Length-adjustable lifting console

The length-adjustable lifting console addresses the inefficiencies of multiple single-point lifting devices by allowing a single device to adapt to various applications, preventing misuse, and optimizing resource use through adjustable positioning and secure attachment.

DE102022106200B4Active Publication Date: 2026-01-15CATERPILLAR INC
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Application Number
DE102022106200
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DE · DE
Patent Type
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Priority Date
2021-03-30
Filing Date
2022-03-16
Publication Date
2026-01-15
Estimated Expiration
2042-03-16

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Technical Problem

Existing single-point lifting devices require multiple variations to handle different fastener lengths and hole depths, leading to confusion and potential misuse, damage, and resource inefficiency.

Method used

A length-adjustable lifting console with a threaded rod, bushing, lifting bracket, washer, and adjusting nut, allowing the lifting bracket to be positioned and secured on the rod for various applications, preventing misuse and optimizing resource use.

Benefits of technology

Enables a single device to adapt to different applications, reducing the need for multiple lifting devices, preventing improper use, and saving resources while ensuring secure attachment.

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Abstract

Length-adjustable lifting console arrangement (100), comprising: a threaded rod (110); a bushing (120) configured to fit onto the threaded rod (110) and provided with a thread for engagement with the threaded rod (110); a lifting console (130) comprising a receiving section (132) which includes a receiving bore (134), wherein the receiving section (132) is configured to be placed over the receiving bore (134) above the bushing (120); and an adjusting nut (150) comprising an inner surface having a threaded section (310) and a non-threaded section (320), wherein the threaded section (310) is configured for screwing onto the threaded rod (110) and the unthreaded section (320) is configured for placing onto the bushing (120), and wherein the adjusting nut (150) is configured to be screwed up and down with the bushing (120) on the threaded rod (110) in order to adjust a position of the lifting console (130) on the threaded rod (110).
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Description

Technical field

[0001] The present disclosure relates generally to a lifting device and, for example, to a length-adjustable lifting console. State of the art

[0002] A single-point lifting device (also called a lifting eye, lifting link, lifting link bracket, or lifting bracket) can be used to secure (e.g., attach) a component to be lifted. The single-point lifting device may have a hole that accepts a fastener. The fastener may be inserted (in addition to being received through the hole in the lifting device) into a hole in the component to secure the lifting device to the component. The single-point lifting device can be raised (e.g., by means of a chain attached to the lifting device), thereby lifting the component (attached to the lifting device).

[0003] There are currently a large number of single-point lifting devices on the market. Manufacturers of single-point lifting devices typically sell several variations of a single-point lifting device. These variations (for the same single-point lifting device) may be designed for different fastener lengths, different hole depths (of the holes in the components being lifted), and / or different through-hole applications. As a result of these variations, a technician may need to carry an excessive number of single-point lifting devices to perform different types of lifting tasks.

[0004] Additionally, the variations can lead to confusion among technicians when it comes to selecting the appropriate fastener for a particular variation of a single-point lifting device. As a result of this confusion, a technician might select and use the wrong fastener for that specific variation. Using the wrong fastener can lead to improper use of the single-point lifting device, including, for example, improper attachment of the device to the component being lifted, damage to the component being lifted, or damage to the device itself.

[0005] U.S. Patent 8,201,867 B2 (the '867 Patent) discloses an omnipositional lifting ring assembly comprising a bushing element having a sleeve with an axial length, a proximal end, and a distal end. The '867 Patent also discloses that the sleeve has an internal thread extending at least partially along the axial length of the sleeve. The '867 Patent further discloses that a fastening screw element has a principal axis, a head, and a shank arranged substantially coaxially about the principal axis. However, the '867 Patent does not disclose that the omnipositional lifting ring assembly can be adapted for different fastening element lengths, for different bore depths (of bores in the components to be lifted), and / or for different through-hole applications.

[0006] US Patent 2002 1641 98 A1 discloses a lifting console assembly comprising a threaded rod with a bushing and a body with recesses that can be fitted onto the bushing. The recesses are configured to receive enlarged ends of a U-shaped lifting ring.

[0007] US Patent 6,199,925 B1 discloses a lifting console arrangement comprising a shaft element, a pressure element and a lifting ring with a transversely arranged pivot structure into which a retaining flange captive engages.

[0008] The length-adjustable lifting console of the present disclosure solves one or more of the problems listed above and / or other prior art problems. Brief description

[0009] Starting from the known prior art, it is an object of the present invention to provide an improved lifting console arrangement and an improved lifting system in order to perform a variety of lifting tasks with a single device. According to the invention, this object is achieved by a lifting console arrangement according to claim 1 and a lifting system according to claim 2.In some implementations, a length-adjustable lifting console assembly includes a threaded rod; a bushing configured to mount onto the threaded rod, with a thread for engagement with the threaded rod; a lifting console comprising a receiving section that includes a receiving bore, wherein the receiving section is configured to mount onto the bushing through the receiving bore; and an adjusting nut having an internal surface comprising a threaded section and an unthreaded section, wherein the threaded section is configured to screw onto the threaded rod and the unthreaded section is configured to mount onto the bushing, and wherein the adjusting nut is configured to screw onto and off the threaded rod with the bushing to adjust a position of the lifting console on the threaded rod.

[0010] In some implementations, a lifting component includes a rod with a threaded section; a bushing configured to mount onto the threaded section; a lifting console with a receiving section containing a receiving bore, the receiving section being configured to mount onto the bushing through the receiving bore; and an adjusting nut, the adjusting nut being configured to screw onto the threaded section and to provide access over a section of the bushing, and the adjusting nut being configured to screw onto and off the threaded section with the bushing to adjust a position of the lifting console on the rod.

[0011] In some implementations, a lifting system comprises: a rod with a threaded section; and a lifting console arrangement as above, configured for an up-and-down movement of the threaded section. Brief description of the drawings Fig. Figure 1 is an exploded view of an exemplary length-adjustable lifting console described herein. Fig. Figure 2 is a representation of an exemplary perspective view of a length-adjustable lifting console described herein. Fig. Figure 3 is a representation of an exemplary cross-sectional view of the length-adjustable lifting console described herein. Fig. Figure 4 is an example perspective view of the length-adjustable lifting console described herein. Fig. Figure 5 is an example exploded view of the length-adjustable lifting console described herein. Detailed description

[0012] The present disclosure relates to a length-adjustable lifting bracket. In some implementations, the length-adjustable lifting bracket comprises a threaded rod, a bushing, a lifting bracket, a washer, an adjusting nut (e.g., a modified hexagonal nut), and an installation nut. The bushing is inserted into a receiving bore of the lifting bracket. A washer is then mounted onto the bushing on top of the lifting bracket. The adjusting nut is then press-fitted onto the bushing. The lifting bracket is secured (e.g., permanently secured) by a combination of bushing, washer, and adjusting nut. The lifting bracket, bushing, washer, and adjusting nut can form a lifting bracket assembly. The lifting bracket assembly is screwed onto the threaded rod by means of the adjusting nut. Finally, the installation nut is screwed onto an upper section of the threaded rod and secured (e.g., by means of a socket).permanently attached). The lifting console is configured in such a way that it cannot be removed from the threaded rod.

[0013] The combination of bushing and adjusting nut allows the lifting bracket to be positioned on the threaded rod, enabling flush mounting of the lifting bracket assembly with a surface of the component to be lifted. An adjustable threaded rod length (e.g., an extended threaded rod length) allows the lifting bracket to be used in a variety of applications (e.g., standard-depth threaded holes, countersunk holes, and unthreaded through holes of various sizes). For example, adjusting the position of the lifting bracket assembly allows the threaded rod length to be adapted for the applications mentioned above. Additionally, the length-adjustable lifting bracket described herein saves resources (e.g., computing resources, energy resources, material resources, network resources) that would be required to manufacture and deploy various non-length-adjustable lifting brackets for different types of applications.

[0014] Fig. Figure 1 is an exploded view of an exemplary length-adjustable lifting console 100 described herein. As in Fig. As shown in Figure 1, the length-adjustable lifting bracket 100 can include a rod 110, a bushing component 120, a lifting bracket 130, a washer 140, a first threaded component 150, and a second threaded component 160. In some implementations, one or more of the rod 110, bushing component 120, lifting bracket 130, washer 140, first threaded component 150, or second threaded component 160 can be made of a metal such as, but not limited to, titanium, aluminum, steel, brass, or bronze.

[0015] The rod 110 can be a threaded rod comprising a first threaded section 112, an unthreaded section 114 (or a modified section), and a second threaded section 116. The first threaded section 112 comprises a first end 118 and a second end 119 opposite the first end 118. As further explained below, the bushing component 120, the lifting bracket 130, the washer 140, the first threaded component 150, and the second threaded component 160 can be configured to screw onto the first threaded section 112, with the second threaded component 160 configured to screw onto it adjacent to the first end 118 of the first threaded section 112.

[0016] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 1, an unthreaded section 114 can be provided between the first threaded section 112 and the second threaded section 116. The unthreaded section 114 can be configured to prevent movement of the bushing component 120, the lifting bracket 130, the washer 140, and the first threaded component 150 at the second end 119 of the first threaded section 112. As shown in Fig. As shown in Figure 1, the unthreaded section 114 can have a larger diameter than the rod 110. Alternatively, the unthreaded section 114 can also be modified (e.g., hammered or crimped). For example, the unthreaded section 114 can be configured to prevent movement of the bushing component 120, the lifting bracket 130, the washer 140, and the first threaded component 150 along the second threaded section 116. The second threaded section 116 can be configured to be inserted into a bore of a component to be lifted (e.g., for lifting with the length-adjustable lifting bracket 100). The bushing component 120 can include a flanged section 122, a bushing section 124, and a locking nut section 126. The flanged section 122 extends radially from the bushing section 124.The flange section 122 can prevent movement of the lifting console 130 under the bushing component 120 after the lifting console 130 has been placed over the bushing section 124. As shown in . Fig. As shown in Figure 1, the shape of the locking nut section 126 of the bushing component 120 is circular. Alternatively, the shape of the locking nut section 126 can also be square or hexagonal, to name just a few examples. As shown in Fig. As shown in Figure 1, the bushing component 120 is depicted as a bushing. Alternatively, the bushing component 120 can also be a nut (e.g., an adjusting nut that facilitates positioning the lifting bracket 130 on the rod 110) or another type of mechanical fastener or hardware. The lifting bracket 130 can include a receiving section 132, a receiving bore 134, and connecting links 136. The receiving section 132 can be configured to fit onto the bushing section 124 of the bushing component 120 via the receiving bore 134. A lower face of the receiving section 132 can be provided above an upper face of the flanged section 122 of the bushing component 120 when the receiving section 132 is fitted onto the bushing section 124. In some implementations, another element (e.g.,A washer is inserted between the lower surface of the receiving section 132 and the upper surface of the flanged section 122 of the bushing component 120. The connecting links 136 can be configured to receive one or more chains (or cables or ropes). In this respect, the lifting console 130 can be raised via the one or more chains, thereby lifting a component (attached to the lifting console 130). The lifting console 130 and the number of connecting links 136 are merely examples. Other examples of lifting devices without connecting links or with a different number of connecting links may be applicable to the present disclosure.

[0017] The washer 140 can be configured to fit onto the bushing section 124. The washer 140 can be positioned between the upper surface of the receiving section 132 of the lifting console 130 and the lower surface of the first threaded component 150. The first threaded component 150 can be configured to screw onto the first threaded section 112 of the rod 110 and to fit onto the locking nut section 126 of the bushing component 120. As in Fig. As shown in Figure 1, the first threaded component 150 is depicted as a nut (e.g., an adjusting nut that facilitates positioning the lifting bracket 130 on the rod 110) with a hexagonal shape. Alternatively, the first threaded component 150 can also be another type of mechanical fastener, and its shape can be, among others, square or circular.

[0018] The shape of a section of the inner surface of the first threaded component 150 can correspond to the shape of an outer surface of the bushing component 120 (e.g., to the shape of the locking nut section 126 of the bushing component 120), as described below in conjunction with Fig. 3 explained in more detail. In this respect, when such a section (the inner surface of the first threaded component 150) is placed on the locking nut section 126 of the bushing component 120, a movement (e.g. a threaded movement) of the first threaded component 150 (e.g. up or down on the rod 110) can cause a corresponding movement (e.g. a corresponding threaded movement) of the bushing component 120, thereby adjusting the position of the lifting console 130 on the rod 110.

[0019] The second threaded component 160 can be configured to screw onto the first threaded section 112 of the rod 110. As shown in Fig. In Figure 1, the second threaded component 160 is shown as a nut (e.g., a lock nut) with a hexagonal shape. Alternatively, the second threaded component 160 can also be another type of mechanical fastener, and its shape can be, among others, square or circular.

[0020] In some implementations, the bushing component 120, the lifting bracket 130, the washer 140, and the first threaded component 150 can be assembled to form a lifting bracket assembly. For example, the lifting bracket 130 can be placed on the bushing component 120 (as explained above), the washer 140 can be placed on the lifting bracket 130 (as explained above), and the first threaded component 150 can be placed on the bushing component 120 (as explained above). The lifting bracket assembly can be screwed onto the rod 110 (e.g., from the first threaded section 112). The second threaded component 160 can be screwed onto the rod 110 (e.g., from the first threaded section 112) after the lifting bracket assembly has been screwed onto the rod 110.

[0021] In some implementations, the second threaded component 160 can be permanently screwed onto the rod 110 (e.g., a fixed nut permanently screwed onto the rod 110) to prevent the lifting console assembly from being removed from the rod 110.

[0022] The lifting console assembly can be configured to screw up and down onto the first threaded section 112 of the rod 110 based on the movement of the first threaded component 150 (e.g., screwing up and down onto the rod 110). The movement of the first threaded component 150 can be caused by a tool such as a wrench, ratchet, socket, pliers, and the like. Additionally or alternatively, the movement of the first threaded component 150 can be caused by a person's fingers. The first threaded component 150 can be configured to screw up and down onto the rod 110 so that the lifting console assembly can be screwed up and down onto the rod 110, thereby adjusting the position of the lifting console 130 on the rod 110 between the first end 118 and the second end 119 of the first threaded section 112.

[0023] Adjusting the position of the lifting bracket 130 allows the length of the rod 110 to be adapted for different applications. For example, the length of the rod 110 can be adjusted so that the lifting bracket 130 can be used in a variety of applications (e.g., in standard-depth tapped holes, countersunk holes, unthreaded through holes of varying diameters, and the like). For instance, the position of the lifting bracket 130 can be set to a first position when the second threaded section 116 of the rod 110 is inserted (or screwed) into a standard-depth tapped hole; the position of the lifting bracket 130 can be set to a second position when the second threaded section 116 of the rod 110 is inserted (or screwed) into a countersunk hole, and so on.

[0024] In other words, the position of the lifting bracket 130 can be adjusted based on a bore (e.g., based on the depth of the bore) so that the length of the rod 110 can be adapted to the bore (e.g., to the depth of the bore). Additionally, the position of the lifting bracket 130 on the rod 110 can be adjusted (after the second threaded section 116 has been inserted into a component to be lifted) to mount the lifting bracket 130 flush (or substantially flush) with a surface of the component, thus properly securing the lifting bracket 130 to the component.

[0025] As stated above, Fig. 1 is provided as an example. Other examples may differ from what is associated with Fig. 1 was described.

[0026] Fig. Figure 2 is an exemplary perspective view of a length-adjustable lifting console 100 described herein. The elements of the length-adjustable lifting console 100 have been described above with respect to Fig. 1 described. As in Fig. As shown in Figure 2, the bushing component 120 is screwed onto the first threaded section 112 of the rod 110 (as explained above). The lifting bracket 130 is placed onto the bushing section 124 of the bushing component 120 of the rod 110 (as explained previously). For example, the receiving section 132 (of the lifting bracket 130) is placed onto the bushing section 124 of the bushing component 120 through the receiving bore 134. In some examples, the lifting bracket 130 may be configured to pivot around the rod 110. Additionally or alternatively, the lifting bracket 130 may be configured to lock in a horizontal position around the rod 110. The washer 140 is provided above the lifting bracket 130 (as explained previously). In some examples, the washer 140 may be placed above the bushing section 124.The first threaded component 150 is screwed onto the first threaded section 112 of the rod 110 and placed onto the locking nut section 126 of the bushing component 120 (as previously explained). The second threaded component 160 is screwed onto the first threaded section 112 of the rod 110 after the first threaded component 150 has been screwed onto the first threaded section 112.

[0027] As explained above, the bushing component 120, the lifting bracket 130, the washer 140, and the first threaded component 150 can form the lifting bracket assembly, which can be screwed onto or off the first threaded section 112 of the rod 110 to adjust the position of the lifting bracket 130 on the rod 110. The unthreaded section 114 can prevent movement of the lifting bracket assembly along the second threaded section 116. The second threaded component 160 can prevent the lifting bracket assembly from being removed from the rod 110.

[0028] As stated above, Fig. 2 is provided as an example. Other examples may differ from what is associated with Fig. 2 was described.

[0029] Fig. Figure 3 is a representation of an exemplary cross-sectional view of the in Fig. 2 described length-adjustable lifting console 100. The elements of the length-adjustable lifting console 100 were described above with regard to Fig. 2 described.

[0030] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 3, the inner surface of the first threaded component 150 can include a threaded section of the nut 310 (or a threaded section) and an unthreaded section of the nut 320 (or a threadless section). The threaded section of the nut 310 can be screwed onto the first threaded section 112 of the rod 110. The unthreaded section of the nut 320 can be placed over the locking nut section 126 of the bushing component 120. One shape of the unthreaded section of the nut 320 of the first threaded component 150 can correspond to the shape of the locking nut section 126 of the bushing component 120. In some examples, the shape of the unthreaded section of the nut 320 can be circular. Alternatively, the shape of the unthreaded section of the nut 320 can also be square or hexagonal, to name just a few examples. As shown in Figure 3, the unthreaded section of the nut 320 can be square or hexagonal, to name just a few examples. Fig. As shown in Figure 3, the unthreaded section of the nut 320 can be recessed relative to the lower surface of the first threaded component 150.

[0031] As in Fig. Figure 3 shows the unthreaded section of the nut 320 as a sliding / clearance fit over the locking nut section 126. Alternatively, the unthreaded section of the nut 320 can be provided as an interference fit over the locking nut section 126.

[0032] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 3, the inner surface of the bushing component 120 can include an inner bushing section 330 and an inner bushing section 340. The inner bushing section 330 can be screwed onto the first threaded section 112 of the rod 110. In some examples, an inner surface of the bushing component 120 may be unthreaded (e.g., without threads). For example, the entire inner surface of the bushing component 120 may be unthreaded (e.g., without threads). The inner bushing section 340 is provided to allow clearance of the bushing component 120 over the unthreaded section 114 of the rod 110 so that the lifting bracket 130 is flush (or substantially flush) with the surface of the component to be lifted, thereby enabling the lifting bracket 130 to be properly attached to the component.

[0033] In some examples, the second threaded component 160 can be adjacent to the first end 118 of the first threaded section 112 of the rod 110. As in Fig. As shown in Figure 3, the upper surface of the second threaded component 160 can be flush (or substantially flush) with respect to the first end 118 of the first threaded section 112 of the rod 110.

[0034] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 3, the threadless section 114 can have a length L U have. In some implementations, L U be proportional to the diameter of the rod 110. L U For example, half the diameter of the rod 110 can be the diameter. The second threaded section 116 can have a length L. S have. In some implementations, L S be proportional to the diameter of the rod 110. For example, L S The second threaded component 160 can have a length L. F have. In some implementations, L F be proportional to the diameter of the rod 110. For example, L FThe lengths should be one and a half times the diameter of the 110 mm rod. The proportions of the different lengths in relation to the diameter of the 110 mm rod are given only as an example. Other examples may differ from the exemplary proportions given here.

[0035] As stated above, Fig. 3 is provided as an example. Other examples may differ from what is associated with Fig. 3 was described.

[0036] Fig. Figure 4 is an exemplary perspective view of a length-adjustable lifting console 400 described herein. The elements of the length-adjustable lifting console 400 have been described above with respect to Fig. 1-3 described. As in Fig. As shown in Figure 4, the length-adjustable lifting console 400 can include a fastening element 410 instead of the rod 110 and the second threaded component 160. The fastening element 410 can include a fastening element head 412, a first threaded section 414, a threaded section with a modified fastening element 416, and a second threaded section 418.

[0037] In some implementations, the bushing component 120, the lifting console 130, the washer 140, and the first threaded component 150 can be assembled to form the lifting console assembly (as described above in connection with Fig. 1 and Fig. 2 described). The lifting bracket assembly can be screwed up from the second threaded section 418 to the first threaded section 414 of the fastener 410. The fastener head 412 can prevent the bracket assembly from being removed from the fastener 410 (as described above). A section of the thread of the fastener 410 can be modified (e.g., hammered or crimped) to form a modified section (e.g., the threaded section with modified fastener 416) after the lifting bracket assembly has been screwed up to the first threaded section of the fastener 414. The threaded section with modified fastener 416 can prevent movement of the lifting bracket assembly to the second threaded section of the fastener 418. The lifting bracket assembly can be screwed onto and off the first threaded section of the fastener 414 as described above. Fig. 1-3 explained.

[0038] As stated above, Fig. 4 is provided as an example. Other examples may differ from what is associated with Fig. 4 was described. Fig. Figure 5 is an example exploded view of the length-adjustable lifting console 500 described herein. The elements of the length-adjustable lifting console 500 have been described above with respect to the Fig. 1-4 described. As in Fig. As shown in Figure 5, one form of the locking nut section 126 of the bushing component 120 is a hexagonal shape. The first threaded component 150 can be attached to the bushing component 120 in various ways. Additionally or alternatively, the first threaded component 150 and the bushing component 120 can be welded, soldered, or bonded together, among other methods.

[0039] As stated above, Fig. 5 is provided as an example. Other examples may differ from what is associated with Fig. 5 was described. Commercial applicability

[0040] The present disclosure relates to a length-adjustable lifting bracket. In some implementations, the length-adjustable lifting bracket comprises a threaded rod, a bushing, a lifting bracket, and a nut. A combination of bushing and nut allows the position of the lifting bracket to be adjusted on the threaded rod in order to mount a lifting element flush with a surface of a component to be lifted. Adjusting the position of the lifting bracket allows the length of the threaded rod to be adapted for different applications (as described above).

[0041] The lifting bracket can be secured (e.g., permanently secured) to the threaded rod by the combination of bushing and nut. Attaching the lifting bracket to the threaded rod prevents the use of an incorrect fastener with the lifting bracket (e.g., because the threaded rod is designed precisely to a manufacturer's specifications for the lifting bracket). By ensuring that the threaded rod is precisely matched to the specifications of the lifting bracket, the length-adjustable lifting bracket can, among other things, prevent improper use of the lifting bracket, improper attachment of the lifting bracket to a component being lifted, damage to the component being lifted, and damage to the lifting bracket itself. Additionally, the length-adjustable lifting bracket described herein saves resources (e.g.,(including computing resources, energy resources, material resources, network resources), which would be required, among other things, for the manufacture of various non-length-adjustable lifting consoles for different types of applications, in order to use various non-length-adjustable lifting consoles for different types of applications.

[0042] The foregoing disclosure provides an illustration and description, but is not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the implementations to the precise forms disclosed. Modifications and variations may be made in light of the above disclosure or obtained from practical implementations. Furthermore, all implementations described herein may be combined unless the foregoing disclosure expressly provides a reason why one or more implementations cannot be combined. Even if specific combinations of features are presented in the claims and / or disclosed in the document, these combinations are not intended to limit the disclosure of the various implementations.Although each dependent claim listed below can only depend directly on one other claim, the disclosure of the various implementations includes each dependent claim in combination with each other claim in the claim set.

[0043] In the form used herein, “a” and “a sentence” are to include one or more elements and can be used interchangeably with “one or more.” Furthermore, the article “the,” as used herein, is to include one or more things referred to in conjunction with the article “the” and can be used interchangeably with “the one or the several.” Moreover, the phrase “based on” is to mean “at least partly based on” unless explicitly stated otherwise. The term “or,” as used herein, is to be inclusive even when used in a series and can be used interchangeably with “and / or” unless explicitly stated otherwise (e.g., when used in combination with “one of the two” or “only one of”).Furthermore, spatially relative terms such as "below," "lower," "above," "upper," and the like may be used herein to facilitate description and to describe the relationship of one element or feature to one or more other elements or features as illustrated in the figures. These spatially relative terms are intended to encompass, in addition to the orientation shown in the figures, various orientations of the device and / or element during its use or operation. The device may be oriented differently (rotated by 90 degrees or in other orientations), and the spatially relative descriptors used herein may likewise be interpreted accordingly. Reference symbol list 100 Hub console arrangement 110 threaded rod, rod 112 Threaded section, first section of the threaded rod, threaded section 114 Threaded section, third section of the threaded rod, unthreaded section 116 Threaded section, second section of the threaded rod 118 first end 119 second end 120 socket, socket component 122 Flange section 124 socket section 126 Locking nut section, section of an outer surface of the bushing 130 Hub console 132 Recording section 134 Mounting hole 136 Connecting link 140 Washer 150 adjusting nut, threaded component 160 second threaded component, installation nut 310 Thread section of the nut, second section of the inner surface of the first thread component 320 unthreaded section of the nut, second section of the inner surface of the first threaded component 330 first section of the inner surface of the second thread component 340 second section of the inner surface of the second thread component 400 Hub console 410 Fastening element 412 Fastener head 414 first threaded section of the fastening element 416 Threaded section with modified fastening element 418 second thread chamfer of the fastening element

Claims

[1] Length-adjustable lifting console arrangement (100), comprising: a threaded rod (110); a bushing (120) configured to fit onto the threaded rod (110) and provided with a thread for engagement with the threaded rod (110); a lifting console (130) comprising a receiving section (132) which includes a receiving bore (134), wherein the receiving section (132) is configured to be placed over the receiving bore (134) above the bushing (120); and an adjusting nut (150) comprising an inner surface having a threaded section (310) and a non-threaded section (320), wherein the threaded section (310) is configured for screwing onto the threaded rod (110) and the unthreaded section (320) is configured for placing onto the bushing (120), and wherein the adjusting nut (150) is configured to be screwed up and down with the bushing (120) on the threaded rod (110) in order to adjust a position of the lifting console (130) on the threaded rod (110). [2] Length-adjustable lifting console arrangement (100) according to claim 1, wherein the threaded rod (110) comprises a first section (112), a second section (116) and a third section (114) between the first section (112) and the second section (114), wherein the first section (112) and the second section (116) are provided with a thread, and the third section (114) is not threaded. [3] Length-adjustable lifting console arrangement (100) according to claim 2, wherein the third section (114) prevents the bushing (120) and the lifting console (130) from being screwed beyond the first section (112). [4] Length-adjustable lifting console arrangement (100) according to one of claims 1 to 3, further comprising an installation nut (160), wherein the installation nut (160) is configured to be screwed onto a section (118) of the threaded rod (110). [5] Length-adjustable lifting console arrangement (100) according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein a shape of the threadless section (320) of the adjusting nut (150) corresponds to a shape of the locking nut section (126) of the bushing (120). [6] Lifting system, comprising: a rod (110) with a threaded section (112); and a lifting console arrangement (100) according to one of claims 1-5, which is configured for upward and downward movement on the threaded section (112). [7] Lifting system according to claim 6, wherein the threaded section (112) is a first threaded section (112), wherein the rod (110) further comprises a second threaded section (116) and a non-threaded section (114) between the first threaded section (112) and the second threaded section (116), and wherein the unthreaded section (114) prevents movement of the lifting console assembly (100) along the second threaded section (116). [8] Lifting system according to one of claims 6 and 7, wherein an inner surface of the bushing component (120) is provided with a thread, wherein a first section (330) of an inner surface of the threaded component is provided with a thread, and wherein a second section (340) of the inner surface of the threaded component is not provided with a thread. [9] Lifting system according to one of claims 6 to 8, wherein the shape of a section (126) of an outer surface of the bushing component (120) corresponds to a shape of a second section (320) of the inner surface of the threaded component (150), and wherein the second section (320) is placed over the section of the outer surface of the bushing component (120).

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