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US 2006/0137322 A1Published application
Coupling link
AssigneeColumbia Steel Casting Co., Inc.
InventorsMichael Moehnke, Stephen Doan, Anthony Miotke
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Abstract
A coupling link for connecting chain includes a generally C-shaped link member, a lock member, and a securing member. The C-shaped link member defines an interior opening and has first and second opposing ends that are spaced from each other by a gap. The lock member is shaped to couple the first and second ends together. The securing member is operable to secure the lock member to the link member and to urge the first and second ends of the link member closer together.
Claims21
A coupling link for connecting chain, comprising:
- a generally C-shaped link member defining an interior opening and having first and second opposing ends that are spaced apart from each other by a gap;
- a lock member shaped for coupling the first and second ends together;
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- a securing member operable to secure the lock member to the link member, and to move the lock member to urge the first and second ends of the link member closer together.
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