20240035294. JIGGING SYSTEMS FOR FABRICATING TIMBER FRAMES AND APPLYING ATTACHMENTS TO MEMBERS THEREOF simplified abstract (Illinois Tool Works Inc.)

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JIGGING SYSTEMS FOR FABRICATING TIMBER FRAMES AND APPLYING ATTACHMENTS TO MEMBERS THEREOF

Organization Name

Illinois Tool Works Inc.

Inventor(s)

Bernard Joseph Kennelly of New South Wales (AU)

JIGGING SYSTEMS FOR FABRICATING TIMBER FRAMES AND APPLYING ATTACHMENTS TO MEMBERS THEREOF - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240035294 titled 'JIGGING SYSTEMS FOR FABRICATING TIMBER FRAMES AND APPLYING ATTACHMENTS TO MEMBERS THEREOF

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes a jigging system for fabricating a frame with attachments applied to its members. The system includes a support structure to hold the frame members in a plane and at least one jig to hold an attachment aligned to a defined axis. The jig abuts a face of one of the members, allowing for the attachment to be applied to the member.

  • The innovation is a jigging system for efficiently fabricating frames with attachments.
  • The system includes a support structure to hold the frame members in place.
  • At least one jig is used to hold the attachment aligned to a defined axis.
  • The jig abuts a face of one of the members, allowing for easy application of the attachment.

Potential Applications:

  • Manufacturing industry: This jigging system can be used in various manufacturing processes that involve fabricating frames with attachments, such as in automotive or aerospace industries.
  • Construction industry: The system can be utilized in constructing frames for buildings or structures, where attachments need to be accurately applied to the frame members.

Problems Solved:

  • Alignment and positioning: The jigging system ensures precise alignment and positioning of attachments on the frame members, eliminating errors and inconsistencies.
  • Efficiency and productivity: The system streamlines the fabrication process, reducing the time and effort required to apply attachments to the frame members.

Benefits:

  • Accuracy: The jigging system ensures precise alignment and positioning of attachments, resulting in high-quality frames.
  • Time and cost savings: The efficient fabrication process reduces production time and labor costs.
  • Versatility: The system can be adapted for different frame designs and attachment types, providing flexibility in manufacturing processes.


Original Abstract Submitted

a jigging system for fabrication of a frame provided with at least one attachment applied to one or more members thereof, the system comprising: a support structure to support members arranged within a plane to define members of the frame; and at least one jig configured to hold a said attachment aligned to a defined axis that extends in one of orthogonal directions in the plane and is coaxial with a reference axis or is parallel thereto and spaced therefrom a predetermined distance in the other of the orthogonal directions, and to abut a face of one of the members transverse to the plane, whereby the attachment and member are located for application of the attachment to the member.