Method and devices for splitting wood
OwnerJuhani Vilho Sarvelainventor
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Abstract
The invention concerns a method and accessory for splitting wood. The logs are loaded into a ring (2) to essentially fill it and, if desired, are compressed into a tightly packed bundle, splitting taking place using an impact-bar type device.
Claims18
A method of splitting logs using particularly a wedge axe, in which there is an impact bar, characterized in that the logs to be split are loaded into a ring-like device, the ring with the logs inside being set on a firm base with the logs in essentially a vertical position, and splitting taking place by directing the splitting force of the wedge axe onto their ends, wherein the ring with the logs is set for splitting on a plate-like base, the edge of which has a gripping device, for turning the ring from a horizontal position to a vertical position by lifting the edge of the plate.
An accessory for splitting logs, particularly using a wedge axe, characterized in that the device comprises two ring components connected detachably on top of each other with the aid of a pin-like component, for holding and supporting the logs during splitting.
An accessory for splitting logs, particularly using a wedge axe, characterized in that the device comprises an upper and a lower ring-like component for holding and supporting the logs during splitting and wherein the upper ring is adapted to be turned aside or lowered to release upper parts of the logs.
An accessory for splitting logs, particularly using a wedge axe, characterized in that the device comprises at least one ring-like component for holding and supporting the logs during splitting, wherein the ring includes at least one handle for facilitating handling or carrying of the ring.
An accessory for splitting logs, particularly using a wedge axe, characterized in that the device comprises at least one ring-like component for holding and supporting the logs during splitting, wherein the ring includes support components for supporting the ring in a desired position.
An accessory for splitting logs, particularly using a wedge axe, characterized in that the device comprises at least one ring-like component for holding and supporting the logs during splitting, wherein the ring contains a protection plate for collecting debris beneath the accessory when the accessory is vertical.
An accessory for splitting logs, particularly using a wedge axe, characterized in that the device comprises at least one ring-like component for holding and supporting the logs during splitting, wherein the ring includes devices for suspending a sock or bag-like support device inside the ring prior to splitting the logs.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.