EDGE CLIP
The S-shaped edge clamp with gripping tails addresses the challenge of securing parts to panels with variable thicknesses, ensuring secure attachment and resistance to vibrations and corrosion.
FR3168922A1Pending Publication Date: 2026-05-29ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- FR · FR
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC
- Filing Date
- 2025-11-21
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-29
AI Technical Summary
Technical Problem
Existing edge clamps struggle with attaching parts to panels with variable thicknesses and require additional time through openings, which can compromise structural integrity and corrosion resistance.
Method used
An edge clamp with S-shaped arms and tails that provide a gripping mechanism, allowing adaptation to various material thicknesses and resisting release due to environmental vibrations, with optional biting points for a firmer grip and multiple contact points.
Benefits of technology
The edge clamp effectively secures parts to panels with varying thicknesses, enhancing grip and resisting detachment, while maintaining structural integrity and corrosion resistance.
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Abstract
The invention relates to an edge clamp (102, 302). The edge clamp is suitable for attaching a part (504) to an edge (510) of a panel (506). The edge clamp comprises at least one substantially S-shaped arm (118). A first termination of the S-shaped arm is connected to a recess (108) of the edge clamp. A second termination (120) of the S-shaped arm is arranged to be directed outward from the edge clamp. At least one tail (122) is arranged on at least one substantially S-shaped arm. The tail is arranged to be directed inward from the edge clamp. Figure 1
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