Patent ID: 8640323
Filing Date: 2014-02-04
Classification: E04C,E04G,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A method of applying clips to reinforcing bars to connect the reinforcing bars, the method comprising: (a) placing a distal end of a clip applying apparatus against at least one of the bars; (b) manually forcing the apparatus against the at least one of the bars so that a proximally extending member moves distally relative to a barrel of the apparatus; (c) during step (b), moving a clip advance member laterally away from the barrel; (d) driving a clip from the barrel and onto the reinforcing bars with a hammer; (e) manually releasing the downward force on the apparatus and moving the proximally extending member proximally relative to the barrel; and (f) during step (e), moving the clip advance member laterally toward the barrel and moving another clip laterally into the barrel.