公开(公告)号：US09194523B2

公开(公告)日：2015-11-24

申请号：US13541741

申请日：2012-07-04

Applicant: Brian T. Ignaczak ,  Alex Y. Chen ,  Milan Ljuljdurovic

Inventor： Brian T. Ignaczak ,  Alex Y. Chen ,  Milan Ljuljdurovic

IPC: F16L37/20 ,  F16B2/08 ,  F16L23/10 ,  F01N13/18

CPC classification number: F16L37/20 ,  F01N13/1838 ,  F16B2/08 ,  F16L23/10 ,  Y10T24/1424

Abstract: A v-band clamp having a band extending circumferentially from a first end to a second end, a latch assembly located at the first and second ends of the band, and a plurality of v-insert segments located radially underneath the band when the v-band clamp is tightened on a pair of tubular body end flanges. The latch assembly includes a fastener used to tighten the v-band clamp and the plurality of v-insert segments include a first v-insert segment attached to the band and a second v-insert, wherein, when the v-band clamp is tightened on the pair of end flanges, the band moves circumferentially independently relative to the second v-insert segment.

Abstract translation: 具有从第一端到第二端周向延伸的带的V形带夹具，位于带的第一和第二端处的闩锁组件以及位于带的下方径向下方的多个V形插入段， 带夹在一对管状端部法兰上被拧紧。 闩锁组件包括用于紧固V形带夹具的紧固件，并且多个V形插入段包括附接到带的第一V形插入片段和第二V型插入件，其中，当V形带夹紧器被紧固时 在所述一对端部凸缘上，所述带相对于所述第二V形插入段沿周向独立地移动。

公开(公告)号：US20130174384A1

公开(公告)日：2013-07-11

申请号：US13541741

申请日：2012-07-04

Applicant: Brian T. Ignaczak ,  Alex Y. Chen

Inventor： Brian T. Ignaczak ,  Alex Y. Chen

IPC: F16L37/20 ,  F16B2/08

CPC classification number: F16L37/20 ,  F01N13/1838 ,  F16B2/08 ,  F16L23/10 ,  Y10T24/1424

Abstract: A v-band clamp having a band extending circumferentially from a first end to a second end, a latch assembly located at the first and second ends of the band, and a plurality of v-insert segments located radially underneath the band when the v-band clamp is tightened on a pair of tubular body end flanges. The latch assembly includes a fastener used to tighten the v-band clamp and the plurality of v-insert segments include a first v-insert segment attached to the band and a second v-insert, wherein, when the v-band clamp is tightened on the pair of end flanges, the band moves circumferentially independently relative to the second v-insert segment.

Abstract translation: 具有从第一端到第二端周向延伸的带的V形带夹具，位于带的第一和第二端处的闩锁组件以及位于带的下方径向下方的多个V形插入段， 带夹在一对管状端部法兰上被拧紧。 闩锁组件包括用于紧固V形带夹具的紧固件，并且多个V形插入段包括附接到带的第一V形插入片段和第二V型插入件，其中，当V形带夹紧器被紧固时 在所述一对端部凸缘上，所述带相对于所述第二V形插入段沿周向独立地移动。

公开(公告)号：US20110018263A1

公开(公告)日：2011-01-27

申请号：US12843236

申请日：2010-07-26

Applicant: Brian T. Ignaczak ,  David Leo Wyatt

Inventor： Brian T. Ignaczak ,  David Leo Wyatt

IPC: F16L21/02 ,  F16L25/00

CPC classification number: F16L21/065 ,  F01N13/1805 ,  F01N13/1827 ,  F01N13/1855 ,  F01N2470/24

Abstract: A band clamp used for forming a pipe lap joint. The band clamp includes a band, tightening mechanism, and gasket. The band extends circumferentially from a first end to a second end and is sized to fit over an outside pipe end. The tightening mechanism is connected to the band at the first and second end. The tightening mechanism includes at least one fastener to bring the first and second ends toward each other to tighten the band over the outside pipe end. The gasket is constructed to fit over an inside pipe end and within the outside pipe end such that the gasket is at least partially sandwiched between said inside and outside pipe ends. The gasket has an embossment extending radially outwardly from an outer surface of the gasket and being constructed to be received at least partly within a slot of the outside pipe end.

Abstract translation: 用于形成管搭接头的带夹。 带夹包括带，紧固机构和垫圈。 带从第一端周向延伸到第二端，并且其尺寸适于配合在外管端。 紧固机构在第一和第二端连接到带。 紧固机构包括至少一个紧固件，以将第一和第二端朝向彼此以将带束紧在外管端上。 衬垫构造成配合在内管端部和外管端部内，使得衬垫至少部分夹在所述内管端和外管端之间。 垫圈具有从垫圈的外表面径向向外延伸的凸起，并被构造成至少部分地容纳在外管端的槽内。

公开(公告)号：US20100186199A1

公开(公告)日：2010-07-29

申请号：US12695755

申请日：2010-01-28

Applicant: Brian T. Ignaczak

Inventor： Brian T. Ignaczak

IPC: B65D63/00

CPC classification number: F16L33/08 ,  Y10T24/1427 ,  Y10T24/1431

Abstract: An expandable clamp includes a band and a worm gear mechanism. The band makes an imaginary circumference and has a number of slots spaced apart from one another along the imaginary circumference. The worm gear mechanism is connected to the band and operates to radially expand and contract the imaginary circumference of the band. The worm gear mechanism includes a worm gear that has a threaded shank that engages the slots when the worm gear is rotated which causes the radial expansion and contraction of the imaginary circumference.

Abstract translation: 可扩展夹具包括带和蜗轮机构。 该带形成一个假想的圆周并且具有沿着假想圆周彼此间隔开的多个槽。 蜗轮机构连接到带子并且操作以使带的假想圆周径向展开和收缩。 蜗轮机构包括蜗轮，当蜗轮旋转时，蜗轮具有与槽接合的螺纹杆，这导致假想圆周的径向膨胀和收缩。

公开(公告)号：US20090079189A1

公开(公告)日：2009-03-26

申请号：US12325701

申请日：2008-12-01

Applicant: Scott T. Cassel ,  Michael E. Amedure ,  Brian T. Ignaczak

Inventor： Scott T. Cassel ,  Michael E. Amedure ,  Brian T. Ignaczak

IPC: F16L25/00

CPC classification number: F16L21/065 ,  F01N13/1805 ,  F01N2450/18 ,  F01N2450/24 ,  F16L21/005 ,  Y10T24/1441 ,  Y10T24/1451

Abstract: A pipe clamp that enables two pipes to be loosely connected together in a desired axially-aligned and rotationally-aligned configuration prior to tightening of the clamp. The pipe clamp includes a band having a first end and a second end, and a tightening mechanism connected to the band for drawing the ends of the band together. The pipe clamp further includes a latch having a base portion attached to the band and a clip portion that snaps over a button welded to the pipe to temporarily hold the clamp in place on the pipe.

Abstract translation: 一种管夹，其能够在紧固夹具之前使两个管道以期望的轴向对准和旋转对准的构型松散地连接在一起。 管夹包括具有第一端和第二端的带，以及连接到带的紧固机构，用于将带的端部拉到一起。 管夹还包括具有附接到带的基部的闩锁和夹在焊接到管上的按钮上的夹子部分，以将夹具暂时保持在管上的适当位置。

公开(公告)号：US07490871B2

公开(公告)日：2009-02-17

申请号：US10906645

申请日：2005-02-28

Applicant: Aleksandar Avram ,  Brian T. Ignaczak

Inventor： Aleksandar Avram ,  Brian T. Ignaczak

IPC: F16L25/00

CPC classification number: F16L21/065 ,  F01N13/1805 ,  F16L33/04

Abstract: A pipe clamp for connecting two pipe ends together. The pipe clamp includes a clamp component in the form of an open band of metal extending from a first flange to a second flange. A sleeve is located within the band, and the pipe clamp includes a tightening mechanism for drawing the two flanges together to tighten the clamp. The clamp and sleeve components each have first and second openings that are aligned with the openings in the other component. These openings are sized to receive a button located on the outer surface of each of the pipe ends to thereby allow the clamp to be loosely attached to the pipe ends prior to tightening of the clamp.

Abstract translation: 用于将两个管端连接在一起的管夹。 管夹包括从第一凸缘延伸到第二凸缘的开放金属带形式的夹紧部件。 套管位于带内，管夹包括用于将两个凸缘拉到一起以紧固夹具的紧固机构。 夹具和套筒部件各自具有与另一部件中的开口对准的第一和第二开口。 这些开口的尺寸设置成接收位于每个管端的外表面上的按钮，从而允许夹具在紧固夹具之前松动地附接到管端。

公开(公告)号：US07249790B2

公开(公告)日：2007-07-31

申请号：US10907697

申请日：2005-04-12

Applicant: Michael R. Potts ,  Brian T. Ignaczak ,  Michael E. Amedure

Inventor： Michael R. Potts ,  Brian T. Ignaczak ,  Michael E. Amedure

IPC: F16L25/00

CPC classification number: F16L21/065 ,  F01N13/1805 ,  F01N2450/00 ,  F16L21/005

Abstract: A band clamp used to connect tubular bodies such as vehicle exhaust system components. The band clamp has a band extending from a first end to a second end and includes a pair of spaced ribs extending at least part way between the first and second ends. A tightening mechanism is connected to the band and includes two clamp members movable toward and away from each other for tightening and loosening of the band. The band clamp further includes a gasket located on an inner surface of the band between the ribs and extending between the first and second ends. The use of the ribs with the interposed gasket provides a mechanical interlock of the band clamp with the tubular bodies while providing a hermetic seal at the junction between the two bodies.

Abstract translation: 用于连接诸如车辆排气系统部件的管状体的带夹。 带夹具具有从第一端延伸到第二端的带，并且包括在第一端和第二端之间至少部分延伸的一对隔开的肋。 紧固机构连接到带，并且包括可相对于彼此移动并远离的两个夹紧构件，用于紧固和松开带。 带夹还包括位于肋之间的带的内表面上并在第一和第二端之间延伸的垫圈。 使用具有插入垫圈的肋提供带夹与管状体的机械互锁，同时在两个体之间的连接处提供气密密封。

公开(公告)号：US07231694B2

公开(公告)日：2007-06-19

申请号：US11285704

申请日：2005-11-21

Applicant: Brian T Ignaczak ,  Michael E Amedure

Inventor： Brian T Ignaczak ,  Michael E Amedure

IPC: F16L33/04

CPC classification number: F16L21/065 ,  F01N13/1805 ,  F01N13/1855 ,  F16B35/048 ,  F16L33/04 ,  Y10T24/1441 ,  Y10T24/1451 ,  Y10T24/1455

Abstract: A band clamp having a band and a nut and bolt fastener. The band includes radially-extending opposed flanges each having an aperture for receiving the bolt. The bolt has a shank that includes a neck, a threaded body for receiving the nut, and a tapered transition from the neck to the threaded body. In one embodiment, the tapered transition extends only partially around the shank such that a portion of the neck has a common surface with the body. During tightening, the radially inward facing surface of the aperture in the flange can engage the threaded body and slide along the threaded body across the common surface and onto the neck without having to traverse and ride up over the tapered transition. In another embodiment, the nut has an angled shoulder that engages the tapered transition when the nut is tightened to the desired axial position on the bolt.

Abstract translation: 带箍，带有带和螺母和螺栓紧固件。 带包括径向延伸的相对的凸缘，每个凸缘具有用于接收螺栓的孔。 螺栓具有柄部，其包括颈部，用于接收螺母的螺纹体以及从颈部到螺纹体的锥形过渡。 在一个实施例中，锥形过渡仅部分地围绕柄部延伸，使得颈部的一部分与主体具有共同的表面。 在紧固期间，凸缘中的孔的径向向内的表面可以接合螺纹体并且沿着螺纹体滑过共同的表面并且在颈部上滑动，而不必横过并且越过锥形过渡。 在另一个实施例中，当螺母拧紧到螺栓上的期望的轴向位置时，螺母具有与锥形过渡部接合的成角度的肩部。

公开(公告)号：US09103476B2

公开(公告)日：2015-08-11

申请号：US13010263

申请日：2011-01-20

Applicant: Brian T. Geese ,  Brian T. Ignaczak

Inventor： Brian T. Geese ,  Brian T. Ignaczak

IPC: F16L21/06 ,  F01N13/18

CPC classification number: F16L21/065 ,  F01N13/1805 ,  F01N13/1855

Abstract: A pipe clamp that includes a band having an inner surface defining a first channel segment located inwardly of first and second axial ends of the band, a tightening mechanism for drawing first and second circumferential ends of the band toward each other to tighten the band, and a bridge abutting the inner surface and circumferentially spanning a break in the first channel segment that is located at the tightening mechanism, The bridge has a second channel segment aligned with the first channel segment such that the first and second channel segments together define a substantially continuous circular channel located at an interior portion of the clamp. The pipe clamp further includes a gasket seated at least partially within the channel. The bridge can be attached to a reaction block used in the tightening mechanism to maintain proper position during tightening of the band.

Abstract translation: 一种管夹，包括具有内表面的带，该内表面限定位于带的第一和第二轴向端内侧的第一通道段，用于将带的第一和第二周向端部彼此拉紧以收紧带的紧固机构，以及 桥接件，其邻接内表面并周向跨越位于紧固机构处的第一通道段中的断裂。桥具有与第一通道段对准的第二通道段，使得第一和第二通道段一起限定基本上连续的 位于夹具内部的圆形通道。 管夹还包括至少部分地位于通道内的垫圈。 桥可以连接到在紧固机构中使用的反作用块，以在紧固带期间保持适当的位置。

公开(公告)号：US08210575B2

公开(公告)日：2012-07-03

申请号：US12843236

申请日：2010-07-26

Applicant: Brian T. Ignaczak ,  David Leo Wyatt, Jr.

Inventor： Brian T. Ignaczak ,  David Leo Wyatt, Jr.

IPC: F16L17/00

CPC classification number: F16L21/065 ,  F01N13/1805 ,  F01N13/1827 ,  F01N13/1855 ,  F01N2470/24

Abstract: A band clamp used for forming a pipe lap joint. The band clamp includes a band, tightening mechanism, and gasket. The band extends circumferentially from a first end to a second end and is sized to fit over an outside pipe end. The tightening mechanism is connected to the band at the first and second end. The tightening mechanism includes at least one fastener to bring the first and second ends toward each other to tighten the band over the outside pipe end. The gasket is constructed to fit over an inside pipe end and within the outside pipe end such that the gasket is at least partially sandwiched between said inside and outside pipe ends. The gasket has an embossment extending radially outwardly from an outer surface of the gasket and being constructed to be received at least partly within a slot of the outside pipe end.

Abstract translation: 用于形成管搭接头的带夹。 带夹包括带，紧固机构和垫圈。 带从第一端周向延伸到第二端，并且其尺寸适于配合在外管端。 紧固机构在第一和第二端连接到带。 紧固机构包括至少一个紧固件，以将第一和第二端朝向彼此以将带束紧在外管端上。 衬垫构造成配合在内管端部和外管端部内，使得衬垫至少部分夹在所述内管端和外管端之间。 垫圈具有从垫圈的外表面径向向外延伸的凸起，并被构造成至少部分地容纳在外管端的槽内。