Patent ID: 6640399
Filing Date: 2003-11-04
Classification: B25B,Y10T

Abstract:
In combination with reinforcement steel members, a fastening clip for securing together at least two reinforcement steel members, the fastening clip comprising:a first leg; a second leg; a body portion connecting the first leg to the second leg; and a handle means comprising a single small extension protruding from the body portion or either the first or second leg for use as a handle for manipulation and positioning of the fastening clip prior to securing the clip in place, wherein in an open position the first and second legs are spaced from each other defining an opening to allow manual positioning of the clip about the at least two reinforcement steel members using the handle means and in a closed position the first and second legs overlap each other securing the clip in place about the at least two reinforcement steel members, thereby securing the at least two steel reinforcement members to each other.