WO2016200896A1 - Raccord d'outil - Google Patents

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WO2016200896A1
WO2016200896A1 PCT/US2016/036385 US2016036385W WO2016200896A1 WO 2016200896 A1 WO2016200896 A1 WO 2016200896A1 US 2016036385 W US2016036385 W US 2016036385W WO 2016200896 A1 WO2016200896 A1 WO 2016200896A1
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tool
connector
opening
tool connector
bar portion
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Nathan W SAFE
Travis P Betcher
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D B Industries, Llc
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45F—TRAVELLING OR CAMP EQUIPMENT: SACKS OR PACKS CARRIED ON THE BODY
    • A45F3/00—Travelling or camp articles; Sacks or packs carried on the body
    • A45F3/14—Carrying-straps; Pack-carrying harnesses
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45F—TRAVELLING OR CAMP EQUIPMENT: SACKS OR PACKS CARRIED ON THE BODY
    • A45F5/00—Holders or carriers for hand articles; Holders or carriers for use while travelling or camping
    • A45F5/02—Fastening articles to the garment
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45F—TRAVELLING OR CAMP EQUIPMENT: SACKS OR PACKS CARRIED ON THE BODY
    • A45F5/00—Holders or carriers for hand articles; Holders or carriers for use while travelling or camping
    • A45F5/02—Fastening articles to the garment
    • A45F5/021—Fastening articles to the garment to the belt
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A62—LIFE-SAVING; FIRE-FIGHTING
    • A62B—DEVICES, APPARATUS OR METHODS FOR LIFE-SAVING
    • A62B35/00—Safety belts or body harnesses; Similar equipment for limiting displacement of the human body, especially in case of sudden changes of motion
    • A62B35/0006—Harnesses; Accessories therefor
    • A62B35/0025—Details and accessories
    • A62B35/0037—Attachments for lifelines and lanyards
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A62—LIFE-SAVING; FIRE-FIGHTING
    • A62B—DEVICES, APPARATUS OR METHODS FOR LIFE-SAVING
    • A62B35/00—Safety belts or body harnesses; Similar equipment for limiting displacement of the human body, especially in case of sudden changes of motion
    • A62B35/0043—Lifelines, lanyards, and anchors therefore
    • A62B35/0075—Details of ropes or similar equipment, e.g. between the secured person and the lifeline or anchor
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45F—TRAVELLING OR CAMP EQUIPMENT: SACKS OR PACKS CARRIED ON THE BODY
    • A45F3/00—Travelling or camp articles; Sacks or packs carried on the body
    • A45F3/14—Carrying-straps; Pack-carrying harnesses
    • A45F2003/146—Pack-carrying harnesses
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45F—TRAVELLING OR CAMP EQUIPMENT: SACKS OR PACKS CARRIED ON THE BODY
    • A45F2200/00—Details not otherwise provided for in A45F
    • A45F2200/05—Holder or carrier for specific articles
    • A45F2200/0575—Portable tools

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  • Tools and tool pouches are commonly used by people who work at heights and don safety harnesses. To reduce the risk of dropping tools, the tools should be easily accessible and secured when not in use.
  • Tools may be attached to tethers, which interconnect the tools and the users. It may be difficult to find suitable connection points on the users' attire, and it may be difficult to store the tools when not in use.
  • Tool pouches allow tool and fastener carrying versatility, increased organization, and increased efficiency for people working at heights.
  • a typical tool pouch includes a loop through which the safety harness's waist belt is positioned to connect the tool pouch to the user's harness. This provides added support and eliminates the possibility of releasing the tool pouch while working. When not in use, the tool pouch can easily be removed from the harness by sliding the waist belt out of the tool pouch's loop. Positioning the tool pouch proximate the user's waist and ergonomic hip pads helps distribute weight evenly on the user's shoulders and hips for maximum comfort that results in greater productivity.
  • One drawback is that the position of the tool pouch on the user's waist belt could interfere with use of the side D-rings commonly used in work positioning and could make it difficult to access some of the tools or fasteners.
  • a tool connector for connecting a tool to a safety harness comprises a bar portion interconnecting a first end and a second end. At least one of the first end and the second end is movable relative to another of the first end and the second end to move between an open position and a closed position.
  • the bar portion is configured and arranged to engage one of the tool and the safety harness.
  • the at least one of the first end and the second end form a receiver opening configured and arranged to receive another of the tool and the safety harness.
  • a tool connector for connecting a tool pouch to a safety harness having a waist pad assembly with a belt loop and a waist belt comprises a bar portion interconnecting a first end and a second end. The first end is moveable relative to the second end to move between an open position and a closed position. The bar portion is configured and arranged to engage the tool pouch. At least one of the first end and the second end form a receiver opening configured and arranged to receive the waist pad assembly.
  • a tool connector for connecting a tool to a strap of a safety harness comprises a bar portion interconnecting a first end and a second end.
  • the first end is moveable relative to the second end to move between an open position and a closed position.
  • the bar portion is configured and arranged to engage the strap.
  • At least one of the first end and the second end form a receiver opening configured and arranged to receive the tool.
  • Figure 1 is a front view of a tool connector interconnecting a tool pouch and a safety harness donned by a user constructed in accordance with the principles of the present invention
  • Figure 2 is a front view of the tool connector shown in Figure 1;
  • Figure 3 is a side view of the tool connector shown in Figure 2;
  • Figure 4 is a rear view of the tool connector shown in Figure 2;
  • Figure 5 is a top view of the tool connector shown in Figure 2;
  • Figure 6 is a front view of the tool connector shown in Figure 2 in an open position
  • Figure 7 is a side view of the tool connector shown in Figure 6;
  • Figure 8 is a rear view of the tool connector shown in Figure 6;
  • Figure 9 is a top view of the tool connector shown in Figure 6;
  • Figure 10 is a front view of the tool connector shown in Figure 2 in an open position being inserted through a loop of a tool pouch;
  • Figure 11 is a front view of the tool connector shown in Figure 10 in a closed position being positioned on a belt loop of a safety harness;
  • Figure 12 is a front view of the tool connector shown in Figure 11 with a waist belt of the safety harness extending through the belt loop of the safety harness
  • Figure 13 is a front view of another embodiment tool connector constructed in accordance with the principles of the present invention.
  • Figure 14 is a side view of the tool connector shown in Figure 13;
  • Figure 15 is a front view of another embodiment tool connector constructed in accordance with the principles of the present invention.
  • Figure 16 is a front perspective view of another embodiment tool connector constructed in accordance with the principles of the present invention.
  • Figure 17 is a is a front perspective view of the tool connector shown in Figure 16 in an open position;
  • Figure 18 is a front perspective view of the tool connector shown in Figure 16 connected to a strap of a safety harness and to a carabiner.
  • Embodiments of the present invention generally provide a tool connector for attaching a tool or a tool pouch to a user, for example via a safety harness donned by the user.
  • the term tool could mean either a tool or a tool pouch in which tools are placed.
  • the tool connector generally includes a bar portion interconnecting a first end and a second end. At least one of the first end and the second end is movable relative to another of the first end and the second end to move between an open position and a closed position.
  • the bar portion is configured and arranged to engage the tool (or the tool pouch).
  • the first end and the second end form a receiver opening configured and arranged to engage the safety harness.
  • One embodiment provides a connector including a hinge for moving the connector into open and closed positions. Two overlapping ends form a receiver opening that fits around a belt loop of a safety harness, and one end is pivoted to open the connector for insertion through a belt loop or channel of a tool pouch. After the end of the connector is inserted through the belt loop or channel of the tool pouch, the connector is moved into the closed position.
  • the receiver opening formed by the two ends fits around the belt loop of the harness, which is typically part of a waist pad assembly, and then the waist belt of the harness is inserted through the belt loop of the harness thereby attaching the connector to the harness. This allows the tool pouch to be connected to the harness without interfering with the side D-rings of the harness.
  • this embodiment includes a hinge, for example a riveted pivot connection interconnecting two components, it is recognized that the connector could also have a relatively semi-rigid or rigid, unitary body with flexure in lieu of a hinge or that the connector could be made in part or in whole of a flexible material (e.g., webbing, rope, leather, and the like).
  • a hinge for example a riveted pivot connection interconnecting two components
  • the connector could also have a relatively semi-rigid or rigid, unitary body with flexure in lieu of a hinge or that the connector could be made in part or in whole of a flexible material (e.g., webbing, rope, leather, and the like).
  • One embodiment provides a connector including a hinge for moving the connector into open and closed positions. Two overlapping ends form a receiver opening that receives a carabiner or other suitable connector and, when the carabiner is not inserted through the receiver opening, one end is pivoted to open the connector for insertion of a strap of a safety harness into an opening. After the strap is inserted into the opening, the connector is moved into the closed position. The receiver opening formed by the two ends receives the carabiner, which is connected to a tether or other suitable connecting member connected to a tool. This allows the tool to be connected to the harness in a desired location.
  • the connector could also have a relatively semi-rigid or rigid, unitary body with flexure in lieu of a hinge or that the connector could be made in part or in whole of a flexible material (e.g., webbing, rope, leather, and the like).
  • a hinge for example a riveted pivot connection interconnecting two components
  • the connector could also have a relatively semi-rigid or rigid, unitary body with flexure in lieu of a hinge or that the connector could be made in part or in whole of a flexible material (e.g., webbing, rope, leather, and the like).
  • a tool connector 100 including a first portion 101 and a second portion 111.
  • the first portion 101 includes a bar portion 102 with an end 103 having an aperture 104.
  • An arm 105 extends generally upward and inward from an opposing end of the bar portion 102. The distal end of the arm 105 forms an opening 106 and an end 107.
  • the second portion 111 includes an end 113 having an aperture 114.
  • An arm 115 extends generally upward and inward from the end 113.
  • the distal end of the arm 115 forms an opening 116 and an end 117.
  • a fastener 119 extends through the apertures 104 and 114 to pivotally connect the ends 103 and 113.
  • the connector 100 is shown in the closed position 125 in Figures 2-5. In the closed position 125, the distal ends of the arms 105 and 115 overlap and the openings 106 and 116 align to form a receiver opening.
  • An opening or a slot 120 is formed between the arms 105 and 115 and the bar portion 102.
  • the connector 100 is shown in the open position 124 in Figures 6-9. In the open position 124, the distal ends of the arms 105 and 115 are separated and form an opening 121 that provides access to the slot 120.
  • the connector 100 To connect the connector 100 to a tool pouch 130, the connector 100 is positioned in the open position 124, the open end is inserted through a channel 131 of the tool pouch 130, the tool pouch 130 is positioned on the bar portionl02 of the connector 100, and the connector 100 is positioned in the closed position 125.
  • Figure 10 shows the connector 100 being inserted through the channel 131 of the tool pouch 130.
  • the ends of the connector 100 form the receiver opening.
  • the receiver opening To connect the connector 100 to a waist pad assembly 136 of a safety harness 135, the receiver opening is positioned about a belt loop 137 of the waist pad assembly 136, and a waist belt 138 is inserted through the belt loop 137 of the waist pad assembly 136.
  • Figure 11 shows the receiver opening positioned about the belt loop 137
  • Figure 12 shows the waist belt 138 inserted through the belt loop 137 to connect the connector 100 to the waist pad assembly 136.
  • the ends 107 and 117 and the corresponding shapes of the respective arms 105 and 115 provide additional surface area and strength in these areas.
  • the position of the tool pouch 130 below the user's waist belt 138 does not interfere with use of the side D-rings commonly used in work positioning. In addition, the lower position allows for easier access of the tools or fasteners stored in a variety of pockets and the like of the tool pouch 130.
  • the connector 100 adds structure to the waist pad assembly 136 so the waist belt 138 does not sag and the tool pouch 130 is adequately supported.
  • aluminum could be used because it is both strong and lightweight.
  • Other examples of materials include, but are not limited to, polymers, steel, composites, and the like.
  • FIG. 13 and 14 could include a belt or end loop as a receiver opening in one or both end portions.
  • one of the end portions 205 could include a belt or end loop 206 that extends through the opening 216 of the other end portion 215 to form a channel 206a through which the waist belt of the waist pad assembly could be inserted to connect the connector 200 to the safety harness.
  • the belt or end loop could be relatively wide or include two or more loops to help prevent the connector from rotating during use. This could allow different positions of the tool pouch along the waist belt and could allow use with other configurations of waist pad assemblies.
  • end portions 305 and 315 could be spaced apart from one another rather than overlapping and both end portions 305 and 315 could include belt or end loops 306 and 316.
  • a tool connector 400 including a first portion 401 and a second portion 411.
  • the first portion 401 includes a bar portion 402 with an end 403 having an aperture 404.
  • An arm 405 extends generally upward and inward from an opposing end of the bar portion 402. The distal end of the arm 405 forms an opening 406 and an end 407.
  • a biasing member 408 extends inward from the end 407 and an opening 409 is formed between the biasing member 408 and the arm 405.
  • the second portion 411 includes an end 413 having an aperture (not shown).
  • An arm 415 extends generally upward and inward from the end 413. The distal end of the arm 415 forms an opening 416 and an end 417.
  • An optional biasing member 418 extends inward from the end 417 and an opening 419 is formed between the biasing member 418 and the arm 415. Although biasing member 418 is shown, this biasing member could be eliminated.
  • a fastener 422, such as a rivet or the like, extends through the aperture 404 and the aperture in end 413 to pivotally connect the ends 403 and 413.
  • the connector 400 is shown in the closed position 425 in Figure 16. In the closed position 425, the distal ends of the arms 405 and 415 overlap and the openings 406 and 416 align to form a receiver opening. An opening or a slot 420 is formed between the biasing members 408 and 418 and the bar portion 402.
  • the connector 400 is shown in the open position 424 in Figure 17. In the open position 424, the distal ends of the arms 405 and 415 are separated and form an opening 421 that provides access to the slot 420.
  • the connector 400 To connect the connector 400 to a strap 435 of a safety harness, the connector 400 is positioned in the open position 424, the strap 435 is inserted through the opening 421 and into the slot 420 so that it is positioned between the bar portion 402 and the biasing members 408 and 418.
  • the biasing members 408 and 418 deflect and exert a biasing force on the strap 435 so that the connector 400 does not easily slide along the length of the strap 435.
  • the connector 400 is positioned in the closed position 425, and a tool 438, such as a carabiner interconnecting a tether (not shown) and a tool (not shown), is inserted through the receiver opening.
  • Figure 18 shows the connector 400 interconnecting the strap 435 and the tool 438. Although a carabiner is shown, it is recognized that a variety of different types of tools could be connected to the connector 400.
  • aluminum could be used because it is both strong and lightweight.
  • Other examples of materials include, but are not limited to, polymers, steel, composites, and the like.

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Abstract

L'invention concerne un raccord d'outil pour raccorder un outil à un harnais de sécurité, qui comprend une partie de barre reliant une première extrémité et une seconde extrémité entre elles. Au moins une parmi la première extrémité et la seconde extrémité est mobile par rapport à l'autre parmi la première extrémité et la seconde extrémité pour se déplacer entre une position ouverte et une position fermée. La partie de barre est conçue et agencée pour entrer en prise avec l'un parmi l'outil et le harnais de sécurité. Ladite première extrémité et la seconde extrémité forme une ouverture de réception conçue et agencée pour recevoir l'autre parmi l'outil et le harnais de sécurité.
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