A jacket assembly (10) for an object such as a concrete, timber or steel structural member (5) such as a pile. The jacket assembly (10) includes: jacket components (20) adapted to extend around the pile (5); spacers (30) extending from each jacket component (20) towards the pile (5) so as to correctly position each jacket component (20) relative to the pile (5) and define a void/annulus (40) between the pile (5) and the jacket component (20); connecting mechanisms (60) for joining longitudinal edges of each jacket component (20) together; and a bottom seal including a sealing skirt (80) and/or clamp (90) and sealing member (100) for sealing a lower- most end of a jacket component (20). The jacket assembly (10) optionally further includes a settable filler (50) for filling and setting within the void/annulus (40).
A connector assembly (80) for butt-joining components together. The assembly (80) comprises a keyway connector (81) comprising a keyway body (86) mountable to a first component and comprising a longitudinal axis, a first component-abutting face (87), a key-abutting face (88), three recessed regions (82, 83, 84) in the key-abutting face (87) extending generally along the longitudinal axis each of which is shaped to provide opposed pairs of regularly spaced keyways (82a, 82b, 83a, 83b, 84a, 84b) and a longitudinal keyway passage (90a, 90b, 90c) extending between the opposed pairs of keyways (82a, 82b, 83a, 83b, 84a, 84b). The assembly (80) also comprises a key connector (91) comprising a key connector body (96) mountable to a second component and comprising a longitudinal axis, a second component-abutting face (97), a keyway-abutting face (98), three key bodies (92c, 93c, 94c) extending along the longitudinal axis and extending proud of the keyway-abutting face (98), and opposed pairs of regularly spaced keys (92a, 92b, 93a, 93b, 94a, 94b) extending along and laterally from opposed longitudinal sides of the key bodies (92c, 93c, 94c). The keys (92a, 92b, 93a, 93b, 94a, 94b) are extendible within the longitudinal keyway passages (90a, 90b, 90c) to engage the keyways (82a, 82b, 83a, 83b, 84a, 84b) and to join the first and second components together.
F16B 12/20 - Jointing of furniture or the like, e.g. hidden from exterior using pegs, bolts, tenons, clamps, clips, or the like for non-metal furniture parts, e.g. made of wood, of plastics using clamps, clips, wedges, sliding bolts, or the like
F16B 12/22 - Jointing of furniture or the like, e.g. hidden from exterior using pegs, bolts, tenons, clamps, clips, or the like for non-metal furniture parts, e.g. made of wood, of plastics using keyhole-shaped slots and pins
F16B 12/32 - Jointing of furniture or the like, e.g. hidden from exterior using pegs, bolts, tenons, clamps, clips, or the like for metal furniture parts using clamps, clips, wedges, sliding bolts, or the like
F16B 21/09 - Releasable fastening devices with a stud engaging a keyhole slot
A method of connecting at least a first component (401) and a second component (402) together, wherein each said component comprises at least one key arrangement (403, 404) comprising one or more keys (keys 409, single key 410) extending along the component, said method comprising the steps of: aligning the key arrangements (403, 404) of the first and second components such that aligned keys of the key arrangements extend generally in line with a common axis or ensuring alignment of the key arrangements of the first and second components such that aligned keys of the key arrangements extend generally in line with a common axis; and extending a key connector (405) comprising at least one longitudinal keyway passage (460) over the aligned keys generally in line with the common axis so that the keys extend within the keyway passage, are retained by the key connector (405), and the first and second components (401, 402) are clamped together.
A44B 19/22 - Slide fasteners with a third member or members, other than the slider, connected to the edges of adjacent stringers when closed, e.g. third member moved into position by a slider the third member embracing the stringers
F16B 5/06 - Joining sheets or plates to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them by means of clamps or clips
F16L 37/08 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members
A method for connecting at least a first component (2) and a second component (3) together, wherein each component (2, 3) comprises at least one key arrangement extending along the component (2, 3) and keys (5, 6) of the key arrangement are spaced apart from one another. The method comprises the steps of: aligning the key arrangements of the components (2, 3) such that aligned keys (5, 6) of the key arrangements extend generally in line with a common axis (15) or ensuring alignment of the key arrangements such that aligned keys (5, 6) of the key arrangements extend generally in line with a common axis (15); and extending a key connector (4) comprising at least one longitudinal keyway passage (8) over the aligned keys (5, 6) generally in line with the common axis (15) so that the keys (5, 6) extend within the keyway passage (8), are retained by the key connector (4), and the first and second components (2, 3) are clamped together to form an assembly (1).
F16B 2/02 - Clamps, i.e. with gripping action effected by positive means other than the inherent resistance to deformation of the material of the fastening
F16D 1/02 - Couplings for rigidly connecting two coaxial shafts or other movable machine elements for connecting two abutting shafts or the like
B23P 11/00 - Connecting or disconnecting metal parts or objects by metal-working techniques, not otherwise provided for
B23P 17/00 - Metal-working operations, not covered by a single other subclass or another group in this subclass
B21B 15/00 - Arrangements for performing additional metal-working operations specially combined with or arranged in, or specially adapted for use in connection with, metal-rolling mills
B29C 65/76 - Making non-permanent or releasable joints
F16L 9/17 - Rigid pipes obtained by bending a sheet longitudinally and connecting the edges
F16L 9/22 - Pipes composed of a plurality of segments
F16L 23/04 - Flanged joints the flanges being connected by members tensioned in the radial plane
F16L 37/12 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members using hooks, pawls, or other movable or insertable locking members
F16B 5/00 - Joining sheets or plates to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them
B65D 45/32 - Clamping or other pressure-applying devices for securing or retaining closure members for applying radial pressure, e.g. contractible bands encircling closure member
B65D 55/02 - Locking devicesMeans for discouraging or indicating unauthorised opening or removal of closure
B29C 65/56 - Joining of preformed partsApparatus therefor using mechanical means
B29C 65/00 - Joining of preformed partsApparatus therefor
F16B 5/06 - Joining sheets or plates to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them by means of clamps or clips
A method of mechanically connecting two or more components together comprises the steps of: i. mounting an elongate keyway connector (10) comprising regularly spaced keyways (13) to a first component wherein the keyways (13) provide a longitudinal keyway passage (16); ii. mounting at least one elongate key connector (11) comprising regularly spaced keys (14) to a second component; and iii. extending the keys (14) longitudinally within the keyway passage (16) and engaging the keyways (13) with the keys (14) to connect the first and second components together.
B23P 11/00 - Connecting or disconnecting metal parts or objects by metal-working techniques, not otherwise provided for
F16G 11/00 - Means for fastening cables or ropes to one another or to other objectsCaps or sleeves for fixing on cables or ropes
F16B 3/04 - Key-type connectionsKeys using keys formed of wire or other flexible material, to be inserted through an opening giving access to grooves in the adjacent surfaces of the parts to be connected
A47B 47/04 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features related to dismountability or building-up from elements made mainly of wood or plastics
F16B 5/00 - Joining sheets or plates to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them
F16B 12/12 - Jointing of furniture or the like, e.g. hidden from exterior using pegs, bolts, tenons, clamps, clips, or the like for non-metal furniture parts, e.g. made of wood, of plastics
F16B 5/07 - Joining sheets or plates to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them by means of multiple interengaging protrusions on the surfaces, e.g. hooks, coils
F16B 12/22 - Jointing of furniture or the like, e.g. hidden from exterior using pegs, bolts, tenons, clamps, clips, or the like for non-metal furniture parts, e.g. made of wood, of plastics using keyhole-shaped slots and pins
F16B 12/34 - Jointing of furniture or the like, e.g. hidden from exterior using pegs, bolts, tenons, clamps, clips, or the like for metal furniture parts using keyhole-shaped slots and pins
A method for connecting at least a first component (2) and a second component (3) together, wherein each component (2, 3) comprises at least one key arrangement extending along the component (2, 3) and keys (5, 6) of the key arrangement are spaced apart from one another. The method comprises the steps of: aligning the key arrangements of the first and second components (2, 3) such that aligned keys (5, 6) of the key arrangements extend generally in line with a common axis (15) or ensuring alignment of the key arrangements of the first and second components (2, 3) such that aligned keys (5, 6) of the key arrangements extend generally in line with a common axis (15); and extending a key connector (4) comprising at least one longitudinal keyway passage (8) over the aligned keys (5, 6) generally in line with the common axis (15) so that the keys (5, 6) extend within the keyway passage (8), are retained by the key connector (4), and the first and second components (2, 3) are clamped together to form an assembly (1).
A44B 19/22 - Slide fasteners with a third member or members, other than the slider, connected to the edges of adjacent stringers when closed, e.g. third member moved into position by a slider the third member embracing the stringers
F16B 5/06 - Joining sheets or plates to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them by means of clamps or clips
F16L 37/08 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members
A method for connecting at least a first component and a second component together, wherein each said component comprises at least one keyway arrangement extending along the component and keyways of the keyway arrangement are spaced apart from one another. The method comprises the steps of: aligning the keyway arrangements of the first and second components such that the keyways intermesh to provide a continuous keyway passage extending longitudinally between the intermeshed keyways; and, extending a keyway connector comprising an arrangement of keys longitudinally within the continuous keyway passage such that the keys are retained by the keyways of the keyway arrangements. In the slip flange assembly 1001 embodiment shown, the first and second components are each in the form of a pipe (1002, 1003) or tube, the keyway arrangements are in the form of collars (1004, 1008) that extend around abutting ends of said pipes (1002, 1003) or tubes, and the keyway connector (1015) is annular.
F16L 25/00 - Construction or details of pipe joints not provided for in, or of interest apart from, groups
B21D 39/03 - Application of procedures in order to connect objects or parts, e.g. coating with sheet metal otherwise than by platingTube expanders of sheet metal otherwise than by folding
F16B 5/00 - Joining sheets or plates to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them
F16L 37/098 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members combined with automatic locking by means of flexible hooks
A method of mechanically connecting two or more components together. In one embodiment the method comprises the steps of: i. mounting at least one elongate keyway connector (10) comprising regularly spaced keyways (13) to a first component wherein the keyways (13) provide a longitudinal keyway passage (16); ii. mounting at least one elongate key connector (11) comprising regularly spaced keys (14) to a second component; and iii. extending the keys (14) longitudinally within the keyway passage (16) and engaging the keyways (13) with the keys (14) to connect the first and second components together. The connecting method can be used in the construction of flat-pack and ready-to-assemble designed furniture, in the construction of buildings or other structures, in the construction of storage, packaging, transportation and materials handling products, as well as for the ready replacement of components that tend to wear out during operation or use.
F16B 3/04 - Key-type connectionsKeys using keys formed of wire or other flexible material, to be inserted through an opening giving access to grooves in the adjacent surfaces of the parts to be connected
F16B 12/22 - Jointing of furniture or the like, e.g. hidden from exterior using pegs, bolts, tenons, clamps, clips, or the like for non-metal furniture parts, e.g. made of wood, of plastics using keyhole-shaped slots and pins
F16B 5/07 - Joining sheets or plates to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them by means of multiple interengaging protrusions on the surfaces, e.g. hooks, coils
F16B 12/34 - Jointing of furniture or the like, e.g. hidden from exterior using pegs, bolts, tenons, clamps, clips, or the like for metal furniture parts using keyhole-shaped slots and pins
A method for connecting at least a first component (1) and a second component (2) together, wherein each said component (1, 2) comprises at least one keyway arrangement extending along the component (1, 2) and keyways (11, 13) of the keyway arrangement are spaced apart from one another. The method comprises the steps of: aligning the keyway arrangements of the first and second components (1, 2) such that the keyways (11, 13) intermesh to provide a continuous keyway passage extending longitudinally between the intermeshed keyways (11, 13); and, extending a keyway connector (3) comprising an arrangement of keys longitudinally within the continuous keyway passage such that the keys are retained by the keyways (11, 13) of the keyway arrangements.
A method for connecting at least a first component and a second component together, wherein each said component comprises at least one keyway arrangement extending along the component and keyways of the keyway arrangement are spaced apart from one another. The method comprises the steps of: aligning the keyway arrangements of the first and second components such that the keyways intermesh to provide a continuous keyway passage extending longitudinally between the intermeshed keyways; and, extending a keyway connector comprising an arrangement of keys longitudinally within the continuous keyway passage such that the keys are retained by the keyways of the keyway arrangements. In the slip flange assembly 1001 embodiment shown, the first and second components are each in the form of a pipe (1002, 1003) or tube, the keyway arrangements are in the form of collars (1004, 1008) that extend around abutting ends of said pipes (1002, 1003) or tubes, and the keyway connector (1015) is annular.
F16B 3/04 - Key-type connectionsKeys using keys formed of wire or other flexible material, to be inserted through an opening giving access to grooves in the adjacent surfaces of the parts to be connected
F16L 37/14 - Joints secured by inserting between mating surfaces an element, e.g. a piece of wire, a pin, a chain
E04B 1/58 - Connections for building structures in general of bar-shaped building elements
F16B 7/22 - Connections of rods or tubes, e.g. of non-circular section, mutually, including resilient connections using hooks or like elements
F16L 37/113 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members using a rotary external sleeve or ring on one part the male part having lugs on its periphery penetrating into the corresponding slots provided in the female part
E04B 1/61 - Connections for building structures in general of slab-shaped building elements with each other
F16L 19/025 - Pipe ends provided with collars or flanges, integral with the pipe or not, pressed together by a screwed member the pipe ends having integral collars or flanges
F16L 47/04 - Connecting arrangements or other fittings specially adapted to be made of plastics or to be used with pipes made of plastics with a swivel nut or collar engaging the pipe
F16B 5/07 - Joining sheets or plates to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them by means of multiple interengaging protrusions on the surfaces, e.g. hooks, coils
F16L 37/08 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members
A method for connecting at least a first component (1) and a second component (2) together, wherein each said component (1, 2) comprises at least one keyway arrangement extending along the component (1, 2) and keyways (11, 13) of the keyway arrangement are spaced apart from one another. The method comprises the steps of: aligning the keyway arrangements of the first and second components (1, 2) such that the keyways (11, 13) intermesh to provide a continuous keyway passage extending longitudinally between the intermeshed keyways (11, 13); and, extending a keyway connector (3) comprising an arrangement of keys longitudinally within the continuous keyway passage such that the keys are retained by the keyways (11, 13) of the keyway arrangements.
B65D 45/32 - Clamping or other pressure-applying devices for securing or retaining closure members for applying radial pressure, e.g. contractible bands encircling closure member
F16B 3/04 - Key-type connectionsKeys using keys formed of wire or other flexible material, to be inserted through an opening giving access to grooves in the adjacent surfaces of the parts to be connected
F16B 5/07 - Joining sheets or plates to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them by means of multiple interengaging protrusions on the surfaces, e.g. hooks, coils
F16S 1/02 - Sheets, panels, or other members of similar proportionsConstructions comprising assemblies of such members designed for being secured together edge to edge, e.g. at an angleAssemblies thereof
A method for connecting at least a first component (1) and a second component (2) together, wherein each said component (1, 2) comprises at least one keyway arrangement extending along the component (1, 2) and keyways (11, 13) of the keyway arrangement are spaced apart from one another. The method comprises the steps of: aligning the keyway arrangements of the first and second components (1, 2) such that the keyways (11, 13) intermesh to provide a continuous keyway passage extending longitudinally between the intermeshed keyways (11, 13); and, extending a keyway connector (3) comprising an arrangement of keys longitudinally within the continuous keyway passage such that the keys are retained by the keyways (11, 13) of the keyway arrangements.
B65D 45/32 - Clamping or other pressure-applying devices for securing or retaining closure members for applying radial pressure, e.g. contractible bands encircling closure member
F16B 5/07 - Joining sheets or plates to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them by means of multiple interengaging protrusions on the surfaces, e.g. hooks, coils
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