NON-WELDING APPARATUS FOR REPAIR OF AN ENCLOSEURE WALL AND METHODS FOR USE THEREOF

摘要

Disclosed is a mechanical clamp useful for repairing localized damage in the wall of an enclosure such as a pressure vessel. The mechanical clamp is an apparatus having a cap having a convex side and a concave side wherein the concave side is adapted for positioning adjacent the wall of the enclosure. The apparatus further includes at least one rod attached securely in the cap for passing through at least one hole in the wall of the enclosure wherein each rod has a first end attached securely in the cap and a second end and each rod is threaded along a portion of the rod including the second end. The apparatus further includes a nut for attaching to the second end of each rod for securing the cap in place adjacent to the wall of the enclosure. Methods for applying the mechanical clamp are also disclosed.

主权项

1. An apparatus for repairing damage in a wall of an enclosure, comprising:
a. a cap having a convex side and a concave side wherein the concave side is adapted for positioning adjacent the wall of the enclosure; b. a rod attached securely in the cap for passing through a hole in the wall of the enclosure wherein the rod has a first end attached securely in the cap and a second end and the rod is threaded along a portion of the rod including the second end; and c. a nut for attaching to the second end of the rod for securing the cap in place adjacent the wall of the enclosure.