Apparatus, and associated method, for securing rebar together
First Claim
1. An apparatus for preparing rebar for reinforcing concrete, the apparatus comprising:
- a semi-cylindrical portion configured for receiving a first rebar extending in a first direction, said semi-cylindrical portion defining first and second opposing substantially straight edges, and two opposing ends;
a first flange portion extending outwardly from said first straight edge, and a second flange portion extending outwardly from said second straight edge; and
first and second receiver portions extending longitudinally from said respective first and second flanges beyond one of said ends, said first and second receiver portions being configured for receiving a second rebar extending in a second direction substantially orthogonal to said first direction, and for urging said second rebar against said first rebar.
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Abstract
An apparatus for positioning rebar for reinforcing concrete, wherein the apparatus includes a semi-cylindrical portion configured for receiving a first rebar extending in a first direction, wherein the semi-cylindrical portion defines first and second opposing straight edges, and two opposing semi-circular ends. A first flange portion extends outwardly from the first straight edge, and a second flange portion extends outwardly from the second straight edge. First and second receiver portions extend longitudinally from the respective first and second flanges beyond one of the ends for receiving a second rebar extending in a second direction substantially orthogonal to the first direction, and for urging the second rebar against the first rebar. Optionally, legs extend from or are attached to the apparatus for supporting the apparatus in an elevated position.
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1. An apparatus for preparing rebar for reinforcing concrete, the apparatus comprising:
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a semi-cylindrical portion configured for receiving a first rebar extending in a first direction, said semi-cylindrical portion defining first and second opposing substantially straight edges, and two opposing ends;
a first flange portion extending outwardly from said first straight edge, and a second flange portion extending outwardly from said second straight edge; and
first and second receiver portions extending longitudinally from said respective first and second flanges beyond one of said ends, said first and second receiver portions being configured for receiving a second rebar extending in a second direction substantially orthogonal to said first direction, and for urging said second rebar against said first rebar. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11)
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