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Class 470
THREADED, HEADED FASTENER, OR WASHER MAKING: PROCESS AND
APPARATUS
Class Definition:
This class provides for processes, machines, devices, and
implements which are either:
(a) specialized and limited for manufacturing bolts, rivets,
nails, screws, nuts and washers including the formation of
internal and external screw-threads, or
(b) capable of manufacturing bolts, rivets, nails, screws,
nuts and washers by an operation other than cutting by use of
a rotating axially moving tool; or
(c) capable of manufacturing rivets, nails, screws, nuts and
washers which may include a step of cutting by use of a
rotating axially moving but also includes a step of
materially treating bolts, rivets, nails, screws, nuts and
washers.
LINES WITH OTHER CLASSES AND WITHIN THIS CLASS
Class 470 provides for the specialized manufacture or other
operations of manufacturing of articles of its class. However
other classes provide for similar manufacturing operations,
machines, etc. See References to Other Classes, below.
REFERENCES TO OTHER CLASSES
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
29, Metal Working, for machines capable of manufacturing
machine screws but additionally capable of forming other
similar parts or articles such as binding posts, spoke
nipples, etc., particularly subclasses 33+.
72, Metal Deforming, for machines and processes for forming
articles of this class but wherein the forming operation is
limited only to a metal deforming operation. A machine,
process, etc., having a deforming step of an article of Class
470 and another operation on the article is properly
classifiable in Class 470. See Classes of Article Making and
the search note to Class 470 in the Class Definition of Class
72.
82, Turning, for machines and processes limited to thread
cutting operations in which the operation is limited to the
Class 82 operation particularly subclasses 110+, and without
any other operation associated with bolt or screw formation.
See the note relating to Class 470 in the Search Class notes
of the Class Definitions of Class 82.
83, Cutting, for machines and processes for manufacturing
nuts and washers by cold-punching or shearing operations in
which the operation is limited to a Class 83 operations and
without any other operation associated with nut or washer
formation. See the Class 83 Class Definitions.
408, Cutting by Use of Rotating Axially Moving Tool,
machines, process, etc. for drilling, screwing threading, or
machining of a screw, bolt or nut wherein the machine,
process, etc. is of general utility capable of performing
operations on articles other than those of Class 470 in
Search Class Notes of the Class Definitions of Class 408.
409, Gear Cutting, Milling, or Planing, for machines or
processes for milling a thread, particularly subclasses 65+,
in which the operation is limited to Class 409 operations and
without any other operation associated with bolt or screw
formation or in which the machine or process is of general
utility capable of performing milling operations on articles
other than those of Class 470.
451, Abrading, for a machine or process limited to thread
forming operations by grinding, particularly subclass 48. If
machine or process provides for operations for forming
articles of this class in addition to a grinding operation,
the patent disclosing same is properly classified in Class
470.
100, Presses, appropriate subclasses for presses otherwise
provided for and particularly the Search Class notes to Class
470 in the Class Definition of Class 100.
173, Tool Driving or Impacting, appropriate subclasses for
subject matter directed driving or impacting a tool, when
such subject matter includes combined features peculiar to
tool driving.
227, Elongated-Member-Driving Apparatus, appropriate
subclasses, particularly subclasses 82+, for combined
machines for forming and subsequently driving a member, e.g.,
nail, staple, etc.
249, Static Molds, for machines for static molding for
forming a helical or threaded product by molding particularly
subclass 59.
411, Expanded, Threaded, Driven, Headed, Tool-Deformed, or
Locked-Threaded Fasteners, subclasses 337+, for bolts,
screws, nails, washers and similar fasteners, per se.
483, Tool Changing, for machines or processes comprising a
tool transfer means combined with either a tool support of
storage means.
SUBCLASSES
Subclass:
1
PROCESS:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject
matter for a method of manufacturing a threaded fastener, a
headed fastener, or a washer.
Subclass:
2
Assembling or disassembling fastener with element:
This subclass is indented under subclass 1. Subject matter
for a method of associating or disassociating a threaded
fastener with means structured to cooperate and function with
the fastener.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
46 and 48+, for concurrent apparatuses for assembling a
fastener with an element for this subclass and its lineal
indented subclasses, i.e., subclasses 2 to 7.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
29, Metal Working, subclasses 428+ for methods of assembly.
The fasteners and elements being assembled in this subclass
(Class 470 subclass 2) are formed such that the fastener and
element are integral such that disassembly would require
destruction of the fastener or element.
Subclass:
3
Bolt or screw with washer:
This subclass is indented under subclass 2. Subject matter
wherein the fastener comprises an externally threaded
securing device having an enlargement at an end of the device
structured to function as a head therefor, i.e., a bolt or
screw, and further wherein the device is associated with
means structured to cooperate and function with the fastener
in the form of a perforated disk or annular component, i.e.,
a washer.
Subclass:
4
By telescoping:
This subclass is indented under subclass 3. Subject matter
wherein the nut or washer associated with the bolt or screw
by moving the nut or washer along the longitudinal axis of
the bolt or screw.
Subclass:
5
Attaching cap to fastener:
This subclass is indented under subclass 2. Subject matter
wherein means structured to cooperate and function with the
fastener comprises a covering for an end of the fastener.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
184 for concurrent apparatuses for capping dies for nails or
screws.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
29, Metal Working, subclasses 428+ for methods of assembly.
The processes of this subclass (Class 470, subclass 5) are
such specialized manufacturing methods making them proper for
Class 470.
Subclass:
6
Screw fastener:
This subclass is indented under subclass 5. Subject matter
wherein the fastener comprises an externally threaded
fastener having threads which converge to a point on an end
of the fastener.
Subclass:
7
Nail fastener:
This subclass is indented under subclass 5. Subject matter
wherein the fastener comprises a structure having an impact
receiving surface adapted to receive an axially applied force
which causes the fastener to penetrate material,
substructure, or other work desired to be fastened.
Subclass:
8
Making externally threaded fastener, e.g., screw or bolt:
This subclass is indented under subclass 1. Subject matter
wherein the fastener is a threaded fastener comprising an
externally threaded securing device having an enlargement at
an end of the device structured to function as a head
therefor.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 57+ for concurrent apparatuses for forming the
fasteners formed in this subclass and its lineal indents,
i.e., subclasses 8 to 17.
Subclass:
9
Screw:
This subclass is indented under subclass 8. Subject matter
wherein the fastener comprises an externally threaded
fastener having threads which converge to a point on an end
of the fastener.
Subclass:
10
Forming thread:
This subclass is indented under subclass 9. Subject matter
having a step of producing an exterior helical ridge on the
fastener.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 185+ for screw threading dies, per se.
Subclass:
11
Bolt:
This subclass is indented under subclass 8. Subject matter
wherein the fastener comprises an externally threaded
fastener.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
191 for bolt forming dies, per se, 205 for bolt head
punching dies, per se.
Subclass:
12
Having specific configuration:
This subclass is indented under subclass 11. Subject matter
wherein significance is attributed to the shape of the
fastener.
Subclass:
13
U-frame type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 12. Subject matter
wherein the fastener comprises a plural shanked structure
formed in the shape of the letter U.
Subclass:
14
Hollow bolt type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 12. Subject matter
wherein the fastener is provided with a longitudinally
extending bore or cavity.
Subclass:
15
And prong:
This subclass is indented under subclass 14. Subject matter
wherein the fastener is further provided with a portion
structured as a penetrating end to allow the fastener to be
used as impact driven fastener.
Subclass:
16
Formed by extrusion:
This subclass is indented under subclass 11. Subject matter
having a step of shaping by forcing the fastener through a
die.
Subclass:
17
Formed by heat treatment:
This subclass is indented under subclass 11. Subject matter
having a step of heating or cooling the fastener to produce
desired properties or conditions.
Subclass:
18
Making internally threaded fastener, e.g., nut:
This subclass is indented under subclass 1. Subject matter
wherein the fastener is provided with an internal helical
ridge.
Subclass:
19
Lock-nut type, e.g., castellated nut:
This subclass is indented under subclass 18. Subject matter
wherein the means secures the fastener to a bolt or screw.
Subclass:
20
Having securement feature:
This subclass is indented under subclass 18. Subject matter
wherein the fastener is further provided with means for
securing the fastener to another structure.
Subclass:
21
Fusible or deformable type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 20. Subject matter
wherein the means comprises a metallurgical property of the
fastener allowing it to be fused during a heating operation
or allowing it to readily mechanically deformed during a
metal forming operation.
Subclass:
22
Weld nut type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 21. Subject matter
wherein the fastener is capable of being fused during a
welding operation.
Subclass:
23
Having driver engagement feature, e.g., wing nut, etc.:
This subclass is indented under subclass 18. Subject matter
wherein the fastener is provided with structure for receiving
a means used to move the fastener during its fastening
operation.
Subclass:
24
Having decorative feature, e.g., cap nut, etc.:
This subclass is indented under subclass 18. Subject matter
wherein the fastener is provided with structure functioning
solely for aesthetic purposes.
Subclass:
25
Formed by metal working:
This subclass is indented under subclass 18. Subject matter
having a step of shaping metal.
Subclass:
26
Forging:
This subclass is indented under subclass 25. Subject matter
further having a step of heating metal.
Subclass:
27
Making headed fastener, e.g., rivet or nail, etc.:
This subclass is indented under subclass 1. Subject matter
wherein the fastener having an enlargement at an end of the
device structured to function as a head therefor.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 110+ for concurrent apparatuses for forming the
fasteners formed in this subclass and its lineal indents,
i.e., subclasses 27 to 40.
subclasses 168+ for nail plate feeders, per se.
191 for rivet forming dies, per se.
205 for rivet head punching dies, per se.
Subclass:
28
Rivet type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 27. Subject matter
wherein the fastener is provided with an end structure
consisting of a polycrystalline metallic grain structure
which when subjected to an externally applied force is
plastically flowable.
Subclass:
29
Hollow type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 28. Subject matter
wherein the fastener is provided with a longitudinally
extending bore or cavity.
Subclass:
30
Having prong:
This subclass is indented under subclass 29. Subject matter
wherein the fastener is further provided with a portion
structured as a penetrating end to allow the fastener to be
used as impact driven fastener.
Subclass:
31
Formed by extrusion:
This subclass is indented under subclass 28. Subject matter
having a step of shaping by forcing the fastener through a
die.
Subclass:
32
Formed by heat treatment:
This subclass is indented under subclass 28. Subject matter
having a step of heating or cooling the fastener to produce
desired properties or conditions.
Subclass:
33
And pressure, e.g., forging:
This subclass is indented under subclass 32. Subject matter
having an additional step of applying pressure to the
fastener.
Subclass:
34
Nail type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 27. Subject matter
wherein the fastener comprises a structure having an impact
receiving surface adapted to receive an axially applied force
which causes the fastener to penetrate material,
substructure, or other work desired to be fastened.
Subclass:
35
Horseshoe:
This subclass is indented under subclass 34. Subject matter
wherein the fastener is structured for securing a shoe to the
foot of a mammal in the family Equidae.
Subclass:
36
Formed by heat treatment and metal shaping, i.e., wrought
type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 35. Subject matter
having a step of heating or cooling a fastener and a step of
shaping the fastener.
Subclass:
37
Formed by severing, i.e., cut type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 34. Subject matter
having a step of penetrating stock material being used to
form the fastener with a sharp forming instrument or
separating a portion of stock material being used to form the
fastener.
Subclass:
38
Formed by heat treatment and metal shaping, i.e., wrought
type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 34. Subject matter
having a step of heating or cooling a fastener and a step of
shaping the fastener.
Subclass:
39
Spike type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 38. Subject matter
wherein the fastener has substantially large dimensions such
that the fastener can be used for securing substantially
large structures or materials.
Subclass:
40
Wire type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 34. Subject matter
wherein the fastener is fabricated from an elongated piece of
metal stock having a circular cross sectional dimension which
is much smaller than the longitudinal dimension of the
stock.
Subclass:
41
Making washer:
This subclass is indented under subclass 1. Subject matter
wherein the fastener comprises an annular element adapted to
be placed beneath the bearing surface of a bolt head, nut, or
similar article.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 162+ for apparatuses for making washers.
subclasses 165+ for washer feeders, per se.
subclasses 197+ for washer forming die.
206 for washer arbors, per se.
Subclass:
42
Lock-washer type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 41. Subject matter
wherein the fastener is provided with means to secure same to
another structure.
Subclass:
43
APPARATUS HAVING SAFETY MECHANISM:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject
matter for apparatus provided with means to prevent damage to
either a human operator thereof or to the apparatus or any
component thereof.
Subclass:
44
APPARATUS HAVING AUTOMATIC CONTROL:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject
matter for apparatus with: (a) means for detecting a
characteristic of the work part to be assembled, the
assembled product, the assembling apparatus, or the
environment of the assembling apparatus affecting its
operation, hereinafter referred to as: the sensor; (b) means
for initiating or modifying a force or impulse other than
that generated or transmitted by the means for detecting;
hereinafter referred to as: the activator; (c) means for
regulating or modifying an operation of the assembling
apparatus; hereinafter to as: the controller.
(1) Note. This definition requires a document to claim or
disclose at least four instrumentalities for placement
herein, i.e., an assembly apparatus, a sensor, an activator,
and a controller. For example, a document disclosing an
assembly machine having a cam follower that makes and breaks
an electrical circuit that energizes a motor which regulates
or modified a part of the machine would be properly
classified in this subclass. However, a machine having a cam
follower directly linked to a controller, whereby the
follower movement directly effects the controller movement is
improperly classified in this subclass due to the lack of an
activator required by the definition; such an assembly
apparatus would be properly classified in subclasses 48+
below.
Subclass:
45
Having means sensing a condition or change in a condition:
This subclass is indented under subclass 44. Subject matter
including: (a) means to sense a condition of the work part,
the work product, the apparatus or the environment of the
apparatus; and (b) means to sense a corresponding condition
of information supply to the apparatus; (c) means relate a
sensed condition; (d) means to regulate the operation of the
apparatus in accordance with any difference between sensed
conditions.
Subclass:
46
For assembling fastener and washer:
This subclass is indented under subclass 44. Subject matter
wherein apparatus is capable of associating a threaded or
headed fastener with a perforated disk or annular component.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 49+ for apparatuses for assembling fasteners
with washers or other elements.
Subclass:
47
APPARATUS HAVING MEANS FOR MEASURING OR TESTING:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject
matter for apparatus provided with means for determining a
qualitative or quantitative characteristic or condition of
the apparatus or material being processed or operated on by
the apparatus.
Subclass:
48
APPARATUS FOR ASSEMBLING OR DISASSEMBLING FASTENER WITH
ELEMENT:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject
matter for apparatus associating or disassociating a fastener
with means structured to cooperate and function with the
fastener.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
29, Metal Working, subclasses 700+ for machines for
assembly. See the notes to subclasses 700 for an explanation
of the subject matter encompassed therein.
81, Tools, subclasses 54+ for machine wrenches or
screwdrivers capable of turning rotatable work, e.g., bolts,
nuts, screws, etc.
Subclass:
49
Headed fastener with element, e.g., bolt with nut and
washer:
This subclass is indented under subclass 48. Subject matter
wherein the fastener comprises a securing device having an
enlargement at an end of the device structured to function as
a head therefor, i.e., a bolt, and further wherein the device
is associated with means structured to cooperate and function
with the device e.g., an internally threaded component such
as nut, or a perforated disk or annular component such as a
washer.
Subclass:
50
Having telescoping means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 49. Subject matter
wherein the means structured to cooperate with the device is
associated with the device by the moving the cooperating
means along the longitudinal axis of the securing device.
Subclass:
51
Attaching cap to fastener:
This subclass is indented under subclass 49. Subject matter
wherein the means structured to cooperate and function with
the device comprises a covering for an end of the device.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
184 for nail or screw capping dies, per se.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
29, Metal Working, subclass 243.5 for machines, otherwise
unprovided for, for assembling elements or parts by engaging
a portion of one over another. The machines of this subclass
(Class 470 subclass 51) are so specialized as to make them
proper for Class 470.
227, Elongated-Member-Driving Apparatus, appropriate
subclasses for apparatus for driving a member into work.
Subclass:
52
Screw fastener:
This subclass is indented under subclass 51. Subject matter
wherein the device comprises an externally threaded fastener
having threads which converge to a point on an end of the
fastener.
Subclass:
53
Nail fastener:
This subclass is indented under subclass 51. Subject matter
wherein the device comprises a structure having an impact
receiving surface adapted to receive an axially applied force
which causes the device to penetrate material, substructure,
or other work desired to be fastened.
Subclass:
54
Having nicking means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 51. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is provided with a component capable of
forming a shallow notch, cut, or indentation in the
covering.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 60+ for apparatus for head nicking screws and
bolts.
Subclass:
55
Having means to feed rectangular stock:
This subclass is indented under subclass 51. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is provided with a component capable of
supplying work material, having a rectangular cross section,
to the apparatus.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
164 for feeder or distributors, per se.
Subclass:
56
Having rotatable workholder:
This subclass is indented under subclass 51. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is provided with a component capable of
securing work material and further wherein the component is
capable of rotating the work material relative to the
remainder of the apparatus.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
198, Conveyors: Power-Driven, subclass 345 for rotatable
conveyor with means for aligning the conveyed load at a work
station, and other subclasses for a rotatable conveyor.
Subclass:
57
APPARATUS FOR MAKING EXTERNALLY THREADED FASTENER OR ARTICLE,
E.G., SCREW, BOLT ETC.:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject
matter for apparatus for manufacturing a securing device or
element having an external helical ridge.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
29, Metal Working, for machines capable of manufacturing
machine screws but additionally capable of forming other
similar parts or articles such as binding posts, spoke
nipples, etc., particularly subclasses 33+.
Subclass:
58
Screw fastener making:
This subclass is indented under subclass 57. Subject matter
for apparatus for manufacturing a securing device, i.e., a
fastener, having an external helical ridge which converges to
point on an end of the device.
Subclass:
59
Wooden screw:
This subclass is indented under subclass 58. Subject matter
wherein the fastener is composed of cellulose extracted from
interior part of a tree.
Subclass:
60
Having head nicking:
This subclass is indented under subclass 58. Subject matter
provided with a component capable of forming a shallow notch,
cut, or indentation in a head of the fastener.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
409, Gear Cutting, Milling, or Planing, subclasses 64+ for
shaping material by means of a toothed rotary cutter
unprovided for elsewhere.
Subclass:
61
And shaving means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 60. Subject matter
further provided with a mechanism capable of securing work
material and further wherein the mechanism is capable of
rotating the work material relative to the remainder of the
apparatus.
Subclass:
62
And rotatable workholder:
This subclass is indented under subclass 60. Subject matter
further provided with a mechanism capable of securing work
material and further wherein the mechanism is capable of
rotating the work material relative to the remainder of the
apparatus.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
120 for horseshoe nail manufacturing machines having a
rotary workholder; 129 for wire nail manufacturing machines
having rotary workholders; for spike manufacturing machines
having rotary workholders.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
269, Work Holders, appropriate subclasses. Class 269 is the
residual locus for patents to a device for clamping,
supporting and/or holding an article(s) in position to be
operated on or treated. See notes therein for other related
loci.
Subclass:
63
Punch and die type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 60. Subject matter
wherein the component comprises an first element, i.e., a
punch, cooperating with a second element, i.e., a die,
whereby the notch, cut or indentation is produced a blow or
thrust applied to the punch as the fastener is held between
the punch and die.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
205 bolt or rivet heading punches, per se.
Subclass:
64
Having head shaving means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 58. Subject matter
wherein the fastener is provided with an enlargement at one
end of the fastener, i.e., a head, and wherein the apparatus
is provided with a component capable of removing material in
thin layers or slices from the head.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
150 for nail or rivet head finishing machines.
Subclass:
65
Having pointing means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 58. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is provided with a component capable of
producing a conical or conoidal point on the fastener.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 80+ for machines capable of pointing a blank by
the use of threading-chaser which simultaneously threads the
remainder of the blank.
Subclass:
66
Having thread cutting means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 58. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is provided with a component capable of
producing a helical ridge on the fastener.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 111+ screw threading dies, per se.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
82, Turning, for machines and processes limited to thread
cutting operations in which the operation is limited to the
Class 82 operation particularly subclasses 110+, and without
any other operation associated with bolt or screw formation.
In addition, Class 82 provides for thread forming or cutting
machines or devices which solely claim or disclose the
cutting of threads on pipes or conduits. Similar cutting
machines or devices solely claiming or disclosing the cutting
of threads on fasteners are proper in Class 470. See the note
relating to Class 470 in the Search Class notes of the Class
Definition of Class 82.
409, Gear Cutting, Milling, or Planing, subclasses 65+ for
a thread milling machine.
Subclass:
67
Portable:
This subclass is indented under subclass 66. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is capable of being transported with
relative ease.
Subclass:
68
And pointing means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 66. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is provided with a component capable of
producing a conical or conoidal point on the fastener.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 80+ for machines capable of forming a point by a
chasing-cutter while also threading the remainder of the
screw.
Subclass:
69
And severing means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 66. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is further provided with a mechanism
capable of penetrating stock material being used to form the
fastener by the use of a sharp forming instrument or
separating a portion of stock material being used to form the
fastener.
Subclass:
70
Having plural dies:
This subclass is indented under subclass 66. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is further provided with a mechanism
comprising two or more elements capable of cutting, shaping
or stamping a portion of the fastener.
Subclass:
71
Axial aligned:
This subclass is indented under subclass 70. Subject matter
wherein the the longitudinal axes of the elements along a
common line.
Subclass:
72
Turret mounted:
This subclass is indented under subclass 70. Subject matter
wherein the elements are installed on a rotatable device
structured to hold and secure the elements during a cutting,
shaping, or stamping operation.
Subclass:
73
Having collapsible die:
This subclass is indented under subclass 66. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is further provided with a mechanism
provided with two elements structured to cooperate to cut,
shape, or stamp a portion of the fastener and further wherein
the elements are capable of opening or closing with each
other such that work material being used to form the fastener
can be separated from the mechanism without having to unscrew
the material from the mechanism.
(1) Note. The elements or dies used to form the threads on
the fastener are know in this art as "chasers".
Subclass:
74
And bevel operator:
This subclass is indented under subclass 73. Subject matter
wherein the elements are mounted on and interact with a
wedge-shaped device such that axial movement of the device
causes the elements to open or close allowing for the
insertion or removal of the fastener.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
279, Chucks or Sockets, subclass 37, 47, 48+, 50, 51+, 54,
56, 57, 58+, and the subclasses indented under Socket type,
Radially-reciprocating jaws, Moving-cam actuator. (subclasses
69+)
Subclass:
75
And cam operator:
This subclass is indented under subclass 73. Subject matter
wherein the elements are mounted on and interact with a
device in the form of an eccentrically shaped wheel mounted
on a rotating shaft producing reciprocating motion causing
the elements to open or close allowing for the insertion or
removal of the fastener.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
279, Chucks or Sockets, subclass 37, 47, 48+, 50, 51+, 54,
56, 57, 58+, and the subclasses indented under Socket type,
Radially-reciprocating jaws, Moving-cam actuator (subclasses
69+).
Subclass:
76
Forming taper thread:
This subclass is indented under subclass 75. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is further provided with structure
capable of producing a gradually smaller diameter thread from
a shank portion to an end portion of the fastener.
Subclass:
77
And lever closer:
This subclass is indented under subclass 73. Subject matter
wherein the elements are mounted to interact with a device in
the form of a generally long slender body pivotable about a
fixed fulcrum, i.e., a lever, such that movement of the lever
causes the elements to open or close allowing for the
insertion or removal of the fastener.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
279, Chucks or Sockets, subclass 119 for similar lever
operated chucks or sockets.
Subclass:
78
Cone type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 77. Subject matter
further wherein the device is provided with a structure
having a surface generated by a line fixed at a point moving
along the intersection with a fixed curve or plane, i.e., a
cone, such that movement of the cone causes movement of the
lever.
Subclass:
79
And pivotable chaser carrier:
This subclass is indented under subclass 73. Subject matter
further wherein the element are mounted on a device capable
of rotating about a pivot point such that the pivot point is
parallel to the axis of the elements.
(1) Note. The art of this subclass should be distinguished
from machines in which the levers pivot. See the search notes
below.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
77 78, for machines in which the levers pivot.
Subclass:
80
Having chaser cutter:
This subclass is indented under subclass 66. Subject matter
wherein the component is capable forming the externally
threaded ridge by using a sharp instrument to remove material
from the fastener.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
29, Metal Working, subclass 27 and 57 for combined machines
adapted for thread chasing.
82, Turning, subclasses 110+, for other thread chasing.
Subclass:
81
Rotatable type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 66. Subject matter
wherein the instrument is mounted on the component at a right
angle of the fastener and further wherein the instrument is
capable of moving in a circular path having the same circular
pitch as the thread desired to produce on the fastener such
that the instrument has a rolling motion along the fastener
as the instrument moves along relative to fastener in the
direction of the axis of the fastener.
Subclass:
82
Having recessed cylindrical die block:
This subclass is indented under subclass 66. Subject matter
wherein the component comprises a cylindrical structure
having an external thread wherein the structure is capable of
forming a thread by removing a portion of the structure on a
line parallel to the axis of the structure.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
82, Turning, subclass 13 for lathes for producing an axial
pattern which is predetermined by that of a formed cutter or
series of juxtaposed cutters.
407, Cutters, for Shaping, subclass 64 for a cutter
comprised of an elongated member, arcuate about a center and
having at its leading extremity a planar face intersecting
the arcuate surface to form the cutting edge, which planar
face is generally in a plane extending through the center,
which cutter is adapted to cut such that the chip formed is
directed to pass over the planar face.
Subclass:
83
Having self releasable die holder:
This subclass is indented under subclass 66. Subject matter
wherein the component is provided with means allowing it to
be removed from the fastener with relative ease.
Subclass:
84
Having thread swaging means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 57. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is provided with a component capable of
forming a thread by shaping cold metal.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
72, Metal Deforming, subclasses 88+ for disclosure of
"thread rolling", and subclass 394+ for disclosure of
swaging.
Subclass:
85
And reciprocable die:
This subclass is indented under subclass 84. Subject matter
wherein the component comprises an internally threaded
structure adapted to move back and forth along a direction at
a right angle to the axis of the fastener to thereby engage
and form a thread on the fastener.
Subclass:
86
Having bolt pointing means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 57. Subject matter
wherein the securing device or element comprises a fastener
provided with a helical ridge and an enlargement at one end
of the fastener, i.e., and further wherein the apparatus is
provided with a component capable of shaping the end of
fastener opposite the head.
Subclass:
87
APPARATUS FOR MAKING INTERNALLY THREADED FASTENER, I.E.,
NUT:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject
matter for apparatus for manufacturing a fastener provided
with an internal helical ridge, i.e., a nut.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
83, Cutting, appropriate subclasses for machine for
cold-punching nut-blanks.
Subclass:
88
Castellated nut type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 87. Subject matter
wherein the nut is provided with openings structured to
cooperate with an element used to secure the nut to a
fastened position.
(1) Note. The openings on the nut usually take the form of
slots cut or formed laterally through the nut to allow a
cotter pin to be passed through the nut and cooperating
lateral hole in the end of bolt to secure the nut in a locked
position.
Subclass:
89
Having forger:
This subclass is indented under subclass 87. Subject matter
provided with means for shaping and heating metal.
Subclass:
90
And plural rotatable dies:
This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter
further provided with two mechanisms wherein each mechanism
is provided with two cooperating mold elements capable of
imparting or forming a shape or impression to the nut and
further wherein the mechanisms are capable of rotary motion.
Subclass:
91
And plural punches:
This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter
further provided with two mechanisms wherein each mechanism
is capable of imparting or forming a cavity in the nut.
Subclass:
92
And coiler:
This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter
further provided with two mechanisms capable of shaping wire
or rod material into a circular configuration.
Subclass:
93
And side swagger:
This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter
further provided with two mechanisms for shaping the nut
wherein the mechanism performs its shaping by moving a right
angle to the axis of the nut.
Subclass:
94
And mandrel:
This subclass is indented under subclass 93. Subject matter
wherein the mechanism is further provided with a component
capable of supporting the nut during a shaping step.
Subclass:
95
And transfer means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter
further provided with a mechanism of moving the nut from one
location to another location.
Subclass:
96
Having tapper:
This subclass is indented under subclass 87. Subject matter
provided with means capable of cutting threads in a nut by
rotating and engaging the means with the nut.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
409, Gear Cutting, Milling, or Planing, subclasses 65+ for
a thread milling machine or process.
Subclass:
97
And reamer:
This subclass is indented under subclass 96. Subject matter
further provided with a mechanism capable enlarging a hole in
the nut.
Subclass:
98
And work handler:
This subclass is indented under subclass 96. Subject matter
further provided with a mechanism for moving the nut or work
material.
Subclass:
99
And multiple tap spindles:
This subclass is indented under subclass 96. Subject matter
further provided with two mechanisms capable imparting motion
to the thread cutting means.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
408, Cutting by Use of Rotating Axially Moving Tool,
subclasses 13+ for cutting of screw threads by machines
including a plurality or rotating tools.
Subclass:
100
Circular gang type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 99. Subject matter
wherein the mechanisms are arranged in a circular manner
either parallel to each other or radially in a single plane.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
408, Cutting by Use of Rotating Axially Moving Tool, subclass
35 for similar structure wherein the tools are rotated.
Subclass:
101
And plural tap gripper:
This subclass is indented under subclass 96. Subject matter
further provided with a mechanism having a pair jaws capable
of gripping the means at several locations along the length
of the means.
(1) Note. The grippers of the subclass usually function at
one end to hold and drive the tap and at the other end to
open to allow nut blanks to be fed along the tap.
Consequently, the machines of this subclass are made to
operate continuously, the nut blanks being fed upon one end
of the tapper and the finished nuts being discharged from the
other end.
Subclass:
102
And release means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 96. Subject matter
further provided with a mechanism capable of disengaging the
thread cutting means from its driver allowing tapped nuts to
be discharged and the thread cutting means to be re-engaged
with its driver.
Subclass:
103
And yieldable tap driver:
This subclass is indented under subclass 96. Subject matter
further provided with a mechanism capable of imparting motion
to the thread cutting means and wherein the mechanism is
structured to adjust or stop the motion upon the completion
of a cutting step or upon incurring abnormal resistance to
the cutting operation.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
81, Tools, subclasses 467+ for wrenches or screwdrivers
which yield upon predetermined overload.
Subclass:
104
Feed nut type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 103. Subject matter
wherein the nut or a nut blank is automatically feed to the
means for cutting the threads.
Subclass:
105
And finishing means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 96. Subject matter
further provided with a mechanism capable of performing a
metal working operation other than cutting threads.
(1) Note. The machines of this subclass usually are combined
machines which can perform various operations on the nut or
nut blank such as facing the top or bottom, or milling the
sides.
Subclass:
106
Having broaching means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 87. Subject matter
provided with means having a multiple-tooth, barlike cutting
tool wherein the teeth are shaped to produce a desired
surface or contour and the cutting is produced by configuring
the teeth such that each tooth projects farther than the
preceding tooth.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
151 for machines for finishing the sides of rough-forged
bolt heads by driving them through a trimming die.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
409, Gear Cutting, Milling, or Planing, subclasses 244+
methods or machines for a general broaching operation.
Subclass:
107
Having milling means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 87. Subject matter
provided with means having rotary cutting tool with
peripheral teeth wherein the nut or nut blank is fed through
the periphery of the tool.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
409, Gear Cutting, Milling, or Planing, methods or machines
for a general milling operation.
Subclass:
108
Having facing means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 87. Subject matter
provided with means having a rotary cutting tool capable of
removing material from flat surfaces on the nut or nut blank
which surfaces are perpendicular to the rotational axis of
the cutting tool.
(1) Note. The patents of this subclass discloses means for
feeding and discharging the nuts, and consequently are
excluded from Class 82, Turning, the broad class of turning.
Subclass:
109
Having transfer means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 87. Subject matter
provided with a mechanism capable of moving the nut or nut
blank from one location to another location.
Subclass:
110
APPARATUS FOR MAKING HEADED FASTENER, E.G., NAIL, RIVET,
ETC.:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject
matter for apparatus for manufacturing a securing device or
element, i.e., a fastener, wherein the fastener is provided
with an enlargement at an end thereof wherein the enlargement
is structured to function as a head.
(1) Note. This subclass, and its indented subclasses, are
proper for machines claiming the nominal manufacture of
making a bolt or screw wherein there is only claimed or
disclosed operations for forming the head or shank. A
disclosed or claimed machine having means to form threads on
a screw or bolt would be proper in higher, preceding
subclasses.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
72, Metal Deforming, subclasses 318+ and 357 for disclosure
of bolt heading.
227, Elongated-Member-Driving Apparatus, subclass 51 and 82
for combined apparatus for forming and driving a rivet.
Subclass:
111
Horseshoe nail making:
This subclass is indented under subclass 110. Subject matter
wherein the fastener is structured for securing a shoe to the
foot of a mammal in the family Equidae.
(1) Note. The dies and other mechanisms of this subclass are
especially designed to form horseshoe nails and are
frequently constructed to simulate the peculiar drawing blow
of a hand-hammer.
Subclass:
112
Cut type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 111. Subject matter
wherein the fastener is formed by a step of penetrating stock
material being used to form the fastener with a sharp forming
instrument or separating a portion of stock material being
used to form the fastener.
Subclass:
113
Having finishing means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 112. Subject matter
further provided with a mechanism capable of performing a
metal working operation for completing the fastener
formation.
(1) Note. This subclass provides for machines for trimming,
pointing, swaging, or otherwise completing the cut horseshoe
nail.
Subclass:
114
And cutter:
This subclass is indented under subclass 113. Subject matter
further provided with a device capable of penetrating the
fastener or separating a portion of the fastener from other
material.
Subclass:
115
And rotary workholder:
This subclass is indented under subclass 113. Subject matter
further provided with a mechanism capable of securing work
material and further wherein the mechanism is capable of
rotating the work material relative to the remainder of the
apparatus.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
120 for horseshoe nail making other than cut-type having a
rotary workholder.
129 for wire nail making machines having a rotary
workholder.
135 for spike making machines having a rotary workholder.
Subclass:
116
Having chain drive:
This subclass is indented under subclass 112. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is provided with a mechanism capable of
conveying fastener work material to shaping or forming
devices wherein the conveying mechanism is a chain drive
component.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
198, Conveyors: Power-Driven, subclass 345.1 for endless
conveyors with means for aligning the conveyed load at a work
station, and other subclasses for an endless conveyor.
Subclass:
117
Having roll forging means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 111. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is provided with a mechanism in the
form of cylindrical structure capable shaping the fastener by
the application of heat and pressure.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
72, Metal Deforming, subclasses 191+ especially subclass
198 for a tool-couple making a nail or spike by rolling.
Subclass:
118
Travelling roll type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 117. Subject matter
wherein the mechanism comprises a roller having a further
capacity of lateral.
(1) Note. The roller forgers of this subclass usually can
move in a planetary motion thereby producing a force or
"blow" to the workpiece which simulates the "blow" of a
hand-held hammer.
Subclass:
119
Having side swage means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 111. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is provided with a mechanism for
shaping the fastener wherein the mechanism performs its
shaping operation by moving at a right angle to the axis of
the fastener.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
147 for general headed fastener making machines having a
side swagger.
Subclass:
120
Having rotary workholder:
This subclass is indented under subclass 111. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is provided with a mechanism capable of
securing work material and further wherein the mechanism is
capable of rotating the work material relative to the
remainder of the apparatus.
Subclass:
121
Wire nail making:
This subclass is indented under subclass 110. Subject matter
wherein the fastener is formed from wire and the fastener is
structured to have an impact receiving surface adapted to
receive an axially applied force which causes the fastener to
penetrate material, substructure, or other work desired to be
fastened.
(1) Note. The apparatus is this subclass usually makes nails
by feeding wire for a coil to a header while the free end of
the wire is fed to a pointer and then the nail is severed by
suitable dies.
Subclass:
122
String nail type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 121. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is capable of manufacturing two or more
fasteners such that the fasteners are joined head to point
allowing them to be easily separated from one another.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
227, Elongated-Member-Driving Apparatus, subclasses 82+ for
apparatus for forming a string of members, e.g., nail,
combined with means to sever and apply one of the members to
work.
Subclass:
123
Having multiple header means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 121. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is provided with a mechanism capable of
forming a head on two or more fasteners during a single
operation or engagement of the mechanism with fastener stock
material.
Subclass:
124
Opposite end former:
This subclass is indented under subclass 123. Subject matter
wherein the mechanism is capable of simultaneously forming a
point on an adjacent nail during the operation or engagement
of the mechanism with fastener stock material.
Subclass:
125
Having reciprocating die and header:
This subclass is indented under subclass 121. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is further provided with means having
wire-gripping dies capable of reciprocating transversely of
the line of feed of the wire to grip and release the wire and
wherein the header is capable of reciprocating in the
direction of the length of the nail to head the nail while
being held by the gripping dies.
(1) Note. The dies of this subclass usually point and sever
as well as hold the nail.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 141+ for wrought fastener making machines having
reciprocating dies and headers.
Subclass:
126
And toggle closing dies:
This subclass is indented under subclass 125. Subject matter
wherein the gripping-dies are actuated by a toggle linkage
mechanism.
Subclass:
127
And wedge closing dies:
This subclass is indented under subclass 125. Subject matter
wherein the gripping-dies are opened and closed by the use of
either a wedge structure or a diagonal cam slot both which
are capable of engaging the dies and moving them to open and
closed positions.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 142+ for wrought fastener making machines having
wedge closing dies.
Subclass:
128
Having distributing means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 121. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is provided with means for
disseminating formed fasteners from the apparatus such that
the fasteners can be used in various fastening operations.
(1) Note. The nails distributed by machines of this subclass
are used in nailing shoe-heels, boxes, etc.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
227, Elongated-Member-Driving Apparatus, subclasses 82+ for
a device for forming, feeding, or guiding and applying a
member, e.g., nail, to work.
Subclass:
129
Having rotary workholder:
This subclass is indented under subclass 121. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is provided with a mechanism capable of
securing work material and further wherein the mechanism is
capable of rotating the work material relative to the
remainder of the apparatus.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
135 for spike making machines having a rotary workholder.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
198, Conveyors: Power-Driven, subclass 345.1 for rotatable
conveyor with means for aligning the conveyed load at a work
station, and other subclasses for a rotatable conveyor.
Subclass:
130
Having spiral shank forming means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 129. Subject matter
further with means capable of producing a helical rib on the
fastener.
Subclass:
131
Wrought fastener making:
This subclass is indented under subclass 110. Subject matter
wherein the fastener is formed by heating and shaping the
fastener.
(1) Note. The fasteners of this subclass are usually formed
from heated stock rods or plates.
Subclass:
132
Spike type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 131. Subject matter
wherein the fastener has substantially large dimensions such
that the fastener can be used for securing substantially
large structures or materials.
Subclass:
133
Having roller die:
This subclass is indented under subclass 132. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is provided with a shaping die in the
form of cylindrical structure having metal shaping contours
located in on the peripheral surface of the structure.
(1) Note. The apparatus of this subclass usually are
provided with additional means for heading, pointing, and
performing other shaping operations on the fastener.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
72, Metal Deforming, subclasses 191+ especially subclass
198 for a tool-couple making a nail or spike by rolling.
Subclass:
134
Having pointing means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 133. Subject matter
further provided with a mechanism for shaping that end of the
fastener structured for penetrating material, substructure,
or other work desired to be fastened.
Subclass:
135
Having rotary workholder:
This subclass is indented under subclass 133. Subject matter
further provided with a mechanism capable of securing work
material and further wherein the mechanism is capable of
rotating the work material relative to the remainder of the
apparatus.
Subclass:
136
Nail type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 131. Subject matter
wherein the fastener being formed comprises a structure
having an impact receiving surface adapted to receive an
axially applied force which causes the fastener to penetrate
material, substructure, or other work desired to be
fastened.
Subclass:
137
Header means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 110. Subject matter
wherein one of the mechanisms capable of forming an
enlargement at one end of the fastener structured to function
as a head therefor, i.e., a header.
Subclass:
138
And laterally movable carrier:
This subclass is indented under subclass 137. Subject matter
further provided with a device capable of supporting and
moving the header in a direction transverse to the operating
direction of the forming components of the header.
Subclass:
139
Bolt blank making:
This subclass is indented under subclass 137. Subject matter
wherein the work material being formed is an intermediate
article which is to undergo further forming operations
resulting in a externally headed fastener structured to
cooperate with and be secured by a internally threaded
fastener.
Subclass:
140
Having plural rotatable dies:
This subclass is indented under subclass 110. Subject matter
further provided with two mechanisms wherein each mechanism
is provided with two cooperating mold elements capable of
imparting or forming a shape or impression to the fastener
and further wherein the mechanisms are capable of rotary
motion.
Subclass:
141
Having reciprocating die and heading means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 110. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is further provided with means having
fastener gripping dies capable of reciprocating transversely
of the line of feed of the fastener to grip and release the
fastener and wherein the means is capable of reciprocating in
the direction of the length of the fastener to head the
fastener while being held by the gripping dies.
Subclass:
142
And toggle operator for die movement:
This subclass is indented under subclass 141. Subject matter
wherein the gripping-dies are actuated by a toggle linkage
mechanism.
Subclass:
143
Bolt blank making:
This subclass is indented under subclass 142. Subject matter
wherein the work material being formed is an intermediate
article which is to undergo further forming operations
resulting in a externally headed fastener structured to
cooperate with and be secured by a internally threaded
fastener.
Subclass:
144
And wedge closing dies:
This subclass is indented under subclass 141. Subject matter
wherein the gripping-dies are opened and closed by the use of
either a wedge structure or a diagonal cam slot both which
are capable of engaging the dies and moving them to open and
closed positions.
Subclass:
145
Bolt blank making:
This subclass is indented under subclass 144. Subject matter
wherein the work material being formed is an intermediate
article which is to undergo further forming operations
resulting in a externally headed fastener structured to
cooperate with and be secured by a internally threaded
fastener.
Subclass:
146
Making nail:
This subclass is indented under subclass 141. Subject matter
wherein the fastener being formed comprises a structure
having an impact receiving surface adapted to receive an
axially applied force which causes the fastener to penetrate
material, substructure, or other work desired to be
fastened.
Subclass:
147
Having side swagger:
This subclass is indented under subclass 110. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is provided with a mechanism for
shaping the fastener wherein the mechanism performs its
shaping operation by moving at a right angle to the axis of
the fastener.
Subclass:
148
Having punch means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 110. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is provided with a mechanism capable of
imparting or forming a cavity in the fastener.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
205 for bolt or rivet head punches, per se.
Subclass:
149
Forming cotter-slot:
This subclass is indented under subclass 148. Subject matter
wherein the cavity is usually a longitudinal channel in the
fastener capable of receiving a securing element used to
secure the fastener, i.e., a cotter key.
Subclass:
150
Having head finisher:
This subclass is indented under subclass 110. Subject matter
provided with a mechanism capable of performing a metal
working operation for completing the formation of a head on
the fastener.
(1) Note. This subclass provides for machines for trimming.
pointing, swaging, or otherwise completing the head on the
fastener.
Subclass:
151
Broach type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 150. Subject matter
wherein the mechanism comprises a multiple-tooth, barb-like
cutting tool wherein the teeth are shaped to produce a
desired surface or contour and the cutting is produced by
configuring the teeth such that each tooth projects farther
than the preceding tooth.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
409, Gear Cutting, Milling, or Planing, subclasses 244+, for
the process of or machine for broaching, generally, and see
the notes thereunder for other broaching.
Subclass:
152
Having ejection means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 110. Subject matter
provided with a mechanism capable of discharging a formed
fastener from the apparatus.
Subclass:
153
And blank shear or cutoff means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 152. Subject matter
further provided with a device capable of severing fastener
stock material into suitable lengths for headed fastener
blanks.
(1) Note. These devices are special tools applied to bolt
and rivet machines and their operation and function are so
specialized as to warrant placement in this class rather than
the class for Cutting.
Subclass:
154
Having transfer means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 110. Subject matter
provided with a mechanism capable of moving the fastener or
fastener blank from one location to another location.
Subclass:
155
Having gauge:
This subclass is indented under subclass 110. Subject matter
provided with a mechanism capable of measuring or determining
the dimension of a component of the apparatus or of a
workpiece.
Subclass:
156
Having cutting means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 110. Subject matter
provided with a mechanism capable of penetrating the fastener
or separating a portion of the fastener from other material.
Subclass:
157
Making cut-type nail:
This subclass is indented under subclass 156. Subject matter
wherein the fastener being formed comprises a structure
having an impact receiving surface adapted to receive an
axially applied force which causes the fastener to penetrate
material, substructure, or other work desired to be
fastened.
Subclass:
158
Tack strip making:
This subclass is indented under subclass 157. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is capable of forming plural fasteners
and which are formed such that the fasteners are laterally
arranged and attached at their heads.
(1) Note. The fasteners of this subclass have a comb-like
appearance after formation and are used, primarily, in
automatic nailing machines.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
29, Metal Working, subclasses 592+ and particularly
subclasses 432+ for a method of making and/or applying a
member, e.g., nail, staple, etc., to work.
227, Elongated-Member-Driving Apparatus, subclasses 93+ for
apparatus for forming a member, e.g., nail by severing
combined with means to apply the member.
Subclass:
159
And heading means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 157. Subject matter
further provided with a device capable of forming an
enlargement at one end of the fastener structured to function
as a head therefor.
Subclass:
160
And pointing means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 157. Subject matter
further provided with a device capable of forming that end of
the fastener structured for penetrating material,
substructure, or other work desired to be fastened.
Subclass:
161
Forming shank slot:
This subclass is indented under subclass 156. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is capable of producing a longitudinal
cavity in the fastener.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
5 for screw head nicking milling machines.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
409, Gear Cutting, Milling, or Planing, subclasses 64+ for
shaping provided for elsewhere.
Subclass:
162
APPARATUS FOR MAKING WASHER:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject
matter for apparatus for manufacturing a article comprising
an annular element adapted to be placed beneath the bearing
surface of a bolt head, nut, or similar fastener.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
83, Cutting, appropriate subclasses for machine for
cold-punching nut-blanks and washers.
Subclass:
163
Lock washer:
This subclass is indented under subclass 162. Subject matter
wherein the article is provided with means to secure same to
another bolt, nut, similar fastener or other structure.
Subclass:
164
MATERIAL SUPPLY FEEDER OR DISTRIBUTOR:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject
matter for: (a) apparatus for providing nail, screw, nut,
nail plate blanks, or similar stock material to apparatus for
performing various manufacturing operations provided by this
class on said blanks or stock material; or (b) apparatus for
separating finished articles from imperfect work or excess
material and for conveying articles from apparatus of this
class of receptacles for packing or otherwise disseminating
said articles.
(1) Note. The subject matter of this and indented subclasses
consists of patents claiming or disclosing subcombinational
machines or devices used with forming or operating
apparatuses of this class. For example, patents claiming only
a feeder for feeding work material to a shaping apparatus are
found in this and indented subclasses.
Subclass:
165
Nut and washer delivery means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 164. Subject matter
wherein the blank or stock material is supplied to an
apparatus of this class for performing a nut or washer
forming operation.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
83, Cutting, appropriate subclasses for machine for
cold-punching nut blanks and washers.
Subclass:
166
For forger:
This subclass is indented under subclass 165. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is capable of heating and shaping the
blank or stock material.
Subclass:
167
Nut feeder:
This subclass is indented under subclass 165. Subject matter
wherein the blank or stock material is supplied to an
apparatus for forming an internally threaded fastener.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
408, Cutting by Use of Rotating Axially Moving Tool,
subclasses 8+ for drilling machines with feed mechanism
having means which in response to predetermined conditions
during relative approach movement of tool and work, brings
into operation a control means which reverses the direction
of relative movement to withdraw tool and work; subclasses
62+ for drilling machines which feed the tool along the
tool-axis; and subclasses 124+ for drilling machines which
feed the tool along the tool-axis.
Subclass:
168
Nail plate feeder:
This subclass is indented under subclass 164. Subject matter
wherein the blank or stock material is supplied to an
apparatus of this class for performing a nail plate forming
operations.
(1) Note. See the Search Note below for a reference to a
discussion on article feeding subcombinations. The feeding
combinations in this and the indented subclasses are
considered to be so specialized to the performance of the
function of the work modifying machine of this class as the
preclude classification in the general dispensing (feeding)
class (221).
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
221, Article Dispensing, see the class definition in the
section on Article Treatment or Modification (Including
Assembly) for a discussion of article feeding subcombinations
of the subject matter of this class (470). see (1) Note,
above.
Subclass:
169
Having oscillator:
This subclass is indented under subclass 168. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is provided with means capable of
moving a blank or stock material in a lateral vibratory
motion such that the blank or material is formed with a taper
from a head end to an opposite end.
Subclass:
170
Having reverser:
This subclass is indented under subclass 168. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is provided with means capable of
turning a formed plate over after a forming operation.
Subclass:
171
And gear:
This subclass is indented under subclass 170. Subject matter
wherein the means is provided with a toothed wheel used to
effectuate the plate turning.
Subclass:
172
Rack and pinion:
This subclass is indented under subclass 171. Subject matter
wherein the means comprises a toothed wheel engageable and
cooperating with a reciprocating rack.
Subclass:
173
Segmental type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 171. Subject matter
wherein the toothed wheel comprises a portion or arc section
of a complete toothed wheel such that by oscillatory motion
of the portion or arc section with an associated or
cooperating rack produces reversing motion of the formed
plate.
Subclass:
174
Having roller or drum feeder with strap drive:
This subclass is indented under subclass 168. Subject matter
wherein the plate is fed to forming device by a generally
cylindrical structure such that the structure is rotated by
strap material wound about the structure and further wherein
the strap material is attached to a mechanism capable of
moving the strap material is an oscillatory manner thereby
rotatably moving the structure.
Subclass:
175
Nipper and nose piece:
This subclass is indented under subclass 168. Subject matter
wherein significance is attributed to that end of an nail
plate feeder used to grip and hold a nail plate immediately
adjacent to a nail plate forming device.
(1) Note. The typical holder of this subclass would feed the
nail plate to nail cutting shears for cutting of forming cut
nails.
Subclass:
176
Material infeed means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 164. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is provided with means capable of
effecting axial movement between a die-head and stock
material to thereby relieve the strain resulting from a
feeding operation.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
408, Cutting by Use of Rotating Axially Moving Tool,
subclasses 62+ and 129+ for drilling machines which feed
the work or tool or both relative to one another along the
axis of relative rotation of tool and work.
Subclass:
177
Having gripper feed jaws:
This subclass is indented under subclass 164. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is provided with means comprising a
pair of opposed hinged elements movable toward each other
such as to be capable of holding a blank or stock material
therein.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
198, Conveyors: Power-Driven, subclass 468.2 and 470.1+ for
conveyors having load-gripping members.
221, Article Dispensing, subclasses 210+ for article
dispensing devices not otherwise provided for in which a
gripper type discharge assistant is used to grip an article
and remove it from a source of supply to a point of use or
delivery.
Subclass:
178
Having reciprocating lifter:
This subclass is indented under subclass 164. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is provided with means capable of
moving a element vertically and reciprocally to thereby
elevate blanks or stock material and allow the blanks or
material to be fed to a forming or operating device.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
198, Conveyors: Power-Driven, subclasses 396+, 550.01+ and
582 for a conveyor which moves a load from a bin or hopper.
221, Article Dispensing, subclasses 164+, 190, 192, and 254
for various article dispensing devices not otherwise provided
for which elevate articles in separating them from the source
of supply.
Subclass:
179
Having rotary disk:
This subclass is indented under subclass 164. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is provided with means in the form of a
relative flat circular plate capable of rotation such that
blanks or stock material received on the periphery of the
plate can be carried or fed to a forming or operating
device.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
198, Conveyors: Power-Driven, subclasses 384+, 397.01+, 441,
450, 480.1+, and 550.01+ for a rotating conveyor having
load-receiving pockets.
221, Article Dispensing, subclasses 263+ for article
dispensing devices not otherwise provided for having
segregated chambers (i.e., trap chamber) structures to remove
articles from a hopper source of supply, and subclasses 169+
for orienting type article dispensing devices in which
articles are oriented by passing through openings or recesses
in the peripheries of rotatable or oscillatable elements.
Subclass:
180
Having inclined chute:
This subclass is indented under subclass 164. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus is provided with means having an
inclined chute allowing blanks, stock material, or formed
articles to move down for feeding or sorting.
(1) Note. The chutes usually have slots at the bottom
allowing for blanks, stock material, or articles to hang
supported by their heads.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
193, Conveyors, Chutes, Skids, Guides, and Ways, subclasses
2+ for chutes in general.
198, Conveyors: Power-Driven, subclass 389 for a
power-driven conveyor combined with a chute in which the
conveyed load is suspended for orientation, and subclass 311,
359+, 390 and 523+ for such a conveyor combined with a
chute.
221, Article Dispensing, subclasses 156+ for article
dispensing (feeding) not otherwise provided for, for feeding
and orienting asymmetrical articles.
Subclass:
181
TAP SPINDLE REVERSING DEVICE:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject
matter for means capable of changing the direction of
rotation of a cylindrical body, i.e., a spindle, used to
carry and support a male templet screw capable of cutting
threads, i.e., a tap, after a tapping operation is completed
to thereby withdraw the tap from a work product.
Subclass:
182
Having spur gears:
This subclass is indented under subclass 181. Subject matter
wherein the means comprises two or more gears having teeth
radially arrayed on their rims parallel to their axes, i.e.,
spur gears, wherein the gears are arranged such that an idler
gear may be engaged with the spur gears and thereby introduce
a change in direction of rotation of a driven gear and a
spindle associated therewith.
Subclass:
183
IMPLEMENT, E.G., DIE, ETC.:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject
matter for means comprising an elemental component used in
apparatus of superior subclasses to perform various functions
of those apparatus.
(1) Note. The patents in this and indented subclasses
consist of patents drawn to die, tap, punch, or similar
devices mountable in apparatus provided for higher in the
classification schedule.
Subclass:
184
Nail or screw capping die:
This subclass is indented under subclass 183. Subject matter
wherein the device is specially adapted for forming and
closing a nail and screw cap about the head of an article.
Subclass:
185
Screw threading die:
This subclass is indented under subclass 183. Subject matter
wherein the device is specially adapted for forming an
external ridge on a fastener.
Subclass:
186
Thread trimming:
This subclass is indented under subclass 185. Subject matter
wherein the device is provided with structure capable of
removing a portion of a formed thread thereby leaving a
portion of the end of the fastener unthreaded.
Subclass:
187
Radial chaser:
This subclass is indented under subclass 185. Subject matter
wherein the device comprises a bar-like structure having
shaping teeth at an inner end and capable of being radially
mounted in a die-head or holder.
Subclass:
188
Taper threading:
This subclass is indented under subclass 187. Subject matter
wherein the device comprises a structure are capable of
gradually receding during a threading operation thereby
producing a tapered thread wherein said receding is effected
either by a mechanism which moves the device away from the
blank or stock material or which controls the withdrawal of
the device from the blank or stock material due to pressure
created by the threading operation.
Subclass:
189
Having die-blade adjuster:
This subclass is indented under subclass 188. Subject matter
wherein the device is further provided with a member capable
of varying the position of the device with a die-head or
holder.
Subclass:
190
Adjustable:
This subclass is indented under subclass 187. Subject matter
wherein the device is provided with a mechanism capable of
varying the position of the device with the die-head or
holder.
Subclass:
191
Bolt or rivet forming die:
This subclass is indented under subclass 183. Subject matter
specially adapted to form an externally threaded fastener
structured to cooperate with and internally threaded
fastener, or a fastener provided with an end structure
consisting of a polyscrystalline metallic grain structure
which when subjected to an externally applied force is
plastically flowable.
Subclass:
192
Nail forming die:
This subclass is indented under subclass 183. Subject matter
specially adapted to form a fastener comprising a structure
having an impact receiving surface adapted to receive an
axially applied force which causes the fastener to penetrate
material, substructure, or other work desired to be
fastened.
Subclass:
193
Horseshoe type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 192. Subject matter
wherein the fastener is structured for securing a shoe to the
foot of a mammal in the family Equidae.
Subclass:
194
Cut:
This subclass is indented under subclass 193. Subject matter
wherein the fastener is formed by a process having a step of
penetrating stock material being used to form the fastener
with a sharp forming instrument of separating a portion of
stock material being used to form the fastener.
Subclass:
195
Wire type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 192. Subject matter
wherein the fastener is formed from an elongated piece of
metal stock having a circular cross sectional dimension which
is much smaller than the longitudinal dimension of the
stock.
Subclass:
196
Wrought type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 192. Subject matter
wherein the fastener is formed by a process having a step of
heating or cooling a fastener and a step of shaping the
fastener.
Subclass:
197
Nut or washer forming die:
This subclass is indented under subclass 183. Subject matter
wherein a fastener being formed is either: (a) provided with
an internal helical ridge; (b) comprises an annular element
adapted to be placed beneath the bearing surface of a bolt
head, nut, or similar article.
Subclass:
198
Tap:
This subclass is indented under subclass 183. Subject matter
otherwise unprovided for capable of forming an interior ridge
in a blank or stock material.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
29, Metal Working, subclass 281 for hand manipulated
assembling or disassembling tools which have grippers for
direct push or pull for tube applying or removing in which
the gripping means is thread tapping.
Subclass:
199
Combined:
This subclass is indented under subclass 198. Subject matter
having means or structure capable of performing operations
other than forming interior ridge forming.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
408, Cutting by Use of Rotating Axially Moving Tool,
subclasses 215+ for cutting dies which are rotated relative
to the work during operation.
Subclass:
200
Radially adjustable:
This subclass is indented under subclass 198. Subject matter
wherein the component is capable of being moved in a radial
direction relative to the blank or stock material being
subjected to an operation of this class.
Subclass:
201
Collapsible:
This subclass is indented under subclass 198. Subject matter
wherein the component is structured such that it may be
readily retracted toward the axis of the device to allow its
withdrawal from a formed hole without reversing any rotary
motion of the device.
Subclass:
202
Cam core:
This subclass is indented under subclass 201. Subject matter
wherein the device is actuated by a rotary mechanism which
engages a eccentrically shaped surface axially or
concentrically mounted relative to the device.
Subclass:
203
Wedge core:
This subclass is indented under subclass 201. Subject matter
wherein the device is actuated by a triangular shaped or
conical surface which engages the device.
Subclass:
204
Thread swage:
This subclass is indented under subclass 198. Subject matter
wherein the device is capable of forming screw threads by
shaping cold metal.
Subclass:
205
Bolt or rivet heading punch:
This subclass is indented under subclass 183. Subject matter
wherein the component is specially adapted for forming a head
on either: (A) an externally threaded fastener structured to
cooperate with an internally threaded fastener, or (B) a
fastener provided with an end structure consisting of a
polycrystalline metallic grain structure which when subjected
to an externally applied force is plastically flowable.
Subclass:
206
Nut or washer arbor:
This subclass is indented under subclass 190. Subject matter
wherein the component is specially adapted for supporting a
internally threaded fastener or an annular element adapted to
be placed beneath the bearing surface of a bolt head, nut, or
similar article during a forming operation.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
82, Turning, subclasses 168+ for work driving and
supporting mandrels placed between the centers of a lathe and
driving hollow work pieces by engaging their interior
surfaces.
269, Work Holders, appropriate subclasses. Class 269 is the
residual locus for patents to a device for clamping,
supporting and/or holding an article (or articles) in
position to be operated on or treated. See notes there-under
for other related loci.
Subclass:
207
Die holder:
This subclass is indented under subclass 190. Subject matter
wherein the component is specially adapted for supporting a
device for cutting out, forming, or stamping material.
Subclass:
208
Anvil:
This subclass is indented under subclass 190. Subject matter
wherein the component is specially adapted for providing a
generally flat, smooth hard material surface on which a metal
blank or stock material may be shaped.
(1) Note. An anvil usually consists of a very large block of
iron or steel for hand forging of metal material.
Subclass:
209
MISCELLANEOUS:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject
matter otherwise unprovided for in superior subclasses.
CROSS-REFERENCE ART COLLECTIONS
The patents in the following collections have been placed
without regard to their original classification or to their
claimed subject matter. These collections, therefore, are
only examples of the art encompassed by the definition and a
thorough search for a desired concept should include a search
in the preceding official subclasses.
Subclass:
900
FLOATING WORKHOLDER:
Art collection of apparatuses having a workholder capable of
drifting during a forming operation of this class.
Subclass:
901
PIPE OR ROD WORKHOLDER:
Art collection of devices capable of holding a pipe or rod
workpiece during a forming operation of this class.
Subclass:
902
WORKHOLDER INDEX:
Art collection of devices capable indicating or pointing to a
position on a workholder.
Subclass:
903
YIELDABLE SPINDLE:
Art collection of devices for a spindle capable of yielding
during a forming operation.
Subclass:
904
TURRET:
Art collection of devices for a turret for use with an
apparatus of this class.
Subclass:
905
WIRE COIL INSERT:
Art collection of apparatuses or methods for forming a wire
coil insert.
Subclass:
906
NYLON PLUG LOCK:
Art collection for a nylon plug insert.
Subclass:
907
CLUTCH NUT FEEDER:
Art collection for apparatuses or devices for feeding a
clutch nut.
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