David V Boothe

US Patent:

49518097, Aug 28, 1990

Filed:

Jul 14, 1989

Appl. No.:

7/380689

Inventors:

David V. Boothe - Rochester MI
David R. Barnwell - Rochester Hills MI

Assignee:

Steel Master Transfer Inc. - Pontiac MI

International Classification:

B65G 1560

US Classification:

198841

Abstract:

An improved conveyor assembly is disclosed which is specifically designed to maximize the use of standardized components yet still afford a maximum degree of flexibility in assembly whereby a wide variety of styles and widths of conveyor chain may be easily and conveniently accommodated. The conveyor assembly of the present invention incorporates standardized lengths of side rails which may be secured together in both end to end as well as side by side relationship so as to accomplish the above objectives. Various arrangements are also disclosed for accomplishing this assembly of components. Further, each of the side rails incorporate a pair of spaced continuous outwardly opening channels which are ideally suited for mounting of any auxiliary equipment desired as well as support for guide strips or the like.