| ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC. Patent applications |
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| 20160138962 | WEIGHING SCALE SYSTEM - A system incorporating a weighing scale in which information is presented to the user based on output of the weighing scale via a portable device and a database. | 05-19-2016 |
| 20160135273 | BARRIER DISCHARGE CHARGE NEUTRALIZATION - Methods and apparatus for static charge neutralization in variable pressure environments are disclosed. In particular, barrier discharge ionization apparatus may include a hollow dielectric channel disposed within a variable pressure environment and may have at least one open end, a reference emitter disposed on the outer surface of the channel, and a high voltage electrode disposed within the channel. The high voltage electrode may present a high intensity electric field to the reference emitter through the dielectric channel in response to the provision of a variable-waveform signal dictated by conditions in the variable pressure environment. This results in the generation of a plasma region with electrically balanced charge carriers within the variable pressure environment due to barrier discharge occurring at the interface of the reference emitter and the outer surface of the dielectric channel. The disclosed apparatus are compatible with either radio frequency or micro-pulse voltage power supplies. | 05-12-2016 |
| 20160133378 | Welding Type Power Supply with Weld Transformer - A method and apparatus for providing welding type power supply includes a power circuit and a control circuit. The power circuit receives input power and provides welding type power to a welding output. The power circuit includes a transformer having a primary winding and a secondary winding. The secondary winding is in electrical communication with the welding output. The control circuit is connected to control the power circuit. The transformer includes a bobbin with the primary winding and the secondary winding wound thereon. The bobbin can includes vents to allow air flow into the bobbin. A winding separator can be disposed between the primary and secondary windings. | 05-12-2016 |
| 20160129523 | ELECTRICAL CONTACT FOR MIG WELDING TORCH - A contactor providing for electrical contact in a welding torch includes a body member having first and second opposite sides, and adjacent pivot and head portions. The pivot portion has an outwardly curved contact surface on the second side providing a pivot point. The head portion also has a contact surface on the second side. The pivot portion has a shorter length between the first and second sides than the head portion. The contactor may be pivotally mounted in a torch connector body. At least one resilient member urges the contact surface of the pivot portion into engagement with an inner flange surface of the connector body, and biases the head portion into an opening in the torch connector body. The contact surface of the head portion is engageable with a torch neck inserted into the torch connector body, and provides an electrical connection between the torch body and neck. | 05-12-2016 |
| 20160129520 | Method and Apparatus for Providing Auxiliary and Welding Type Power With Thermal Protection - A method and apparatus for providing welding-type power supply includes a power circuit and a controller. The power circuit receives input power and provides welding type power and auxiliary power. It is controlled on a control input. The power circuit also includes an auxiliary power transformer. A temperature responsive component is mounted in the auxiliary power transformer and provides a temperature signal indicative of the temperature in the auxiliary power transformer. The controller controls a cooling fan for the aux power transformer and/or turns off the aux power output in response to the sensed temperature. | 05-12-2016 |
| 20160129519 | Welding Type Power Supply With Transformer - A method and apparatus for providing welding type power, including a power and control circuit is disclosed. The power circuit provides welding, control and aux power. The control and aux power are provided with a transformer, and secondary windings for control and aux power are wound on a single bobbin, with a winding separator separating them. Air vents, which can be formed by fins on the bobbin or separator allow cooling of the inner winding. | 05-12-2016 |
| 20160129518 | Method and Apparatus for Air Carbon Arc Cutting - A method and apparatus for air carbon arc cutting (CAC-A) using a welding-type power supply includes selecting a CAC-A mode and providing current in a CAC-A mode at a selected current setpoint. Start and restrike algorithms can be used that are specifically for CAC-A. | 05-12-2016 |
| 20160129517 | Welding Type Power Supply With Wind Tunnel - A method and apparatus for providing a welding type power is disclosed. It includes an outer housing having a wind tunnel within the outer housing. Air flows through the wind tunnel in an air flow direction. The width of the tunnel is less at one location than at another location. Electrical components receive power and provide a welding type output. A first group of those components require air flow for cooling, and are disposed at least partially in the wind tunnel. A second group of components are not disposed in the wind tunnel. The wind tunnel can also change direction. | 05-12-2016 |
| 20160129514 | Welding Type Power Supply For TIG Starts - A method and apparatus for TIG welding and starting a TIG welding process includes limiting the pulse width of a power circuit when a TIG start is being performed, and monitoring for the creation of a welding arc. After the welding arc has been detected the limiting of the pulse width is ended. | 05-12-2016 |
| 20160114470 | DRIVING TOOL FOR DRIVING FASTENING MEANS INTO A WORKPIECE - The invention relates to a driving tool for driving fastening means, in particular nails or staples, into a workpiece, an actuator unit being provided, by means of which the fastening means can be driven into the workpiece in driving-in cycles, a triggering assembly being provided, by means of which the driving-in cycles of the actuator unit can be triggered, the triggering assembly having a trigger lever, which can be actuated manually, and a workpiece contact element, which can be actuated by placing the driving tool onto the workpiece, the driving tool being able to operate in a single shot mode, in which each individual sequence of an actuation of the workpiece contact element with subsequent actuation of the trigger lever triggers a driving-in cycle, the driving tool being able to operate in a bump firing mode, in which, with the trigger lever continuously actuated, each individual actuation of the workpiece contact element triggers a driving-in cycle, a resetting assembly being provided, which can be activated in the bump firing mode and, after a delay time starting from the activation, has the effect of transferring the driving tool from the bump firing mode into the single shot mode. It is proposed that the resetting assembly is coupled to the actuator unit in such a way that, in the bump firing mode, a driving-in cycle activates the resetting assembly. | 04-28-2016 |
| 20160090974 | COMPRESSOR FOR PRODUCING A PRESSURE MEDIUM - In the case of a compressor for generating a pressure medium, in particular for dispensing a tire sealing agent from a vessel, wherein a piston ( | 03-31-2016 |
| 20160088996 | METHOD FOR OPERATING A DISHWASHER, AND DISHWASHER - A method is provided for operating a dishwasher ( | 03-31-2016 |
| 20160069784 | ROTATING DOVETAIL CONNECTION FOR MATERIALS TESTING - A rotating dovetail connection is provided in order to attach jaw faces to grips in materials testing. The connection includes a machined tongue on the jaw face and a corresponding groove on the jaw face holder. A ball plunger within the holder serves to center the jaw face and to retain the jaw face in the holder. The jaw faces can be installed an removed without the use of tools or loose parts. The rotating dovetail facilitates a secure connection between the jaw face and the grip while allowing the jaw faces to rotate. | 03-10-2016 |
| 20160069783 | MOLDING GRIP FIXTURE - The present grip design includes a two-piece clamp with an interior space which forms a mold for the sample material. The two-piece clamp further includes undercut apertures which engage complementary tapered portions of upper and lower grips. The sample material can be poured to fill the mold formed within the two-piece clamp. The interior of the upper and lower grips includes a pattern, such as, but not limited to, a threaded pattern, in order to more firmly engage the sample. The samples may include soft materials, liquids, gels, compounds, powdered or similar materials. The grip may be used in connection with bioreactor or materials testing applications. | 03-10-2016 |
| 20160039280 | IMPROPER FUEL NOZZLE INSERTION-INHIBITING SYSTEM - A mis-fuel inhibitor (MFI) assembly is configured to prevent an improper fuel nozzle from dispensing fuel into a fuel tank. The assembly may include a main body having an MFI nozzle passage formed therethrough. The main body is configured to allow a proper fuel nozzle to pass through the MFI nozzle passage, and prevent the improper fuel nozzle from passing therethrough. The assembly may also include at least one securing member configured to connect to the main body within a fuel fill line. The securing member(s) is configured to securely retain the main body within the fuel fill line. | 02-11-2016 |
| 20160031608 | FOLD LOCKING CONFIGURATION FOR RECLOSABLE PACKAGE OR BAG - The present disclosure relates to a fold locking configuration for a reclosable package or bag wherein excess flange material which extends beyond the consumer graspable tab is reduced or eliminated. A patch covers an opening with upper and lower closure strips. After the patch is removed, a peel seal is opened to gain access to the contents of the package or bag. The package or bag is then folded over so that the upper and lower closure strips interengage or interlock so that the package is closed. | 02-04-2016 |
| 20160016250 | Welding Power Source with Conformal Antenna - A welding system including a plurality of welding components ( | 01-21-2016 |
| 20160003292 | LINKING ARM ASSEMBLY - A linking arm assembly incorporating an improved connection between an elongated rod portion and an engagement element such as a ball stud or the like adapted to join the linking arm to another structure. The linking arm assembly may incorporate an improved ball and socket connection. The socket may include an arrangement of flexible rib elements that are compressed when the ball stud is inserted so as to bias against the ball during use. Accordingly, a potentially loose condition may be avoided thereby reducing the possibility for noise or failure over time. | 01-07-2016 |
| 20150367650 | Print Head Cleaning Apparatus And Method For A Ribbon Printing System - A cleaning apparatus for a ribbon printing system includes a base support and an insert. The base support has a receiving area configured to receive a cleaning pad and the insert is configured to secure the cleaning pad in the receiving area or the base support. The base support is shaped to fit between a printer and a backup platen of the ribbon printing system when the insert secures the cleaning pad in the base support so that a thermal print head of the printer engages the cleaning pad in order to clean the print head. | 12-24-2015 |
| 20150354634 | COUPLING DEVICE FOR A DRIVE DEVICE, AND DRIVE DEVICE - A coupling device for the force-related connection of a device for machining pipes or pipe ends to a drive device is provided. With the aim of a high degree of variability, the coupling device has at least one force transmission device with at least one force transmission element for transmitting rotary forces to at least one force absorption element of at least one force absorption device with respect to a drive axis, wherein the at least one force transmission device is configured to be brought into connection optionally and alternately with force absorption devices which each differ in design with respect to the force absorption elements thereof and preferably differ in design with respect to a center distance between the force absorption elements. | 12-10-2015 |
| 20150353028 | FASTENER FOR FASTENING A PANEL TO A SUPPORT AND ASSEMBLY TO FASTEN TO SAID SUPPORT, PROVIDED WITH A FASTENER AND A PANEL - The invention concerns a fastener comprising a foot and a head comprising a plate to which said foot is linked, a wedge and a shank connecting said plate to said wedge, which comprises a back-plate, a rim and flexible arms connecting said rim to said back-plate, each arm comprises a first and a second curved section, and an elbow connecting them, said first section is connected to said back-plate by a first end of said arm and said second section is connected to said rim by a second end of said arm, said back-plate and each flexible arm are configured such that the distance between the center of said back-plate and said second section increases along said second section from said elbow to said rim. | 12-10-2015 |
| 20150336220 | RUNNING GEAR SYSTEM FOR PORTABLE WIRE FEEDER - A running gear system for a portable wire feeder case is disclosed that includes a plurality of wheel assemblies configured to rotate between a first retracted position and a first deployed position, a handle configured to extend between a second retracted position and a second deployed position, and a retractable support, wherein the plurality of wheel assemblies and the retractable support are configured to cooperatively support the portable wire feeder case in a horizontal orientation. | 11-26-2015 |
| 20150336109 | WIRE ELECTRODE CLEANING IN IONIZING BLOWERS - Methods and apparatus for cleaning contaminant byproducts off of ionizing wire electrodes in ionizing blowers are disclosed. Disclosed apparatus include a housing with a gas-flow channel, an stationary ionizing wire, and a rotatable frame with supports for resiliently supporting the stationary ionizing wire within the channel. The ionizing wire produces charge carriers and has a surface that develops a layer of contaminant byproducts when an ionizing signal is applied thereto. The frame is rotatably mounted such that the supports clean the layer of contaminant byproducts off of the surface of the ionizing wire when the frame is rotated, by physical and/or by electrical means. Disclosed methods include providing an ionizing signal to the ionizing wire to thereby produce charge carriers and rotating the frame relative to the housing to thereby clean contaminant byproducts off of the ionizing wire. | 11-26-2015 |
| 20150334784 | INDUCTION HEATING STAND ASSEMBLY - An induction heating system includes an induction heating head assembly configured to move relative to a workpiece. The induction heating system may also include a temperature sensor assembly configured to detect a temperature of the workpiece and/or a travel sensor assembly configured to detect a position, movement, or direction of movement of the induction heating head assembly relative to the workpiece, and to transmit feedback signals to a controller configured to adjust the power provided to the induction heating head assembly by a power source based at least in part on the feedback signals. In certain embodiments, the induction heating system may also include a connection box configured to receive the feedback signals, to perform certain conversions of the feedback signals, and to provide the feedback signals to the power source. Furthermore, in certain embodiments, the induction heating system may include an inductor stand assembly configured to hold the induction heating head assembly against the workpiece. | 11-19-2015 |
| 20150334783 | INDUCTION HEATING SYSTEM CONNECTION BOX - An induction heating system includes an induction heating head assembly configured to move relative to a workpiece. The induction heating system may also include a temperature sensor assembly configured to detect a temperature of the workpiece and/or a travel sensor assembly configured to detect a position, movement, or direction of movement of the induction heating head assembly relative to the workpiece, and to transmit feedback signals to a controller configured to adjust the power provided to the induction heating head assembly by a power source based at least in part on the feedback signals. In certain embodiments, the induction heating system may also include a connection box configured to receive the feedback signals, to perform certain conversions of the feedback signals, and to provide the feedback signals to the power source. Furthermore, in certain embodiments, the induction heating system may include an inductor stand assembly configured to hold the induction heating head assembly against the workpiece. | 11-19-2015 |
| 20150334782 | INDUCTION HEATING SYSTEM TRAVEL SENSOR ASSEMBLY - An induction heating system includes an induction heating head assembly configured to move relative to a workpiece. The induction heating system may also include a temperature sensor assembly configured to detect a temperature of the workpiece and/or a travel sensor assembly configured to detect a position, movement, or direction of movement of the induction heating head assembly relative to the workpiece, and to transmit feedback signals to a controller configured to adjust the power provided to the induction heating head assembly by a power source based at least in part on the feedback signals. In certain embodiments, the induction heating system may also include a connection box configured to receive the feedback signals, to perform certain conversions of the feedback signals, and to provide the feedback signals to the power source. Furthermore, in certain embodiments, the induction heating system may include an inductor stand assembly configured to hold the induction heating head assembly against the workpiece. | 11-19-2015 |
| 20150334781 | INDUCTION HEATING SYSTEM TEMPERATURE SENSOR ASSEMBLY - An induction heating system includes an induction heating head assembly configured to move relative to a workpiece. The induction heating system may also include a temperature sensor assembly configured to detect a temperature of the workpiece and/or a travel sensor assembly configured to detect a position, movement, or direction of movement of the induction heating head assembly relative to the workpiece, and to transmit feedback signals to a controller configured to adjust the power provided to the induction heating head assembly by a power source based at least in part on the feedback signals. In certain embodiments, the induction heating system may also include a connection box configured to receive the feedback signals, to perform certain conversions of the feedback signals, and to provide the feedback signals to the power source. Furthermore, in certain embodiments, the induction heating system may include an inductor stand assembly configured to hold the induction heating head assembly against the workpiece. | 11-19-2015 |
| 20150334780 | INDUCTION HEATING SYSTEM - An induction heating system includes an induction heating head assembly configured to move relative to a workpiece. The induction heating system may also include a temperature sensor assembly configured to detect a temperature of the workpiece and/or a travel sensor assembly configured to detect a position, movement, or direction of movement of the induction heating head assembly relative to the workpiece, and to transmit feedback signals to a controller configured to adjust the power provided to the induction heating head assembly by a power source based at least in part on the feedback signals. In certain embodiments, the induction heating system may also include a connection box configured to receive the feedback signals, to perform certain conversions of the feedback signals, and to provide the feedback signals to the power source. Furthermore, in certain embodiments, the induction heating system may include an inductor stand assembly configured to hold the induction heating head assembly against the workpiece. | 11-19-2015 |
| 20150330355 | PUMPED HYDRO TOWER - Embodiments of the present disclosure are directed towards a power generation system having a wind power system comprising a wind tower and a pumped liquid energy storage system configured to store liquid in an interior volume of the wind tower, wherein the pumped liquid energy storage system is a closed-loop system. | 11-19-2015 |
| 20150298864 | UNISEX ZIPPERED PACKAGES WITH WIDE MOUTH AND OTHER FEATURES - The disclosure pertains to method for manufacturing reclosable packages, bags or pouches wherein, typically, a unisex zipper is looped so as to form a gap between the ends of the zipper and sealed inside of the package. The formation of the looped zipper segment causes the package to have a wide open mouth, and a natural tendency toward the open configuration. | 10-22-2015 |
| 20150292541 | ENERGY ABSORPTION ROTATABLE FASTENER - An energy absorbing rotatable fastener to attach curtain air bags to a vehicle body includes a metal clip with a rectangular central aperture and inward flanges on opposing sides of the aperture. A molded pin includes a manipulation portion and an energy absorption portion supported on the clip with a biasing element urging the pin outward. The pin and clip connect an air bag tab and body plate and the pin is rotatable in an arc of 45° to place the energy absorption portion in an energy absorbing position between the tab and body plate. The pin and clip each provide energy absorption on air bag deployment. In one form, the manipulation portion of the pin includes a drive cap that provides ninety degrees (90°) of lost motion. | 10-15-2015 |
| 20150292455 | Filter Assembly for Separating Water From Fuel - A filter assembly is configured to prevent water from infiltrating a fuel tank and/or engine. The filter assembly may include a housing having a fuel inlet line and a fuel outlet line. The housing defines an internal chamber in fluid communication with the fuel inlet line and the fuel outlet line. Fuel passes into the internal chamber through the fuel inlet, and filtered fuel passes out of the internal chamber to the fuel tank and/or the engine through the fuel outlet line. A filtering frame may be secured within the internal chamber, and may include a coalescing frame portion that is configured to allow water to coalesce thereon and sink toward a bottom of the internal chamber, and a hydrophobic frame portion that is configured to repel the water from a valve coupled to the fuel outlet line. A flow restrictor is configured to float on the water toward the valve. The flow restrictor sealingly engages the valve to prevent fluid from flowing through the valve when a surface level of the water is proximate to the valve. | 10-15-2015 |
| 20150290787 | EMBEDDED REGULATOR FOR PNEUMATIC NAILER SUPPLEMENTAL AIR TANK - A pneumatic power system utilizing compressed air provided by a compressor is provided, including a supplemental air tank having an inlet port and defining an internal cavity, an embedding piece engaged in the inlet port, a regulator is connected to the embedding piece for fluid connection to the compressor, and the regulator being substantially enclosed within the cavity. | 10-15-2015 |
| 20150290786 | FASTENER-DRIVING TOOL INCLUDING A DRIVING DEVICE - A fastener-driving tool including a housing, a driving device associated with the housing and including a driver blade, a biasing member and a coupler attached to the driver blade and the biasing member, and a compound gear rotatably attached to the housing and in engagement with the coupler, where the compound gear is configured to rotate between a first position and a second position. The compound gear is rotated to the first position to move and secure the biasing member in a biased position when the driver blade is in a pre-drive position, and upon actuation, the biasing member is released from the biased position and biases the compound gear to move to the second position thereby causing the driver blade to move to a driven position for driving a fastener. | 10-15-2015 |
| 20150283640 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MEASURING VOLTAGE AND CURRENT IN A TORCH - A retrofit module includes at least one of a current sensing component that has a first circuit or a voltage sensing component that has a second circuit. The current sensing component and the voltage sensing component may be disposed in a torch head of a welding or plasma cutting torch. The current sensing component is configured to measure a welding or plasma cutting current of the torch head, and the voltage sensing component is configured to measure a welding or plasma cutting voltage of the torch head. | 10-08-2015 |
| 20150273611 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR WIRELESS CONTROL OF A WELDING POWER SUPPLY - Embodiments described herein include wireless control of a welding power supply via portable electronic devices. In particular, operating parameters and statuses of the welding power supply may be modified by the portable electronic device, as well as be displayed on the portable electronic device. For example, in certain embodiments, the welding power supply may be an engine-driven welding power supply, and the portable electronic device may be configured to start and/or stop an engine of the engine-driven welding power supply. A pairing procedure may be used to pair the welding power supply and the portable electronic device in a wireless communication network. Furthermore, in certain embodiments, a method of prioritization of control between a control panel of the welding power supply and the portable electronic device may be implemented. | 10-01-2015 |
| 20150273610 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PAIRING OF WIRELESS CONTROL DEVICES WITH A WELDING POWER SUPPLY - Embodiments described herein include wireless control of a welding power supply via portable electronic devices. In particular, operating parameters and statuses of the welding power supply may be modified by the portable electronic device, as well as be displayed on the portable electronic device. For example, in certain embodiments, the welding power supply may be an engine-driven welding power supply, and the portable electronic device may be configured to start and/or stop an engine of the engine-driven welding power supply. A pairing procedure may be used to pair the welding power supply and the portable electronic device in a wireless communication network. Furthermore, in certain embodiments, a method of prioritization of control between a control panel of the welding power supply and the portable electronic device may be implemented. | 10-01-2015 |
| 20150273609 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PRIORITIZATION OF WIRELESS CONTROL OF A WELDING POWER SUPPLY - Embodiments described herein include wireless control of a welding power supply via portable electronic devices. In particular, operating parameters and statuses of the welding power supply may be modified by the portable electronic device, as well as be displayed on the portable electronic device. For example, in certain embodiments, the welding power supply may be an engine-driven welding power supply, and the portable electronic device may be configured to start and/or stop an engine of the engine-driven welding power supply. A pairing procedure may be used to pair the welding power supply and the portable electronic device in a wireless communication network. Furthermore, in certain embodiments, a method of prioritization of control between a control panel of the welding power supply and the portable electronic device may be implemented. | 10-01-2015 |
| 20150273607 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR WIRELESS CONTROL OF AN ENGINE-DRIVEN WELDING POWER SUPPLY - Embodiments described herein include wireless control of a welding power supply via portable electronic devices. In particular, operating parameters and statuses of the welding power supply may be modified by the portable electronic device, as well as be displayed on the portable electronic device. For example, in certain embodiments, the welding power supply may be an engine-driven welding power supply, and the portable electronic device may be configured to start and/or stop an engine of the engine-driven welding power supply. A pairing procedure may be used to pair the welding power supply and the portable electronic device in a wireless communication network. Furthermore, in certain embodiments, a method of prioritization of control between a control panel of the welding power supply and the portable electronic device may be implemented. | 10-01-2015 |
| 20150258621 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING AN OUTPUT POWER OF A WELDING POWER SUPPLY - A method for controlling an output current of a welding power supply includes detecting, using control circuitry of the welding power supply, a root mean square (RMS) current setting. The method also includes calculating, using the control circuitry, an average current command based on the RMS current setting. The method also includes controlling, using the control circuitry, the output current using the average current command to produce an output substantially the same as the RMS current setting. | 09-17-2015 |
| 20150252826 | FASTENING CLIP ASSEMBLY - A fastening clip assembly is configured to securely connect a first panel to a second panel. The fastening clip assembly may include a collar, a securing support extending from the collar, and deflectable beams connected to the securing support. The deflectable beams are configured to move in first and second directions when the deflectable beams are mated with one or both of the first and second panels. The first direction differs from the second direction. | 09-10-2015 |
| 20150250044 | LINEAR IONIZING BAR WITH CONFIGURABLE NOZZLES - Ionizing bars for delivering charged carriers to charge neutralization target objects may include an ion emitter for establishing an ion cloud of charge carriers in response to application of an ionizing voltage. Disclosed bars may also include a reference electrode that presents a non-ionizing electric field to urge ions to move away from the ion emitter. The disclosed bars may also include a manifold. The manifold may receive and divide gas into plural gas streams directed past the ion emitter in a pattern to thereby urge charge carriers toward the target. The manifold may have plural apertures with nozzled inserts received therein. At least some of the inserts may have at least one aperture through which gas may flow and the nozzle inserts may collectively direct the divided gas streams away from the manifold and toward the target in one or more predetermined patterns. | 09-03-2015 |
| 20150245499 | PRE-HEATER LATCH AND SEAL MECHANISM FOR WAVE SOLDER MACHINE AND RELATED METHOD - A wave solder machine includes a pre-heating station, a wave soldering station, and a conveyor to transport substrates through a tunnel passing through the pre-heating station and the wave soldering station. The tunnel has a substantially oxygen-free environment. The pre-heating station includes a pre-heater including a support frame assembly, and a heater assembly supported by the support frame assembly. The heater assembly is slidably coupled to the support frame assembly between an operational position and a non-operational position. The pre-heater further includes a seal disposed between the heater assembly and the support frame assembly. The seal provides a gas-tight seal when the heater assembly is in the operational position to prevent atmosphere from entering the tunnel thereby preserving the substantially oxygen-free environment within the tunnel. | 08-27-2015 |
| 20150235882 | DEVICES AND METHODS FOR HANDLING MICROELECTRONICS ASSEMBLIES - The disclosure relates to trays for the handling and shipping of computer chips, or similar microelectronic devices. The tray include a series of channels, each extending along a width of the tray. The channels include such devices as pins and clips for securing a thermoformed tape. The thermoformed tape includes pockets for storing the various computer chips, or similar microelectronic devices. | 08-20-2015 |
| 20150232234 | END CLIP WITH SNAP ON AND WELD INSTALLATION - The present disclosure relates to an end clip for a closure for a reclosable package or similar apparatus. The end clip includes any of a variety of inwardly extending engagement elements to engage portions of a closure held therebetween, particularly the flanges of the closure. The end clip is ultrasonically welded or similarly bonded to itself through the closure flanges. | 08-20-2015 |
| 20150217472 | SAMPLE PREPARATION SAW - A saw has a system for sensing the torque on a cutting blade to signal when the blade begins to cut material. The saw has a drive belt extending between a driven wheel and a drive wheel and a belt tensioner that engages a side of the belt and maintains tension in the belt. The belt tensioner is movable to maintain the tension in the belt. A control system calculates the movement of the belt tensioner. The saw has a system for determining the size of the sacrificial blade. A through beam photoelectric emitter and receiver pair are positioned on opposite sides of the blade such that a largest cutting blade is moved above the beam regardless of a horizontal position of the cutting blade and sensor senses a vertical position of the axis of the blade. The sensor senses the vertical position of the blade axis when the blade is moved above the beam. | 08-06-2015 |
| 20150216092 | FORCED CONVECTION PRE-HEATER FOR WAVE SOLDER MACHINE AND RELATED METHOD - A wave solder machine is configured to perform a wave solder operation on an electronic substrate. The wave solder machine includes a pre-heating station configured to heat the electronic substrate, a wave soldering station configured to attach electronic components to the electronic substrate with solder, and a conveyor configured to transport substrates through a tunnel passing through the fluxing station, the pre-heating station and the wave soldering station. The pre-heating station includes at least one pre-heater including an outer chamber housing, a compression box assembly disposed in the outer chamber housing, a diffuser plate disposed above the compression box assembly, and at least one heating element disposed in the outer chamber housing. The pre-heater is configured to draw heated gas into the compression box assembly from the tunnel, heat the gas, and exhaust the heated gas out to the tunnel through the diffuser plate. | 07-30-2015 |
| 20150208768 | REPAIRABLE BUCKLE - A latching buckle assembly wherein one buckle component includes a removable cross-bar adapted to receive an attachment strap in looped relation. The cross-bar is adapted to hold the attachment strap in place during use while permitting free relative rotation. When the cross-bar is removed, the webbing can be disengaged from the buckle member to facilitate replacement if required. | 07-30-2015 |
| 20150208515 | FLUX MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR A WAVE SOLDER MACHINE - A wave solder machine is configured to perform a wave solder operation on an electronic substrate. The wave solder machine includes a fluxing station configured to apply flux onto the electronic substrate, a pre-heating station configured to heat the electronic substrate, a wave soldering station configured to attach electronic components to the electronic substrate with solder, and a conveyor configured to transport substrates through a tunnel passing through the fluxing station, the pre-heating station and the wave soldering station. The wave solder machine further includes a flux management system configured to remove contaminants from the tunnel. The flux management system is in fluid communication with the tunnel for passage of a vapor stream from the tunnel through the flux management system and back to the tunnel. Methods of performing a wave solder operation are further disclosed. | 07-23-2015 |
| 20150204646 | EXTENSOMETER REMOTE ARM ACTUATION - The disclosure relates to an extensometer wherein the actuation of the contact arms is performed by a separate rotating bar so as to avoid or minimize placing active mechanics onto the arms. The rotating bar includes a spool about which a metal belt is wound. Rotating the bar, and hence the spool, in the desired direction pulls the metal belt which pulls a spring-loaded wedge with internal camming slots which urges the contact arms apart. | 07-23-2015 |
| 20150203251 | RECLOSABLE PACKAGE OR BAG WITH SCENTED ZIPPER - The disclosure relates to a zipper for a reclosable package wherein the zipper includes fragrance-carrying oil within an internal zipper volume or storage volume thereby confining the scent while the zipper and the package are closed. When the zipper is opened, the scent is allowed to escape to the consumer. | 07-23-2015 |
| 20150202756 | INDIRECT FIRING FASTENING TOOL WITH ANTI-FIRING TRIGGER SUPPORT - An indirect firing fastening tool with an anti-firing trigger support. The tool comprises, in one case, an axially movable equipment with a tip guide projecting from the case to drive a fastening member into a support material, a reception housing for a fastener charger and anti-firing safety means to prevent the recoil of the tip guide. Advantageously, an anti-firing trigger support is mounted on said reception housing to convert the tool into a mono-firing tool, the trigger being arranged to cooperate with the anti-firing safety means so as to remove them and authorize firing. | 07-23-2015 |
| 20150201716 | SPACED MULTI-RIB ZIPPER - The present disclosure relates to a one piece multi-rib fastener including at least two groups of ribs, each rib with one or more hooks, wherein the groups are separated by a space less than the width of the maximum number of ribs within one of the groups. | 07-23-2015 |
| 20150196970 | DEVICES AND METHODS FOR COMMUNICATING IN A WELDING SYSTEM - A welding device includes a welding power input configured to receive welding power and data via a welding power cable. The welding power is combined with the data. Moreover, the data is encoded using Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM). The welding device also includes control circuitry configured to receive the OFDM encoded data and to decode the OFDM encoded data. | 07-16-2015 |
| 20150194073 | WELDING SOFTWARE FOR DETECTION AND CONTROL OF DEVICES AND FOR ANALYSIS OF DATA - A method used in a welding system includes detecting multiple markers on a welding torch. The markers are detected using one or more cameras. The method also includes blocking live welding using the welding torch while the one or more cameras are unable to detect at least one of the multiple markers on the welding torch. | 07-09-2015 |
| 20150194072 | FEEDBACK FROM A WELDING TORCH OF A WELDING SYSTEM - A welding system includes a welding torch. The welding torch includes a sensor configured to detect a motion associated with the welding torch, a temperature associated with the welding torch, or some combination thereof. A display of the welding torch is activated, a determination is made that the welding torch has been involved in a high impact event, live welding using the welding torch is disabled, a software selection is made, or some combination thereof, based on the motion, the temperature, or some combination thereof. | 07-09-2015 |
| 20150190888 | ELECTRICAL ASSEMBLIES FOR A WELDING SYSTEM - A welding system includes a protective cover selectively movable between a first position and a second position. While in the first position the protective cover is configured to block environmental elements from contacting a display, and while in the second position the protective cover is not configured to block environmental elements from contacting the display. The welding system also includes control circuitry configured to detect whether the protective cover is in the first position or the second position. | 07-09-2015 |
| 20150190887 | CALIBRATION TOOL AND METHOD FOR A WELDING SYSTEM - A calibration tool includes a calibration tip. The calibration tool may be for a welding training system or some other welding system. The calibration tool also includes a first marker disposed a first distance from the calibration tip and a second marker disposed a second distance from the first marker. The second distance is adjustable during calibration. | 07-09-2015 |
| 20150190876 | WELDING STAND FOR A WELDING SYSTEM - A welding system includes a motion tracking system comprising a camera having a lens. The welding system also includes a cover disposed over the lens of the camera. The cover is configured to enable infrared light to pass therethrough and to block environmental elements from contacting the lens of the camera. The cover is disposed over the lens of the camera at an angle relative to a face of the camera, and the angle is between approximately 10 and 60 degrees. | 07-09-2015 |
| 20150190875 | FEEDBACK FROM A WELDING TORCH OF A WELDING SYSTEM - A method includes displaying, on a display of a welding torch, a welding parameter in relation to a predetermined threshold range for the welding parameter, a target value for the welding parameter, or some combination thereof as a position of the welding torch changes, an orientation of the welding torch changes, a movement of the welding torch changes, or some combination thereof, to enable a welding operator to perform a welding operation with the welding parameter within the predetermined threshold range, at the target value, or some combination thereof. The welding parameter is associated with the position of the welding torch, the orientation of the welding torch, the movement of the welding torch, or some combination thereof. | 07-09-2015 |
| 20150185195 | ELECTROMAGNETIC SPECTRALLY DETECTABLE PLASTIC PACKAGING COMPONENTS - A plastic packaging component is provided that is formed of a resin containing an electromagnetic spectrally detectable additive mixed with the resin. The resin formed into a plastic packaging component of an aerosol package lid, an aerosol spray button, an aerosol spray tube, a trigger sprayer, an integrated lid-sprayer, a grease cartridge, a grease cap, plastic fiber toweling, a packaging strap, a pail lid, a jar cap, or a brush. A process for detecting a displaced packaging component in an organic production stream is provided that includes adding to a resin an electromagnetically detectable additive intermixed with the resin and forming the additive loaded resin into the plastic packaging component. The production stream is then scanned for the detectable signal of the additive. Upon detecting the additive, an alarm signal is provided that the production stream contains the displaced packaging component. | 07-02-2015 |
| 20150183315 | GUIDING DEVICE FOR A FUEL FILLER NOZZLE - The invention relates to a guiding device for a fuel filler nozzle wherein the guiding device is designed to be inserted into a filler neck of a vehicle tank, and wherein the guiding device comprises fastening means for fastening on an insertion opening of the filler neck provided for insertion of the fuel filler nozzle, wherein the guiding device comprises at least two tubular sections connected with one another, which are moveable relative to each other for adaption to a curvature or an angled shape of the filler neck. | 07-02-2015 |
| 20150176630 | CAGED NUT - A CAGED NUT, of the type formed by the composition of a container housing and a nut accommodated therein, wherein said nut is formed by a planar base from which emerges a threaded cylinder linked to said base by means of a connection vault; said housing or cage being formed by a stamped clip that clasps said nut between flexed lateral arms and folds at the ends of said clip; tabs for engaging with the panel where said assembly is to be fastened emerging from said end folds. | 06-25-2015 |
| 20150151900 | PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICE FOR PRESSURIZED CONTAINER - A pressure relief device for venting an internally pressurized container and an aerosol can having a can bottom containing this pressure relief device. The pressure release device includes a coined pressure vent within a domed can bottom. The pressure vent is characterized by a venting pressure greater than about 500 psig. In addition, the can bottom resists eversion and/or failure along the mechanical attachment to the container body at all pressures between the venting pressure and the longitudinal rupture pressure in the container body. | 06-04-2015 |
| 20150144016 | Imagewise Priming of Non-D2T2 Printable Substrates for Direct D2T2 Printing - A method for enabling D2T2 printing onto non-D2T2 printable substrates uses a diffusible primer material provided on a dye-sheet or ribbon. The primer comprises a polymer, a release agent and a plasticizer. The release agent and the plasticizer are diffused into the substrate, while the polymer remains on the dye-sheet or ribbon. Printing of the primer onto the PC substrate is controlled via a computer image program corresponding to a colored image. This computer image program also controls the printing of the colored image at the primed locations. Accordingly, image-wise treatment of a plastic material via the primer selectively renders the PC substrate surface D2T2 printable at the point of personalization, providing for a 100% PC full card body having the colored image. | 05-28-2015 |
| 20150136827 | NAIL DRIVING DEVICE - The invention is directed to a nail driving device, comprising a driving ram having a drive unit and a feed mechanism for a nail strip that is transportable in a transporting direction, wherein a guide member and/or a transporting member of the feed mechanism acts in operation on the receiving ribbon. It is proposed that the guide member and/or transporting member is formed to operate on receiving ribbons of different widths. | 05-21-2015 |
| 20150135487 | ADAPTABLE MATING FASTENER ASSEMBLY - A fastening assembly is configured to secure a first component to a second component through a range of connection angles. The fastening assembly may include a female fastening member having at least one retention stud, and a male fastening member having an internal opening configured to pivotally retain the at least one retention stud. The retention stud(s) is configured to be pivotally adjusted within the internal opening in order to securely connect the female fastening member to the male fastening member through the range of connection angles. | 05-21-2015 |
| 20150135483 | MULTI-DIRECTIONAL BUCKLE ASSEMBLY - A female buckle member is configured to securely mate with a male buckle member and adjustably retain webbing through multiple directions. The female buckle member may include a housing having first and second ends and first and second sides. A base of the housing may include a base connected to opposed lateral walls and an upper wall. An insertion channel is defined between the base, the opposed lateral walls, and an upper wall. The housing may be symmetrical about longitudinal and lateral axes. The first and second ends of the housing may have the same size and shape. The first and second ends are configured to receive an insertion end of a male buckle member. The female buckle member may also include a plurality of web-retainers that define a first web-retaining channel configured to adjustably retain webbing extending between the first and second ends, and a second web-retaining channel configured to adjustably retain webbing extending between the first and second sides. | 05-21-2015 |
| 20150132483 | DISPENSING APPARATUS HAVING SUBSTRATE INVERTER SYSTEM AND ROLLER SYSTEM, AND METHOD FOR DISPENSING A VISCOUS MATERIAL ON A SUBSTRATE - A dispenser includes a frame, a gantry system coupled to the frame, and a dispensing unit coupled to the gantry system. The dispenser further includes a substrate support assembly coupled to the frame and configured to support the substrate to dispense material on the top surface of the substrate and on the bottom surface of the substrate. The substrate support assembly includes a roller system configured to receive and support the substrate in a dispense position. The substrate support assembly further includes an inverter system coupled to the frame and the roller system. The inverter system is configured to rotate the roller system about an axis that is parallel to the y-axis direction between a first position in which the top surface is in a dispense position and a second position in which the bottom surface is in a dispense position. | 05-14-2015 |
| 20150132482 | DISPENSING APPARATUS HAVING SUBSTRATE INVERTER SYSTEM AND CLAMPING SYSTEM, AND METHOD FOR DISPENSING A VISCOUS MATERIAL ON A SUBSTRATE - A dispenser, which is capable of dispensing viscous material on a substrate having a top surface and a bottom surface, includes a frame, a gantry system, and a dispensing unit. The gantry system is configured to move the dispensing unit in x-axis, y-axis, and z-axis directions. The dispenser further includes a substrate support assembly configured to support the substrate in a dispense position to dispense material on the top surface of the substrate and on the bottom surface of the substrate. The substrate support assembly includes a clamping system and an inverter system. The inverter system is configured to rotate the clamping system about an axis that is parallel to the y-axis direction between a first position in which the top surface of the substrate is in the dispense position and a second position in which the bottom surface of the substrate is in the dispense position. | 05-14-2015 |
| 20150128856 | DISPENSING APPARATUS HAVING TRANSPORT SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TRANSPORTING A SUBSTRATE WITHIN THE DISPENSING APPARATUS - A dispenser, which is configured to dispense viscous material on a substrate, includes a frame, a gantry system coupled to the frame, and a dispensing unit coupled to the gantry system. The gantry system is configured to move the dispensing unit in x-axis, y-axis, and z-axis directions. The dispenser further includes a substrate support assembly coupled to the frame and configured to support the substrate to dispense material on the substrate in a dispense position, and a transport system configured to transport the substrate to the dispense position and to remove the substrate from the dispense position. The transport system includes a first pusher assembly configured to move the substrate within the dispenser. A transport system and methods of dispensing material on a substrate are further disclosed. | 05-14-2015 |
| 20150128386 | SNAP-IN FASTENER WITH SEALING FLANGE - An improved fastener with an annular sealing flange disposed above a lead-in base clip portion adapted for insertion into an acceptance opening in a panel or other structure. A heat-shrunk seal is disposed about the perimeter of the annular sealing flange in partial covering relation to upper and lower surfaces of the annular sealing flange to provide an enhanced sealing relation between the sealing flange and the panel. | 05-14-2015 |
| 20150122867 | FASTENER DRIVING TOOL WITH AN AUTOMATIC NOSE CHAMBER GUIDE MEMBER - A fastener driving tool with an improved nose chamber guide member is provided for driving fasteners of at least two different lengths. Multiple fasteners in a magazine are guided toward a driving bore to be driven by a driver blade. A nosepiece defines a passageway of the fasteners. The guide member is operatively connected to the nosepiece and is configured for transitioning between a first position and a second position relative to the nosepiece in a direction transverse to an operational flow direction of the fasteners. In the first position, the guide member is disposed to align with the driving bore for allowing driving of the fasteners having a first length. In the second position, the guide member is disposed out of alignment with respect to the driving bore for allowing driving of the fasteners having a second length, which is longer than the first length. | 05-07-2015 |
| 20150117939 | PLASTIC COMPONENT AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING A PLASTIC COMPONENT - The invention relates to a plastic component with at least one fastening element attached to the plastic component, wherein the fastening element comprises at least one attachment section for attachment to the plastic component and at least one fastening section for fastening a part to be mounted on the plastic component, wherein the plastic component is composed of a plastic matrix, wherein the attachment section of the fastening element is integrated in a first area of the plastic matrix and wherein reinforcement fibres are integrated in a second, different area of the plastic matrix. The invention also relates to a method for producing a plastic component. | 04-30-2015 |
| 20150114940 | EXTRACTION OF ARC LENGTH FROM VOLTAGE AND CURRENT FEEDBACK - A method of controlling a welding system includes controlling a weld current supplied to an electrode at a current ramp rate and determining an arc length based at least in part on the controlled weld current and a changing arc voltage. The arc length includes a distance between the electrode and a workpiece, and the arc voltage includes a voltage between the electrode and the workpiece. | 04-30-2015 |
| 20150108103 | Method and Apparatus For Welding With CV Control - A method and apparatus for welding is disclosed. The output is preferably a cyclical CV MIG output, and each cycle is divided into segments. An output parameter is sampled a plurality of times within one or more of the segments. The CV output is controlled within the at least one segment in response to the sampling. The parameter is output power, a resistance of the load, an output current, an output voltage, or functions thereof in various embodiments. The control loop is preferably a PI or PID loop. The loop may be applied only within a window. The set point may be taught or fixed. The system can be used to weld with a controlled arc length. | 04-23-2015 |
| 20150107060 | QUICK FASTENING DEVICE FOR PANELS - A QUICK FASTENING DEVICE FOR PANELS, of the type containing two elements that interact with one another by virtue of the moving parts thereof and which is used to provide an anchoring point for the fastening of an application to the hole in a panel, being formed from a clip and a pin, said clip incorporating tabs descending downwards from the base, and having elastic ability in order to move closer toward the center of said clip through the sliding action of elbows or hooks on said tabs, acting on the inclined profile of cavities provided in said pin. | 04-23-2015 |
| 20150096983 | FUEL NOZZLE-RECEIVING ASSEMBLY - A fuel nozzle-receiving assembly is configured to be operatively connected to a fuel fill line of a fuel intake system of a vehicle. The assembly may include a main outer body, a pressure relief member, and a seal member. The pressure relief member may be secured to and within the main outer body and may include at least one valve operatively connected to at least one relief passage. The valve(s) is configured to open to allow fluid pressure to be released through the at least one relief passage when the fluid pressure exceeds a pressure threshold. The seal member may be secured to the pressure relief member and may define a central opening configured to receive a fuel nozzle. The seal member is configured to sealingly engage an outer shaft of the fuel nozzle to prevent fuel from back-flowing out of the fuel fill line and air from passing into the fuel fill line. | 04-09-2015 |
| 20150090134 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PRINTING SMALL ASPECT FEATURES - A method of stencil printing small aspect features includes performing a stencil print stroke across a stencil having at least one small aspect opening with a stencil printer having a squeegee blade, and venting an area below the at least one small aspect opening. Another method includes performing a stencil print stroke across a stencil having at least one small aspect opening with a stencil printer having a multi-blade squeegee, and venting an area below the at least one small aspect opening. A stencil printer includes a stencil having apertures formed therein, and a print head positioned over the stencil and configured to deposit viscous material within the apertures of the stencil. The print head includes a support, a first pair of blades secured to the support, and a second pair of blades secured to the support. | 04-02-2015 |
| 20150083163 | DISHWASHER WITH TREATMENT-FLUID GENERATOR, AND METHOD OF OPERATING SUCH A DISHWASHER - A dishwasher for crockery or utensils, which is designed as a box-type dishwasher or as a conveyor dishwasher, wherein the dishwasher ( | 03-26-2015 |
| 20150075090 | LIFTING ANCHORS - An edge lift anchor for embedment into a concrete panel, the anchor having a head of generally plate-like form for releasable attachment with lifting equipment, and at least one leg extending from the head, for locking into the surrounding concrete, the head having an eye for receiving a locking bolt of a lifting clutch in the form of a ring clutch, the head having an upper edge engageable by the body of the ring clutch when the clutch body is inclined at the commencement of lifting a cast panel from the horizontal configuration in which it is cast to a generally vertical configuration, wherein the width of the head is such that engagement between the clutch body and the edge of the head at the commencement of lifting from a horizontal configuration is at a sufficient distance from the end of the head that any deformation of the edge of the head caused by engagement with the clutch body under the applied lifting load will be wholly contained within the width of the head. | 03-19-2015 |
| 20150074190 | DIGITAL NETWORKING IN A WELDING SYSTEM - A method for handling a data packet includes a network device receiving the data packet. The method also includes the network device separating first network layer data of the data packet from message data of the data packet. The message data of the data packet includes a source address represented by less than four bytes, a destination address represented by less than four bytes, and a format identifier. The method includes determining whether the destination address of the message data matches an address of the network device or whether the message data indicates a broadcast message. The method also includes the network device processing the format identifier if the destination address of the message data matches the address of the network device or if the message data indicates the broadcast message. The method includes the network device providing the message data to the network device and/or other network devices. | 03-12-2015 |
| 20150063949 | STAPLE ASSEMBLY - Disclosed is an assembly of staples, the staples having a crown portion having at least two legs extending therefrom and one or more barbs protruding from at least one of the legs, the assembly further including at least one strip of collation tape, wherein the staples are collated and connected by way of the at least one strip of collation tape secured to the staples. In one form a portion of the collation tape remain affixed to the staples when driven by driver blade in a powered staple tool and assists in maintaining alignment of the staple in a nosepiece of the tool. | 03-05-2015 |
| 20150060513 | STAPLE TOOL - Disclosed is a tool for driving a barbed staple into a workpiece, the tool includes a housing enclosing a power delivery source and a driver blade driven by the power delivery source and comprising an engagement portion configured for engagement with the staple. The tool further includes a nosepiece comprising an aperture providing access for loading a staple into the nosepiece and a passage configured for slidable mounting of the driver blade. In use, the driver blade may be driven along a longitudinal axis of the passage by the power delivery source to engage and drive a staple into a workpiece. Clearances are providing to allow for loading and passage of the barbed staples in the nosepiece and arrangements are provided to maintain the alignment of the staple in the nosepiece to compensate for those clearances. | 03-05-2015 |
| 20150060426 | Method and Apparatus For Providing Welding Type Power With Balanced Bus - A welding-type power supply includes a controller, bus (that can, but need not be preregulated), and an output converter. The controller has a preregulator control output and an output converter control output. The controller may receive bus feedback indicative of a plurality of bus voltages. A bus voltage balancing module in the converter includes a scaled correction module responsive to the bus feedback signal, and the converter control output is responsive to the bus voltage balancing module. The controller may receive load feedback indicative of a load output, have a bus voltage balancing module that includes a load proportional gain module responsive to the load. | 03-05-2015 |
| 20150053660 | Method and Apparatus For Providing Welding Type Power With Flux Balancing - A welding-type power supply includes a controller, a preregulator, a preregulator bus, and an output converter. The controller has a preregulator control output and an output converter control output. The controller has a converter control output connected to the control input, and a flux balancing module. The converter control output is responsive to the flux balancing module such that the flux in the transformer remains balanced. | 02-26-2015 |
| 20150034629 | SYSTEMS, DEVICES, AND METHODS FOR HEATING AN INSIDE WALL OF A PIPE OR A VESSEL - Systems, devices, and methods for heating an inside wall of a pipe or a vessel. In one example, a system is for heating an inside wall of a pipe, a vessel, or some combination thereof. The system includes a movable mechanical device configured to be positioned at least partially within the pipe, the vessel, or some combination thereof. The movable mechanical device is configured to be moved using control circuitry. The system also includes a heating device coupled to the movable mechanical device and configured to be positioned at least partially within the pipe, the vessel, or some combination thereof. The heating device is also configured to heat the inside wall of the pipe, the vessel, or some combination thereof. | 02-05-2015 |
| 20150034602 | System and Method for Controlling and Coordinating Welding-Type Processes and Gouging-Type Processes - A multi-operational welding-type system including a user interface supported by a support structure and including a first user interface device moveable between a welding position, a gouging position, and an off position, and a second user interface device configured to alter operation parameters of the multi-operational welding-type system. A controller is supported by the support structure and monitors the position of the first user interface device and utilizes the operational parameters supplied via the second user interface device. The multi-operational welding-type system may perform only one of a gouging-type process and a welding-type process at a given time depending on the position of the first user interface device. | 02-05-2015 |
| 20150021105 | FLEX CIRCUIT INTERFACE FOR STRAIN GAUGES - A load cell may include a bar having a supported end, an unsupported end and a sensor holding portion disposed between the supported end and the unsupported end. The load cell may further include a plurality of electronic sensors including a first strain gauge pair and a second strain gauge pair disposed along the sensor holding portion. The load cell may further include an interface member directly connecting the electronic sensors for weight calculation responsive to application of a load to the unsupported end. In some cases, the interface member may include a flex circuit. | 01-22-2015 |
| 20140374397 | Method and Apparatus For Providing Welding Type Power - A welding-type power supply includes a controller, a preregulator, a preregulator bus, and an output converter. The controller has a preregulator control output and an output converter control output. The preregulator receives a range of inputs voltages as a power input, and receives the preregulator control output as a control input, and provides a preregulator power output signal. The preregulator includes a plurality of stacked boost circuits. The preregulator bus receives the preregulator output signal. The output converter receives the preregulator bus as a power signal and receives the output converter control output as a control input. The output converter provides a welding type power output, and includes at least one stacked inverter circuit. | 12-25-2014 |
| 20140374396 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETERMINING WELD TRAVEL SPEED - A system and method for determining weld travel speed. In one example, a welding system includes one or more sensors configured to provide a first indication correspond to a welding arc at a first time and to provide a second indication correspond to the welding arc at a second time. The welding system also includes processing circuitry configured to receive the first indication, to receive the second indication, and to determine a weld travel speed based on a weld length of the workpiece and a difference between the first and second times. | 12-25-2014 |
| 20140367536 | WASHING MACHINE SUSPENSION BALL SUPPORT - A ball support for a suspension rod in top loading washing machines includes a main body, a support segment and a hook capture head for securing the hooked end of the rod between spaced bars of the cylindrical rod support. Attaching and detaching the ball support from the rod requires inversion of the parts relative to one another. | 12-18-2014 |
| 20140367370 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ANOMALOUS CATHODE EVENT CONTROL - A method of operating a welding system includes supplying a weld current and a weld voltage to an electrode via a plurality of pulse periods, where each pulse period of the plurality of pulse periods includes a background phase and a peak phase. The method also includes detecting the occurrence of an anomalous cathode event during the background phase of a first pulse period of the plurality of pulse periods based at least in part on when a voltage value of the weld voltage is greater than a detect voltage. The method also includes controlling the weld current to a desired current during a portion of the anomalous cathode event. The portion includes an interval of the background phase of the first pulse period, and the weld current is controlled independent of the weld voltage during the portion of the anomalous cathode event. | 12-18-2014 |
| 20140360534 | WASHING APPLIANCE WITH IMPROVED AIR HANDLING SYSTEM - A humidity reducing vent for a washing appliance such as a dishwasher or washing machine employs a jet pumping action allowing a single electric blower to move and mix humid air exhausted from the washing appliance washing chamber and external dry air streams together prior to discharge so as to reduce condensation outside of the washing appliance. | 12-11-2014 |
| 20140356592 | HEAT TRANSFER LABELS AND METHOD OF MAKING SAME - A substantially halo-free heat transfer label is made using a 3D printing method. The heat transfer label includes a graphic layer and an adhesive layer. The adhesive layer is printed using a 3D printing method, which provides a substantially reduced adhesive halo when compared to heat transfer labels including a screen printed adhesive layer or that printed via other conventional printing methods. | 12-04-2014 |
| 20140354733 | Pulsed Air-Actuated Micro-Droplet On Demand Ink Jet - The present subject matter relates to a method and system for pulsed air-actuated micro-droplet on demand jetting, especially for jetting high viscosity liquids. A needle extends from a liquid chamber and terminates in a drop-forming orifice outlet from which micro-droplets are generated. At least two air jets direct a timed pulse of air at the drop-forming orifice outlet of the needle. The pulsed air is synchronized with the formation of a desired volume of liquid at the orifice outlet to extract and propel a micro-droplet at high velocity to a substrate. The air jets are turned on prior to the forming of the desired volume at the orifice outlet of the needle, and turned off after the micro-droplet had been produced. | 12-04-2014 |
| 20140353299 | HAND-TURNABLE WELDING CABLE CONNECTION - A hand-turnable welding cable connection includes a welding cable portion and a cooperable welding torch portion. The welding cable portion includes a receiver having an opening defined by an inner, generally cylindrical surface. A slit extends through the receiver. A fastener extends across the slit generally transverse to a longitudinal axis of the receiver and partially protrudes into the opening. The welding torch portion includes a tubular member having a generally cylindrical outer surface. A transverse, circumferentially extending groove is formed on the outer surface of the tubular member. The groove may extend generally 90 degrees around the outer surface. A flat portion is formed on the outer surface of the tubular member. The flat surface extends longitudinally from an end of the groove toward an end of the tubular member. The welding torch portion is insertable in the welding cable portion, and the fastener engages the groove. | 12-04-2014 |
| 20140345706 | NON-RETURN VALVE - The invention relates to a non-return valve with a valve sleeve, comprising a valve seat and a flow opening and a sealing body moveable in the valve sleeve, comprising a bulged sealing face, wherein the bulged sealing face is arranged at a head end of the sealing body and the non-return valve comprises guiding means for the axial guidance of the sealing body in the valve sleeve, so that the sealing face always faces the valve seat, and a locking element is inserted into the valve sleeve through the flow opening and is fixed therein, so that the locking element restricts the movement of the sealing body in the valve sleeve. | 11-27-2014 |
| 20140338535 | IONIZING BAR FOR AIR NOZZLE MANIFOLD - A processing system includes an air blower and an air manifold with a main body having an inlet coupled to the air blower and a plurality of outlet openings. Each of the outlet openings is coupled to a nozzle. An ionizer bar includes a housing, a power cable contained within the housing, and a plurality of emitter pins electrically coupled to the power cable. A cartridge includes two side plates forming a channel in which the ionizer bar is mounted. The cartridge is removably couplable to an interior of the main body of the air manifold. | 11-20-2014 |
| 20140334516 | ROTATABLE TEMPERATURE SENSING DEVICE - A rotatable temperature sensing device. In one example, a temperature sensing device includes a first end. The temperature sensing device also includes a second end. The temperature sensing device includes a shaft coupling the first end and the second end. The shaft is configured to rotate the first and second ends together during operation. The temperature sensing device also includes a temperature sensor disposed in the first end and configured to communicatively connect to an external device, wherein the temperature sensor is configured to provide an indication of a temperature of the workpiece. | 11-13-2014 |
| 20140332514 | WELDING SYSTEM FOR DETERMINING A QUALITY OF A WELDING OPERATION - A welding system includes a repositionable temperature sensor. The repositionable temperature sensor is configured to detect temperatures corresponding to a workpiece and to provide temperature data corresponding to the detected temperatures. The welding system also includes a power supply configured to receive the temperature data from the temperature sensor. The power supply is configured to modify control of an output of the power supply based on the detected temperature. | 11-13-2014 |
| 20140331780 | MATERIAL TESTING APPARATUS AND METHOD - A method of operating a material testing apparatus comprises conducting a test by applying a fluctuating load to a material specimen at a variable test frequency, measuring the temperature of the specimen during application of the load, and varying the test frequency on the basis of the measured temperature whereby to prevent the specimen from exceeding a predetermined maximum temperature during the test. A corresponding material testing apparatus is also provided. | 11-13-2014 |
| 20140330908 | Cloud Based Recipe Distribution in an Enterprise Management System - A content distribution platform may include processing circuitry having a processor and memory. The memory may store a plurality of content items associated with at least one content library. The processor may be configured to enable distribution of the content items to at least a selected asset among a plurality of food preparation assets via a network. The content items may include at least visible content descriptive of a food item preparable using the selected asset and invisible content including non-human readable instructions for enabling the selected asset to prepare the food item. | 11-06-2014 |
| 20140326936 | WINCH HAVING ADJUSTABLE INITIAL MECHANICAL ADVANTAGE - Various embodiments of the present disclosure provide a winch having a user-adjustable or variable initial mechanical advantage. In one embodiment, the winch of the present disclosure has an outer drum diameter adjustable between a minimum outer drum diameter, which is associated with a maximum initial mechanical advantage provided by the winch, and a maximum outer drum diameter, which is associated with a minimum initial mechanical advantage provided by the winch. This provides a user with the flexibility to adjust or vary the mechanical advantage of the winch to the user's preference. | 11-06-2014 |
| 20140315702 | MACHINE DIRECTION, TRANSVERSE DIRECTION AND ANGLED PRE-APPLIED ZIPPERS IN THE ANGLED AND TRANSVERSE DIRECTION - The present disclosure relates to a method, apparatus and product in the art of reclosable packaging wherein the zipper is sealed to a film structure prior to treatment by the packaging machine for producing a thermoformed package. The zipper can be oriented in the machine direction, the transverse direction or at an angled orientation. | 10-23-2014 |
| 20140313257 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SINGLE PASS PRINTING - A printing system includes a printing assembly and a conveyance assembly. The printing assembly has one or more print heads configured to print one or more inks onto target objects. The conveyance assembly is configured to move the printing assembly relative to the one or more target objects. The conveyance assembly is configured to move the printing assembly so that the one or more print heads print the one or more inks onto the one or more target objects during a single pass of the printing assembly over the one or more target objects. | 10-23-2014 |
| 20140312047 | WATER DRAINING PLUG - A water draining plug which can be inserted in a hole in a horizontal wall, comprising a peg-like element having a head, whose dimensions are greater than the diameter of said hole and which is provided with a plurality of apertures for the passage of water, a shank extending downward from said head, and a helical formation extending radially from a portion of said shank; and a cup-like cover having a lower wall connected to a lower end of said shank, a discharge aperture in said lower wall, a side wall in contact with outer edges of said helical formation and an upper edge which can contact the lower surface of said wall around said hole. | 10-23-2014 |
| 20140312023 | HYBRID THREAD FOR WELDING GUN NECK - A welding gun neck for a welding gun includes an elongated tubular body having an end connectable to a gas diffuser. The elongated tubular body includes a threaded external surface adjacent the end. The threaded external surface defines a male, threaded portion. The male, threaded portion is mateable with a female thread of the gas diffuser. The threaded external surface includes a straight portion and an adjoining tapered portion. The welding gun neck is connectable to both a gas diffuser having a straight female thread and a gas diffuser having a tapered female thread. | 10-23-2014 |
| 20140311138 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DETECTING A TYPE OF HYDRAULIC DEVICE - A system for detecting a type of hydraulic device. The system includes a hydraulic device. The system also includes a power supply having an engine and a controller. The controller is configured to detect a voltage of a signal from the hydraulic device, to categorize the signal as a type of signal of multiple types of signals based on the voltage, and to control a hydraulic output based on the voltage and the type of the signal. | 10-23-2014 |
| 20140305775 | Conveyor Belt and Platform for Conveyor Belt - A surface platform for a conveyor belt includes a platform member having an upper surface and a rail member at one side of the upper surface. The upper surface has a first portion adjacent the rail member, a second portion adjacent the first portion, and a third portion adjacent the second portion. The second portion extends upward at a distance and in a direction such that when an article is placed on the platform member in contact with the rail the article extends to, and no further than, the second portion. The first portion may be horizontal or curved. | 10-16-2014 |
| 20140299595 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR HOLDING A TEMPERATURE PROBE IN AN INDUCTION HEATING SYSTEM - A system includes an induction heating assembly having an induction heating element. The system also includes a power supply configured to provide a current to the induction heating element for heating a workpiece. In addition, the system includes a temperature probe configured to provide a signal indicative of a temperature of the workpiece to the power supply. The induction heating assembly is configured to maintain the temperature probe in contact with the workpiece. | 10-09-2014 |
| 20140299212 | CHECK VALVE, ESPECIALLY FOR MEDICAL APPLICATIONS - Non-return valve, in particular for medical purposes, consisting of a first hose connection housing and a second hose connection housing and a membrane disk which is made from flexible material, is arranged between the two hose connection housings, and can be raised up from an annular valve seat which results in an inlet space which is connected to an inlet passage. A medium-permeable formation which faces the membrane disk is arranged on the inlet side into the inlet space, which formation supports the membrane disk against overextension in the case of high return pressures. | 10-09-2014 |
| 20140278243 | WELDING RESOURCE TRACKING AND ANALYSIS SYSTEM AND METHOD - Metal fabrication systems, such as welding systems and related equipment may be monitored and parameters sensed or calculated during metal fabrication operations. The parameter values are stored and transmitted to a web based analysis system. Sampled values of the parameters are used to generate graphical presentations that are used to populate user viewable pages. The pages may be configured by users, and systems and parameters of interest selected. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140278242 | WELDING RESOURCE PERFORMANCE COMPARISON SYSTEM AND METHOD - Metal fabrication systems, such as welding systems and related equipment may be analyzed and performance compared by collecting parameter data from the systems during welding operations via a web based system. The data is stored and analyzed upon request by a user. A user viewable page may be provided that allows for selection of systems and groups of systems of interest. Parameters to be used as the basis for comparison may also be selected. Pages illustrating the comparisons may be generated and transmitted to the user based upon the selections. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140277689 | Storage System and Methods - Methods of storage and/or retrieval of items from storage racks using carts include electronically determining a size of an item and determining a storage position in a row for the item based on the determined size. The size can be determined by reading indicia on the item and consulting a database to determine a size of the item based on the read indicia. Other methods include electronically determining a characteristic of an item and determining a load movement limit protocol for the item based on the determined characteristic. The protocol may limit velocity or acceleration of movement of the item. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140277684 | WELDING RESOURCE PERFORMANCE GOAL SYSTEM AND METHOD - Metal fabrication systems and related equipment may be monitored by collecting and transmitting parameter data relating to welding operations to a memory and processing system. Goals for selected parameters may be pre-defined, and certain of these may be standard for corresponding welding systems, locations, operations, operators, and so forth. Upon request a web based report is generated and delivered to a user that indicates the system or systems, comparisons of the actual system performance versus the goals, time periods for the comparisons, and so forth. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140274858 | VEHICLE WASH POD - A wash pod is provided that includes unit dose of anhydrous wash concentrate surfactant containing at least one cationic surfactant and at least one nonionic surfactant in water soluble hygroscopic polymeric package containing the concentrate. The film encapsulates the wash formula unit dose and dissolves when placed in a bucket of water while also being chemically and physically strong enough to hold a more preferred alkaline formula as well as to remain stable during storage is provided. A low volatile organic compound (VOC) car wash formula that is highly concentrated with a low water content and contains nonionic and cationic surfactants to promote cleaning, foaming and beading, while also containing a small amount of carnauba wax is also provided. The formulation of the car wash detergent provides a streak free low residue finish on a cleaned surface. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140272836 | CALIBRATION DEVICES FOR A WELDING TRAINING SYSTEM - A welding training system includes a welding surface, a computer configured to execute a welding training software, and a calibration device. The welding training system also includes a sensor communicatively coupled to the computer and configured to sense a position of the calibration device, an orientation of the calibration device, or some combination thereof. The sensor is also configured to provide calibration data to the welding training software to calibrate a location of the welding surface relative to the sensor. The calibration data includes the position of the calibration device, the orientation of the calibration device, or some combination thereof. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140272296 | SURFACE APPEARANCE SIMULATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A structural member includes a simulated surface appearance. The structural member includes a substrate, plural intermediate layers, and a top coat. The plural intermediate layers are applied over at least one surface of the substrate, with at least some of the plural intermediate layers configured to cooperate with each other to provide a simulated appearance for the structural member. The top coat is applied outward of the plural intermediate layers. The top coat is relatively thin and is configured for use with exterior applications. The top coat includes a base configured for UV resistance and an additive configured to provide abrasion resistance. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140272192 | PLASTIC PROTECTIVE COMPOSITION AND PROCESS FOR USE THEREOF - A process for protecting a plastic substrate from ultraviolet electromagnetic radiation is provided that includes the application of a composition to the plastic substrate containing between 0.01 and 10 total weight percent of a UV absorber in a non-polymerizing oil present in an amount of greater than 50 total weight percent. The oil is allowed to form a protective layer on the plastic substrate and having said UV absorber dispersed therethrough. The composition is provided including other additives and a volatile organic solvent. The oil and additives are chosen to not produce a colored byproduct as observed by an unaided normal human eye. Compositions are also provided that are limited to the aforementioned components of a UV absorber, an oil, with or without an organic solvent and limited additive to preclude staining of the plastic substrate. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140272148 | FORMULATIONS FOR APPLYING A HYDROPHOBIC FILM TO A SUBSTRATE - A composition is provided that includes a universal hydrophobic active ingredient of modified silicone polymer forming a microemulsion in water, and a water miscible organic solvent to produce a clear and transparent solution that cleans and leaves a hydrophobic film on a glass substrate when dried. A process of applying the same is also provided. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140271069 | Storage Carts - A shuttle for carrying an item includes a shuttle body having a raisable platform, a first motor for moving the shuttle body via wheels, and a pair of oppositely mounted linear actuators for actuating to selectively raise the platform to lift an item, the platform being raised by camming devices that rotate around horizontal axes. Other shuttles include a shuttle body having a raisable platform and wheels, the wheels being mounted to the shuttle body on axles coaxial with tubes, a first motor operatively interconnected with the axles for moving the shuttle body via the axles and wheels, and at least one actuator operatively interconnected with the tubes for rotating the tubes relative to the shuttle body to move the platform relative to the shuttle body. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140268893 | Method and Apparatus For Soft Switching Welding Type Power - A method and apparatus for providing welding type power is disclosed. It includes having a switched preregulator, where the preregulator is soft switched, and the components used to implement the soft switching are protected. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140264462 | FILM TRANSFERABLE LOGIC CIRCUIT, AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING FILM TRANSFERABLE LOGIC CIRCUIT - A filmic circuit includes a circuit portion and a carrier layer. The circuit portion includes a logic circuit that includes, for example, plural logic gates configurable to receive an input and provide a corresponding logical output. The carrier layer is configured as a film. The circuit portion is affixed directly to the carrier layer or to an upper coat disposed adjacent to the carrier layer, and the carrier layer is configured to be releasable from the circuit portion after the filmic circuit assembly is affixed to a target. The circuit portion is configured to receive an adhesive layer configured to affix the filmic circuit assembly to the target. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140263656 | TRANSFERABLE FILM INCLUDING LOGIC CIRCUIT, AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING TRANSFERABLE FILM - A transferable film includes a carrier layer and an intermediate portion. The carrier layer is configured to receive one or more additional layers and to be releasable from the one or more additional layers temporally proximate to an application of the transferable film to an object. The intermediate portion includes the one or more additional layers and a circuit. The one or more additional layers include a graphics layer. The intermediate portion is configured for application thereto of an adhesive layer, whereby the intermediate portion is configured to be interposed between the carrier layer and the adhesive layer. The adhesive layer is configured to adhere to the object for the application of the transferable film to the object. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140263598 | CARTON WITH PLASTIC RECLOSABLE HEADER - The disclosure relates to a method and apparatus for manufacturing a package with a rigid or semi-rigid container and a polymeric or plastic header with a reclosure, such as a zipper. The rigid or semi-rigid container is typically provided in a stack of flat containers. The header is sealed, glued or otherwise secured to the containers. The container, typically inverted, is filled, and the bottom is formed by folding and sealing the bottom portion of the container. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140263597 | CARTON WITH PLASTIC RECLOSABLE HEADER - The disclosure relates to a method and apparatus for manufacturing a package with a rigid or semi-rigid container and a polymeric or plastic header with a reclosure, such as a zipper. The rigid or semi-rigid container is typically provided in a stack of flat containers. The header is sealed, glued or otherwise secured to the containers. The container, typically inverted, is filled, and the bottom is formed by folding and sealing the bottom portion of the container. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140263256 | VOLTAGE SENSING WIRE FEEDER WITH WELD PROCEDURE MEMORIES - A voltage sensing wire feeder includes a storage device and a user interface. The user interface is configured to receive a first selection and a second selection. The first selection is configured to direct the voltage sensing wire feeder to use a first group of settings stored in the storage device, and the second selection is configured to direct the voltage sensing wire feeder to use a second group of settings stored in the storage device. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140263255 | ADJUSTABLE DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY - A welding system includes a welding wire feeder, and the welding wire feeder includes a motor and an adjustable drive shaft assembly. The motor is and configured to rotate a feed roll with respect to the wire drive assembly housing. The adjustable drive shaft assembly is coupled to the motor and configured to couple with the feed roll. The adjustable drive shaft assembly includes a drive mechanism configured to urge rotation of the feed roll and to adjust a position of the feed roll relative to the wire drive assembly housing. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140263245 | WELDING SYSTEM HAVING AN AUXILIARY CHARGER - A welding system includes an engine configured to drive a generator to produce a first power output. The welding system also includes a battery configured to discharge energy to produce a second power output. In addition, the welding system includes an auxiliary charger coupled to the battery and the generator. The auxiliary charger is configured to maintain a float charge of the battery when the first and second power outputs are reduced from a base load. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140263243 | ELECTRODE NEGATIVE PULSE WELDING SYSTEM AND METHOD - A welding system includes a power source configured to generate power and deliver the power to a welding torch. The power is provided in accordance with an electrode negative pulse welding regime that includes a cyclic peak, followed by a stabilization phase, then a return to a background level. The stabilization phase has a generally parabolic current shape, and is performed in a current-closed loop manner until a transition point, where control becomes voltage-closed loop until the background level is reached. Resulting weld performance is improved, with a globular-like transfer mode, reduced shorts and enhanced arc stability. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140263238 | HYBRID WELDING CONTROL TECHNIQUE - A hybrid welding system is provided. In one embodiment, the welding system includes an engine-driven generator, an energy storage device, a contactor, and a controller. The controller may be configured to control delivery of weld power from the generator when a commanded output is below a threshold level, and from both the generator and the energy storage when the commanded output is above the threshold level. Closing of the contactor enables the energy storage device to contribute to weld power during welding operations and to be charged by the generator output independent of charging between weld operations. Additional hybrid welding systems and methods are also disclosed. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140263235 | Method and Apparatus For Providing Welding-Type Power and Auxiliary Power - A method and apparatus for providing a welding-type power includes a housing with an auxiliary power mount, and a welding type power circuit. A controller, a control power circuit, and an auxiliary power module are disposed in the housing. The auxiliary power module/circuit is mounted to the auxiliary power mount. A standard power receptacle is connected to the auxiliary power module. At least one wiring harness connects the welding type power circuit to the auxiliary power module/circuit, which is the only electrical connection between the auxiliary power circuit and the welding type power circuit. The auxiliary power is electrically isolated from the input power and the welding type power. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140262698 | Conveyor Belt and Platform for Conveyor Belt - A surface platform for a conveyor belt includes a platform member having an upper surface and a rail member at one side of the upper surface. One end of the rail member has an undercut portion defining an extension, and the other end of the rail member defines a slot, the slot and extension being complimentarily sized. The slot has a bottom edge located above the upper surface of the platform member. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140262685 | Continuous Motion Article Arranging Systems and Methods - A system, method and an end effector may arrange into a group two articles within a stream of articles moving spaced apart and in a line in a conveying direction on a conveyor. The system, method, and end effector may contact and slow the more downstream of the two articles and then contact the more upstream of the two articles without substantially slowing the more upstream article to form the group. The end effector may include a downstream stop portion for contacting at least one of the articles. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140262556 | SENSOR MOUNTING BRACKET - The invention relates to a symmetrical sensor mounting bracket assembly comprising a first sensor mounting bracket and a second sensor mounting bracket combined together, one above the other in parallel orientation; at least one sensor attachment fixture configured to facilitate attachment of the bracket to a sensor mounting fixture and at least one mounting element configured to facilitate attachment of the bracket to a load bearing plate or a sensor support structure. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140261961 | TRANSFERABLE FILM INCLUDING READABLE CONDUCTIVE IMAGE, AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING TRANSFERABLE FILM - A transferable film includes a carrier layer and an intermediate film portion. The carrier layer is configured to receive one or more additional layers and to be releasable from the one or more additional layers temporally proximate to an application of the transferable film to an object. The intermediate film portion includes a readable conductive image portion and is configured for application thereto of an adhesive layer. The intermediate film portion is configured to be interposed between the carrier layer and the adhesive layer, and the adhesive layer configured to adhere to the object for the application of the transferable film to the object. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140261555 | DE-CARBONIZING PROCESS FOR COMBUSTION COMPONENT CLEANING - A cleaning composition and process to remove carbon deposits from combustion equipment components is provided. The de-carbonizing composition is packaged in certain embodiments in an aerosol propellant. The inventive composition is also readily used as a liquid or an atomized mist that is readily introduced into the intake manifold through a tube tolerant of engine inlet operational temperatures and conditions. The invention introduces the composition by a process that precludes the need for engine disassembly. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140261025 | Card Printing and Protection Method and System - A method and system for card printing and protection provides for single step construction of a card having an image and a protective overlay. A blank card is fed into a hot stamp module, through which is also fed a supply of overlay or patch film. A thermal transfer printer prints an image onto the overlay or patch before it enters the hot stamp module. The blank card is registered with the printed overlay or patch and then hot stamped together to create the finished card construction. A security printing/application module can also selectively apply a security feature or element to the overlay or patch before it enters the hot stamp module. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140260931 | AMMUNITION FEED GUIDE ASSEMBLY - An ammunition feed guide assembly for a connected band of ammunition cartridges includes a bracket with upstanding side plates each defining an ammunition discharge channel. The channel has a bottom wall, a pair of side walls spaced apart a distance greater than the length of a cartridge and may include at least one tension tab to resist movement of the ammunition band. An ammunition chute is connected to a discharge chute and comprises a plurality of hollow feed links connected for limited pivotal movement to guide the band of ammunition cartridges to the feed mechanism of an associated weapon. In one form, the chute includes a link at its free end to connect to a discharge chute of another feed guide assembly. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140260375 | MODULAR COOLING SYSTEM FOR BEVERAGE DISPENSER AND RELATED METHODS - A cold beverage dispensing system includes a beverage dispenser having an ice maker and at least one nozzle for dispensing a beverage formed by multiple components including water. A method of operating the system involves: mounting at least one condensing unit on a frame; interconnecting the condensing unit with a heat exchanger such that coolant exiting the at least one condensing unit follows a flow path through the heat exchanger and back to the at least one condensing unit; connecting a water supply of the beverage dispenser to feed into the heat exchanger for being cooled; and connecting a cooled water outlet of the heat exchanger to a water supply input of the beverage dispenser such that cooled water from the cooled water outlet is used by the beverage dispenser as a component of the beverage dispensed by the nozzle. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140256053 | REVERSIBLE COLOR-CHANGING INK FORMULATIONS AND NONWOVEN WIPES - A reversible color-changing ink formulation, and a nonwoven wipe to which the ink formulation is securely bound, are provided. The reversible color-changing ink formulation includes about 55-98% by weight of a polymer binder, about 0.1-20% by weight of a reversible color-changing dye that reversibly changes between a first color and a second color at a pH of about 5.5 to about 8.0, and optional amounts of plasticizer, inorganic particulate filler, and color brightener. During use, the nonwoven wipe is impregnated with a sanitizer solution that contains a quaternary ammonium compound. The nonwoven wipe reversibly changes between a first color when impregnated with the sanitizer solution and a second color when the sanitizer solution is depleted during use. The change to the second color indicates the need to recharge the nonwoven wipe with the sanitizer solution, whereupon the first color returns. | 09-11-2014 |
| 20140252060 | ACTUATION LOCKOUT FOR A FASTENER-DRIVING TOOL - A fastener-driving tool including a housing, a power source including a reciprocating driver blade, a tool nose configured for receiving the driver blade for driving fasteners fed into the nose and a magazine configured to house a collation including a plurality of the fasteners. A workpiece contact element is movably connected to the nose and moves between a rest position and an actuated position when the workpiece contact element is pressed against a workpiece, the workpiece contact element moves to the actuated position. A lockout mechanism is operatively associated with the workpiece contact element and the magazine, and is in contact with the collation in a first position when fasteners are in the magazine and moves to a second position when a last fastener in the collation has been driven by the driver blade to block the workpiece contact element and prevent further actuation of the tool. | 09-11-2014 |
| 20140251970 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR STATISTICALLY ANALYZING WELDING OPERATIONS - A welding system including a welding power source including power conversion circuitry adapted to receive primary power and to convert the primary power to a weld power output for use in a welding operation and a controller communicatively coupled to the welding power source are provided. The controller is adapted to determine a statistical signature of at least one parameter of a welding process and to utilize the statistical signature to determine at least one of an electrode type, an electrode diameter, and a shielding gas type during the welding operation. | 09-11-2014 |
| 20140251965 | POWER SOURCE FOR REDUCING ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE AND POWER CONSUMPTION - A welding power source configured to receive an input power includes a plurality of components and supervising circuitry configurable in a plurality of modes. The plurality of components include power conversion circuitry and background power supply. The supervising circuitry is configured to distribute the input power to the plurality of components based at least in part on a mode of the plurality of modes. The plurality of modes include a welding mode configured to distribute the input power to the power conversion circuitry and to the background power supply. The plurality of modes also include a monitoring mode configured to distribute the input power to the background power supply, and to not distribute the input power to the power conversion circuitry. | 09-11-2014 |
| 20140250831 | METHOD FOR CONVERTING A WRAPPING MACHINE INTO A TRANSPORT CONDITION, AND A WRAPPING MACHINE - A method for converting a wrapping machine into a transport condition, said wrapping machine comprising a wrapping machine frame, as well as a circular guide mounted on the frame, whereby, in order to convert the wrapping machine into a transport condition, the circular guide mounted on the wrapping machine frame is tilted with respect to the wrapping machine frame. The invention relates also to such a wrapping machine. | 09-11-2014 |
| 20140246409 | INTEGRATED CONSUMABLE STORAGE SPACE WITHIN A PLASMA CUTTING SYSTEM - Methods and systems for housing a consumable storage bin in addition to structural, thermal management, pneumatic, and/or electronic system components in a single multifunctional component within a plasma cutting power supply are provided. One embodiment of the present disclosure relates to a consumable storage bin, which fits into a consumable storage area in the power supply unit and is accessible to a user. In one embodiment, the consumable storage bin may be eliminated, leaving only the consumable storage area in which racks, snaps, friction-fit retention features, and so forth, may be placed to hold the consumables and ensure easy user access. | 09-04-2014 |
| 20140238966 | MULTI-OPERATOR ENGINE DRIVEN WELDER SYSTEM - An engine driven welder includes a generator configured to provide an electrical output, an engine coupled to the generator, an air compression system coupled to the engine, a first welding system coupled to the generator, and a second welding system. The engine is configured to drive the generator, and the air compression system is configured to provide a pneumatic output. The first welding system is configured to provide a first weld output, and the second welding system is configured to provide a second weld output. The second weld output is independent of the first weld output in an independent mode, and the second weld output is combined with the first weld output as a combined weld output in a parallel mode. | 08-28-2014 |
| 20140238964 | REMOTE MASTER RESET OF MACHINE - A welding machine includes one or more processors configured to control the welding machine and remote reset circuitry communicatively coupled to the one or more processors. The remote reset circuitry is configured to receive a remote signal and to reset the one or more processors based at least in part on the remote signal. | 08-28-2014 |
| 20140238505 | VALVE COMPRISING A RESILIENT VALVE ELEMENT - The present disclosure provides a valve comprising a flange part and a valve element. The flange part comprises a tubular section defining an axial direction. The valve element is made of resilient material and mounted in the tubular section of the flange part. One or more cut-outs are formed in a side wall of the valve element. At least part of the side wall is arranged in abutment with an inner wall of the tubular section. When a force is applied along the axial direction, the valve element stretches, causing the cut-outs to move at least partly out of the tubular section. This establishes a fluid connection through the flange part via the cut-outs, opening the valve. When the force is removed, the valve element resumes its relaxed state, restoring its shape and size and moving the cut-outs into the tubular section, interrupting the fluid connection and closing the valve. | 08-28-2014 |
| 20140231415 | Induction Heating Head - An induction heating system includes a power source and an induction head. The converter output is at a voltage that is not greater than the voltage applied to the coil. The induction head includes a housing that houses a conductive coil disposed to induce heat in a workpiece and the coil is wound to be tuned to the output power. The coil is wound in a stacked spiral pattern with at least two turns in each layer. A flux concentrator is disposed about the coil with a potting compound around the concentrator and coil. Spacers maintain a desired separation between the head and the workpiece. The coil is a tube carrying a coolant. The head includes a wear surface that prevents contact of the coil and the workpiece, and a thermal insulator between the coil and wear surface. A non-contact temperature sensor is mounted to the housing. | 08-21-2014 |
| 20140231400 | COMBINATION WELDING GENERATOR-AIR COMPRESSOR WITH A SINGLE BELT DRIVE - An integrated welder and air compressor combination includes a housing having an engine, weld current generator, and a belt-driven air compressor. A pulley arrangement is coupled to the engine, with the centers of the pulleys in a co-planar arrangement to enable driving the air compressor and engine accessory pulleys with a single belt. The engine accessory pulleys can drive, for example, one or more of an alternator, fan, or pump. | 08-21-2014 |
| 20140231009 | GALVANIZED METAL BONDING ADHESIVE FORMULATION AND PROCESS FOR THE USE THEREOF - A two-part adhesive formulation is provided that has an adhesive part A and an activator part B. The part A includes a monomer amount of a methacrylate ester monomer, a crosslinker amount of a polyfunctional monomer, an anti-oxidant, a free-radical polymerization inhibitor, and an adhesion promoter system to improve cured adhesive strength to a substrate, an impact modifier and a toughening agent and a free-radical polymerization initiator. The part B includes an impact modifier, butyl rubber, methacrylate ester monomer, and a free-radical polymerization accelerator yet varies in the weight ratio used relative to part A. Each of the part A and the part B have separate storage stability of at least 300 days at 23° C. A process of applying an adhesive to a substrate is provided that includes combining together parts A and B to form an adhesive mixture and applying the mixture to the substrate and allowed to cure. | 08-21-2014 |
| 20140219709 | SLIDING GRIP CLIP FOR MOUNTING A SKI RACK - A slidable clip ( | 08-07-2014 |
| 20140219700 | PRINT HEAD CLEANING APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR A RIBBON PRINTING SYSTEM - A cleaning apparatus for a ribbon printing system includes a base support and an insert. The base support has a receiving area configured to receive a cleaning pad and the insert is configured to secure the cleaning pad in the receiving area of the base support. The base support is shaped to fit between a printer and a backup platen of the ribbon printing system when the insert secures the cleaning pad in the base support so that a thermal print head of the printer engages the cleaning pad in order to clean the print head. | 08-07-2014 |
| 20140217077 | WELDING WIRE PREHEATING SYSTEM AND METHOD - In a welding system, a preheating process is carried out prior to initiation of a welding arc, such as upon depression of a trigger or switch on a welding torch. The preheating process involves generation and application of desired currents and voltages to a welding electrode from a power supply. Preheating is continued until the welding electrode reaches a desired temperature or resistance, which may be determined by reference to an increasing voltage, a decreasing current, a peaked and declining voltage, resistance and/or power measurements, and so forth. Following preheating, a desired welding process may begin with initiation of the welding arc. | 08-07-2014 |
| 20140216656 | LOW SURFACE ENERGY BONDING ADHESIVE FORMULATION AND PROCESS FOR THE USE THEREORF - An adhesive two-part formulation is provided that includes an amount of free-radical curable monomers, each of said monomers containing at least one acrylate moiety. Also preset in the formulation is an amount of a chlorosulfonated polymer; a Lewis acid; a polyfunctional monomer amount of dimethacrylate monomer, trimethacrylate monomer, an elastomer, a thermoplastic additive, or a combination thereof. A borane-amine complex is provided as an activator. A process of applying the formulation to a substrate includes mixing together the formulation components such that each part has a storage stability at 50° C. for 30 days where the viscosity at 30 days is within 40% of an initial viscosity. The mixture is applied to the substrate and then allowed to cure to achieve an initial strength of at least 345 kiloPascals (kPa) within 30 minutes and 40 minutes for adhesive:activator weight ratio of 1:1 and 10:1, respectively. | 08-07-2014 |
| 20140216284 | MACHINE AND METHOD FOR MARKING ARTICLES - The present invention relates to a machine for marking articles, comprising a marking head suitable for applying a marking force on an article along a marking axis. The marking head comprises a carriage movable in translation along the marking axis and along a transverse axis, which is perpendicular to the marking axis (X | 08-07-2014 |
| 20140216281 | MACHINE AND METHOD FOR MARKING ARTICLES - The present invention relates to a machine for marking articles that includes a marking head applying a marking force on an article along to a first axis; a positioning system positioning the article facing the marking head and generally along a perpendicular second axis; and a support system supporting the article during marking by the marking head. The positioning system comprises at least one carriage-turret for supporting the article. When the article is positioned facing the marking head by the at least one carriage-turret, this carriage-turret has a degree of freedom along a direction parallel to the first axis. The support system and/or the at least one carriage-turret includes backlash means along a direction parallel to a perpendicular third axis, to compensate for the shape defects of the article during application of the marking force. | 08-07-2014 |
| 20140214604 | WIRELESS TRACKING AND INVENTORY MONITORING FOR WELDING-TYPE DEVICES - A welding-type device has a wireless communication unit to transmit wireless signals comprising at least identification information or location information. The information may be transmitted either automatically or in response to request signals. Such a welding-type device may be configured to communicate with other welding-type devices, a monitoring device, or both. A wireless communication system has at least one welding-type device, at least one wireless communication assembly, and at least one monitoring device and is capable of assisting a user in locating particular welding-type devices, monitoring inventory, preventing theft of welding-type devices, and scheduling preventive maintenance. | 07-31-2014 |
| 20140213164 | FUME EVACUATION SYSTEM - A fume evacuation system is designed to remove smoke, fumes, and particulate from a metal-working or other application. The system may include a cart-type base unit or may be incorporated into a fixed or semi-fixed installation that uses suction to draw air (e.g., containing smoke, fumes, and particulate) away from the metal-working application. The fume evacuation system includes a hood that creates an arduous flow path and varying velocity profile, which cools and separates any particulate matter in the suctioned air. The arduous flow path may include multiple sharp turns created by an inner deflector component and an inlet tube. The inlet tube may further contain baffles to cool particulates from the suctioned air. | 07-31-2014 |
| 20140212592 | SUPER HYDROPHOBIC AND ANTISTATIC COMPOSITION - A super hydrophobic and antistatic brake dust repellent composition using solvents, adhesion promoter, and hydrophobic inorganic nano particles as a main ingredient is provided. Embodiments of the inventive formulation provide a composition/coating, and a process for protecting various surfaces from the appearance of soil, brake dust, grime, muddy water marks, and corrosion. The applied formulation forms an essentially transparent, detachable, and anti-graffiti protective coating on a receptive surface. Embodiments of the coating film are clearly transparent, and retain the aesthetic appeal of the underneath painted film. The composition/coating acts as a self-cleaning coating so it reduces a adsorption of dirt, other contaminants, muddy water, etc. The coating can be applied at room temperature, and within 120 minutes super hydrophobicity can be achieved. The composition may be applied by spray on any type of surface of a wheel including plastic and metal alloy wheels, painted parts, ceramic, and mild steel substrate. | 07-31-2014 |
| 20140212196 | RIBBON TENSION CONTROL SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR A RIBBON PRINTING SYSTEM - A ribbon tension control system for a printing system includes a ribbon tension control apparatus. The ribbon tension control apparatus is configured to engage a print ribbon that extends through the printing system for applying one or more inks in the print ribbon to one or more target objects as the print ribbon is pulled from an unwind spindle to a windup spindle in the printing system. The ribbon tension control apparatus also is configured to control tension in the ribbon in response to change in a torque applied to the windup spindle that is used to pull the ribbon through the printing system. | 07-31-2014 |
| 20140210934 | RIBBON WEB GUIDE AND METHOD FOR A RIBBON PRINTING SYSTEM - A ribbon guide for a ribbon printing system includes a body that is elongated along a longitudinal axis from a base end an opposite end and having a tapered shape from the base end to the opposite end. The body is configured to be coupled with a cassette plate of the ribbon printing system along a path taken by a print ribbon in the ribbon printing system such that the body deflects the print ribbon to travel away from the cassette plate when the print ribbon is pulled from an unwind spindle to a windup spindle in the ribbon printing system. | 07-31-2014 |
| 20140210931 | PRINTING RIBBON AND METHOD FOR A RIBBON PRINTING SYSTEM - A printing system includes a controller and a ribbon reading device. The controller is configured to control operations of the printing system according to operational parameters. The operational parameters used to control printing of ink from a thermal print ribbon onto one or more target objects by a thermal print head. The ribbon reading device is configured to examine the thermal print ribbon as the thermal print ribbon moves in the printing system. The ribbon reading device examines the thermal print ribbon to determine if the thermal print ribbon is associated with a set of designated operational parameters for the printing system. The controller is configured to use the set of designated operational parameters to control the operations of the printing system when the thermal print ribbon is associated with the set of designated operational parameters. | 07-31-2014 |
| 20140209662 | REFLOW OVEN AND METHODS OF TREATING SURFACES OF THE REFLOW OVEN - A reflow oven includes a chamber housing including surfaces that are in contact with heated air mixed with contaminants, including flux, and a water-soluble layer selectively applied to the surfaces of the chamber housing. Embodiments of the reflow oven include an acrylic-based layer, such as an acrylic paint. In one embodiment, the acrylic paint includes a water-soluble polymer, a polymer emulsion, and water. The water-soluble polymer includes butyl benzyl phthalate. In some embodiments, the acrylic paint includes 1-10% by weight butyl benzyl phthalate, 30-55% by weight acrylic polymer emulsion, and balance water. In a certain embodiment, the acrylic paint includes 1-5% by weight butyl benzyl phthalate, 35-50% by weight acrylic poly emulsion, and balance water. Methods of treating surfaces of the reflow oven are further disclosed. | 07-31-2014 |
| 20140209587 | WAVEFORM COMPENSATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SECONDARY WELD COMPONENT RESPONSE - A method includes receiving data corresponding to a voltage level over time and a current level over time. The method also includes determining a first ratio corresponding to a voltage ramp percent or a voltage falling edge percent with respect to a peak in the voltage level and determining a second ratio corresponding to a current ramp ratio or a current falling edge ratio with respect to a peak in the current level. The method further includes determining, based on a comparison between the first ratio and the second ratio, whether to increment, decrement, or maintain an inductance compensation estimation value corresponding to an estimated inductance present in one or more secondary components associated with the welding operation. | 07-31-2014 |
| 20140208978 | SUPER HYDROPHOBIC COATING - A super hydrophobic coating composition that is a highly durable super hydrophobic transparent coating for glass, metal, and plastic, and automobile painted surfaces that is manually dispensable and may be easily applied to many substrates is provided. Moreover, the inventive super hydrophobic coating is user friendly as coating takes place at room temperature, and can be applied by a normal hand spray method. Embodiments of the coating dry within 30 minutes, and generate a super hydrophobic effect for ready use. The coating is useful to repel water droplets, dew drops, and dust particles in various applications such as solar panels, wind turbines surfaces, house hold components, metal coated furniture, marine equipment parts, marine sports equipment like speed boat screens, automobile wind shields, automobile plastic components, auto bodies and aerospace applications. | 07-31-2014 |
| 20140203007 | COOPERATIVE WELDING SYSTEM - The present invention includes a welding system that has at least two metal inert gas (MIG) welders configured to perform a cooperative pulsed MIG welding process. The welding system also includes at least one communications link connecting the at least two MIG welders to deliver at least one of subordination commands and superiority commands to either of the at least two MIG welders to synchronize the cooperative pulsed MIG welding process. | 07-24-2014 |
| 20140202894 | WIPE DISPENSERS - Wipe dispensers are provided. In one aspect, a wipe dispenser includes a housing and a handle coupled to the housing. The housing defines a cavity that includes a liquid cavity portion adapted to receive liquid therein and a wipe cavity portion adapted to receive wipes therein. In another aspect, a wipe dispenser includes a housing including a first housing portion and a second housing portion with the first housing portion movable relative to the second housing portion. The housing defines a cavity therein. The wipe dispenser also includes a wall and a biasing member. The wall is positioned in the cavity and adapted to separate the cavity into a liquid cavity portion and a wipe cavity portion, and the biasing member is positioned between the first housing portion and the second housing portion. The biasing member is adapted to bias the first housing portion away from the second housing portion. | 07-24-2014 |
| 20140202893 | CONTAINER CARRIER - A flexible carrier for carrying a plurality of containers includes a flexible sheet having a row of container-receiving apertures formed therein. The flexible carrier further includes a handle integrated with respect to the flexible sheet. A package is formed by inserting a plurality of containers, each within a respective container-receiving aperture. | 07-24-2014 |
| 20140202724 | FASTENER-DRIVING TOOL WITH AN ELECTRIC POWER GENERATOR - A fastener-driving tool including a housing having an air connector, at least one of a power storage device and an electrical component associated with the housing and an electric motor assembly associated with the housing. The electric motor assembly includes a fan where air is supplied to the housing through the air connector and moves through the housing and contacts the fan to cause the fan to rotate, rotation of the fan causing the electric motor to generate electricity that is directed to the at least one power storage device and the electrical component. | 07-24-2014 |
| 20140201957 | COMPENSATING POSITION ROOF DITCH MOLDING RETAINER - A retainer adapted for disposition within a vehicle roof ditch between a first sidewall and a second sidewall to hold an elongate molding strip in covering relation to the vehicle roof ditch. The retainer includes at least one body portion adapted for disposition within the roof ditch in operative connection to a base portion of the roof ditch. The body portion has a length dimension adapted for orientation along a length segment of the roof ditch between a first sidewall and a second sidewall. The body portion includes an arrangement of molding attachment elements adapted to engage an underside of the elongate molding strip and at least one spring biasing leg disposed at an elevation below the molding attachment elements, which extends an operative length away from one side of the body portion. | 07-24-2014 |
| 20140199935 | AIR MANIFOLD FOR DRYING A CONTAINER - A system for drying a container includes an air manifold. The air manifold includes a main body having multiple outlets and multiple arms. Each arm is coupled to a respective outlet, is disposed in a fixed position relative to the main body, and is configured to direct air received from the main body toward the container. | 07-17-2014 |
| 20140199878 | WELD CONNECTION PROTECTOR CAP - A weld cable connector system that includes a first terminal and a terminal protection system. The first terminal includes a first lock feature. The first terminal is configured to couple with a welding component and to conduct a welding power. The terminal protection system includes a cap, a base coupled to the first terminal, and a tether coupled to the base and to the cap. The cap includes a first mating lock feature. The cap is configured to removably couple with the first terminal in a first locking position to separate the first terminal from an external environment. The first mating lock feature is configured to interface with the first lock feature. | 07-17-2014 |
| 20140197220 | REVERSION TRIGGER FOR COMBUSTION-POWERED FASTENER-DRIVING TOOL - A fastener-driving tool has a housing including a combustion chamber, where the combustion chamber generates combustion for driving a fastener, and a processor associated with the housing and in communication with the combustion chamber. The processor is configured to cause an initial combustion in the combustion chamber and cause a fastener to be driven when a first actuation event and a second actuation event occur, and is configured to cause at least one subsequent combustion in the combustion chamber and cause at least one additional fastener to be driven when only the first actuation event occurs. | 07-17-2014 |
| 20140196582 | PIPE MACHINING APPARATUSES AND METHODS OF OPERATING THE SAME - Pipe machining apparatuses are provided. In one aspect, a pipe machining apparatus includes a tool support adapted to both part or completely cut a pipe into multiple portions, and machine a groove in an exterior surface of the pipe. In another aspect, the apparatus has a low radial clearance such that the tool support does not project a significant distance beyond a pipe. In a further aspect, a method of parting and machining a groove in a pipe with a single pipe machining apparatus is provided. | 07-17-2014 |
| 20140191460 | PIPE MACHINING APPARATUSES AND METHODS OF OPERATING THE SAME - Pipe machining apparatuses are provided. In one aspect, a locking member may be provided to selectively engage with a frame and a tool carrier of a pipe machining apparatus to prevent movement of the tool carrier relative to the frame. In another aspect, a roller bearing assembly for a pipe machining apparatus may be provided and defines a lubricant cavity in a spindle of the roller bearing assembly. In a further aspect, a coupling member for coupling a pipe machining apparatus to either an exterior surface or an exterior surface of a pipe may be provided. In still another aspect, an adjustable pad is provided for coupling a pipe machining apparatus to a pipe. | 07-10-2014 |
| 20140191428 | MULTI-AXIS DIFFRACTION GRATING - An enhanced optical interference pattern, such as a diffraction grating, is incorporated into a photodefineable surface by shining three or more beams of coherent light from a single source at a photodefinable surface, such as a photosensitive emulsion/photoresist covered glass or an ablatable substrate and mapping the diffraction grating pattern to the photodefinable surface. Mapping of the optical interference pattern is created by interference of three or more light beams, such as laser light or other light sources producing a suitable spectrum of light. The mapped photodefinable surface can be used to create embossing shims. The embossing shim can then be used to emboss film or paper. The embossed film/paper can be metalized and laminated onto a substrate to create a product that has shifting patterns at a variety of viewing angles when exposed to white light. | 07-10-2014 |
| 20140190959 | Method and Apparatus For Pulse and Short Circuit Arc Welding - A method and apparatus for multi process welding includes providing a controlled short circuit output and a pulse output in response to a user selection across a workpiece output stud and a torch output stud. | 07-10-2014 |
| 20140190952 | ALUMINUM ALLOY WELDING WIRE - A composition for welding or brazing aluminum comprises silicon (Si) and magnesium (Mg) along with aluminum in an alloy suitable for use in welding and brazing. The Si content may vary between approximately 4.7 and 10.9 wt %, and the Mg content may vary between approximately 0.20 wt % and 0.50 wt %. The alloy is well suited for operations in which little or no dilution from the base metal affects the Si and/or Mg content of the filler metal. The Si content promotes fluidity and avoids stress concentrations and cracking The Mg content provides enhanced strength. Resulting joints may have a strength at least equal to that of the base metal with little or no dilution (e.g., draw of Mg). The joints may be both heat treated and artificially aged or naturally aged. | 07-10-2014 |
| 20140190944 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR AUTOMATICALLY CONTROLLING GAS PRESSURE FOR A PLASMA CUTTER - A system for providing a dynamically controlled plasma cutting system. The plasma cutting system includes a proportional valve and a sensing device arrangement and a controller connected to this arrangement. The system is configured to dynamically control gas flow in a plasma torch. The system measures gas pressure at a proportional valve and makes necessary gas pressure adjustments in the system by way of controlling a drive signal sent to the proportional valve to control gas flow. | 07-10-2014 |
| 20140190327 | PIPE MACHINING APPARATUSES AND METHODS OF OPERATING THE SAME - Pipe machining apparatuses are provided. In one aspect, a pipe machining apparatus includes a coupling mechanism adapted to couple a first section and a second section of the pipe machining apparatus together. The coupling mechanism includes a base defining an aperture therein, an arm adapted to selectively couple the first and second sections together, an engagement member positioned in the aperture in the base, and a separation member movably coupled to the base and adapted to engage the engagement member. The separation member is adapted to move to push against the engagement member and separate the first section and the second section. In another aspect, a coupling mechanism includes an arm adapted to selectively couple the first and second sections together and a resistance member engaging the arm and one of a first section and a second section of the pipe machining apparatus to which the arm is coupled. | 07-10-2014 |
| 20140190322 | PIPE MACHINING APPARATUSES AND METHODS OF OPERATING THE SAME - Pipe machining apparatuses are provided. In some aspects, a pipe machining apparatus may include a hinge to allow two sections of the pipe machining apparatus to move relative to one another. In another aspect, a support member may be provided to support a pipe machining apparatus on a surface. In a further aspect, a support member may be provided that allows lifting of a pipe machining apparatus in either a horizontal position or a vertical position. | 07-10-2014 |
| 20140190321 | PIPE MACHINING APPARATUSES AND METHODS OF OPERATING THE SAME - Pipe machining apparatuses and methods of operating are provided. In one aspect, a pipe machining apparatus includes an advancement mechanism coupled to a frame and adapted to move relative to the frame between a first position, in which the advancement mechanism is in a travel path of an advancement member and is adapted to be engaged by the advancement member to advance a tool, and a second position, in which the advancement mechanism is positioned out of the travel path of the advancement member and is not adapted to be engaged by the advancement member. In another aspect, a pipe machining apparatus includes multiple motors and pinion gears engaged with a gear rack of a tool carrier. In a further aspect, a pipe machining apparatus includes a race wiper. In yet another aspect, a pipe machining apparatus includes a race lubrication member. | 07-10-2014 |
| 20140186136 | BUSHING ASSEMBLY - A bushing includes a cylindrical main body having a leading end and a trailing end, wherein a fastener passage is defined within the main body, and a plurality of ribs outwardly extending from the main body. The plurality of ribs are configured to securely position the bushing with respect to an opening formed in a component. | 07-03-2014 |
| 20140183361 | IR SENSOR WITH INCREASED SURFACE AREA - Sensors, systems including sensors, and methods of using such sensors and systems are provided. In one aspect, a sensor includes a sensor element at least partially positioned within the housing. The sensor element includes a plurality of interconnected segments with each segment comprising a pyroelectric crystal and wherein the sensor may generate a single, unitary signal upon exposure of any segment to infrared radiation. | 07-03-2014 |
| 20140183233 | TORSO TO WAIST LOAD TRANSFER APPARATUS - An adjustable load transfer apparatus adapted to transfer a portion of a load between a torso-covering garment and a belt at the user's waist. The apparatus includes a post adapted for insertion into the interior passageway of a female body. The insertable post includes cutouts disposed in spaced-apart, stacked relation along a lateral edge. The thickness dimension of the insertable post is such that the insertable post can pass beneath a locking tooth in the female body when the locking tooth is in a raised position. The cutouts are sized and positioned to receive the locking tooth when the locking tooth is lowered. The apparatus is adapted to releasably engage webbing loops disposed at the surface of the torso-covering garment and/or the belt structure. | 07-03-2014 |
| 20140183176 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING AN ARC WELDING PROCESS - A welding system includes an electrode configured to be advanced toward a workpiece and a power supply configured to provide a flow of electricity to the electrode for generating a welding arc between the electrode and the workpiece. The welding system also includes a first sensor configured to sense a light intensity of the welding arc and a second sensor configured to sense a current provided to the electrode via the power supply. In addition, the welding system includes a controller communicatively coupled with the first and second sensors and configured to modify the light intensity with respect to the current. The controller is configured to control a welding parameter of the welding system based on the modified light intensity. | 07-03-2014 |
| 20140182548 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ANALYZING CARBON BUILD UP IN AN ENGINE - An induction cleaning analyzing system includes a pressure sensor, an ignition event detector, and a control module. The pressure sensor measures airflow pressures of intake air and/or exhaust from cylinders in a common airflow pathway of a vehicle. The ignition event detector determines ignition events of the cylinders. The control module obtains pressure waveforms representative of the airflow pressures and divides the pressure waveforms into waveform segments. The control module associates different subsets of the waveform segments with different ones of the cylinders using the ignition events. The control module also identifies cyclic variations in the airflow pressures flowing in the common airflow pathway and caused by at least one of the cylinders by examining the waveform segments associated with the at least one of the cylinders. | 07-03-2014 |
| 20140175143 | INTERFACE FOR FUEL DELIVERY SYSTEM FOR COMBUSTION FASTENER DRIVER - A fuel delivery system for use with a combustion fastener driver including a cylinder head frame, the system includes a fuel cell with an outer shell having a closed lower end and an open upper end, a closure crimped over the upper end and defining an opening for accommodating a reciprocating valve stem, a fuel cell adapter frictionally engaging the closure and including a flange configured for suspending the fuel cell in a tool fuel cell chamber. The adapter includes a collar configured for receiving the valve stem and being suspended for restricted vertical movement relative to the flange. A stem receiver block is connectable to the cylinder head frame and includes a stem engagement portion configured for directly and sealingly engaging an end of the valve stem, the stem engagement portion being in fluid communication with an internal receiver passage constructed and arranged for delivering fuel to a combustion chamber. | 06-26-2014 |
| 20140175075 | METHOD AND SYSTEM OF WELDING WITH AUTO-DETERMINED STARTUP PARAMETERS - A method and system to determine optimum operating parameters for the startup phase of a welding-type process based on user-desired operating parameters of the post-startup or welding phase of the welding-type process are disclosed. While applicable to a number of welding-type processes, the method and system are particularly configured to determine an optimum wire feed speed for Gas Metal Arc Welding of aluminum using pulse spray transfer. | 06-26-2014 |
| 20140175074 | Method and Apparatus For Pulse Welding - A method and system for pulse welding provides an output pulse waveform. The waveform has at least a frequency from a range of available frequencies not limited to harmonic frequencies. The waveform provides power suitable for welding, and has a plurality of background portions alternating with a plurality of peak portions. A transition down occurs from the peak portion to the background portion with a first acceleration and a transition up occurs from the background portion to the peak portion with a second acceleration. At least one of the first and second accelerations are non-zero over at least most of the transition. The waveform is preferably created by switching an inverter. Both accelerations may be non-zero, and each transition may have two accelerations, one negative closer to the peak, and one positive closer to the background. The accelerations may be constant with opposite polarity. Preferably the process is current controlled during the transitions. The process frequency may be fixed or varying. | 06-26-2014 |
| 20140175072 | SYSTEM FOR ARC WELDING WITH ENHANCED METAL DEPOSITION - A welding system includes a power supply configured to output power to a welding device. The power supply is configured to alternate the power output between an arc phase and a hotwire phase. The power output in the arc phase produces an arc between a welding electrode and a workpiece, and the power output in the hotwire phase heats the welding electrode without producing an arc. | 06-26-2014 |
| 20140173859 | WEBBING BUCKLE WITH RELEASE MECHANISM - A buckle assembly includes a hollow buckle body and an insertable buckle latch with elongate latching legs. A separate reciprocable slide element carried by the buckle latch element with cam surfaces, angled relative to the longitudinal axis of the buckle that overlies the free ends of the latching legs. The cam surfaces are associated with angled surfaces on the latching legs forward of the latching edges. Movement of the slide element relative to the latch element causes the cam surfaces to urge the free ends of the latching legs together to unlatch the latching legs from the hollow buckle body locking edges. In one form, a cable is connected to the separate slide element to slide the separate slide element. | 06-26-2014 |
| 20140170954 | DISHWASHER WITH SELF-SEALING VENT FAN - A vent fan for use with the dishwasher and providing a vent door covering the opening associated with a motorized fan employs a mechanical coupling between the fan motor and vent door to eliminate the need for a separate vent door actuator by using energy of the fan motor to accomplish the actuation. | 06-19-2014 |
| 20140166634 | REMOTELY CONTROLLED WELDING MACHINE - The present invention is directed to a remotely controlled welding machine. A remote control uses the welding circuit to transfer information to a welding power source. The information to be communicated to the power source includes welding power source output command information (amperage/voltage control), welding circuit on/off information (power source output contactor control), and power source mode control (constant voltage/constant current). A transmitter transmits the desired welding operational parameters to a receiver disposed in the power source. The transmitter is constructed to use only a small amount of power which, preferably, is supplied by one or two low voltage replaceable and/or rechargeable batteries. Additionally, an open circuit voltage is not created between the power source and an electrode holder when an arc is not present. | 06-19-2014 |
| 20140166633 | WIRELESS SYSTEM CONTROL AND INVENTORY MONITORING FOR WELDING-TYPE DEVICES - A welding-type system is designed for wireless control and for inventory monitoring of welding consumables. The welding-type system includes a power source to produce a welding-type power, wherein the power source is operable in a plurality of operating modes. The welding-type system also includes a controller configured to set a plurality of operating parameters within the power source, at least one wireless monitoring device coupled to the controller, and at least one welding-type consumable associated with a wireless transmitter. The wireless transmitter is configured to emit low frequency magnetic signals having consumable data encoded therein that is indicative of the at least one welding-type consumable. The wireless monitoring device is arranged to communicate with the wireless transmitter by receiving and transmitting the low frequency magnetic signals, with the low frequency magnetic signals being transmitted at a frequency of approximately 131 kHz. | 06-19-2014 |
| 20140166626 | SELF-ADJUSTING WIRE FEEDER MOUNTING ASSEMBLY - A self-adjusting wire feeder mounting assembly includes a mount fixedly connectable to a multi-axis robotic arm, and a slidable, floating adapter plate for mounting of a wire feeder thereon. The adapter plate is coupled with and slidable about the mount, and the adapter plate is moveable relative to the mount when a force is applied to the wire feeder. | 06-19-2014 |
| 20140165866 | DISPOSABLE CUP INSERT FOR PAD PRINTING AND DECORATING - A liquid supply assembly for use with a printing system of a type in which a liquid is deposited from the liquid supply assembly in a receiving region on a plate and any excess of the liquid in the receiving region is scraped from the plate by the liquid supply assembly. To this end, the liquid supply assembly employs a reusable cup, a disposable cup insert and a scraping element. As assembled, the reusable cup includes a reusable liquid reservoir, the disposable cup insert includes a temporary liquid reservoir holding the liquid within the reusable liquid reservoir, and the scraping element includes a conduit facilitating a flow of the liquid held by the temporary liquid reservoir through the conduit to the plate. | 06-19-2014 |
