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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Dec. 15, 1998
Filed:
Mar. 28, 1997
Gregory H Dubay, Morris, IL (US);
Michael V Dziubinski, Darien, IL (US);
Paul M Ives, Channahon, IL (US);
Clifford E Miller, Marseilles, IL (US);
Caterpillar Inc., Peoria, IL (US);
Abstract
The frames of many construction machines comprise a complex compilation of fabricated sections or massive cast members that are not necessarily intended to handle a specific type of loading applied to the frame assembly. The present invention provides a frame construction that includes a pair of laterally spaced plate members. Each plate member has a first end portion constructed of a substantially solid plate. A second end portion of the plate members define at least one opening that provides an integral portion of a beam assembly. The first end portion is positioned in the frame construction to accommodate a first type of loading, while the second end portion is located in an area to accommodate a second type of loading.