Standing Setting Tool for Anchoring Systems
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Solution Overview
Problem
The inefficiency and strain of manually installing anchoring systems on concrete decks, requiring frequent bending and compromising installation quality due to the need for precise positioning of numerous anchoring systems in construction sites.
Innovation Solution
A stand-up setting tool system with a housing featuring a feeding tube and a setting tube, allowing operators to preload and install anchoring systems without bending, using a weighted shaft and trap door mechanism for efficient and precise placement.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If an installer individually installs each anchoring system by bending over and positioning it manually, then precise positioning can be achieved, but the installation process becomes time-consuming and physically straining
Solution Approach 1:
The setting tool allows the installer to preload multiple anchoring systems into the feeding tube before reaching the installation location. This preliminary action eliminates the need to bend over and position each anchor individually, as the preloaded anchors are delivered sequentially through the tube to the precise location, maintaining positioning accuracy while dramatically improving installation efficiency
Solution Approach 2:
The setting tool acts as an intermediary device between the installer and the anchoring systems. The feeding tube serves as a conduit that delivers preloaded anchors to the installation point, eliminating the need for the installer to directly handle and position each anchor manually, thus resolving the contradiction between precision and efficiency
2Reliability
If an installer manually positions each anchoring system with a tool, then installation quality can be maintained, but the installer experiences physical strain from repeated bending
Solution Approach 1:
By preloading anchoring systems into the feeding tube before installation, the tool eliminates the need for the installer to repeatedly bend over and manually position each anchor. The installer simply operates the setting tool from an upright position, maintaining installation quality through controlled delivery while significantly improving operator comfort and reducing physical strain
3Manufacturing precision
If numerous anchoring systems are positioned at precise locations, then construction requirements are met, but the installation process becomes excessively time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The feeding tube allows multiple anchoring systems to be preloaded and staged before installation. This preliminary action enables the rapid sequential delivery of precisely positioned anchors to the deck, meeting all placement precision requirements while dramatically reducing the total installation time compared to individual manual positioning of each anchor
Solution Approach 2:
The setting tool enables continuous installation by maintaining a ready supply of preloaded anchors in the feeding tube. The installer can continuously operate the setting tool to deliver anchors one after another without interruption or repeated setup, achieving both precise placement and rapid installation by eliminating idle time between anchor placements
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enhances installation efficiency and ease by allowing operators to remain standing, reducing physical strain and improving workflow flexibility while maintaining installation quality.
Implementation Method 1
The second conduit includes a weighted shaft that moves freely within the length of the second conduit
Data Source
AI summary
A setting tool system includes a housing. The housing includes a first conduit that receives one or more anchoring systems at a first end, and a second conduit at least partially separated from the first conduit with an interior wall. The second conduit includes a weighted shaft that moves freely within the length of the second conduit. The first and second conduits merge at a second end opposite the first end. The housing also includes a head having an opening at the second end. Each of the one or more anchoring systems inserted at the first end are individually received at the opening at the second end. Each anchoring system contacts the weighted shaft at a top surface, and contacts an external surface at a bottom surface. Each of the one or more anchoring systems are individually fastened via the weighted shaft to the external surface.