Self Centered

THE "SWISS ARMY KNIFE" OF LEVELS THAT ACCEPTS ACCESSORIES
Current measurement tools for installing signage in commercial, apartment, condo, hospitals, hotels, and similar buildings are limited to basic hand tools with singular functions. Self-Centred, on the other hand, features:
  • A bubble level
  • Top and bottom channels allowing for accessories to be attached
  • Simultaneously extending geared rails which will centre automatically within a given span, like a door jam
  • 2 rulers; the Front Ruler measures from either end inwards and the Rear Ruler sets the sign width for center-finding.
  • Adjustable sliding end-stops which can also accept mounting jigs
  • A mono pod that maintains a consistent install height when moving between multiple locations.
This tool will reduce the labour hours and skill level required to install many types of products, allowing companies to be more efficient on the job site, which means they can be more competitive in pricing, and thus more profitable.
Although this tool has been designed specifically for the signage installation, there is potential for a broader market as a modified box beam level with the its ability to attach accessories using the top and bottom channels, such as, line lasers with digital angle-finder, set squares, sliding T-bevels, clamps, laser distance finders, led lights, magnets, suction cups, and much more. With continued ingenuity, this tool could be the "Swiss Army Knife" of levels.
HOW IT WORKS

1

Set the two end-stops to the sign width on the ruler, then attach the bracket, monopod, adjust to the required height, and lock in place.

2

Place the assembly against the closed door and extend the simultaneously geared rails outward centering the tool within the door jam and turn the thumbscrews to lock them in place.

3

Now install the sign between the two previously set end-stops. Once the tool is calibrated, you can continue installing signs on all the doors with-out any further tool adjustments or measurements.
FEATURES
Integral top and bottom channels for attaching "accessories" such as, end stops for sign setting, jig and template supports. With potential for line lasers, set squares, "T" bevel, and clamps.
Simultaneously geared rails that self centre the tool within a standard door jam
Mono pod racket allows for a consistent level height when moving between multiple locations
Ruled scales on tool allow adjusting of end stops without the requirement for a tape measure
MISSION STATEMENT
To Supply the global market with a simple solution to allow workers to move from location to location without having to pull out a tape measure and level each time to mark walls and doors for sign installation and other applications.
THE SITUATION
Installing signage in commercial, apartment, condo, hospitals and hotel buildings often requires measuring, marking and using a level numerous times for each sign location. Available tools do not have the means of setting a repeatable height, attaching jigs for custom shapes or pilot hole drilling templates.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
This tool has 2 rulers: the front ruler for measuring from either end inwards, a rear ruler for setting sign width for center-finding, as well as upper and lower channels for attaching different accessories. To use, set the two end-stops to the sign width on the ruler, then attach the bracket, monopod, adjust to the required height, and lock in place. Place the assembly against the closed door and extend the simultaneously geared rails outward centering the tool within the door jam and turn the thumbscrews to lock them in place. Now install the sign between the two previously set end-stops. Once the tool is calibrated, you can continue installing signs on all the doors with-out any further tool adjustments or measurements.
OBJECTIVES
The developers of Self-Centred are offering to license the manufacturing and distribution rights to qualified organizations. These organizations should be capable of producing the product and/or accessing the appropriate markets with the product.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY PROTECTION
Self-Centred is the subject of Patent Pending in Canada and the US. Other territories are being considered on an as needed basis.
CONTACT INFORMATION

5046 W Linebaugh Ave
Tampa, FL 33624
Phone: (813) 938-6025
Email: sales@mbs-standoffs.com
Website: mbs-standoffs.com