An interconnector for a modular press brake

Abstract

The present disclosure provides connectors for use with extruded rails of a press brake. In particular, the connectors and extruded rails have grooves and corresponding indentations to align and lock adjacent rails to one another. The connectors and rails are comprised of openings to receive a fastener and lock the connectors and rails together. A mounting mechanism is also provided, slidable along the extruded rails. The mounting mechanism is comprised of a channel and stepped portion to engage with the rail of the press brake for locking and unlocking the mounting mechanism along the length of the press brake. A coil winder is also provided, either standalone vertical or horizontal and releasably securable to a press brake.

Description

[0001] AN INTERCONNECTOR FOR A MODULAR PRESS BRAKE

[0002] FIELD

[0003] The disclosure relates to the field of construction, and more speci fically to an extrusion connector, mounting mechanism and coil winder for use with press brakes and press brake accessories .

[0004] BACKGROUND

[0005] Press brakes have been around for decades without much innovation . They are bulky and heavy, which makes it di f ficult to store them, manufacture them, or ship them e f ficiently . Although there exist modular press brakes such as the one described in Patent Application No . PCT / CA2022 / 051831 , there is a need for an improved connecting means to better assemble , connect and align the various extrusions of the press brake . Additionally, there is a need for a tool to accurately and securely mount accessories onto the press brakes .

[0006] Press brakes are often connected to rolls of coiled sheet metal . However, it is awkward to connect these rolls and even more strenuous to cut the sheet metal once rolled out . As such, there is a need for an adj ustable dispensing means for a coil for use in press brakes . The dispensing means would be adj ustable for any si ze of roll and be positioned vertically or hori zontally . Preferably, the dispending means would have a reversible cutting tool to cut the sheet metal . SUMMARY

[0007] In an aspect , the present disclosure provides a modular press brake comprising : at least one base rail ; at least one bending rail operatively connected to the at least one base rail for bending materials ; at least one locking rail engageable with the bending rail to lock the materials in the modular press brake ; and, a plurality of connectors for interconnecting the at least one base rail , bending rail and locking rail , wherein a first connector of the plurality of connectors is positioned within the at least one base rail , the f irst connector to align and connect the at least one base rail to an adj acent base rail , and wherein a second connector of the plurality of connectors is positioned with the at least one bending rail , the second connector to align and connect the at least one bending rail to an adj acent bending rail , and wherein a third connector of the plurality of connectors is positioned with the at least one locking rail , the third connector to align and connect the at least one locking rail to an adj acent locking rail .

[0008] In another aspect , the present disclosure provides a connector for use in a modular press brake , the connector comprising : an interconnection channel positioned along a length of the connector ; and, a plurality of cavities configured to receive a fastener to secure the connector to a rail of the modular press brake , wherein the connector secures and aligns the rail to an adj acent rail of the modular press brake .

[0009] In yet another aspect , the present disclosure provides a connector to connect two obj ects together, the connector comprising : an interconnection channel positioned along a length of the connector ; and, a plurality of cavities configured to receive a fastener to secure the connector to each one of the two obj ects , wherein the connector is positioned within a section of the two obj ects and secures and aligns a first obj ect to a second, adj acent obj ect of the two obj ects .

[0010] In yet another aspect , the present disclosure provides : a mounting mechanism for use in a modular press brake , the mounting mechanism comprising : a main body further comprised of a locking channel , the locking channel extending from a first side of the mounting mechanism to a second side of the mounting mechanism; a wedge member operatively engaged with the main body, the wedge member further comprised of a stepped portion extending from the first side to the second side ; and, a fastener operatively engaged with the main body and the wedge member, the fastener configured to lock and unlock the mounting mechanism to the press brake .

[0011] In yet another aspect , the present disclosure provides : a coil winder for use in a press brake , the coil winder comprising : a housing to support a coiled material ; a pair of dispensing brackets connected to the housing, the pair of dispensing brackets having at least one roller operatively engaged with the coiled material ; and, a cutting blade to cut the coiled material .

[0012] BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0013] The following figures serve to illustrate various embodiments of features of the disclosure . These figures are illustrative and are not intended to be limiting .

[0014] Figure 1 is a perspective view of a base rail interconnected to a bending rail and locking rail for a modular press brake , according to an embodiment of the present disclosure ;

[0015] Figure 2 is an enlarged perspective view of a connector positioned within the locking rail , according to an embodiment of the present disclosure ;

[0016] Figure 3 is another enlarged perspective view of the connector positioned within the locking rail , according to an embodiment of the present disclosure ;

[0017] Figure 4 is an enlarged perspective view of the connector, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure ;

[0018] Figure 5 is a side cross-sectional view of the base rail interconnected to the bending rail and locking rail for a modular press brake , according to an embodiment of the present disclosure ;

[0019] Figure 6 is a perspective view of a mounting mechanism within the locking rail for use with the modular press brake , according to an embodiment of the present disclosure ;

[0020] Figure 7 is a perspective view of the mounting mechanism of Figure 6 , according to an embodiment of the present disclosure ;

[0021] Figure 8 is a perspective view of a standalone coil winder, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure ; Figure 9 is a rear perspective view of a hori zontal coil winder releasably secured to a press brake , according to an embodiment of the present disclosure ;

[0022] Figure 10 is a front perspective view of a hori zontal coil winder releasably secured to a press brake , according to an embodiment of the present disclosure ;

[0023] Figure 11 is a perspective view of an attachment mechanism of the coil winder of Figure 9 , according to an embodiment of the present disclosure ;

[0024] Figure 12 is a perspective view of a housing mounted on the attachment mechanism of the coil winder of Figure 9 , according to an embodiment of the present disclosure ;

[0025] Figure 13 is a perspective view of a vertical coil winder, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure ;

[0026] Figure 14 is an enlarged perspective view of a foot latch of the vertical coil winder of Figure 13 , according to an embodiment of the present disclosure ; and,

[0027] Figure 15 is an enlarged perspective view of a dispensing bracket having a coil support and brace of the vertical coil winder of Figure 13 , according to an embodiment of the present disclosure ;

[0028] Figure 16 is an enlarged perspective view of a dispensing bracket of the vertical coil winder of Figure 13 , according to an embodiment of the present disclosure ; and,

[0029] Figure 17 is a perspective view of a standalone coi l winder having a measuring apparatus , according to an embodiment of the present disclosure . DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0030] The following embodiments are merely illustrative and are not intended to be limiting. It will be appreciated that various modifications and / or alterations to the embodiments described herein may be made without departing from the disclosure and any modifications and / or alterations are within the scope of the contemplated disclosure.

[0031] With reference to Figures 1, 2, 3 and 4 and according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, an interconnection between rails of a press brake is shown. In particular, a base rail 10, bending rail 15 operatively connected to the base rail 10, and a locking rail 20 engageable with the bending rail 15 to lock a material such as sheet metal in the press brake are shown. A plurality of connectors 25 are also shown, the connectors 25 configured to be positioned within each of the base, bending and locking rail 10, 15, 20. Although a plurality of connectors 25 are shown in each of the base, bending and locking rails 10, 15, and 20, the rails 10, 15, and 20 may each have any number of connectors 25. Due to the modularity of the press brake, it is desirable to have multiple rails 10, 15 20 connected to adjacent rails, which allows for lengthier press brakes. Indeed, a modular press brake allows for simpler manufacturing of the press brake, easier and cheaper shipping, as well as simpler assembly. Therefore, a purpose of the connectors 25 is to align and connect adjacent rails to one another. Indeed, the connectors are comprised of two grooves 30, 32 configured to cooperate with corresponding indentations 40, 42 of the rails 10, 15, 20. In an embodiment, at least one of the grooves 30, 32 extend longitudinally along a portion of the length of the connectors 25. In another embodiment, at least one of the grooves 30, 32 extend longitudinally along an entire length of the connectors 25. In an embodiment, the indentations 40, 42 extend longitudinally along a portion of the length of the rails 10, 15, 20. In another embodiment, the indentations 40, 42 extend longitudinally along an entire length of the rails 10, 15, 20. Indeed, the indentations 40, 42 may extend discretely along a length of the rails 10, 15, 20 or uniformly along the length. The indentations 40, 42 may take the form of a plurality of projections, provided that they are aligned along a length of the rails 10, 15, 20. The grooves 30, 32 provide for proper alignment of the base rail 10 to an adjacent base rail, as well as bending rail 15 to an adjacent bending rail, and locking rail 20 to an adjacent locking rail. Additionally, the grooves 30, 32 provide for proper alignment for any other extrusions, including for example back rails (not shown) or other rails. A worker skilled in the art would appreciate that although two grooves 30, 32 and two indentations 40, 42 are shown, any number of grooves and corresponding indentations may be possible. The connectors 25 are also comprised of cavities 50 through which may be fitted a fastener (not shown) . The cavities 50 are positioned along a middle portion of the connectors 25, in between the pair of grooves 30, 32. The cavities 50 are designed to align with openings 55 in the rails 10, 15, 20. The openings 55 are comprised of an angular bevel 60 to widen the mouth of the openings 55. Similarly, the cavities 50 are also comprised of an outwardly tapered upper end 65 to better receive the fastener (not shown) and properly align adjacent rails. Indeed, the angular bevel 60 and the outwardly tapered upper end 65 cooperate with one another to better receive the fastener (not shown) and align and connect the adjacent rails.

[0032] With reference to Figure 5 and according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, a side view of the interconnection between the base rail 10, bending rail 15 and locking rail 20 is shown. Each one of the base, bending and locking rails 10, 15, 20 are extruded, such extrusion defining inner surfaces 70, 75, 80. The longitudinal indentations 40, 42 protrude from these inner surfaces 70, 75, 80. As such, a plurality of connectors 25 are positioned on the base, bending and locking rails 10, 15, 20. More specifically, the connectors 25 are aligned with the various longitudinal indentations 40 to properly connect and align the base, bending and locking rails 10, 15, 20 to adjacent base, bending and locking rails (not shown) , respectively. It is understood that this particular view does not show other rails or extrusions; however, they can be interconnected in the same manner.

[0033] It should be understood that although the grooves 30, 32 are shown positioned on the connectors 25 and the indentations 40, 42 are shown positioned on the rails 10, 15, 20, the opposite formation may be possible. The connectors 25 are ultimately comprised of an interconnection channel, the interconnection channel being one of the grooves or indentations, provided the rail has the opposite corresponding structure. Although the grooves 30, 32 extend along a length of either one of the rails 10, 15, 20 or the connectors 25, the indentations 40, 42 may be discretely or uniformly positioned, provided they are aligned along the length of the connectors 25, or rails 10, 25 20.

[0034] With reference to Figure 6 and 7 and according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, a mounting mechanism 82 is shown, generally comprised of a main body 85, a wedge member 90 and a fastener 95. The main body 85 is further comprised of a locking channel 100, the locking channel 100 extending from a first side of the mounting mechanism 82 to a second, opposed side of the mounting mechanism 82. The locking channel 100 cooperates with a bulbous edge 107 of the locking rail 20 to properly position and secure the mounting mechanism 82 within the locking rail 20 . The wedge member 90 is operatively engaged with the main body 85 by means of the fastener 95 . Tightening of loosening of the fastener 95 correspondingly tightens or loosens the main body 85 to the wedge 90 . In turn, this tightening and loosening also tightens and loosens the mounting mechanism 82 to the locking rail 20 . The wedge member 90 is further comprised of a stepped portion 105 extending from the first side of the mounting mechanism 82 to the second, opposed side . The stepped portion 105 cooperates with a trench (not shown) along the length of the locking rail 20 . The fastener 95 is fitted through and operatively engaged with both the main body 85 and the wedge member 90 , and the fastener 95 locks and unlocks the mounting mechanism 82 to the press brake . When the fastener 95 is tightened, the fastener 95 pulls the wedge member 90 and tightens it to the main body 85 . As the wedge member 90 is positioned to the locking rail 20 by the stepped portion 105 and trench (not shown) , and the main body 85 is positioned to the locking rail 20 by the locking channel 100 and bulbous edge 107 , tightening of the fastener 95 locks the mounting mechanism 82 to the press brake . The mounting mechanism 82 is further comprised of an aperture 110 and a pair of proj ections 115 adapted to receive a press brake accessory . As such, the present mounting mechanism 82 can receive and mount such accessories quickly and easily . The mounting mechanism 82 may be easily slid along the locking rail 20 of the press brake (not shown) . By releasing the fastener 95 , the mounting mechanism 82 is locked and unlocked to the locking rail 20 as previously described . Additionally, as the mounting mechanism 82 is lockable to any position along the length of the press brake , a measuring accessory used in conj unction with the mounting mechanism 82 is more accurate as it is similarly locked to a speci fic, desired location on the press brake during cutting . The locking and unlocking of the mounting mechanism 82 along the press brake (not shown) provides accurate positioning, which increases the accuracy of measuring accessories utili zed with the press brake , something that is not optimally achievable with prior art solutions .

[0035] With further reference to Figures 1 , 2 , 3 and 4 and according to another embodiment of the present disclosure , a worker skilled in the art would appreciate that the connectors 25 could be utili zed to interconnect and align di f ferent obj ects as opposed to extruded rails of a press brake . Indeed, a connector 25 could be provided with longitudinal grooves 30 , 32 as long as the obj ects are comprised of corresponding longitudinal indentations to receive the grooves 30 , 32 , or vice versa . Preferably, the connectors 25 are also comprised of cavities 50 to receive a fastener, the cavities 50 alignable with corresponding openings of the obj ects . In this way, a first obj ect would be secured and aligned to a second obj ect by means of the connectors 25 .

[0036] With reference to Figure 8 and according to an embodiment of the present disclosure , a standalone coil winder 210 is shown . Generally, the coil winder 210 is comprised of a housing 220 to support a coiled material 222 such as sheet metal , dispensing brackets 225 , 227 and a reversible cutting blade 290 . In this embodiment , the housing 220 is represented by a plurality of longitudinal rollers to support and help with rotation of the coiled material 222 . The dispensing brackets 225 , 227 are connected to both the housing 220 and the reversible cutting blade 290 . The dispensing brackets 225 , 227 are comprised of rollers 235 that are operatively engaged with the coiled material 222 , the rollers 235 to assist with rotation of the coiled material 222 . The rollers 235 also serve to properly position and align the coiled material 222 relative to the cutting blade 290 . The coil winder 210 is adapted to be positioned either vertically (with foot latch 330 as shown in Figure 12 ) or hori zontally (with attachment mechanism 230 shown in Figures 9- 12 ) .

[0037] With reference to Figures 9 and 10 and according to an embodiment of the present disclosure , a hori zontal coil winder 210 is shown releasably secured to a press brake 215 . Generally, the coil winder 210 is comprised of a housing 220 to support a coiled material 222 such as sheet metal , dispensing brackets 225 , 227 and an attachment mechanism 230 . In this embodiment , the housing 220 is represented by a plurality of longitudinal rollers to support and help with rotation of the coiled material 222 . The dispending brackets 225 , 227 are also secured to the reversible cutting blade 290 to cut the coiled material 222 . The dispensing brackets 225 , 227 are connected to both the housing 220 and the attachment mechanism 230 . The dispensing brackets 225 , 227 are comprised of rollers 235 that are operatively engaged with the coiled material 222 , the rollers 235 to assist with rotation of the coiled material 222 . The rollers 235 also serve to properly position and align the coiled material 222 relative to the cutting blade 290 . The attachment mechanism 230 is configured to releasably secure the coil winder 210 to the press brake 215 .

[0038] With reference to Figures 10 and 11 and according to an embodiment of the present disclosure , the attachment mechanism 230 is described in greater detail . The attachment mechanism 230 is comprised of two longitudinal struts 240 , 242 terminating in respective hooks 245 , 247 . Two braces 250 , 252 are secured across and positioned perpendicularly to the struts 240 , 242 . The braces 250 , 252 have depressions 255 configured to receive feet 260 of the dispensing brackets 225 , 227 so that the housing 220 and coiled material 222 sit atop the attachment mechanism 230 . It is understood that the attachment mechanism 230 may support and otherwise secure the coil winder 210 in any number of ways , including but not limited to direct attachment , straps , latches , etc . , without departing from the scope of the disclosure . The attachment mechanism 230 is comprised of a tubular member 265 configured to cooperate with the hooks 245 , 247 to releasably secure the coil winder 210 to the press brake 215 . Indeed, a typical press brake 215 is comprised of C- frame supports 270 that can be positioned into the hooks 245 , 247 . Meanwhile , two connecting fins 275 , 277 secured to the C- frame support 270 of the press brake 215 have grooves 280 , whose shape corresponds to that of the tubular member 265 . As best shown in Figure 9 , the weight of the coil winder 210 is counterbalanced by the cooperation between the hooks 245 , 247 and C- frame support 270 as well as tubular member 265 and connecting fins 275 , 277 . Speci fically, the hooks 245 , 247 exert an upward force on the C- frame support 270 , which is counterbalanced by the downward force exerted by the tubular member 265 onto the fins 275 , 277 .

[0039] With reference to Figures 9 and 12 and according to an embodiment of the present disclosure , the dispensing brackets 225 , 227 are described in greater detail . The dispensing bracket 225 has an L- shaped support 282 to ensure proper positioning and rolling of the coiled material 222 . Each one of the dispensing brackets 225 , 227 is comprised of rollers 235 , which cooperate with the coiled material 222 to facilitate the rotation of the coiled material 222 . Additionally, the rollers 235 ensures that the coiled material 222 remains square relative to the blade 290 . Although a plurality of rollers 235 are shown, another embodiment may only provide one roller 235 on each one of the dispensing brackets 225 , 227 . As shown, the blade 290 in the present coil winder 210 is handoperated and reversible . Indeed, the strut 292 on which the blade 290 is attached has two opposed pinholes 294 through which can be secured the blade 290 to provide for optimal cutting of the coiled material 222 from either side of the coil winder 210 .

[0040] With reference to Figure 13 and 14 and according to an embodiment of the present disclosure , a vertical coil winder 310 is shown . Generally, the coil winder 310 is comprised of a housing 320 to support a coiled material 322 such as sheet metal , dispensing brackets 325 , 327 and a foot latch 330 secured to one of the two braces 338 , 339 . In this embodiment , the housing 320 is represented by a plurality of longitudinal rollers to support and help with rotation of the coiled material 322 . The dispensing brackets 325 , 327 are connected to both the housing 320 and the braces 338 , 339 . The brace 339 in turn connects to the foot latch 330 . As shown, the foot latch 330 has a flat lower face 331 that sits on the ground or other surface to position the coil winder 310 vertically . The flat lower face 331 defines a cavity 332 that is adapted to receive the foot of an operator, which serves to secure the coil winder 310 in place on the ground . Each one of the dispensing brackets 325 , 327 is further comprised of coil supports 335 , 337 having rollers 340 operatively engaged with the housing 320 . The rollers 340 are configured to facilitate the rotation of the housing 320 . The rollers 340 also serve to properly position and align the coiled material 322 relative to the cutting blade 390 and ensure the coiled material 322 remains square relative to the blade 390 . The coil winder 310 is also comprised of a hand-operated blade 390 that can easily cut the material 322 . As shown, the blade 390 in the present coil winder 310 is hand-operated and reversible . Indeed, the strut 392 on which the blade 390 is attached has two opposed pinholes 394 through which can be secured the blade 390 to provide for optimal cutting of the coiled material 322 from either side of the coil winder 310 . With reference to Figures 13 , 14 and 15 and according to an embodiment of the present disclosure , the dispensing brackets 325 , 327 are described in greater detail . In particular, each one of the dispensing brackets 325 , 327 are comprised of a coil support 335 , 337 , respectively . As shown, the coil supports 335 , 337 extend from the dispensing brackets 325 , 327 and terminate in braces 338 , 339 . The braces 338 , 339 facilitate the coil winder 310 being placed in the vertical position . Bottom rollers 340 are positioned on the dispending brackets 325 , 327 and top rollers 342 are positioned on the upper end of the dispensing brackets 325 , 327 and braces 338 , 339 . The rollers 340 , 342 serve to engage the coiled material 322 to facilitate its rotation on the housing 320 and ensure that the coiled material 322 remains square relative to the blade 390 . In particular, the two upper and outer rollers 342 , serve to engage the curved outer surface of the coiled material 322 . The coil supports 335 , 337 are also comprised of a quick release pin 350 that can be positioned in holes 352 to properly position the dispensing brackets 325 , 327 and braces 338 , 339 , relative to the housing 320 . The height adj ustability of the dispensing brackets 325 , 327 and braces 338 , 339 ensures that a variety of diameters of the rolls of coiled materials 322 can properly fit in the coil winder 310 .

[0041] With reference to Figure 17 and according to an embodiment of the present disclosure , a coil winder 310 is shown having a dispensing bracket 325 with a coil support 337 terminating in a measuring apparatus 371 . The measuring apparatus 371 is a device that measures the length of the coiled material 322 that has been dispensed .

[0042] Many modi fications of the embodiments described herein as well as other embodiments may be evident to a person skilled in the art having the benefit of the teachings presented in the foregoing description and associated drawings . It is understood that these modi fications and additional embodiments are captured within the scope of the contemplated disclosure which is not to be limited to the speci fic embodiment disclosed .

Claims

CLAIMS1 . A modular press brake comprising : at least one base rail ; at least one bending rail operatively connected to the at least one base rail for bending materials ; at least one locking rail engageable with the bending rail to lock the materials in the modular press brake ; and, a plurality of connectors for interconnecting the at least one base rail , bending rail and locking rail , wherein a first connector of the plurality of connectors is positioned within the at least one base rail , the first connector to align and connect the at least one base rail to an adj acent base rail , and wherein a second connector of the plurality of connectors is positioned with the at least one bending rail , the second connector to align and connect the at least one bending rail to an adj acent bending rail , and wherein a third connector of the plurality of connectors is positioned with the at least one locking rail , the third connector to align and connect the at least one locking rail to an adj acent locking rail .2 . The modular pres s brake of Claim 1 , wherein each one of the at least one base rail , the at least one bending rail , and the at least one locking rail comprises at least one indentation, and wherein the plurality of connectors comprises at least one groove , the at least one indentation configured to engage with the at least one groove to align the at least one base rail with the first connector, the at least one bending rail with the second connector, and the least one locking rail with the third connector .3 . The modular press brake of Claim 2 , wherein the at least one indentation extends discretely along a length of any one of the at least one base rail , the at least one bending rail , and the at least one locking rail , and wherein the at least one groove extends along a length of the plurality of connectors .4 . The modular press brake of Claim 2 , wherein the at least one indentation extends uni formly along a length of any one of the at least one base rail , the at least one bending rail , and the at least one locking rail , and wherein the at least one groove extends along a length of the plurality of connectors .5 . The modular press brake of Claim 2 , wherein the plurality of connectors comprises a plurality of cavities , and wherein each one of the at least one base rail , the at least one bending rail , and the at least one locking rail comprises a plurality of openings , and wherein the plurality of cavities and the plurality of openings are aligned to receive a fastener to secure the plurality of connectors to the least one base rail , the at least one bending rail , and the at least one locking rail .6 . The modular press brake of Claim 5 , wherein the plurality of cavities comprises an outwardly tapered upper end, and wherein the plurality of openings comprises an angular bevel , the outwardly tapered upper end and the angular bevel to facilitate receiving the fastener .7 . The modular press brake of Claim 5 , wherein the plurality of connectors comprises at least two grooves , and wherein the plurality of cavities is positioned in between the at least two grooves .8 . The modular press brake of Claim 1 , wherein the plurality of connectors is pos itioned on an inside surface of each of the at least one base rail , the at least one bending rail , and the at least one locking rail .9 . A connector for use in a modular press brake , the connector comprising : an interconnection channel positioned along a length of the connector ; and, a plurality of cavities configured to receive a fastener to secure the connector to a rail of the modular press brake , wherein the connector secures and aligns the rail to an adj acent rail of the modular press brake .10 . The connector of Claim 9 , wherein the interconnection channel is comprised of at least one groove , the at least one groove being configured to engage with at least one indentation of the rail to align the connector with the rail .11 . The connector of Claim 9 , wherein the interconnection channel is comprised of at least one indentation, the at least one indentation being configured to engage with at least one groove of the rail to align the connector with the rail .12 . The connector of Claim 9 , wherein the plurality of cavities comprises an outwardly tapered upper end to facilitate receiving the fastener .13 . The connector of Claim 10 , wherein the at least one groove is further comprised of a first groove and a second groove , and wherein the plurality of cavities is positioned in between the first groove and the second groove .

14. The connector of Claim 9 positioned on an inside surface of the rail.

15. A connector to connect two objects together, the connector comprising : an interconnection channel positioned along a length of the connector; and, a plurality of cavities configured to receive a fastener to secure the connector to each one of the two objects, wherein the connector is positioned within a section of the two objects and secures and aligns a first object to a second, adjacent object of the two objects.

16. The connector of Claim 15, wherein the interconnection channel is comprised of at least one groove, the at least one groove being configured to engage with at least one indentation of the two objects to align the connector with the two objects.

17. The connector of Claim 15, wherein the interconnection channel is comprised of at least one indentation, the at least one indentation being configured to engage with at least one groove of the two objects to align the connector with the two ob j ects .

18. The connector of Claim 15, wherein the plurality of cavities comprises an outwardly tapered upper end to facilitate receiving the fastener.

19. The connector of Claim 16, wherein the at least one groove is comprised of a first groove and a second groove, and wherein the plurality of cavities is positioned in between the first groove and the second groove.

0. The connector of Claim 15 positioned on and secured to an inside surface of the first object and a second inside surface of the second object.

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