Inventors:
George Massell - Clearwater Beach FL, US
Richard Massell - Safety Harbor FL, US
Assignee:
Deco Power Lift, Inc. - Safety Harbor FL
International Classification:
B65H 27/00
US Classification:
242397, 2423973, 2426153, 2426154, 254333
Abstract:
A cable winder guide is disclosed comprising a cylindrical drum having a cylindrical surface with a shaft rotatably mounting the cylindrical drum. A drive is provided for rotating the cylindrical drum about the shaft. A helical groove is defined in the cylindrical surface of the drum for retrieving and releasing the cable upon rotation of the cylindrical drum. A cable retainer is disclosed for resiliently engaging the cable when the cable is located within the helical groove for maintaining the cable within the helical groove.