Control panel assembly methods and techniques
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United States of America
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Jan 4, 2022
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Abstract
Systems, apparatus, methods, and techniques of assembly of discrete modules of a control panel are disclosed. The modules can be independently wired, tested, and installed into a control panel. Module definitions are defined specifying components to perform the electrical function, a mechanical arrangement of the components, electrical connections, and logical interactions of the module. A bill of materials can be generated based on a designation of a set of modules for a control panel and the module definitions. Modularly assembled control panels are disclosed. An assembly frame is described herein for temporarily mounting components of a module for independent assembly of a control module and for eventual removal and installation into a control panel frame. The assembly frame may include a faceplate frame and side frames and temporary mounting features.
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Patent Owner(s)
Patent Owner | Address | |
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SCHWEITZER ENGINEERING LABORATORIES INC | 2350 NE HOPKINS COURT PULLMAN WA 99163 |
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- 2021 Application Filing Year
- H02B Class
- 240 Applications Filed
- 135 Patents Issued To-Date
- 56.25 % Issued To-Date
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Inventor Name | Address | # of filed Patents | Total Citations |
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Alzate, Julian M | Pullman, US | 5 | 2 |
# of filed Patents : 5 Total Citations : 2 | |||
Barber, Michael | York, US | 16 | 88 |
# of filed Patents : 16 Total Citations : 88 | |||
Jayne, Robert I | Spokane Valley, US | 4 | 6 |
# of filed Patents : 4 Total Citations : 6 |
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