B25B13/5008

Torque application apparatus

An apparatus for applying torque to a body includes a base defining an inner chamber. The apparatus includes a plurality of pins supported by base and disposed in the inner chamber, the plurality of pins moveable relative to the base between engaged positions and disengaged positions. The apparatus includes a trigger actuatable to move at least one of the plurality of pins to the disengaged position.

Wrench for lug nuts and method of making
11420307 · 2022-08-23 · ·

A wrench for tightening and loosening lug nuts may include a head disposed on a distal end of a handle. The head defines a curved inner surface facing an axis and an opening configured to receive a portion of a lug. One or more supports are formed on the curved inner surface, extending toward the axis. The supports are spaced from the opening and are configured to contact an outer surface of the lug with the portion of the lug received in the opening.

Faucet actuator torque increasing system and method
11299875 · 2022-04-12 ·

A faucet actuator torque increasing system and method for increasing torque applied to an actuator includes a grip. The grip has a perimeter wall with a continuous convexly arcuate shape. A coupler is removably mounted on the perimeter wall of the grip. The coupler includes a first segment and a second segment which are pivotably coupled to each other via a connector. The first and second segments move between a closed condition engaging the grip and an open condition for disengaging the grip. Each of the first and second segments has an interior surface. The interior surfaces abut the grip in the closed condition. A locking member releasably locks the coupler in the closed condition. A handle is integrally attached to and extends away from the coupler. A stop is attached to the coupler to abut against the grip when in the closed condition.

Oil filter removal device
11154968 · 2021-10-26 ·

A device for removing an oil filter includes a sleeve. The sleeve includes a grip portion and a reservoir portion. The grip portion includes a wall and a plurality of spacer ribs. The wall is disposed about an axis and defines a filter cavity open through a first end of the grip portion to receive the oil filter therein. The spacer ribs extend radially inward from the wall and are configured to engage the filter. The reservoir portion extends from a second end of the grip portion and defines a reservoir cavity open to the filter cavity. The sleeve is movable between an extended position in which the reservoir portion is below the grip portion and a nested position in which the reservoir portion is at least partially nested within the grip portion.

SCREWDRIVER FOR THREADED PLUG AND TIGHTENING DEVICE
20210299826 · 2021-09-30 ·

A screwdriver device for a threaded plug includes a structure which extends along an axis and includes a head and a shank connected to a first end of the head, wherein the head has a second end which opens onto a cavity suitable for containing a head of a plug, wherein along the axis the cavity includes at least a first portion having a lateral surface which has a first profile and at least a second portion having a lateral surface which has a second profile which is not coincident with the first profile.

WRENCH FOR LUG NUTS AND METHOD OF MAKING
20210237233 · 2021-08-05 · ·

A wrench for tightening and loosening lug nuts may include a head disposed on a distal end of a handle. The head defines a curved inner surface facing an axis and an opening configured to receive a portion of a lug. One or more supports are formed on the curved inner surface, extending toward the axis. The supports are spaced from the opening and are configured to contact an outer surface of the lug with the portion of the lug received in the opening.

Faucet Actuator Torque Increasing System and Method
20210246639 · 2021-08-12 ·

A faucet actuator torque increasing system and method for increasing torque applied to an actuator includes a grip. The grip has a perimeter wall with a continuous convexly arcuate shape. A coupler is removably mounted on the perimeter wall of the grip. The coupler includes a first segment and a second segment which are pivotably coupled to each other via a connector. The first and second segments move between a closed condition engaging the grip and an open condition for disengaging the grip. Each of the first and second segments has an interior surface. The interior surfaces abut the grip in the closed condition. A locking member releasably locks the coupler in the closed condition. A handle is integrally attached to and extends away from the coupler. A stop is attached to the coupler to abut against the grip when in the closed condition.

TOOL STORAGE ASSEMBLY, AND HEAD TUBE ASSEMBLY INCLUDING THE TOOL STORAGE ASSEMBLY
20210187713 · 2021-06-24 ·

A tool storage assembly, including a container assembly, and at least a multi-tool assembly, removably connected to said container assembly, wherein said container assembly and said multi-tool assembly comprise respective sliding connection portions that engage each other.

Adapter Tool for Jackstand
20210178557 · 2021-06-17 ·

A jackstand adapter tool attaches onto a square-drive power driver, so that the tool and driver can be used in the field for winding and unwinding the threaded rod of a jackstand. The tool engages the radial lift handles that protrude from the top part of threaded rod. The adapter may be a generally cylindrical member that fits over the top end of the rod (with its top plate removed) with opposed recesses at a lower edge to engage the lift handles.

Nozzle with Removable Nozzle Tip Configured for Improved Heating

The present application describes injection molding machines and, more particularly, a removable nozzle tip and nozzle assembly for use with an injection molding machine and an engagement tool and methods for replacing a nozzle tip. In an aspect, an injection molding machine may include a nozzle. The nozzle may include a nozzle housing and a nozzle tip threadably attached to the nozzle housing. At least a portion of an exterior wall of the nozzle housing and at least a portion of an exterior wall of the nozzle tip may align to provide a cylindrical surface. The injection molding machine may further include a tubular heater enclosing at least a portion of the continuous cylindrical surface. The nozzle tip does not include a torque feature in any location that is downstream of the tubular heater and upstream of a mold gate of the nozzle.