Patent ID: 7993019
Filing Date: 2011-08-09
Classification: B23Q,G01B,Y10T

Abstract:
1. An enclosure for a laser scanner used in a sawmill environment, comprising: an enclosure body, adapted to accommodate the mounting of a laser scanner therein for making measurements of a workpiece in the sawmill; an assembly for mounting the enclosure body to obtain a desired orientation and aiming of the laser scanner relative to the workpiece, wherein the enclosure body is physically adjustable by the mounting assembly; a movable door comprising one part of the enclosure body, permitting access to the interior of the enclosure body when it is in an open position and including openings for the laser beam and a camera in the laser scanner; and an air directing assembly, mounted to a side plate, which receives compressed air from a source thereof and directs it in front of the movable door, keeping it free from debris, wherein the air directing assembly includes an opening which is in registry with an opening in the side plate for permitting air into the interior of the enclosure body, resulting in a cleaner environment within the enclosure body, the debris therein being moved out through the openings in the movable door portion of the enclosure body.