American Woodmark has patented a jig for assembling cabinets, featuring a clamp assembly with adjustable angles and a conveyor system. The jig can transition between different configurations to accommodate various stages of assembly, providing support for different portions of the furniture unit. GlobalData’s report on American Woodmark gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on American Woodmark, American Woodmark's grant share as of March 2024 was 70%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Jig for assembling furniture units with adjustable clamp assembly
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11897089B2) describes a jig designed for assembling furniture units. The jig consists of a base with interconnected supports, a clamp assembly with front and side support plates, actuators for movement, and a conveyor system mounted on rails. The jig can transition between three configurations, adjusting the angles of the front support plate and the position of the conveyor system. The movement of the support plates and side support plates is facilitated by a joint axis extending through the joint when transitioning between configurations.
The patent also includes additional claims related to the configuration of the base, the orientation of the support plates, and the adjustability of the distance between the side support plates. The jig is designed to provide support for different portions of the furniture unit during assembly, with the ability to move the front and side support plates towards or away from each other. The patent highlights the versatility of the jig in accommodating various furniture unit sizes and shapes, with the ability to adjust angles and distances between support surfaces for optimal assembly.
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