Entirely Work Supported Patents (Class 83/745)
  • Patent number: 12128581
    Abstract: An object of the present disclosure is to provide a circular saw guide device enabling reliable cutting in the presence of a guide function even when having no workbench for placing a workpiece thereon. The circular saw guide device 2A includes a base member 6 having a guide end 4 on one end side in the longitudinal direction for guiding a saw blade 34 there along, a tape measure 10 provided with a scale 8 freely movable back and forth having a locking claw 8a to be hooked to an end face 30c of a square timber 30, and a handle 20. A central portion of the base member 6 in the longitudinal direction is a narrow grip section 16, and the tape measure 10 is stored in an end portion in the X2 direction of the handle 20.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 2, 2022
    Date of Patent: October 29, 2024
    Inventor: Jiro Watanabe
  • Patent number: 11771019
    Abstract: A method and apparatus are provided for vertically felling trees by taking apart the trunk in a stepwise manner combining sagittal and horizontal cross-sections. A vertical frame is attachable to a tree trunk, the vertical frame having a movable portion and a fixed portion. A first cutting device is attachable to the vertical frame and configured to cut the tree sagittally substantially along a longitudinal axis of the tree. A second cutting device is attachable to the vertical frame and configured to cut the tree horizontally from an exterior of the tree to a sagittal cut made in the tree by the first cutting device. A locking mechanism releasably locks the movable portion of the frame to the fixed portion of the frame. The apparatus uses the weight of the upper trunk to maintain stability to steadily decrease the tree height until the entire tree is removed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 21, 2022
    Date of Patent: October 3, 2023
    Assignee: UE Laboratory Inc.
    Inventor: Xiaoqi Ma
  • Patent number: 11660689
    Abstract: A portable sawmill which has an elongate central portion, at least one hinged foldable extension portion, laminated rails, detachable axle/wheel combinations, a tow bar, and adjustable legs. Spacers are received between each rail and the respective support structure for both the central portion and the extension portion, including one spacer a first portion of which is disposed between and attached to each rail and support structure of one of the central portion and the extension portion and a second portion of which is slidingly receivable between each rail and support structure of the other of the central portion and the extension portion as the extension is unfolded for use. A pull cable, when an actuation lever is engaged, effects pivotal movement of a cam to which another pull cable is attached for actuating the engine throttle for cutting wood. At least one other pull cable or other actuation member is attached to the cam to actuate at least one other device upon the actuation of the throttle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 15, 2021
    Date of Patent: May 30, 2023
    Inventor: Kurt M. Schie
  • Patent number: 11612116
    Abstract: A method and apparatus are provided for vertically felling trees by taking apart the trunk in a stepwise manner combining sagittal and horizontal cross-sections. A vertical frame is attachable to a tree trunk, the vertical frame having a movable portion and a fixed portion. A first cutting device is attachable to the vertical frame and configured to cut the tree sagittally substantially along a longitudinal axis of the tree. A second cutting device is attachable to the vertical frame and configured to cut the tree horizontally from an exterior of the tree to a sagittal cut made in the tree by the first cutting device. A locking mechanism releasably locks the movable portion of the frame to the fixed portion of the frame. The apparatus uses the weight of the upper trunk to maintain stability to steadily decrease the tree height until the entire tree is removed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 17, 2021
    Date of Patent: March 28, 2023
    Assignee: UE Laboratory Inc.
    Inventor: Xiaoqi Ma
  • Patent number: 10315327
    Abstract: A saw device for split sawing of elongated timber elements has at least two upright post elements horizontally spaced from each other, each of which in a lower portion is adapted to support the saw device. An elongated, lying guide beam is supported in the upper portions of the post elements and is adapted to displaceably carry a saw assembly along the longitudinal extent of the guide beam. Each of at least two lying timber carriers projects perpendicular from and are displaceable in height along a respective post element. Each of the timber carriers is formed as a console beam which is upwards and downwards displaceable and unturnably connected with the respective post element, and is displaceable by a rotatable threaded rod which is rotatably beared in the post element, extends in its height and engages a threaded hole in the rear portion of the timber carrier.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 8, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 11, 2019
    Inventor: Mattias Byström
  • Patent number: 9114546
    Abstract: A cutting guide assembly facilitates straight and circular cuts using a power cutting tool. The assembly includes a saddle and a tape measure coupled to the saddle. The tape measure has a tape extendable from the saddle. A tab is coupled to and extends from a distal end of the tape. A guide member is coupled to the saddle and has a guide flange alignable with a proximal end of the tape relative to the saddle. Thus, a distance between the distal end of the tape and the guide flange of the guide member is measured by the measuring tape. A tool attachment is coupled to a cutting tool. A slot is positioned in the tool attachment and aligned with a cutting blade of the cutting tool. The slot receives the tab.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 12, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 25, 2015
    Inventor: Walter R. Francis
  • Patent number: 9016182
    Abstract: A device and a method for cutting through the adhesive bead of panes that have been fixed by bonding is specified, said device having a base body on which at least one suction plate for fixing on a pane to be separated out as well as one motor-drivable coil for winding-on a separating wire are accommodated, wherein at least two guide rollers are held on the base body by means of extension arms at a distance which is adjustable in respect to each other. The device is preferably positioned approximately diagonally on the pane in such a manner that the guide rollers are situated on the outer ends of the extension arms in the vicinity of the corner regions of the pane.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 28, 2015
    Assignee: C. & E. Fein GmbH
    Inventor: Ralf Seebauer
  • Publication number: 20150096418
    Abstract: An apparatus for operating a power saw includes a body for supporting the power saw. The body includes a primary coupling mechanism for coupling the power saw to the body and constraining movement of a blade of the power saw to be in a plane. The apparatus further includes a clamping mechanism connected to the body. The clamping mechanism is for clamping a top rail of the fence to secure the body relative to the fence, so that the power saw can be rotated to sweep its blade within the plane to efficiently trim the tops of fence posts.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 28, 2014
    Publication date: April 9, 2015
    Inventor: Vito Peter Brancaccio
  • Publication number: 20150096417
    Abstract: An apparatus for operating a power saw includes a body for supporting the power saw. The body includes a primary coupling mechanism for coupling the power saw to the body and constraining movement of a blade of the power saw to be in a plane. The apparatus further includes a clamping mechanism connected to the body. The clamping mechanism is for clamping a top rail of the fence to secure the body relative to the fence, so that the power saw can be rotated to sweep its blade within the plane to efficiently trim the tops of fence posts.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 9, 2014
    Publication date: April 9, 2015
    Inventor: Vito Peter Brancaccio
  • Publication number: 20150053060
    Abstract: Pipe machining apparatuses and bearing assemblies are provided. In one aspect, a pipe machining apparatus includes a frame, a tool carrier, a first roller bearing and a second roller bearing. The tool carrier is coupled to and movable relative to the frame and defines a race therein. The first roller bearing includes a first shaft and a first roller rotatably coupled to the first shaft. The first roller is at least partially positioned in the race and is rotatable about a first roller bearing axis. The second roller bearing includes a second shaft and a second roller rotatably coupled to the second shaft. The second roller is at least partially positioned in the race and is rotatable about a second roller bearing axis. The first and second roller bearings are adjustable to move the first and second roller bearing axes relative to the frame.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 5, 2014
    Publication date: February 26, 2015
    Inventor: Roy C. Coakley
  • Publication number: 20150040736
    Abstract: Embodiments provide various saw chain links which may be combined to form a utility saw chain. In various other embodiments, cutting system fixtures are disclosed which may facilitate the cutting of pipes and other materials from an axis point.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 17, 2014
    Publication date: February 12, 2015
    Inventor: James Yancey
  • Patent number: 8950307
    Abstract: A jig for use in cutting an elongate workpiece with a saw blade features separate first and second guide members, each having a respective slot that passes through the guide member on a path spanning along a lengthwise dimension of the guide member. The paths of the respective slots match one another in shape, and a mounting mechanism is operable to secure each guide member in a tightened position abutted against a respective one of two opposing sides of the workpiece. The elongate workpiece is cuttable cross-wise by insertion of the saw blade through the respective slots on the opposing sides of the workpiece and cutting into the workpiece along the path of the slots. The separate guide members can accommodate workpieces of varying size and shape between them while guiding the blade on two sides of the workpiece for optimal reliability and cut accuracy.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 3, 2014
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2015
    Inventors: Timothy G. Harlos, Leonard M. Rivers
  • Publication number: 20140345431
    Abstract: A device for cutting a length of pipe includes a clamp portion for clamping around a length of pipe and a bow moveable with respect to the clamp portion that retains a loop of diamond embedded wire. The device further includes a feed for driving the bow with respect to the clamp portion and a detector for detecting bending of the wire and a control responsive to the detector for controlling feed rates. The device is made of modular parts and has synchronizing arms for clamping around a length of pipe. In one embodiment, the wheels are retained in enclosures with slots through which the cutting wire passes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 12, 2014
    Publication date: November 27, 2014
    Inventor: Kenneth R. Pierce
  • Publication number: 20140345436
    Abstract: A saw guide for a hand held power saw with a rotating circular blade includes a plate (sometimes referred to as a skate plate) having a first face and a second face, peripheral edges and an elongated slot positioned adjacent one of the peripheral edges. The slot extends through the plate from the first face to the second face. A saw receiving seat is positioned on the first face adapted to receive the hand held power saw with the rotating circular blade of the hand held power saw extending down through the elongated slot. Protruding attachment tabs are positioned along the peripheral edges of the plate having openings to facilitate fasteners securing the hand held power saw on the saw receiving seat. Rail guides depend from the second face of the plate. The rail guides defining a guide channel with opposing sidewalls that are parallel to the elongated slot and parallel to each other.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 21, 2014
    Publication date: November 27, 2014
    Inventor: Karl BEHRISCH
  • Publication number: 20140338513
    Abstract: A material removal system enabling the installation of electrical outlet boxes and junction boxes among others, includes a platen for attaching to a vibrating movement, a blade with teeth having any circular or non-circular cutting edge which attaches to the platen that vibrates the teeth multidirectionally. The system enables rapid material removal and produces a clean rectangular aperture requiring little or no modification prior to installing an outlet box.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 16, 2013
    Publication date: November 20, 2014
    Inventors: William Larry Burks, Perry G. Wester, Gary Estes
  • Patent number: 8833219
    Abstract: A device for cutting a length of pipe includes a clamp portion for clamping around a length of pipe and a bow moveable with respect to the clamp portion that retains a loop of diamond embedded wire. The device further includes a feed for driving the bow with respect to the clamp portion and a detector for detecting bending of the wire and a control responsive to the detector for controlling feed rates. The device is made of modular parts and has synchronizing arms for clamping around a length of pipe. In one embodiment, the wheels are retained in enclosures with slots through which the cutting wire passes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 9, 2009
    Date of Patent: September 16, 2014
    Assignee: Illinois Tool Works Inc.
    Inventor: Kenneth R. Pierce
  • Patent number: 8820205
    Abstract: A flange bolt cutter for separating two connected flanges. The flange bolt cutter contains a circular saw blade connected to an flange mount which can be vertically adjusted relative to the flange mount and/or includes two arms which can be pivotally adjusted relative to each other.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 2, 2014
    Assignee: Francis Torq/Lite, Inc.
    Inventors: James Dodd Smith, Michael T. Ramsey
  • Patent number: 8793884
    Abstract: An improved structure of a circle-cutting tool has an outer ring seat having a round hollow groove and a placing surface. A rotary disc is pivoted into the round hollow groove of the outer ring seat for rotation in relation to the outer ring seat, and has a top surface, bottom surface, outer ring portion and central portion. An elongated through groove penetrates through the top and bottom surfaces of the rotary disc in an elongated shape. The elongated through groove is set in a way to be extended from the central portion of the rotary disc to the outer ring portion. An adjustable elastic cutting assembly is pivoted into the elongated through groove in a slidable state in relation to the elongated through groove.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 5, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 5, 2014
    Inventor: Chi-Jen Chen
  • Publication number: 20140190327
    Abstract: Pipe machining apparatuses are provided. In one aspect, a pipe machining apparatus includes a coupling mechanism adapted to couple a first section and a second section of the pipe machining apparatus together. The coupling mechanism includes a base defining an aperture therein, an arm adapted to selectively couple the first and second sections together, an engagement member positioned in the aperture in the base, and a separation member movably coupled to the base and adapted to engage the engagement member. The separation member is adapted to move to push against the engagement member and separate the first section and the second section. In another aspect, a coupling mechanism includes an arm adapted to selectively couple the first and second sections together and a resistance member engaging the arm and one of a first section and a second section of the pipe machining apparatus to which the arm is coupled.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 11, 2013
    Publication date: July 10, 2014
    Applicant: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.
    Inventors: Kenneth R. Pierce, Michael W. Gearhart
  • Publication number: 20140096662
    Abstract: Coupling members and pipe machining apparatuses including coupling members are provided. In one aspect, a coupling member includes a shaft and an engagement member defining a cavity there through and including a projection. The shaft is at least partially positioned within the cavity and extends through the cavity, and the shaft is adapted to rotate relative to the engagement member. The coupling member also includes a plunger at least partially positioned within the cavity and moveable relative to the engagement member, and further includes a biasing member at least partially positioned within the cavity between the plunger and the engagement member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 12, 2013
    Publication date: April 10, 2014
    Applicant: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.
    Inventor: Roy C. Coakley
  • Publication number: 20140096663
    Abstract: Pipe machining apparatuses and bearing assemblies are provided. In one aspect, a pipe machining apparatus includes a frame, a tool carrier, a first roller bearing and a second roller bearing. The tool carrier is coupled to and movable relative to the frame and defines a race therein. The first roller bearing includes a first shaft and a first roller rotatably coupled to the first shaft. The first roller is at least partially positioned in the race and is rotatable about a first roller bearing axis adapted to remain substantially fixed relative to the frame. The second roller bearing includes a second shaft and a second roller rotatably coupled to the second shaft. The second roller is at least partially positioned in the race and is rotatable about a second roller bearing axis. The second roller bearing is adjustable to move the second roller bearing axis relative to the frame.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 12, 2013
    Publication date: April 10, 2014
    Applicant: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.
    Inventor: Roy C. Coakley
  • Publication number: 20140026731
    Abstract: Pipe machining apparatuses, such as traveling pipe cutters, are provided. One such pipe machining apparatus may cut or bevel a hollow vessel while traveling around the vessel, and include a frame including a top end and a bottom end with the bottom end adjacent an outer surface of the vessel. The apparatus also includes a cable wrapped around the vessel and a pair of rollers coupled to the frame with each roller defining a groove therein for receiving the cable. Each roller rotates about an axis that extends generally parallel to a central longitudinal axis of the vessel. The cable is positioned in each groove of the pair of rollers and each axis is positioned between the cable and the outer surface of the vessel. The cable is tensioned to provide a force on the frame in a direction toward the outer surface of the vessel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 6, 2013
    Publication date: January 30, 2014
    Applicant: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.
    Inventor: Kenneth R. Pierce
  • Patent number: 8607814
    Abstract: An active pipe cutoff valve installation assembly includes a conduit having an top section mating with a bottom section forming the conduit having first and second open ends. Medial seals are positioned in the conduit abutting a pipe extending through the conduit and defining a sealed chamber corresponding to a medial section of the conduit. A valve is coupled to the conduit having an gate extendable into the medial section the conduit whereby flow through the conduit is cut off. A wire extends into and through the medial section of the conduit. The wire cuts the pipe while the pipe is positioned in the sealed chamber. The wire is aligned with the gate of the valve so the gate cuts off flow through the pipe.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 8, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 17, 2013
    Inventor: Justin Boltjes
  • Publication number: 20130291701
    Abstract: A cutting system for longitudinally cutting a pipe is provided. The cutting system includes a removable track and a crawler arrangement. The removable track includes: a longitudinal base, first and second races, and an adjustable mounting arrangement. The crawler arrangement is configured to follow the track and carry at least one cutting device. The crawler arrangement includes first and second guides and a tool mounting mechanism.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 29, 2013
    Publication date: November 7, 2013
    Inventor: Robert F. Doane
  • Patent number: 8479630
    Abstract: A saw guide for guiding the blade of a saw during cutting of a workpiece comprises a housing having a basal surface and a guide surface adapted to be positioned on a workpiece to be cut, such that with the basal surface engaging a surface of the workpiece, the guide surface extends across the surface to be cut at a forward position of the housing, such that a cutting member in face to face contact with the guide surface may be guided during cutting of the workpiece, and measuring means for measuring a position of the guide surface with respect to the workpiece such that, in use, the position of the guide surface may be monitored by reference to said measuring means, during a cutting operation of the workpiece. The saw guide enables a cut to be made with continual reference to the measuring means.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 28, 2008
    Date of Patent: July 9, 2013
    Assignee: W S Norman Engineering Limited
    Inventor: Howard George Osbourne
  • Patent number: 8474359
    Abstract: The grape cutter includes a base and a cover overlying the base. The base includes a recess adapted to hold a plurality of foodstuffs therein. The cover also includes a recess adapted to accommodate and hold the foodstuffs between the cover and the base. Both the base and the cover include a respective surrounding flange that define a slicing gap when assembled so that a user may slide a knife through the slicing gap to cut the foodstuffs. The slicing gap may be adjusted to accommodate foodstuffs of various sizes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 1, 2010
    Date of Patent: July 2, 2013
    Inventor: Colleen C. George
  • Publication number: 20130134201
    Abstract: The aim of the invention is to provide a solution for guiding the cutting of a piece of plasterboard, which can be rapidly implemented, and does not require any finishing step for refilling the surface of the piece of plasterboard. To this end, the invention relates to a guide element (200) for guiding the cutting of a piece of plasterboard, said guiding element having two longitudinal edges and two ends, for guiding a cutting blade, during operation, parallel to the guiding element, said guiding element also comprising, at least on one end, a rotatably mounted abutment (210) provided with means (211) for holding the abutment against the piece of plasterboard.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 18, 2011
    Publication date: May 30, 2013
    Inventor: Benoit Mallet
  • Publication number: 20130126574
    Abstract: The invention proposes a solution for cutting a sheet of gypsum board quickly and allowing a flat cut edge to be obtained.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 18, 2011
    Publication date: May 23, 2013
    Inventor: Benoit Mallet
  • Publication number: 20130118332
    Abstract: A portable cutting-guidance apparatus is used with a portable, hand-holdable power saw (20) to make an angle-cut in an object at a variably selected angle. A positioning device (300) is positioned motionless against the object being cut. The saw (20) travels on and along a cutting-guide (100) in a straight line. The linear cutting-guide 100 is pivotally connected to the positioning device 300 about a pivot point (400). The linear cutting guide (100) can be adjustably fastened to the positioning means (300) at a variably selected angle. The apparatus is able to be configured to have, as alternatives, either a right-hand and left-hand portable power saw attached for use with the apparatus.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 21, 2010
    Publication date: May 16, 2013
    Inventor: Nicholas John Barnes
  • Patent number: 8387495
    Abstract: A cutting tool apparatus, methods, and kit for removing damaged surfaces, more specifically, a portable cutting tool for removing cracked inner wing spars from hard to access surfaces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 18, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 5, 2013
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Navy
    Inventor: Timothy J. Amerine, Sr.
  • Patent number: 8359961
    Abstract: A portable cutting-guidance apparatus is used with a portable, hand-holdable power saw (20) to make an angle-cut in an object at a variably selected angle. A positioning device (300) is positioned motionless against the object being cut. The saw (20) travels on and along a cutting-guide (100) in a straight line. The linear cutting-guide (100) is pivotally connected to the positioning device (300) about a pivot point (400). The linear cutting guide (100) can be adjustably fastened to the positioning means (300) at a variably selected angle. The positioning device (300) can be positioned and held against the object purely by the manual force of the user, which includes force with which the user pushes the power saw forwards along the cutting-guide to cut the object. The pivot point (400) is located a distance (y) away from the leading edge of the linear cutting-guide (100) to provide improved performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 29, 2005
    Date of Patent: January 29, 2013
    Inventor: Nicholas John Barnes
  • Publication number: 20120304843
    Abstract: A cutting device for cutting a wedge and/or conductive bar or coils and/or part of thereof within a slot of an electric machine includes a saw with at least a blade, a guide for guiding the saw during cutting, the guide being connectable to the electric machine. The saw and the guide are withheld together preventing their separation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2012
    Publication date: December 6, 2012
    Applicant: ALSTOM TECHNOLOGY LTD
    Inventors: Massimiliano VISINTIN, Janusz BIALIK, Pascal Lucien JACOULOT, Pascal BRENIAUX
  • Publication number: 20120285305
    Abstract: A portable circular saw guide system for use with a portable circular saw. The system may comprise a U-shaped channel track, a saw sled, and a spacer bar. A user may make accurate and straight lengthwise cuts in sheeting material quickly and easily without employing a table saw using the system. The user's own portable circular saw is coupled to the top surface of the saw sled using the sled's two biasing clamps. A spacer bar is used to gauge the distance between the inside flat surface (distal edge) of the saw blade and the channel track for securing the exact position of the portable circular saw on the saw sled. The channel track is clamped parallel to the cut-line and the saw sled placed within the U-shaped channel. The saw is turned on and the saw with the coupled sled is pushed through the channel to make the cut.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 9, 2011
    Publication date: November 15, 2012
    Inventor: Robert Jablonsky
  • Publication number: 20120222527
    Abstract: A device and a method for cutting through the adhesive bead of panes that have been fixed by bonding is specified, said device having a base body on which at least one suction plate for fixing on a pane to be separated out as well as one motor-drivable coil for winding-on a separating wire are accommodated, wherein at least two guide rollers are held on the base body by means of extension arms at a distance which is adjustable in respect to each other. The device is preferably positioned approximately diagonally on the pane in such a manner that the guide rollers are situated on the outer ends of the extension arms in the vicinity of the corner regions of the pane.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 1, 2012
    Publication date: September 6, 2012
    Inventor: Ralf Seebauer
  • Patent number: 8201483
    Abstract: Operating a power saw between a pair of parallel guide rails, which engage opposing sides of saw base plate to constrain the motion of the saw to a straight path, allows for precise cuts. A set of two or more fences allows for multiple cutting options. In some embodiments, non-parallel fences coupled to the guide rails allow for precise cuts at more than just a single angle. In some embodiments, two fences may engage opposing sides of the object to be cut simultaneously, holding the object more securely with respect to the guide rails than would a single fence. A possible clamping force holding the two fences against the object allows the miter guide to remain fixed relative to the object so that the user's hand may be freed for another task, such as holding the saw with both hands.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 19, 2010
    Date of Patent: June 19, 2012
    Inventor: Kelce Steven Wilson
  • Patent number: 8033205
    Abstract: A roof shingle peeler device which comprises a saw blade, a motor to operate the saw blade, a horizontal arm and skiis to regulate the depth of the saw blade, a wedge to remove the nails and shingles from the roof deck and enable the saw blade to cut the shingles into a predefined section, and a frame to facilitate the transportation of the predefined section of shingles for being received and collected into a bag for disposal. A hoist and return hoist are used to pull the roof shingle peeler device up and down the roof deck from the base to the crest while removing shingles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 20, 2004
    Date of Patent: October 11, 2011
    Inventor: Edward J. Cross
  • Publication number: 20110232469
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for automatically and autonomously releasing a mechanical cable or rope connection between two elements, in a zone having explosive atmospheric conditions, comprising: a mechanical assembly in the form of an enclosure which can be traversed by a cable or rope and which contains at least one sectioner comprising a chisel associated with an anvil and means for moving the chisel with respect to the anvil in order to cut the cable or rope, means for positioning the cable or rope making it possible to pass the cable or rope between the anvil and the chisel, and means for measuring the tension of the cable or rope; the control means making it possible to automatically trigger the sectioner. The chisel and preferably the anvil are made of an anti-spark material, particularly of a beryllium-copper (Be—Cu) alloy.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 23, 2009
    Publication date: September 29, 2011
    Applicant: NEREUS Technologies
    Inventor: Mathieu Deleignies
  • Publication number: 20110226104
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for guiding a cutting tool. The apparatus comprises at least one elongate member having a first track extending longitudinally therealong and a first clamping member located at a first end of a first elongate member and extending perpendicularly thereto. The apparatus further includes a second clamping member slidably locatable along the first track. The second clamping member is adjustably securable within the first track so as to clamp a work piece between the first and second clamping member. The method comprises longitudinally connecting the first and second elongate members with a connection member, applying the first and second elongate members to a surface of the material and clamping the elongate member to the material at a position corresponding to a line to be cut in the material between the first clamping member and the second clamping member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2011
    Publication date: September 22, 2011
    Inventor: Allan Charles Chase
  • Patent number: 8015715
    Abstract: A chain saw arrangement for cutting flat sides or kerfs on a round log or timber. The arrangement includes a chain saw housing at a first end of the chain saw. An elongated chain/blade supporting frame extends from the chain saw housing. A multi-tooth chain/blade is movably supported from the elongated frame. A support bracket is secured to one side of the elongated frame for providing restricted support of the chain/blade on a log or timber during cutting of a transverse kerf thereon.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 17, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2011
    Inventor: Robert L. Perkins
  • Patent number: 7992481
    Abstract: A panel cutting apparatus is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a bench and a rail mounted to the bench, and adapted to guide a saw along the rail. A bench aligner displays a visual indication of a desired cut line of said workpiece. A positioning guide allows for convenient repositioning of a workpiece, allowing a user to make accurate, repeatable cuts in a workpiece, such as a panel material or sheet of plywood.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 8, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 9, 2011
    Inventor: Ronald Carter
  • Publication number: 20110179933
    Abstract: Disclosed is an automatic flange surface machining apparatus for machining a flange surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 29, 2009
    Publication date: July 28, 2011
    Inventors: Sang Gulk Ahn, Seong Won Lee
  • Publication number: 20110113944
    Abstract: A flange bolt cutter for separating two connected flanges. The flange bolt cutter contains a circular saw blade pivotally connected to an adjustable flange band. The flange band contains an alignment ring for aligning the circular saw blade about the midpoint between two connected flanges. The flange bolt cutter is hydraulically operated. The adjustable flange band may be formed in two band sections hinged together and containing a rotatable bolt and handle for tightening and loosening the band sections around the flange connection.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 5, 2010
    Publication date: May 19, 2011
    Inventors: Shawn Ellis, Benjamin J. Snyder, Rusty Richard
  • Publication number: 20110107576
    Abstract: An apparatus for refurbishing an elevator guide post includes at least one cutting mechanism configured to remove material along a side face of the guide post to expose a new side face. Material can be removed from two side faces of the guide post new side faces on generally opposing sides of the guide post. Replacement boards can be installed onto the new side faces so that desired dimensions of the guide post are formed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 5, 2010
    Publication date: May 12, 2011
    Inventors: Robert Garwood Lamond, Ryan Walter Siggelkow
  • Patent number: 7913395
    Abstract: The invention as presently conceived discloses a plumbing pipe cutter with an integral means of directing away residual water after a pipe is cut. The device comprises a conventional, low profile pipe cutter that is commonly used to cut copper water supply lines. Other cutters designed for polyvinylchloride (PVC) or other types of piping can likewise be adapted. The apparatus is further comprised of a transparent shield around the entire perimeter of the cutter and extending onto either pipe. At one end of the shield, approximately 8-10 inches from the cutter, the transparent material is flexibly gathered and routed to a short section of PVC tubing. The distal end of the tubing has a hose connector onto which a standard hose would be attached. When the apparatus is fully installed, residual water in cut pipes is collected and directed away without harming the surrounding areas.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 26, 2007
    Date of Patent: March 29, 2011
    Inventor: Ryan C. Nigh
  • Publication number: 20110016733
    Abstract: In one embodiment, a tool that is useful for purging pressurized canisters of their contents such as for preparing such canisters for post-processing, e.g., recycling. The tool comprises a tool body and a canister interface with a joint that permits the tool body to rotate about the canister interface. The tool can also comprise a marking implement that is secured to the tool body, and which implement is configured to mark the surface of the canister such as to mark the surface when the canister is depleted of its contents. In one example, the marking implement comprises a marking point shaped and constructed so as to puncture the surface of the canister in a manner that exposes the interior of the canister to the environment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 21, 2010
    Publication date: January 27, 2011
    Inventor: John D. Peretti
  • Patent number: 7856723
    Abstract: A footplate for a power tool for guiding the tool along a guide, the footplate having on its lower surface at least one dual-restriction , wherein the first part of the dual-restriction is for engaging a rail extending in a longitudinal direction of a first guide on the upper surface of said first guide and the second part of the dual-restriction is for engaging a rail extending in a longitudinal direction of a second different guide on the upper surface of said second guide, where the first and second parts of the or each dual-restriction each has a fixed side wall, and where the first and second parts of the or each dual-restriction have an adjustable side wall arranged opposite to a respective fixed side wall.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 11, 2008
    Date of Patent: December 28, 2010
    Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.
    Inventors: Roger Thomas, Scott Keenlyside, Joanne Rogers
  • Patent number: 7823489
    Abstract: A system and/or method for making a pizza pie having an outer cheese portion comprises a cutting tool and/or a cutting guide to enable formation of at least one opening at an outer crust region of a pizza pie to cause an inner cheese portion embedded within the outer crust to flow through the at least one opening, thereby forming the outer cheese portion at the upper surface of the outer crust. A cutting tool of the system comprises a rotatable disc with notches in its cutting surface to enable formation of the at least one opening in the outer crust. A cutting guide of the system comprises a generally disc shaped member with a support surface at its outer edge for supporting and guiding application of a cutting device against an outer crust region of a pizza dough.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 10, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 2, 2010
    Assignee: Pizza Hut, Inc.
    Inventors: Todd W. Craig, Peter G. Graham, Jennifer T. Nguyen
  • Patent number: 7806750
    Abstract: An apparatus and method for cutting a material using a water jet. A central shaft is mounted so as to extend outward from a material to be cut. A support member is mounted on the central shaft so as to extend transversely therefrom. At least one water jet cutting head is mounted on the support member so as to be translatable therealong. In addition, the at least one water jet cutting head is mounted so as to be rotatable about the central shaft. By controlling the translatory and rotational motion of the at least one water jet cutting head (for example, using computer numerical control or other computer control), a desired cut pattern can be followed with respect to the material being cut.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 2007
    Date of Patent: October 5, 2010
    Inventor: Jack B. Shaw
  • Patent number: 7784387
    Abstract: A kit for constructing a sawhead comprises a pair of plates adapted to be stacked upon and secured to one another by bolts to form a plate stack. The kit further comprises a pair of elongate guide receivers. Each guide receiver has a longitudinal axis and an interior wall which defines a bore extending through the each guide receiver and through which bore the longitudinal axis extends. The interior wall has a cross-section which is substantially constant along the length of each guide receiver. The guide receivers are adapted to be mounted to the plate stack by bolts at respective operative positions whereat the longitudinal axes are oriented parallel to one another and whereat the guide receivers are spaced from one another in a direction transverse to the axes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 6, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 31, 2010
    Assignee: Norwood Industries Inc.
    Inventors: Peter H. Dale, Luc Belzile
  • Publication number: 20100180745
    Abstract: A guide rail assembly for securement of a tube cutting apparatus for cutting of boiler tube walls to a fixed point on a tube wall, while allowing lateral repositioning of a cutting tool relative to the tube wall. The assembly includes a guide rail having a convex surface along which a carriage having a cutting device may be fixedly positioned by mating friction engagement of a concave surface of pairs of linear guide blocks secured to the carriage with the convex surface of the guide rail.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 19, 2010
    Publication date: July 22, 2010
    Applicant: H&S Tool, Inc.
    Inventor: J. Randall Hall