Abstract: A bearing guard is provided that comprises a housing having an open end, a first face, and a second face. A first opening is defined by the first face. The first opening is configured to receive a shaft guard. A second opening is defined by the second face. A cap is positioned over the second opening and is removably coupled to the second face. The cap extends a predetermined distance from the second face.

Abstract: An actuator converting a rotary movement into a linear movement is disclosed. The actuator includes a drive means (11), a primary low friction screw mechanism (3, 6, 14) driven by the drive means, a secondary traditional screw mechanism (7, 13) which is connected to the primary screw mechanism and moved linearly by this. The secondary screw mechanism transfers the linear movement to a driven means, such as a clutch. The primary screw mechanism is performing the working stroke proper, while the secondary screw mechanism is arranged to compensate for changes in the engagement point of the driven means. One of the screw mechanisms is provided with a spring (4) making the actuator self-regulating.

Abstract: An enclosure for machine tools, such as a CNC machine, is provided. The transformable enclosure may include a series of modules or panels movable between a series of open and closed positions to allow an operator increased control over the production of a particular part and allowing parts of various shapes and dimensions to be machined without the need to switch between multiple machines.

Abstract: A machine tool has a telescopic cover. One end of the telescopic cover is fixed to the machine tool via a cover supporting member. In the cover supporting member, through holes through which fixing bolts pass are formed on a surface to be fixed to the telescopic cover and a surface to be attached to the machine tool. Gaps between the through holes and fixing bolts are used to adjust the attachment position of the cover supporting member with respect to the machine tool and the position of the telescopic cover with respect to the cover supporting member.

Abstract: A fixing member has such a shape that members that constitute a telescopic cover can be fixed and immovable. The fixing member is secured to the telescopic cover by means of fastening members such as bolts. The fixing member of a telescopic-cover fixture is shaped so that the telescopic cover is maximally contracted when the fixing member is secured to the cover. For example, the fixing member may be L-shaped, U-shaped, or in the shape of a rectangular tube that covers the entire cover member.

Abstract: A telescopic cover of a machine tool is provided with two movable covers connected by a joint, two pulleys mounted on the joint, and a single wire stretched around and between the two pulleys. One and the other ends of the wire are secured to the mobile element, and a middle portion of the wire to a fixed portion. In this arrangement, the two movable covers connected by the joint move half the movement stroke of the mobile element in association with the action of the mobile element.

Abstract: A length adjustable guard system for shielding the driveshaft and coupling joint directly abuts the motor housing at one end and is secured at a second end to the pump housing. Interchangeable mounting plates allow the guard assembly to attach to various pumps. The guard system is lightweight, easily installed by one individual, and incorporates vent ports and inspection ports, allowing a worker to grease motor and pump bearings without removing the guard system. Flexible finger guards further secure the motor and pump assembly as they are designed to matingly conform to recesses about the pump housing.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of manufacturing a sufficiently strong, box-shaped protective cover for a vibrating compactor inexpensively using a small number of processes and only simple processes, and provides a protective cover for a vibrating compactor. A box-shaped protective cover that covers an upper structural portion of a body of a vibrating compactor is manufactured by executing a cutting process for fashioning a single metal plate into a shape including a first planar portion 1, a second planar portion 2, an intermediate portion 3, and a plurality of side flaps 5 (5a to 5d), a bending process for bending or curving the side flaps 5 and the intermediate portion 3, and a welding process for welding a side flap 5a (or 5b) of the first planar portion 1 to a side flap 5c (or 5d) of the second planar portion 2.

Abstract: A gearbox housing assembly includes a first plate constructed of a rigid material and defining a first plane. A second plate of the gearbox housing assembly defines a second plane parallel to and spaced from the first plane. The second plate is constructed of a rigid material. A plurality of connectors couples the first plate and the second plate, with an interior space being defined between the first plate and the second plate. A mounting member is coupled to the second plate and has a mounting portion extending away from the interior space. The mounting member is distinct from the second plate to facilitate interchangeability of the mounting member.

Abstract: Cover frames configure a slide cover. Each of the cover frames has, at a lower end thereof, a wiper that contacts an outer surface of the cover frame located immediate inside. Each of the cover frames also has, on an upper inner surface thereof, a roof-shaped backboard that extends over the cover frame inside. The backboard is provided slightly below an upper end of the cover frame. Each of the cover frames is provided, on an upper outer surface thereof, with a sliding shoe that contacts an inner surface of the cover frame located immediate outside. The innermost cover frame is fixed to a column in which a sliding surface is formed, and has a bottom plate that encloses an area below the sliding surface. In an upper portion of the bottom plate, an oil receiving portion is formed to receive lubricant flowing from the sliding surface.

Abstract: A load isolating device may be defined by a plate-style bracket having a planar body and a plurality of tabs arranged about the body. Each tab may define a peripheral extremity of the body, extending outwardly thereof and situated substantially within the same plane as the body. Each tab may have a particular width, and may include a neck defined by a fillet having a predetermined radius, both tab width and fillet radius being sized and configured to absorb load forces through elastic deformation. As such, the tabs may elastically deform under load to minimize any deformation of the planar body of the device, which in the disclosed embodiment may be formed of an elastic metal plate. Each tab may have the same thickness as the planar body, and both the tabs and the planar body of the device may comprise the same material.

Abstract: A guard for a sensor apparatus in a tilting arrangement. The guard includes a first tubular portion supported on the tilting arrangement, a longitudinal portion extending from the first tubular portion, and a second tubular portion extending from the longitudinal portion. The first tubular portion provides a first cavity adapted to partially enclose a first mounting stud of the sensor apparatus. Similarly, the second tubular portion provides a second cavity adapted to partially enclose a second mounting stud of the sensor apparatus. And, the longitudinal portion provides a recess adapted to partially enclose a lever member of the sensor apparatus.

Abstract: A monitoring device for detecting a value indicative of the actuation stroke and/or release stroke of a thrust element of a brake actuating mechanism, the thrust element being actuated by a lever of the brake actuating mechanism, including a sensor for sensing variations in a physical property of at least one part of the brake actuating mechanism, whereby the sensor and the part of the brake actuating mechanism are arranged so that by the relative movement between the part of the brake actuating mechanism and the sensor repeated variations in the physical property along a path of the relative movement are created and sensed. The path is formed between the lever and a stationary part being adjacent to the lever. The invention is directed both to drum brakes and to disc brakes.

Abstract: A mobile crane has at least two crane booms which are connected together by a joint such that the angular position with respect to each other can be adjusted. At least one hose between the crane booms, and the hose is exposed in the region of the joint in at least one angular position of the crane booms. At least one flexurally elastic sheet is connected with the at least one hose or covers it at least in the exposed region and can flex when the angular position of the at least two crane booms is changed. The at least one flexurally elastic sheet can be moved into or respectively out of one of the crane booms upon a change in the angular position of the crane booms.

Abstract: The invention concerns a device (1) for protecting a breather membrane (2) enabling the ventilation of a member, notably a gear motor of a wiper system, said device including a support (3) intended to accommodate said membrane (2) on the surface of said member and a cover (4) for protecting said membrane (2), said device (1) being configured to allow circulation of air between the interior and the exterior of the member via said membrane (2). According to the invention, said cover (4), moulded in one piece with said support (3), is articulated relative to said support (3) so as to enable fixing of said membrane (2) onto said support (3) in an open position of said cover (4) and to cover said membrane (2) in a closed position of said cover (4).

Abstract: A brush seal cover assembly that includes a brush cover having a shroud that substantially encloses a brush mounted in a holder without removing the holder from the equipment to which it is mounted. The assembly includes a pair of brush cover halves integrally formed to provide an outer bristle guard capable of supporting the weight of a person and a pair of brush shields on opposite sides of the brush that prevent direct impingement of pressurized gas or liquid enabling maintenance and cleaning of the equipment to be performed while leaving the brush mounted in place without damaging the brush. The cover includes a pair of mounting plates configured for mounting of the cover by clamping or by compression between fasteners without having to remove the brush holder from the equipment or the brush from the holder.

Abstract: An arrangement for covering a machine having a machine frame, includes a covering device adapted to be attached to the machine frame above the machine. The covering device has opposite sides corresponding to opposite sides of the machine frame. Hinges are respectively connected at the opposite sides of the covering device about which the covering device can be selectively swiveled to an open or a closed position relative to the machine. Each one of the respectively arranged hinges at opposite sides of the covering device is selectively coupled to the machine frame and has a parallel-extending swiveling axis. Respectively the non-selected hinge that does not form the swiveling axis for opening the covering device is arranged to be detachable from the machine frame.

Abstract: A method for attaching a protective structure to a feed beam of a rock drilling rig, and a protective structure for a rock drilling rig. The protective structure is at least partly arranged around the feed beam so that as the feed beam bends in a bending direction of its longitudinal axis and/or twists about its longitudinal axis in a twisting direction, the protective structure substantially maintains its original shape.

Abstract: A machine tool is provided. The machine tool can comprise a machine frame, at least one tool holder device which is held for movement on the machine frame, a work space in which workpieces are machinable, a work space cladding, at least one workpiece carriage which is displaceable on a path guiding device relative to the machine frame, the path guiding device being arranged alongside the work space, and at least one sliding door for access to the work space. The sliding door particularly can be arranged on the path guiding device of the at least one workpiece carriage.

Abstract: A cover ASSY 12 attached to a shaft 9 of a linear actuator 1 includes a nut 12b to be screwed on a male screw section 9b formed at the lower end of the shaft 9; a bottomed cylindrical cover body 12a for protecting a boot 10; and a plate 12c, and the ASSY is constructed such that the bottom of the cover body 12a is welded in a sandwich structure with the plate 12c and the nut 12b.

Abstract: A seal protector assembly is provided. The seal protector assembly includes an expandable cylinder for protecting a seal. A plug or cap is removably attached to the expandable cylinder. After shipment of the transmission, the plug or cap is removed. Once any potential damage to the seal during assembly has passed, the expandable cylinder is then removed.

Abstract: A splash guard (25) of a machine tool for preventing chips generated when a workplace is machined by the machine tool or coolant from being scattered includes a rear cover (27) mounted on a rear of a bed (13) of the machine tool installed on the floor surface and defining a partition for a rear side of the machining area, and a front cover (29) defining a partition for a front side and lateral sides of the machining area. The front cover (29) is configured of a lower cover (31) placed on the bed (13) of the machine tool, and an upper cover (33) placed above the lower cover (31). The upper cover (33) has a plurality of legs (35) extending downward from the lower end thereof so that the upper cover (33), when arranged above the lower cover (31), is supported on the floor surface by the plurality of legs (35).

Abstract: The invention relates to a protective cover comprising at least two protective-cover elements arranged one after the other in the direction of movement of the protective cover, each comprising at least one frame element (22, 22?) which is provided with at least two frame sections (23, 24) which are offset with respect to one another, wherein at least one lamella element (1, 20) is arranged on each frame section in such a manner that the lamella elements slidingly overlap frame elements (22?) arranged directly one after the other in a telescopic manner to form a substantially closed cover and wherein each frame section of each frame element is provided with a separate lamella element, whereas respectively one first lamella element (1) on a first frame section (23) comprises a tab (5) which overlaps the offset region to the second frame section (24) of the same frame element (22), wherein the tab grips behind a second lamella element (20) on the second frame section in such a manner that the tab of the first la

Abstract: An oil drain passage that guides, to an oil pan, lubrication oil in a space surrounded by a side wall of an engine block and an inner wall of a chain cover is formed with a partition formed by contacting a rib provided on the inner wall of the chain cover and a rib provided on the side wall of the engine block. An opening is provided in a portion of the partition.

Abstract: A machine tool has a work space (17) in which a device (15) for accommodating workpieces (16) to be machined is arranged. The machine tool further has a work spindle (18) for machining the workpieces (16) and a slide (34) which carries the work spindle (18) and is traversable in a longitudinal direction relative to the device (15), a respective cover (25), variable in length in the longitudinal direction (x), for the work space (17) being provided on the slide (34) on each of its sides, said cover (25) being connected with its respective first end to the slide (34) and with its respective second end to a side wall (21, 22; 51) of the work space (17). Each cover (25) variable in length has a respective rear wall (26) and a respective top (27), whereby the top (27) is connected to the rear wall (26) in a detachable, push-in, manner. A further flexible cover (31) is arranged in front of the slide (34) to protect the work space (17) at the bottom.

Abstract: A through section shielding construction is disclosed in which a partitioning wall defines a slit-like opening extending along a lateral direction as a moving passage of a penetrating member relative to the partitioning wall, and a plurality of shielding plates for closing the slit-like opening are juxtaposed along the slit-like opening as being suspended pivotally to be pushed open one after another by the penetrating member moving along the slit-like opening. The shielding plates are provided as adjacent pairs, and there is provided an operative coupling mechanism for operably coupling, with each other, two shielding plates constituting each pair in such a manner that in association with one of the paired shielding plates being pushed open in one direction by the penetrating member, the other shielding plate is pivotally opened in the opposite direction to the one direction.

Abstract: In a cover arrangement for a machine tool for covering guide and drive structures, comprising a pleated wall arrangement which can be expanded and compressed upon movement of a carriage between which and a machine wall it is connected. The pleated wall structures is provided with armor lamellas which are anchored to the pleat sections of the wall structures and over-lap for covering the pleated wall structure which is movably supported on guide tracks which are disposed in planes extending at an obtuse angle facilitating installation and removal of the cover arrangement.

Abstract: This specification discloses plate elements that prevent the rotary shafts of the shredder from bending. The plate elements are fixed on the frame by their two ends. They are disposed in parallel on both sides of the shredder mechanism. The plate element is basically a wavy plate to provide a better strength. Through the pinching effect of the plate element on the shredder mechanism, the rotary shafts are prevented from bending deformation under external forces.

Abstract: An operator station is positioned on the outside of a machine tool on the same side of the machine as the tool magazine and the automatic tool changer, to improve the ergonomics of the machine by keeping the tool loading access as close as possible to the operator. This location also allows easy visual access to the tools in the magazine and in the ready position in the tool changer. An angled “tunnel” window passing across the front of the tool magazine and the Y-axis column allows direct visual observation of the working zone of the machine tool from the operator station. A door on the side of the machine allows access from the operator station to a utilities panel located just inside of the door permitting ready operator access to switches, valves, fill points, filters and gages that are located on the panel.

Abstract: A boot cover assembly includes a generally cylindrical axially extending can, and a generally conical axially extending boot. The can has a first end, a central portion, and a second end. The boot includes inner and outer surfaces, a first large end, a central portion, a second small end. A portion of the second end of the can and a portion of the first large end of the boot are bonded together to form a coupling region. A portion of the inner surface of the second end of the can is bonded to a mounting face formed on an inner surface of the boot. A distal end of the can is also bonded to a mounting shoulder of the boot such that two surfaces of the can are secured to two surfaces of the boot.

Abstract: A guard for use on a cutting knife of a slitting machine has a body with an opening sized to permit a cutting wheel mounted in the cutting knife to extend through the opening. The body has two ends, with an attachment member associated with each end. The attachment members are shaped to engage receiving members on the cutting knife, so that the guard may be removably attached to the cutting knife. The guard acts as a blade guard, covering the cutting wheel fully when the cutting wheel is retracted, such as during machine set-ups. The opening allows the cutting wheel to be actuated into position during machine operation.

Abstract: A saddle ride type all-terrain vehicle includes left and right front wheels supported independently of each other on a vehicle body such that driving power is transmitted to said front wheels by way of a pair of left and right drive shafts extending from a driving source side. The vehicle also includes universal couplings provided at opposite end portions of each of the drive shafts, covered by rubber boots. The vehicle further includes a protector for covering the rubber boots.

Abstract: A guard for a power-feed drill having a fluid inducer protects an operator from coming in contact with a rotating drive assembly. The drive assembly is enclosed by a cylindrical housing having a slotted opening through which a fluid inducer connection extends. The guard comprises a rotatable tube concentrically disposed within the housing and sleeved over the drive assembly so as to cover the opening presented by the slot. The fluid inducer connection passes through a helical groove in the tube.

Abstract: A starter for cranking an internal combustion engine includes an electric motor for driving a pinion gear of the starter. The rear end of the electric motor is covered with a rear end frame having a bearing holder formed thereon. To protect the bearing holder from external force applied to the rear end frame, a rear end cover having an upper plate is connected to the rear end frame. The upper plate of the rear end cover is positioned to form a certain space between the rear end frame and the upper plate. The rear end cover may be connected to the rear end frame by utilizing bolt heads of a pair of through-bolts fastening the electric motor to a front housing and the rear end frame.

Abstract: A workpiece positioner includes a workpiece holder that is mounted to a chassis for rotation about a central axis, and further includes a first set of workpiece supports for retaining and supporting a first workpiece between a drive end and an idler end, and a second set of workpiece supports for retaining and supporting a second workpiece between the drive end and the idler end. The workpiece positioner also includes a support member that links the drive end to the idler end. This support member has a cross-sectional shape that is best characterized as an I-beam, and as such, the work envelopes for the first and second working pieces are very close together, but at the same time, still separated such that welding or other similar manufacturing and/or processing operations can be performed on each workpiece without any interference or effect on the other workpiece.

Abstract: The present invention provides a concave part cover that can be easily inserted and be safely secured in a concave part even if tolerances and dimensional errors of the concave part such as a slot or a hole, and of the concave part cover for covering the concave part are large. The concave part cover comprises: a top plate 11 for covering the concave part; and a pair of pressing parts 12A and 12B extending from the top plate 11 and pressing side walls 52A and 52B of the concave part when the pressing parts 12A and 12B are inserted into the concave part. Base ends 15A and 15B of the pressing parts 12A and 12B are positioned at the top plate 11 in such a manner that a distance between the base ends 15A and 15B is shorter than distance W (between the side walls 52A and 52B), and portions of extending parts 16A and 16B of the pressing parts 12A and 12B are formed to project outwards until they are spaced at a wider distance therebetween than the distance W.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a tandem press shuttle area isolation gate system and its method of use. The system and method of the present invention allows workers to safely enter the shuttle areas between tandem presses concurrently with a die change, thereby facilitating a quicker changeover of a tandem press line and a reduction in downtime. The system and method of the present invention employs safety gates to isolate the work envelope of each press from the shuttle areas during a die change. In this manner, workers can safely operate in the shuttle areas without the risk of contacting moving dies or bolsters that are being transferred to or from the presses.

Abstract: A cover opening and closing mechanism switches a cover body on a corresponding surface of a main body between a closed position for closing the corresponding surface and an open position for opening the same. The cover opening and closing mechanism includes a forcing device for always urging the cover body toward the closed position; a push button; a switching device having a cam facing the button, an acceleration gear engaging a gear part provided on the cover body, and a striker; and a latch device for locking the striker in the open position of the cover body and releasing the lock when the button is pushed. The switching device switches the cover body from the closed position to the open position against a force of the forcing device.

Abstract: A boot assembly for a vehicle includes a retainer adapted to be connected to vehicle structure of a vehicle and a boot for surrounding either one of a shifter and parkbrake of the vehicle. The boot assembly also includes a seal connected to the boot and to the retainer to prevent the boot from exiting the retainer.

Abstract: A machine tool installation (1) for the processing of workpieces includes encompasses a work area (4) for the machining of workpieces and contains a workpiece support (13), a work area enclosure (3) featuring a gate (7) and at least one corresponding door segment (6/1, 6/2, 6/3) which can be moved in the horizontal direction between open and closed positions and is supported on the substructure of the machine installation (1) in horizontally movable fashion. Provided above the substructure of the machine tool installation (1), and attached solely to the workpiece support (13) is at least one stationary guide element (14, 15) for the door segments (6/1, 6/2, 6/3) and extending over at least part of the width of the gate.

Abstract: The present invention provides a concave part cover that can be easily inserted and be safely secured in a concave part even if tolerances and dimensional errors of the concave part such as a slot or a hole, and of the concave part cover for covering the concave part are large. The concave part cover comprises: a top plate 11 for covering the concave part; and a pair of pressing parts 12A and 12B extending from the top plate 11 and pressing side walls 52A and 52B of the concave part when the pressing parts 12A and 12B are inserted into the concave part. Base ends 15A and 15B of the pressing parts 12A and 12B are positioned at the top plate 11 in such a manner that a distance between the base ends 15A and 15B is shorter than distance W (between the side walls 52A and 52B), and portions of extending parts 16A and 16B of the pressing parts 12A and 12B are formed to project outwards until they are spaced at a wider distance therebetween than the distance W.

Abstract: An improved protective shield for attachment to the A-arms of an ATV for preventing the intrusion of debris that may damage the suspension or CV joint. The improvements enhance the shield's ability to reduce debris build up and to be more easily cleaned by suspending the shield below the suspension members and providing washout and drainage holes.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cover unit which includes a cover made of an aluminum alloy. The cover has a wall thickness of 1 to 2 mm and has at least one hollow pin on one side as well as an aperture. A plate-shaped plastic part provided with holes and a plug which projects through the aperture and is connected to the cover via at least one hollow pin. When attached, the plastic part holes engage the hollow pin(s) and the pin(s) are deformed so as to ensure a secure attachment. The invention also relates to a method of making the cover unit described above.

Abstract: A machine tool is provided which is constructed so that a table pivot mechanism and cables such as a power supply line connected to the pivot mechanism are protected from chips and a coolant. The machine tool comprises: a column movable along the X-axis on a bed (11); a main spindle (12) supported by the column via a spindle head and vertically movable along the Y-axis; and a rotatable table (13) which is movable back and forth with respect to the main spindle (12) along the Z-axis on the bed (11). The table (13) is pivotally supported by a table frame which is movable along the Z-axis along slideways provided on the bed (11). A pivot mechanism such as including a servo motor and a reduction gear mechanism for pivoting the table (13) is provided on an outer side of the table frame. The bed (11) has a center trough in which a chip conveyer (18) is provided. The slideways and the table pivot mechanism are completely separated from a machining space by movable covers (22).

Abstract: A connecting device rotatably joins a protective plate to a bellows that covers the guide of an automatic machine, machine tool or robot. The plate is one of a plurality of partially overlapping protective plates that slide and turn relative to each other as the bellows is extended and compressed. The connecting device includes a pushing element designed to extend freely through an aperture made in the respective plate and to come into contact with an outside face of the plate itself; a joining element which can be stably connected to the bellows at a respective transversal fold line and which is designed to come into contact with an inside face of the respective plate so as to rotatably support the plate in removable, pivot-like fashion when the plate is pushed by the pushing element; and a pair of helical springs forming a single component with the pushing element and stably connected to the joining element.

Abstract: A splash cover is assembled to a mount of a base. A space for holding a packing is provided between the splash cover and the mount. A packing port is provided to the accommodating space. The structure allows an operator to install or remove the packing to or from the accommodating portion inside the splash cover without interference from the splash cover. Thus, installing or removing the packing can be easily performed. In addition, because the packing is invisible from outside, the appearance of the splash cover is improved.

Abstract: A work bench includes a frame, a bench surface on the frame with the bench surface including at least two members, one of which is movable along the frame for clamping a workpiece between the members. A mechanism for moving the member includes two screws coupled with the members. The two screws are spaced with the member for moving the member upon rotation of the screws. A sprocket is coupled with each of the screws. A transmission belt or chain is coupled with the sprockets. At least one handle is coupled with one of the screws to rotate the screws. At least one clutch is coupled with the at least one screw to limit clamping pressure on the workpiece. The clutch enables rotation of one screw with respect to the other screw so that workpieces may be clamped between the members and clamping of the workpiece may be accomplished by rotation of the screws with one hand of the operator. Also, a guard may be present which covers the transmission belt or chain.

Abstract: A linked apron serves to cover machine parts, in particular machine tool parts. It has a plurality of links (9, 10) connected to one another in a hinged manner. To increase the speed on pulling out and/or moving in the linked apron, individual links (9) of the linked apron (2, 3) are connected by a collapsible grid (14, 15, 16, 17) (FIG. 3).

Abstract: Disclosed is a sheathing material for a construction machine and a method for producing the same, in which lightweighting can be attained without using a reinforcing member, and which is not greatly flexed even if a load is applied. The sheathing material for a construction machine which is lightweighted and has a flexure rigidity is obtained by molding a resined shell 1d having a hollow construction by rotational molding, filling a resin foamed body 1e such as a hard polyurethane foam within the resined shell 1d to set it, thereby providing a sandwiching construction, and adjusting filling density of the resin foamed body 1e.

Abstract: A dog-bone shaped bumper for a telescoping way cover extends on both sides of the rear flange of the cover and defines spaces which close upon flexing of forked ends of the bumper between the rear flange and the next adjacent cover section to reduce the impact between sections when expanding and retracting the cover.