US Patent:
20190030776, Jan 31, 2019
Inventors:
- Imlay City MI, US
Robert Rutoski - Imlay City MI, US
Kevin J. Weingartz - Imlay City MI, US
International Classification:
B29C 47/00
F16B 21/08
Abstract:
An extruded integrated fastener assembly comprising a plurality of fasteners cut to length from an extruded length of material. Unwanted areas of material are cut away leaving the individual fasteners, which fasteners are also connected together by an expanse of material that remains. The fastener assembly can be single durometer or double durometer. A profile with retention members and/or leg features are formed in the fasteners for connecting to a predetermined component. The process for manufacturing the extruded integrated fastener assembly includes providing fabrication tooling suitable to cut away the unwanted area between the fasteners. The fasteners are thereby able to be cut to any desired length.