Patent ID: 6015247
Filing Date: 2000-01-18
Classification: B23B,Y10T

Abstract:
A machine for assembling and aligning an article of manufacture including first and second components, which machine includes:a) a table including a work surface adapted to receive the article components;b) a jig system including a pair of clamp assemblies oppositely-disposed on said work surface and clamp assembly translation means for synchronizing the translation of the clamp assemblies between an open position of the jig system with the clamp assemblies spaced from the article components and a closed position engaging same, each said clamp assembly including:1) a base slidably mounted on the work surface and having an engagement edge adapted for engaging the article with the jig system in its closed position; and2) said base including an overhanging lip at the article eneazine edge; andc) an article forming system including means for forming the article of manufacture said article forming means including a cutting tool and said article forming system including reciprocating mounting means for mounting said cutting tool on said table for reciprocation between an engaged position above the level of said work surface and a disengaged position below the level of said work surface.