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Method of mounting heat exchanger support system
Assignee: Garrett Corp
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Filing: 1980-12-29
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Granted: 1983-03-22
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Expires: 2000-12-29
Abstract
Abstract Arrangements for supporting a heat exchanger core within a steel frame structure by a hanger system utilizing flexible members pivotably coupled to overhead support beams. Balancing beams are employed to equalize the load transmitted through the system to the support beams. These support systems permit the heat exchanger core to expand in all directions from thermal growth without restraint relative to the frame structure, thereby minimizing thermal fatigue.
Inventors
- 👤 John F. Masai
- 👤 Fred W. Jacobsen
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-30 10:15
CPC Classifications
B; B23; B23P; B23P15/00; B23P15/26; F; F28; F28D; F28D9/00; F28F; F28F9/00; F28F9/007; F28F9/0075; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T29/00; Y10T29/49; Y10T29/49826; Y10T29/4984; Y10T29/49904; Y10T29/49947; Y10T29/49959; Y10T29/49963
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
60 words
A method of mounting two adjacent sets of flexible suspension links, each including a plurality of U-bolts, comprising: mounting the two sets of links between a suspension member and a structure to be supported thereby so that the U-bolts of one set are respectively orthogonally aligned with the U-bolts of the other set to prevent interference between the two sets.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
60 words
A method of mounting two adjacent sets of flexible suspension links, each including a plurality of U-bolts, comprising: mounting the two sets of links between a suspension member and a structure to be supported thereby so that the U-bolts of one set are respectively orthogonally aligned with the U-bolts of the other set to prevent interference between the two sets.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
46 words
The method of claim 1 further comprising selecting U-bolts of different lengths for links in the two sets and mounting a U-bolt of a shorter length in one set adjacent a U-bolt of a longer length in the other set to prevent interference between adjacent U-bolts.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
34 words
The method of claim 1 further including the step of inserting a suspension strap member, provided with an aperture for receiving a U-bolt, in said one set to constitute one of the links thereof.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
24 words
The method of claim 1 further including the step of orienting two adjacent U-bolts of one set in inverted juxtaposition relative to each other.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
40 words
The method of claim 1 or claim 4 further including the step of providing each of the U-bolts in said one set with a cross member removably affixed thereon in position for coupling to an adjacent link in the set.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
34 words
The method of claim 5 further including the step of including a suspension rod affixed to and extending between the cross members of a pair of opposed adjacent U-bolts in one set of links.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
40 words
The method of claim 2 or claim 4 further including the step of coupling suspension rods between adjacent pairs of oppositely juxtaposed U-bolts, the rods being provided of different lengths to compensate for the differences in lengths of the U-bolts.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
57 words
The method of claim 1 further including the step of connecting the two sets of suspension links to a common suspension member by means of a U-bolt in one set and a flat suspension plate in the other set, which suspension plate is provided with an aperture for linking to an adjacent U-bolt in that other set.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
39 words
The method of claim 1 further including the step of connecting the two adjacent sets of links in a common support arrangement extending in parallel with each other between said suspension member and said structure to be supported thereby.
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