Squeegee Holder With Pivot Separator For Uniform Clamping
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current squeegee holders require different holders for each type or hardness of squeegee and ink, making assembly, disassembly, and cleaning time-consuming, and often result in a rippling effect and contamination issues due to screw-based clamping mechanisms.
Innovation Solution
A versatile squeegee holder design featuring a first and second side member with a pivot portion and a separator for uniform compression, allowing easy assembly, disassembly, and cleaning, eliminating the need for multiple holders and reducing contamination risks.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If screw-based clamping mechanisms are used to secure the squeegee, then the squeegee can be firmly held in place, but this causes a rippling effect in the squeegee and makes cleaning time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The holder is divided into two separable halves that can be easily detached from each other, allowing the squeegee to be accessed for cleaning without requiring unscrewing of fasteners. The segmented design enables quick separation and reassembly while maintaining secure clamping when closed.
Solution Approach 2:
The squeegee can be completely extracted from the holder by simply opening the two halves, eliminating the need to disassemble screw mechanisms. This extraction capability allows for easy cleaning and replacement of the squeegee blade without dealing with fasteners.
2Reliability
If different holders are used for each type or hardness of squeegee and ink, then each specific application can be optimized, but this makes assembly and disassembly time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The holder is designed with universal compatibility to accommodate multiple squeegee types, hardnesses, and thicknesses through a single standardized design. This eliminates the need to switch between different holder models while maintaining reliable performance across various applications.
Solution Approach 2:
The holder incorporates adjustable features that allow it to dynamically adapt to different squeegee specifications. The structure can accommodate variations in squeegee dimensions and properties without requiring a different holder model, enabling quick adjustments for different applications.
3Strength
If screw-based clamping mechanisms are used, then the squeegee can be securely clamped, but this makes thorough cleaning difficult and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The holder is segmented into two separable halves that can be easily detached, providing complete access to the squeegee and internal surfaces for thorough cleaning. This eliminates the complexity of cleaning around screw mechanisms and fasteners.
Solution Approach 2:
The holder design allows for self-cleaning capability where all surfaces that contact the squeegee or ink are easily accessible and can be cleaned without requiring disassembly of fasteners or complex mechanisms. The simple two-piece construction enables complete cleaning in a single operation.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables quick and efficient handling of various squeegee types and ink colors, prevents contamination, and eliminates the rippling effect caused by traditional clamping mechanisms, facilitating thorough cleaning and reducing operational time.
Implementation Method 1
a separator or compression maintenance member between the first and second side members for maintaining a uniform compression of the side members against the squeegee sides of the blade
Data Source
AI summary
In an embodiment of the present invention, a squeegee blade holder has a first side member, a second side member, and a pivot portion between the first and second side members. The holder also includes a separator between the first and second side members for maintaining compression of the side members against the squeegee blade.