US3627151A
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Bar bundling cradle
Assignee: United States Steel Corp
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Filing: 1969-11-10
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Granted: 1971-12-14
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Expires: 1989-11-10
Abstract
Abstract A bundling cradle for bars includes a plurality of longitudinally spaced-apart assemblies. Each assembly has two spaced-apart upwardly extending arms with a vertical post between the arms. A chain extends between one arm and the post with a chain-supporting sprocket attached to either the arm or post. The position of the post with respect to the arms is adjustable so that the catenary of the chain may be varied to vary the size of the bundle. After the desired number of bars are accumulated they are banded in position and then removed.
Inventors
- 👤 Donald M Campbell
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 08:13
CPC Classifications
B; B65; B65B; B65B27/00; B65B27/10; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S414/00; Y10S414/10; Y10S414/102; Y10S414/114
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 12
Claim 1
Independent Claim
156 words
A bundling cradle for barlike objects comprising a plurality of assemblies spaced-apart longitudinally of said cradle; each of said assemblies including a generally vertical post, a first upwardly extending arm along one longitudinal side of said cradle, a second upwardly extending arm along the other longitudinal side of said cradle, said post being located between said arms, a flexible member arranged in a loop between said first arm and said post, a brace arm having one end pivotally connected to said post adjacent the top thereof, a plurality of transversely spaced-apart sockets for receiving the bottom of said post, said brace arm having a plurality of openings therethrough spaced-apart transversely in the same manner as said sockets, and a pin extending from said second arm adapted to be selectively received in one of said openings to connect said brace arm to said second arm; and means connecting said assemblies together with their posts in longitudinal alignment.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
156 words
A bundling cradle for barlike objects comprising a plurality of assemblies spaced-apart longitudinally of said cradle; each of said assemblies including a generally vertical post, a first upwardly extending arm along one longitudinal side of said cradle, a second upwardly extending arm along the other longitudinal side of said cradle, said post being located between said arms, a flexible member arranged in a loop between said first arm and said post, a brace arm having one end pivotally connected to said post adjacent the top thereof, a plurality of transversely spaced-apart sockets for receiving the bottom of said post, said brace arm having a plurality of openings therethrough spaced-apart transversely in the same manner as said sockets, and a pin extending from said second arm adapted to be selectively received in one of said openings to connect said brace arm to said second arm; and means connecting said assemblies together with their posts in longitudinal alignment.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
20 words
A bundling cradle according to claim 1, in which said post has a bifurcated upper end for receiving said handle.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
49 words
A bundling cradle according to claim 2 including a sprocket received in said bifurcated upper end with its axis horizontal; and a pin removably supported by said bifurcated upper end adjacent said sprocket to prevent movement thereof; and in which said flexible member is a chain engaging said sprocket.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
36 words
A bundling cradle according to claim 3 including a generally U-shaped plate member having a bottom base connecting said first and second arms, and a plate secured to said bottom base with said sockets formed therein.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
36 words
A bundling cradle according to claim 1 including a generally U-shaped plate member having a bottom base connecting said first and second arms, and a plate secured to said bottom base with said sockets formed therein.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
14 words
A bundling cradle according to claim 5 including load cells for supporting said assemblies.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
23 words
A bundling cradle according to claim 6 including a conveyor for feeding said objects to said cradle over said first upwardly extending arm.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
171 words
A bundling cradle for elongated barlike objects comprising a plurality of assemblies spaced-apart longitudinally of said cradle; each of said assemblies including a generally vertical post, a first upwardly extending arm long one longitudinal side of said cradle, a second upwardly extending arm along the other longitudinal side of said cradle, said post being located between said arms, a flexible member arranged in a loop between said first arm and said post for receiving said objects, means for adjusting the length of said flexible member between said first arm and said post, means for locking the flexible member in adjusted length position, means for adjusting the position of said post transversely with respect to said arms to vary the cantenary of said flexible member, a brace arm, means connecting one end of said brace arm to the top of said post, and means adjustably connecting the other end of said brace arm to said second arm; and means connecting said assemblies together with their posts and flexible members in longitudinal alignment.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
171 words
A bundling cradle for elongated barlike objects comprising a plurality of assemblies spaced-apart longitudinally of said cradle; each of said assemblies including a generally vertical post, a first upwardly extending arm long one longitudinal side of said cradle, a second upwardly extending arm along the other longitudinal side of said cradle, said post being located between said arms, a flexible member arranged in a loop between said first arm and said post for receiving said objects, means for adjusting the length of said flexible member between said first arm and said post, means for locking the flexible member in adjusted length position, means for adjusting the position of said post transversely with respect to said arms to vary the cantenary of said flexible member, a brace arm, means connecting one end of said brace arm to the top of said post, and means adjustably connecting the other end of said brace arm to said second arm; and means connecting said assemblies together with their posts and flexible members in longitudinal alignment.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
44 words
A bundling cradle according to claim 8 in which said means for adjusting the length of said flexible member includes a sprocket supported on one of said post and first arm with its axis horizontal, said flexible member being a chain engaging said sprocket.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
23 words
A bundling cradle according to claim 8 including a conveyor for feeding said objects to said cradle over said first upwardly extending arm.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-12-13 | 1975-06-14 | 1975-12-14 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-12-13 | 1979-06-14 | 1979-12-14 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-12-13 | 1983-06-14 | 1983-12-14 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |