, orienting and holding a workpiece during a machining operation, having a workpiece specific mounting plate and a carrier apparatus provided with stop means and pusher means for accurately and reproducibly positioning the mounting plate on the carrier. The workpiece specific mounting plate has a workpiece specific pattern of threaded holes adapted to attach locating, clamping and supporting devices to hold the workpiece during the machining operation. Accurate, reproducible location and orientation of successive workpieces of the same geometry on the apparatus for the same machining operations is achieved quickly and positively. Reconstruction of the fixturing apparatus to hold subsequent workpieces of the same geometry in the same location and orientation is also readily achieved.

Abstract: A work bench has folding U-shaped splayed legs received in sockets in respective spaced blocks. A horizontal work table is mounted on support posts carried by the blocks for vertical adjustment therein. The work table has a plurality of bosses formed integrally therewith and depending from the bottom surface thereof. Preferably, the bosses have through bores and are interconnected by respective ribs.

Abstract: A method for fabricating upright pins in a base plate, in a mutually orthogonal relationship with respect to the base plate. A first set of holes is made in a base plate at locations needed within an apparatus such as a tape cartridge. The holes are slightly oversize with respect to pins to be permanently seated therein. A second set of holes, a mirror image of the first set of holes, is made in a pin holder plate, except that the holes are not oversize. The second set of holes is adapted to hold pins in frictional contact therein. Once the pins have been disposed in the second set of holes, the holder plate is made to overlay the base plate with the outwardly facing ends of the pins brought into flush alignment with the back side of the base plate by projection through the base plate, but without the pins touching the base plate. The bottoms of the pins are now welded in place by means of a high pulse-power welding apparatus such as a laser working on the back side of the base plate.