Thread clamping device and methods of use
CA 2588045 C · Owner: Smith, Ronald · Inventors: Smith, Ronald
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The present invention relates to a thread clamping device (10) including a plurality of movable nut segments (16A-16D) around a threaded rod (11) and , spring members (18,20) flexibly holding the segments against the rod. The thread clamping device (10) has a structure adapted to accommodate substantially planar outer surfaces of the segments engaging planar surfaces of the end housing (12) of the device, leading to a more robust device and improved performance. Such a thread clamping device can advantageously be used as a component of a self-adjusting shrinkage compensation device a coupler , for threaded rods, hold-downs among other uses. Various embodiments of the thread clamping …
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- Filed November 18, 2005 and granted August 27, 2013. A Canadian patent filed from October 1, 1989 lasts 20 years from filing, so its term ended November 18, 2025.
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