Swinerton has been granted a patent for an apparatus designed to efficiently install screws. The apparatus includes a cart with wheels, a screw assembly with a screwing device, screw guide tube, and screw feeding tube. A rail with stops maintains the screwing device at a specific height for accuracy. GlobalData’s report on Swinerton gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Efficient platform for installing screws with cart and rail
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11969839B2) discloses an innovative apparatus and assembly designed for efficient screwing operations. The apparatus includes a cart with wheels, a screw assembly with a screwing device, screw guide tube, and screw feeding tube mounted on the cart, and a rail with spaced stops to maintain the screwing device at a specific height. The screw guide tube features a viewing port and screw centering bristles for alignment, while the cart also includes support hooks and bins for added functionality. Additionally, the screw assembly comprises multiple screwing devices with counter drive shaft rotation, a drive handle aligned with the cart's longitudinal axis, and a spacing rod mounting for lateral adjustability.
The assembly described in the patent involves a bracket for coupling to a movable platform, a screwing device with a drive shaft, screw guide tube, and screw feed tube, and a biased return device for resetting the screwing device. Similar to the apparatus, the assembly also utilizes a rail with spaced stops for height maintenance, a viewing port and screw centering bristles in the screw guide tube, and a drive handle aligned with the platform's longitudinal axis. Furthermore, the assembly includes a spacing rod mounting for lateral adjustability, enhancing its versatility and adaptability for various screwing tasks. Overall, the patented apparatus and assembly offer a comprehensive solution for efficient and precise screwing operations, incorporating innovative features to streamline the process and improve productivity in relevant industries.
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