Patent ID: 7084381
Filing Date: 2006-08-01
Classification: C21D

Abstract:
1. A workpiece movement and positioning device, the workpiece being located on center with the movement and positioning device, the workpiece movement and positioning device comprising: a frame for attaching the workpiece movement and positioning device; a computer or control mechanism for turning on and off the workpiece movement and positioning device and other components and/or attachments; an actuator consisting of a ball screw/ball spline assembly with servo motors and a lift shaft for providing the linear and rotational movement of the workpiece such that the workpiece can be caused to move linearly, linear and hold, linearly with rotation, and/or lift and index; a means for moving the lift shaft linearly without undue bending or flexing; a means for holding the workpiece in position on the lift shaft; a manual safety switch to prevent the device from being operated unintentionally.