公开(公告)号：WO2009075683A1

公开(公告)日：2009-06-18

申请号：PCT/US2007/087279

申请日：2007-12-12

Applicant: COOPER BRANDS, INC. ,  CAIN, William, Carlos ,  MANSFIELD, Richard, Marcus

Inventor： CAIN, William, Carlos ,  MANSFIELD, Richard, Marcus

IPC: E21B3/00 ,  E21B17/22 ,  E21B19/16 ,  E21B19/18

CPC classification number: B25F5/00 ,  F01D15/06

Abstract: An improved pneumatic tool design includes pneumatic motor chamber that houses a turbine. An air path directs compressed air into the pneumatic motor chamber. The air path includes an air inlet chamber that at least partially surrounds the pneumatic motor chamber. The air path also includes a motor inlet disposed in one side wall (e.g., the top wall) of the pneumatic motor chamber forward of the rear end plate thereof. The air path further includes at least one exhaust port disposed in an opposite side wall (e.g., the bottom wall) of the pneumatic motor chamber. A high-pressure seal, such as an o-ring, surrounds the pneumatic motor chamber and isolates the motor inlet, which is thus at a rear outer portion of the pneumatic motor chamber, from a forward outer portion of the pneumatic motor chamber.

Abstract translation: 改进的气动工具设计包括容纳涡轮的气动马达室。 空气路径将压缩空气引导到气动马达室中。 空气路径包括至少部分地围绕气动马达室的进气室。 空气路径还包括设置在其后端板前方的气动马达室的一个侧壁（例如，顶壁）中的马达入口。 空气路径还包括设置在气动马达室的相对侧壁（例如，底壁）中的至少一个排气口。 诸如O形环的高压密封件围绕气动马达室，并将马达入口（因此在气动马达室的后部外部部分）与气动马达室的前部外部隔离。

公开(公告)号：WO2008100763A1

公开(公告)日：2008-08-21

申请号：PCT/US2008/053248

申请日：2008-02-07

Applicant: COOPER BRANDS, INC. ,  MCEWAN, Sean, M. ,  CLUFF, Christopher, T. ,  WESTBROOK, Brian, T.

Inventor： MCEWAN, Sean, M. ,  CLUFF, Christopher, T. ,  WESTBROOK, Brian, T.

IPC: G01B3/10

CPC classification number: G01B3/1041 ,  G01B2003/1053

Abstract: A tape measure (10) includes a housing (12)- that includes a frame (14) and a mouthpiece body (40) moveable mounted to the frame. The mouthpiece body includes a tape exit port (52) that is moveable, advantageously rotatably, and may include an external recess (50) aligned with the exit port. A measuring tape (80) is supported by the housing and selectively deployable from the housing via the exit port. The movable exit port may allow the tape to enter the housing along a line that is tangent' to the coil of tape (72) rotatably supported by the housing. This tangency is advantageously maintained as the size of the coil changes due to the amount of tape therein. Other aspects and methods are also disclosed.

Abstract translation: 卷尺（10）包括壳体（12），其包括可移动地安装到框架的框架（14）和接口体（40）。 接口主体包括可移动的，有利地可旋转的带出口（52），并且可以包括与出口对准的外部凹部（50）。 测量带（80）由壳体支撑并且经由出口端口可选择地从壳体展开。 可移动出口可以允许带沿着与由壳体可旋转地支撑的带（72）的线圈相切的线进入壳体。 当线圈的尺寸由于其中的带的数量而改变时，有利地维持该切线。 还公开了其它方面和方法。

公开(公告)号：WO2007067834A3

公开(公告)日：2007-11-15

申请号：PCT/US2006060832

申请日：2006-11-13

Applicant: COOPER BRANDS INC ,  BECKWITH JONATHAN S ,  ANDERSON ALAN D

Inventor： BECKWITH JONATHAN S ,  ANDERSON ALAN D

IPC: B25B13/22

CPC classification number: B25B13/14

Abstract: An adjustable wrench includes: a head having a first fixed jaw; a handle extending away from the head and having a longitudinal axis; a second jaw selectively positionable with respect the first jaw; an adjustment mechanism comprising a rotatable shaft, an actuator, and a gear train operatively coupling the shaft to the second jaw; the shaft having an external spiral groove and disposed at least partially in the handle; the actuator slidable relative to the handle and engaging the groove; first and second flanges spaced from one another; and a retainer disposed between the flanges and engaging the shaft so as to limit movement of the shaft parallel to the handle longitudinal axis in two directions via abutment with the first and second flanges. Such a wrench may have a proof torque of at least the minimum level set forth in ASME B107.8, 2003 revision.

Abstract translation: 可调扳手包括：具有第一固定颚的头部; 远离头部延伸并具有纵向轴线的手柄; 相对于所述第一钳口可选择地定位的第二钳口; 调节机构，其包括可旋转轴，致动器以及将所述轴可操作地联接到所述第二钳夹的齿轮系; 所述轴具有外部螺旋凹槽并且至少部分地设置在所述手柄中; 致动器可相对于手柄滑动并接合凹槽; 第一和第二凸缘彼此间隔开; 以及设置在所述凸缘之间并与所述轴接合的保持器，以通过与所述第一凸缘和所述第二凸缘邻接而限制所述轴平行于所述手柄纵向轴线在两个方向上的移动。 这种扳手的抗扭矩至少可以达到ASME B107.8,2003修订版中规定的最低水平。

公开(公告)号：WO2007067834A2

公开(公告)日：2007-06-14

申请号：PCT/US2006/060832

申请日：2006-11-13

Applicant: COOPER BRANDS, INC. ,  BECKWITH, Jonathan, S. ,  ANDERSON, Alan, D.

Inventor： BECKWITH, Jonathan, S. ,  ANDERSON, Alan, D.

IPC: B25B13/16

CPC classification number: B25B13/14

Abstract: An adjustable wrench includes: a head having a first fixed jaw; a handle extending away from the head and having a longitudinal axis; a second jaw selectively positionable with respect the first jaw; an adjustment mechanism comprising a rotatable shaft, an actuator, and a gear train operatively coupling the shaft to the second jaw; the shaft having an external spiral groove and disposed at least partially in the handle; the actuator slidable relative to the handle and engaging the groove; first and second flanges spaced from one another; and a retainer disposed between the flanges and engaging the shaft so as to limit movement of the shaft parallel to the handle longitudinal axis in two directions via abutment with the first and second flanges. Such a wrench may have a proof torque of at least the minimum level set forth in ASME B107.8, 2003 revision.

Abstract translation: 可调扳手包括：具有第一固定夹爪的头部; 手柄，其远离头部延伸并具有纵向轴线; 相对于所述第一钳口选择性地定位的第二钳口; 调节机构，包括可旋转轴，致动器和可操作地将轴连接到第二钳口的齿轮系; 所述轴具有外部螺旋槽并且至少部分地设置在所述手柄中; 所述致动器相对于所述手柄滑动并与所述凹槽接合; 第一和第二凸缘彼此间隔开; 以及保持器，其设置在所述凸缘之间并且接合所述轴，以便通过与所述第一和第二凸缘邻接来限制所述轴在两个方向上平行于所述手柄纵向轴线的移动。 这样的扳手可以具有至少在ASME B107.8,2003修订版中规定的最小等级的证明扭矩。

公开(公告)号：WO2006130225A2

公开(公告)日：2006-12-07

申请号：PCT/US2006012614

申请日：2006-04-04

Applicant: COOPER BRANDS INC ,  CRITELLI JAMES M ,  BECKWITH JONATHAN S

Inventor： CRITELLI JAMES M ,  BECKWITH JONATHAN S

CPC classification number: G01B3/1005 ,  G01B2003/103 ,  G01B2003/1046 ,  G01B2003/1048

Abstract: A tape measure includes a post with at least first and second arms spaced from one another to form a longitudinal slot having an end aperture for coupling with a tape blade retraction spring. The post distal end anchors to a housing sidewall via a fastener, and a fastener engagement region of the post extends from the aperture to the fastener's terminus. A distinct reinforcing collar is disposed about the post's distal portion and acts to limit movement of the arms away from one another. The collar may overly the post for at least half of the fastener engagement region and/or may abut a shoulder on the post. The fastener may have a first pullout resistance level without the collar present and a second higher pullout resistance level, advantageously double or more, with the collar present. Also, methods of assembly are described.

Abstract translation: 卷尺包括具有彼此间隔开的至少第一和第二臂的柱以形成具有用于与带片缩回弹簧联接的端部孔的纵向狭槽。 后远端通过紧固件锚固到壳体侧壁，并且柱的紧固件接合区域从孔延伸到紧固件的终端。 不同的加强套环设置在柱的远侧部分周围，并且用于限制臂彼此远离移动。 套环可以在紧固件接合区域的至少一半上过柱，和/或可以邻接柱上的肩部。 紧固件可以具有第一拔出阻力水平，而不存在套环，并且具有第二更高的拔出阻力水平，有利地是两倍以上。 此外，描述了组装方法。

公开(公告)号：WO2004068067A1

公开(公告)日：2004-08-12

申请号：PCT/US2003/033208

申请日：2003-10-20

Applicant: COOPER BRANDS, INC.

Inventor： CRITELLI, James ,  BLACKMAN, William

IPC: G01B3/10

CPC classification number: G01B3/1041 ,  G01B2003/1043

Abstract: A tape measure housing has first and second sidewalls and a peripheral wall. A metal post extends between the first and second sidewalls and includes an elongate column portion disposed along an axis and a base portion. The base portion includes a plurality of ribs extending generally normal to the axis. The column portion includes a slot. A fastener extends through the first sidewall and mates to the column portion. The second sidewall includes a boss having a recess configured to accept the ribs such that the material forming the boss interstitially interengages with the ribs. A fastener extends through the second sidewall and mates to the base portion. The anchoring portion of the post may include a non-circular flange extending generally normal to the axis, with the recess being configured to accept the flange.

Abstract translation: 卷尺外壳具有第一和第二侧壁和周壁。 金属柱在第一和第二侧壁之间延伸，并且包括沿轴线和基部设置的细长柱部分。 基部包括大致垂直于轴线延伸的多个肋。 柱部分包括槽。 紧固件延伸穿过第一侧壁并与柱部分配合。 第二侧壁包括具有凹部的凸台，所述凹部被构造成接纳肋，使得形成凸台的材料与肋间隙地相互接合。 紧固件延伸穿过第二侧壁并配合到基部。 柱的锚定部分可以包括大致垂直于轴线延伸的非圆形凸缘，凹部构造成接纳凸缘。

公开(公告)号：WO2004033114A3

公开(公告)日：2004-06-03

申请号：PCT/US0327908

申请日：2003-09-08

Applicant: COOPER BRANDS INC

Inventor： CRITELLI JAMES ,  GILLIAM EDGAR

IPC: C23C24/10 ,  C23C26/02 ,  G01B3/10 ,  C23C24/08 ,  G01B3/00

CPC classification number: C23C26/02 ,  C23C24/10 ,  G01B3/1082 ,  G01B2003/1058

Abstract: A metallic tape blade may be substantially coated with a powder and then passed through an induction unit to heat the powder and form a coating on the blade, with the blade having a concavo-convex cross-section when passing through the induction unit. Alternatively, the metallic tape blade is substantially covered with a powder consisting essentially of nylon having a particle size of 20 µm or less and then passed through an induction unit to heat the blade and form a nylon coating derived from the powder thereon. Alternatively, a nylon coating is applied to the metallic tape blade, with the coating having a thickness of not more than 0.0038 cm and an abrasion resistance according to ASTM D968-81 of at least 30 liters of sand. One or more of these aspects may be combined to form a tape blade having a protective coating thereon.

Abstract translation: 金属带刀片可以基本上涂覆粉末，然后通过感应单元加热粉末并在刀片上形成涂层，刀片在穿过感应单元时具有凹凸的横截面。 或者，金属带刀片基本上被基本上由粒径为20μm以下的尼龙组成的粉末覆盖，然后通过感应单元加热刀片并形成由其上的粉末衍生的尼龙涂层。 或者，将尼龙涂层施加到金属带刀片上，其中涂层的厚度不大于0.0038厘米，并且根据ASTM D968-81的耐磨性为至少30升沙。 这些方面中的一个或多个可以组合以形成其上具有保护涂层的带状刀片。

公开(公告)号：WO2006130225A3

公开(公告)日：2006-12-07

申请号：PCT/US2006/012614

申请日：2006-04-04

Applicant: COOPER BRANDS, INC. ,  CRITELLI, James M. ,  BECKWITH, Jonathan S.

Inventor： CRITELLI, James M. ,  BECKWITH, Jonathan S.

IPC: B65H75/48 ,  G01H3/10

Abstract: A tape measure (10) includes a post with at least first and second arms spaced from one another to form a longitudinal slot having an end aperture for coupling with a tape blade (12) retraction spring. The post distal end anchors to a housing (20) sidewall (32) via a fastener, and a fastener engagement region of the post extends from the aperture to the fastener's terminus. A distinct reinforcing collar is disposed about the post's distal portion and acts to limit movement of the arms away from one another. The collar may overly the post for at least half of the fastener engagement region and/or may abut a shoulder on the post. The fastener may have a first pullout resistance level without the collar present and a second higher pullout resistance level, advantageously double or more, with the collar present.

公开(公告)号：WO2008100762A1

公开(公告)日：2008-08-21

申请号：PCT/US2008/053246

申请日：2008-02-07

Applicant: COOPER BRANDS, INC. ,  MCEWAN, Sean M. ,  CLUFF, Christopher T. ,  WESTBROOK, Brian D.

Inventor： MCEWAN, Sean M. ,  CLUFF, Christopher T. ,  WESTBROOK, Brian D.

IPC: G01B3/10

CPC classification number: G01B3/1056

Abstract: A tape measure (10) includes a housing (12); a measuring tape (80) deployable with respect to the housing between a fully retracted position and a deployed position; the tape having an anchored end (86) and a free end (88); a first coupling portion (90) secured to the tape free end; a plurality of measuring, end fittings (110, 210, 310), each of the end fittings comprising a second coupling portion (78); the first and second coupling portions interockingly engageable to selectively couple the corresponding end fitting to the tape free end; wherein the first and second coupling portions are interlockingly engageable, and advantageously also disengageable, when the measuring tape free end is in the fully retracted position. Advantageously, each of the end fittings have a measuring abutment surface (130, 230, 330) disposed aligned with a zero point (84) of the tape's measuring scale when the corresponding end fitting is coupled to the measuring tape.

Abstract translation: 卷尺（10）包括壳体（12）; 相对于所述壳体在完全缩回位置和展开位置之间展开的卷尺（80）; 所述带具有锚定端（86）和自由端（88）; 固定到带自由端的第一联接部分（90）; 多个测量端部配件（110,210,310），每个端部配件包括第二联接部分（78）; 所述第一和第二联接部分互相插接以便将相应的端部配件选择性地联接到带自由端; 其中当所述卷带自由端处于完全缩回位置时，所述第一和第二联接部分可互锁地接合并且有利地也可脱开。 有利地，当相应的端部配件联接到卷尺上时，每个端部配件具有与带的测量刻度板的零点（84）对准设置的测量邻接表面（130,230,330）。

公开(公告)号：WO2006113060A2

公开(公告)日：2006-10-26

申请号：PCT/US2006/011151

申请日：2006-03-27

Applicant: COOPER BRANDS, INC. ,  BLACKMAN, William, C. ,  CLUFF, Christopher, T.

Inventor： BLACKMAN, William, C. ,  CLUFF, Christopher, T.

IPC: G01B3/10

CPC classification number: G01B3/1071 ,  A45F5/02 ,  A45F5/021 ,  G01B2003/1048 ,  G01B2003/1074 ,  Y10T24/1391

Abstract: A tape measure includes a novel mounting clip assembly having a distinct lever arm coupled to a base plate for movement about a pivot axis between a closed position and an open position. The lever arm has a first spring-receiving bay on a side generally facing the base plate and disposed rearward of the pivot axis. The base plate has a first fastener-receiving hole therein forward of the pivot axis, a second spring-receiving bay on a side generally facing the lever arm. A spring biases the lever arm to assume the closed position and extends from the first bay to the second bay. A centerline of a mounting hole in the base plate extends through a second hole in the lever arm when the lever arm is in the closed position. A top of a securing fastener is accessible via the second hole. Also, methods of assembly are described.

Abstract translation: 卷尺包括新颖的安装夹组件，其具有联接到基板的独特的杠杆臂，用于围绕关闭位置和打开位置之间的枢转轴线运动。 杠杆臂在大致面向基板并设置在枢转轴线的后方的第一弹簧容纳槽。 基板在枢转轴线的前方具有第一紧固件接收孔，第二弹簧容纳槽在大致面向杠杆臂的一侧上。 弹簧偏压杠杆臂以处于关闭位置并且从第一托架延伸到第二托架。 当杠杆臂处于关闭位置时，基板中的安装孔的中心线延伸穿过杠杆臂中的第二孔。 固定紧固件的顶部可通过第二孔接近。 此外，描述了组装方法。