US4047710A
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Framing form and clamp
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1976-12-07
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Granted: 1977-09-13
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Expires: 1996-12-07
Abstract
Abstract A framing form and clamp includes a support or base having a plurality of guideways for mounting framing blocks. A belt cooperating with a ratchet assembly surrounds the blocks. In forming and clamping a frame, frame molding strips are associated with the appropriate framing blocks of the framing form and clamp, the size and number of the strips depending upon the dimension and shape of the desired frame. The belt is tightly wound around the framing blocks to secure the strips while the corners of the adjacent strips are permanently connected to form the frame.
Inventors
- 👤 John Wilson
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-31 21:14
CPC Classifications
B; B25; B25B; B25B1/00; B25B1/20; B25B1/205
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 21
Claim 1
Independent Claim
77 words
A framing form and clamp, comprising: a base; a plurality of guideways in said base; framing means slidably mounted to said guideways; bracket means having a first end slidably mounted to at least one of said guideways and a second end connected to one of said framing means for positioning said one of said framing means between said guideways; and means for tightly securing said framing means around frame molding strips to clamp and form a frame.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
77 words
A framing form and clamp, comprising: a base; a plurality of guideways in said base; framing means slidably mounted to said guideways; bracket means having a first end slidably mounted to at least one of said guideways and a second end connected to one of said framing means for positioning said one of said framing means between said guideways; and means for tightly securing said framing means around frame molding strips to clamp and form a frame.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
35 words
The framing form and clamp of claim 1 wherein said slidably mounted framing means includes blocks having bores extending the length of said blocks, and attaching means for slidably mounting said blocks in said guideways.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
15 words
The framing form and clamp of claim 2 wherein said bracket means comprises a Z-bracket.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
41 words
The framing form and clamp of claim 2 wherein said attaching means includes an elongated threaded member and a slidable support in said guideway wherein said member is inserted through a bore of said block and threadedly received in said support.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
42 words
The framing form and clamp of claim 1 wherein said means for tightly securing said slidably mounted framing means around frame molding strips includes a belt surrounding said blocks and means connected to said belt for tightening said belt around said blocks.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
15 words
The framing form and clamp of claim 5 wherein said belt is a web belt.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
16 words
The framing form and clamp of claim 5 wherein said tightening means is a ratchet assembly.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
75 words
A framing form and clamp, comprising: a baseboard; a plurality of channels in said baseboard; blocks slidably mounted to said channels; a bracket having a first end slidably mounted to at least one of said channels and a second end connected to one of said blocks for positioning said one of said blocks between said channels; and means for tightly securing said slidably mounted blocks around frame molding strips to clamp and form a frame.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
75 words
A framing form and clamp, comprising: a baseboard; a plurality of channels in said baseboard; blocks slidably mounted to said channels; a bracket having a first end slidably mounted to at least one of said channels and a second end connected to one of said blocks for positioning said one of said blocks between said channels; and means for tightly securing said slidably mounted blocks around frame molding strips to clamp and form a frame.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
43 words
The framing form and clamp of claim 8 wherein said means for tightly securing said slidably mounted blocks around frame molding strips includes a belt surrounding said blocks and a ratchet assembly connected to said belt for tightening said belt around said blocks.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
15 words
The framing form and clamp of claim 9 wherein said belt is a web belt.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
14 words
A framing form and clamp of claim 8 wherein said bracket comprises a Z-bracket.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
6 words
A framing form and clamp, comprising:
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
6 words
A framing form and clamp, comprising:
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
64 words
a baseboard; a plurality of channels in said baseboard; blocks having bores extending the length of said blocks; a bracket for slidably mounting at least one of said blocks in said channels; attaching means for slidably mounting other of said blocks in said channels; a belt surrounding said blocks; and a ratchet assembly connected to said belt for tightening said belt around said blocks.
Claim 17
Dependent Claim
64 words
a baseboard; a plurality of channels in said baseboard; blocks having bores extending the length of said blocks; a bracket for slidably mounting at least one of said blocks in said channels; attaching means for slidably mounting other of said blocks in said channels; a belt surrounding said blocks; and a ratchet assembly connected to said belt for tightening said belt around said blocks.
Claim 18
Dependent Claim
41 words
The framing form and claim of claim 12 wherein said attaching means includes an elongated threaded member and a slidable support in said channel wherein said member is inserted through the bores of said block and threadedly received in said support.
Claim 19
Dependent Claim
20 words
The framing form and clamp of claim 12 wherein said baseboard is a particle board with a mar resistant surface.
Claim 20
Dependent Claim
15 words
The framing form and clamp of claim 12 wherein said belt is a web belt.
Claim 21
Dependent Claim
15 words
The framing form and clamp of claim 12 wherein said blocks are three-quarter cylindrical blocks.
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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) | 1980-09-12 | 1981-03-14 | 1981-09-13 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1984-09-12 | 1985-03-14 | 1985-09-13 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1988-09-12 | 1989-03-14 | 1989-09-13 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |