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17-03-2022 дата публикации

Приспособление для вырезки отверстий в цилиндрических изделиях

Номер: RU0000209594U1
Автор: Андрей Сергеевич Шатилов, Ася Юрьевна Горелова
Принадлежит: Федеральное государственное бюджетное образовательное учреждение высшего образования "Волгоградский государственный технический университет" (ВолгГТУ)

Полезная модель относится к технологическому оборудованию и может быть использована для вырезки отверстий под патрубки в крупногабаритных теплообменных аппаратах. Приспособление для вырезки отверстия в цилиндрическом изделии содержит корпус, выполненный с возможностью перемещения вокруг обрабатываемого изделия посредством симметрично установленных цепных передач с цепью, каретку с установленным на ней режущим инструментом, выполненную с возможностью перемещения вдоль направляющих, закрепленных в корпусе. Приспособление снабжено актуатором со штоком, датчиком измерения натяжения цепи, управляющим положением штока актуатора и установленным на каждой из цепей, и электроприводом 13, соединенным с шарико-винтовой передачей посредством муфты. Корпус выполнен в виде пары щек, расположенных параллельно друг другу, на каждой щеке установлена с возможностью вращения вокруг своей оси пара опорных роликов для движения по обечайке изделия, при этом каретка выполнена с возможностью перемещения по направляющим посредством шарико-винтовой передачи, каждая цепная передача состоит из пары опорных звездочек 4, звездочки 5 натяжения цепи, установленной на штоке актуатора, который закреплен на щеке, и звездочки 7, установленной на валу 8, приводимым во вращение электроприводом 9, причем звездочка 6 натяжения цепи, актуатор и датчик измерения натяжения цепи образуют механизм автоматического натяжения цепей каждой цепной передачи. Техническим результатом является повышение точности обработки отверстий в изделиях, в том числе крупногабаритных, с возможностью вырезания отверстий сложной формы. 2 ил. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 209 594 U1 (51) МПК B23D 21/00 (2006.01) B23K 7/00 (2006.01) B23K 37/02 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК B23D 21/00 (2021.08); B23K 7/006 (2021.08); B23K 37/02 (2021.08) (21)(22) Заявка: 2021116912, 10.06.2021 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 17.03.2022 Приоритет( ...

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Номер записи: 1
02-08-2012 дата публикации

Shear Blade Geometry and Method

Номер: US20120193087A1
Автор: Christopher Andrew HALL, Robert Arnold Judge, Seemant Yadav
Принадлежит: HYDRIL USA MANUFACTURING LLC

A pair of shear blades and a blowout preventer having the pair of shear blades. The shear blades are configured to cut a tubular inside the blowout preventer. The shear blades have different geometries of the front cutting surfaces. One geometry promotes a secure positioning of the tubular relative to the first blade while the second geometry promotes a puncturing of the tubular by the second blade.

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Номер записи: 2
03-01-2013 дата публикации

Multi-functional tool for flexible pipe and related methods

Номер: US20130000051A1
Автор: John G. Cleland
Принадлежит: Mil3 Inc

A multifunctional tool includes first and second handle members, first and second jaw members operatively connected to the first and second handle members and movable between a first open position and a second closed position, and first and second removable collar attachment members configured to be removably installed in the first and second jaw members, respectively, to provide different sizes of compressing and/or cutting diameters when the first and second jaw members are in the second closed position.

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Номер записи: 3
25-04-2013 дата публикации

PIPE CUTTER

Номер: US20130097873A1
Автор: Li Shui Ming, Liu Zhong Qun, Luo Hua Tian, Naughton Michael, Scott John S.
Принадлежит:

A power tool that includes a pipe holder, a knife pivotally coupled to the pipe holder, and a drive mechanism coupled to at least one of the pipe holder and the knife. The power tool also includes a motor coupled to a drive mechanism, and a removable and rechargeable battery pack coupled to the motor to selectively provide power signals to the motor. The power tool also includes a controller configured to monitor a plurality of conditions of the power tool, such as battery pack voltage, battery pack temperature, operational current, and the like. The controller is also configured to detect one or more events related to the plurality of conditions of the power tool. For example, the controller is configured to monitor the operational current of the power tool. If the operational current of the power tool exceeds a first threshold value, a power signal duty cycle is reduced from a first duty cycle value to a second duty cycle value to limit the amount of torque the power tool is able to generate. 1. A power tool comprising:a pipe holder;a knife pivotally coupled to the pipe holder;a drive mechanism coupled to at least one of the pipe holder and the knife, the drive mechanism operable to move the at least one of the pipe holder and the knife relative to the other of the pipe holder and the knife;a motor coupled to the drive mechanism;a power supply electrically coupled to the motor, the motor receiving a power signal with a duty cycle having a first value; and monitor at least one condition of the power tool, and', 'detect at least one event associated with the at least one condition of the power tool,, 'a controller configured to'}wherein the power signal duty cycle is modified from the first value to a second value when the controller detects the at least one event associated with the at least one condition of the power tool.2. The power tool of claim 1 , wherein the power supply is a battery pack electrically coupled to the motor.3. The power tool of claim 2 , ...

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Номер записи: 4
20-06-2013 дата публикации

Tube cutting device with rapid separable handle

Номер: US20130152401A1
Автор: Tai-Hung Lee
Принадлежит: Individual

A tube cutting device with a rapid separable handle comprises a tube cutter and a handle. The tube cutter comprises a C-shaped housing, a one-way rotation part, and a limit part. The handle comprises a grip part, a C-shaped guiding seat, a separation control part, and a control button. The C-shaped guiding seat is for unidirectional rotation of the C-shaped housing via the one-way rotation part. In a combination position, it engages with the limit part so that the tube cutter and the handle are mutually fixed. In a separation position, it is separated from the limit part so that the tube cutter and the handle are separable from each other for independently perform tube cutting. Therefore, this invention has advantages of the handle being separable from or combinable with the tube cutter as needed, and quick, easy and convenient switch between different usage modes of the tube cutting device.

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Номер записи: 5
17-10-2013 дата публикации

Apparatus for Machining, Particularly for Cutting a Tubular or Round Section Body

Номер: US20130269500A1
Автор: MAKKONEN Seppo, PRIHA Mika
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An apparatus () for machining a tubular or round-bar type piece, wherein the apparatus comprises a frame element (), a machining unit (), as well as a threaded shaft (), which is fitted to the frame element in a rotatable and axially immobile fashion and has a first section ) provided with a right-handed thread and a second section () with a left-handed thread. The first section is provided with at least one first support element () and the second section is provided with at least one second support element (), the mutual distance between the support elements being adjustable in response to rotating the threaded shaft, such that the support elements, for example wheels, are adapted to touch a workpiece and to support and guide the apparatus () in the process of machining the piece. At least one of the support elements, such as wheels (), is adapted to be capable of rotating relative to its axis in response to moving the apparatus along the surface of a workpiece. 110-. (canceled)11. An apparatus for machining , comprising:a frame element;a machining unit;a device for attaching the machining unit to the frame element;an adjustment element for moving a tool member of the machining unit relative to the frame element towards or away from a workpiece;wherein the frame element is provided, in a rotatable and axially immobile fashion, with a threaded shaft having a first section with a right-handed thread and a second section having a left-handed thread;wherein the first section contains a first support element and the second section contains a second support element, wherein the distance between the first and second support elements is adjustable at substantially the same time as the threaded shaft is rotated so that the first and second support elements are adapted to touch the workpiece and support and guide the machining apparatus as the workpiece is being machined; andwherein one of the first or second support elements is adapted to rotate relative to its axis.12. The ...

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Номер записи: 6
26-12-2013 дата публикации

Cordless Clamping Handle Tubing Cutter Tool

Номер: US20130340257A1
Автор: Gustav M. Nasiell
Принадлежит: Individual

A hand tool for cutting tubular workpieces such as copper tubing used for plumbing includes a rotary cutting head which has a slot for receiving a length of tubing to be cut, a gear drive mechanism for rotating the cutting head, and a clamping handle which supports the gear drive mechanism, which is rotatably driven by a battery powered electric motor. to thus rotate the cutting head to sever a length of tubing. The clamping handle includes a pair of longitudinally disposed, generally semi-cylindrically-shaped handle shells which are pivotable apart from one another to receive a length of tubing to be cut, and pivotable to a closed position and compressed in the palm of a workman's hand to press against and clamp the tool to a length of tubing being cut.

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Номер записи: 7
06-02-2014 дата публикации

CUTTING APPARATUS

Номер: US20140033836A1
Автор: Che Khac Nguyen, Mageren Olivier Jean-Marc Claude, Rutherford Loren
Принадлежит:

Described herein is a cutting apparatus () for allowing visual inspection of a core sample in an inner tube at a drilling site after the inner tube has been removed from a coring tube and prior to it being transported to a laboratory. The cutting apparatus () comprises a support track ()) on which is mounted a tube support member (), a cutter wagon () and a drive arrangement (). The apparatus () provides relative movement between an inner tube () and the cutter wagon () to allow a section of the inner tube () to be removed along its entire length for visual inspection. The drive arrangement () provides the relative movement between the inner tube () and the cutter wagon (). 1. Cutting apparatus for cutting a tube longitudinally along its length , the apparatus comprising:a support track for supporting the tube in at least one cutting position;at least one cutter assembly mounted with respect to the track; anda drive arrangement for providing relative movement between each cutter assembly and the support track.2. Cutting apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein each cutter assembly comprises at least one cutter wheel which is adjustable to determine the depth of cut along the length of the tube.3. Cutting apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein each cutter assembly includes at least one stabilising device that stabilises the tube in each cutting position.4. Cutting apparatus according to claim 3 , wherein each stabilising device comprises at least one roller element.5. Cutting apparatus according to claim 4 , wherein each roller element comprises a diabolo roller.6. Cutting apparatus according to claim 3 , wherein the cutter assembly further includes a tube support for supporting the tube in each cutting position.7. Cutting apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the support track includes a tube support for supporting the tube in each cutting position.8. Cutting apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein each cutter assembly comprises a frame mountable on the ...

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Номер записи: 8
27-03-2014 дата публикации

PIPE SPLITTING APPARATUS WITH REPLACEABLE BLADE

Номер: US20140086689A1
Автор: Tjader Michael
Принадлежит: TT Technologies, Inc.

Pipe splitting apparatuses and systems including a replaceable blade, and methods therefor, are provided. In various examples, a pipe splitting apparatus includes an outer surface including a recess. A blade including a portion is disposed within the recess. A hardenable material is disposed within the recess. The hardenable material is configured to flow upon application to fill empty space within the recess and at least partially around the portion of the blade disposed within the recess. The hardenable material is further configured to harden after application to secure the portion of the blade within the recess and fix the blade to the pipe splitting apparatus. 1. A pipe splitting apparatus comprising:a splitter body, having an outer surface including a recess;a blade including a portion disposed and secured within the recess;a passage extending from a location on substantially an opposite side of the splitter body from the recess, to a bottom surface of the recess, the passage configured to allow access to a bottom surface of the blade, when disposed within the recess, to push the blade out of the recess.2. The pipe splitting apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the recess includes substantially vertical sidewalls.3. The pipe splitting apparatus of claim 1 , further including a hardenable material disposed within the recess and at least partially around the portion of the blade disposed within the recess.4. The pipe splitting apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the hardenable material includes an adhesive.5. The pipe splitting apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the hardenable material includes an epoxy.6. The pipe splitting apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the hardenable material includes solder.7. The pipe splitting apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the pipe splitting apparatus includes at least two opposed blades.8. The pipe splitting apparatus of claim 1 , wherein each recess includes two corresponding passages.9. The pipe splitting apparatus of claim 1 , wherein each passage ...

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Номер записи: 9
10-04-2014 дата публикации

Coupling members for pipe machining apparatuses

Номер: US20140096398A1
Автор: Roy C. COAKLEY
Принадлежит: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC

Pipe machining apparatuses, coupling members, and methods of assembling pipe machining apparatuses are provided. In one aspect, a coupling member for coupling together a first section and a second section of a pipe machining apparatus includes a first housing member adapted to couple to the first section, a second housing member adapted to couple to the second section, an arm movably coupled to the first housing member, and an engagement member coupled to the arm. The arm is adapted to move between a coupled condition, in which the engagement member engages the second housing member, and an uncoupled condition, in which the engagement member does not engage the second housing member.

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Номер записи: 10
10-04-2014 дата публикации

RAPIDLY RETRACTABLE TOOL SUPPORT FOR A PIPE MACHINING APPARATUS

Номер: US20140096655A1
Автор: Coakley Roy C.
Принадлежит: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.

Pipe machining apparatuses, tool supports, and methods of operating pipe machining apparatuses are provided. In one aspect, a pipe machining apparatus includes a frame, a tool carrier coupled to and movable relative to the frame, and a tool support coupled to and movable with the tool carrier relative to the frame. The tool support is adapted to support a tool and move the tool in a first direction toward a pipe at a first increment and move the tool in a second direction away from the pipe at a second increment. The second increment is larger than the first increment. 1. A pipe machining apparatus comprising:a frame;a tool carrier coupled to and movable relative to the frame; anda tool support coupled to and movable with the tool carrier relative to the frame, wherein the tool support is adapted to support a tool and move the tool in a first direction toward a pipe at a first increment and move the tool in a second direction away from the pipe at a second increment, the second increment being larger than the first increment.2. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first increment is a first linear distance traveled per a period of time and the second increment is a second linear distance traveled per the same period of time claim 1 , wherein the second linear distance is greater than the first linear distance.3. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the tool support further includes a feed screw claim 1 , a tool clamp adapted to engage the tool and coupled to and movable along the feed screw in both the first and second directions claim 1 , and a worm gear movable between a first position claim 1 , in which the worm gear couples to the feed screw claim 1 , and a second position claim 1 , in which the worm gear is uncoupled from the feed screw.4. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 3 , wherein claim 3 , with the worm gear in the first position claim 3 , rotation of the worm gear rotates the feed screw to move the tool in the first ...

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Номер записи: 11
10-04-2014 дата публикации

BEARING ASSEMBLY FOR A PIPE MACHINING APPARATUS

Номер: US20140096663A1
Автор: Coakley Roy C.
Принадлежит: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.

Pipe machining apparatuses and bearing assemblies are provided. In one aspect, a pipe machining apparatus includes a frame, a tool carrier, a first roller bearing and a second roller bearing. The tool carrier is coupled to and movable relative to the frame and defines a race therein. The first roller bearing includes a first shaft and a first roller rotatably coupled to the first shaft. The first roller is at least partially positioned in the race and is rotatable about a first roller bearing axis adapted to remain substantially fixed relative to the frame. The second roller bearing includes a second shaft and a second roller rotatably coupled to the second shaft. The second roller is at least partially positioned in the race and is rotatable about a second roller bearing axis. The second roller bearing is adjustable to move the second roller bearing axis relative to the frame. 1. A pipe machining apparatus comprising:a frame;a tool carrier coupled to and movable relative to the frame, the tool carrier defining a race therein;a first roller bearing including a first shaft and a first roller rotatably coupled to the first shaft, wherein the first roller is at least partially positioned in the race and is rotatable about a first roller bearing axis adapted to remain substantially fixed relative to the frame; anda second roller bearing including a second shaft and a second roller rotatably coupled to the second shaft, wherein the second roller is at least partially positioned in the race and is rotatable about a second roller bearing axis, and wherein the second roller bearing is adjustable to move the second roller bearing axis relative to the frame.2. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the second shaft includes an eccentric portion and the second roller is coupled to the second shaft about the eccentric portion claim 1 , and wherein rotation of the second shaft moves the second roller bearing axis relative to the frame.3. The pipe machining apparatus ...

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Номер записи: 12
06-01-2022 дата публикации

PIPE CUTTING DEVICE

Номер: US20220001470A1
Автор: HEINSOHN Andreas
Принадлежит: KNIPEX-WERK C. GUSTAV PUTSCH KG

A pipe cutting device with a positioning element and a counter-support, which are formed on a c-shaped working head, wherein the working head also transitions into a foot part that can also be used as a grip region, and the positioning element can be displaced relative to the foot part to change an opening width of the working head, wherein the positioning element can also be fixed on the foot part by means of a detent device, which has a hand-operable engagement element that interacts with a receiving part to fix the detent. In order to improve the design in terms of handling, the engagement element is situated on the positioning element and can be displaced together with the positioning element relative to the receiving part. 115433765735720211921519559715. A pipe cutting device () with a positioning element () and a counter-support () , which are formed on a C-shaped working head () , wherein the working head () also transitions into a foot part () that be is configured to be used as a grip region () and the positioning element () is configured to be displaced relative to the foot part () in order to change an opening width (w) of the working head () , and wherein the positioning element () is configured to be fixed on the foot part () by means of a detent device () , which has a hand-operable engagement element () that interacts with a receiving part () in order to fix the detent device , wherein the engagement element () is formed on the positioning element () and is configured to be displaced relative to the receiving part () together with the positioning element () , wherein the positioning element () is held in a groove guide () in the foot part () in a form-fitting yet displaceable manner , and wherein the pipe cutting device () maintains its outside contour with respect to a length in the longitudinal direction (L) and a width extending transverse thereto regardless of a displacement position of the positioning element ().21915719. The pipe cutting device ...

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Номер записи: 13
14-01-2016 дата публикации

Tube cutter

Номер: US20160008895A1
Автор: Yu-Chuan Chen
Принадлежит: Individual

A tube cutter is revealed. A moveable member is mounted into a main body by a rod portion inserted into a slot of the main body. At the same time, a jagged positioning portion on a positioning block of the main body is positioned on a jagged stopping portion of the rod portion by a pressing elastic part. An elastic pressing member includes a supporting elastic part disposed between a mounting projection and a mounting hole of the main body. A sliding block on bottom of the elastic pressing member is mounted in a sliding groove of the main body while sliding distance of the sliding block is restricted by a stopping rod in a stopping hole. A cutting blade of the moveable member is tightly against a tube due to the elastic pressing member being pushed by the supporting elastic part. Thus the tube is cut smoothly.

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Номер записи: 14
21-01-2021 дата публикации

TRANSPORT SYSTEM FOR A PIPE AND METHOD FOR DELIVERING A PIPE

Номер: US20210016990A1
Автор: Froböse Thomas, HEDVALL Christofer
Принадлежит: Sandvik Materials Technology Deutschland GmbH

Transport system makes it possible to transport a pipe of any length and with the required quality to the location of the use of the pipe. The transport system for a pipe has a transport platform, a receptacle for the pipe, wherein the receptacle is configured in such a manner that the pipe may be received coiled on the receptacle, a drive, wherein the drive is configured in such a manner that the pipe may be conveyed by the drive in a transport direction, and a straightening device, wherein the straightening device is configured in such a manner that the pipe can be straightened with the straightening device. The receptacle, the drive and the straightening device are arranged on the transport platform in such a manner that the pipe may be drawn automatically from the receptacle and fed to the straightening device by the drive. 1. Transport system for a pipe , comprising:a transport platform;a receptacle for the pipe, wherein the receptacle is configured such that the pipe can be received coiled up on the receptacle;a drive, wherein the drive is configured such that, with the drive, the pipe can be conveyed in a transport direction; anda straightening device, wherein the straightening device is configured such that the pipe can be straightened with the straightening device,wherein the receptacle, the drive and the straightening device are arranged on the transport platform such that, with the drive, the pipe can be drawn off the receptacle and fed to the straightening device in an automated manner.2. Transport system according to claim 1 , wherein the transport platform can be at least handled by crane or conveyed or in that the transport platform is connected to a further device which can be at least handled by crane or conveyed.3. Transport system according to claim 1 , wherein the transport system has a cutting device claim 1 , wherein the cutting device is configured and arranged such that the pipe can be severed with the cutting device claim 1 , with the result ...

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Номер записи: 15
26-01-2017 дата публикации

DIES FOR THREADED ROD CUTTING MACHINE

Номер: US20170021435A1
Автор: HEAVEL Richard J., Kusmierski Robert G., Parks James R., SCHAUB Michael J.
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First and second dies can be coupled to a pair of arms on a threaded rod cutting machine. The first die has a body with a front face, a rear face, a side face extending between the front face and the rear face, and a first threaded recess in the first side face and configured to receive a threaded rod to be cut. Crests and troughs of the first thread are aligned with troughs and crests of the threaded rod when the first die engages the rod. The second die has a body with a front face, a side face extending between the front face and the rear face, and a second threaded recess in the side face and configured to receive the threaded rod. Crests and troughs of the second thread are axially offset from troughs and crests of the threaded rod when the second die engages the rod. 1. A set of dies configured to be coupled to a machine for cutting threaded rods , the machine having a pair of arms each configured to hold one of the dies , at least one of the arms being moveable relative to the other arm to cause the dies to shear a threaded rod , the set of dies comprising:a first die having a first body with a first front face, a first rear face, a first side face extending between the first front face and the first rear face, and a first threaded arcuate recess with a first thread defined in the first side face and configured to receive a portion of a first threaded rod to be cut, wherein crests and troughs of the first thread are aligned with troughs and crests of a thread of the first threaded rod when the first die engages the first threaded rod; anda second die having a second body with a second front face, a second side face extending between the second front face and the second rear face, and a second threaded arcuate recess with a second thread defined in the second side face and configured to receive a portion of the first threaded rod to be cut, wherein crests and troughs of the second thread are axially offset from troughs and crests of the thread of the first ...

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Номер записи: 16
25-01-2018 дата публикации

PIPE CUTTER

Номер: US20180021863A1
Автор: CHEN TSAN-LUNG, Chou Yuan-Te
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A pipe cutter includes a body and a cutting wheel unit. The body includes a slot, a transverse slot and a recessed area. The cutting wheel unit includes a shaft, a cutting wheel, a movable member and a resilient member. The shaft is pivotably connected to the transverse slot and includes a flange and an engaging groove. The cutting wheel is received in the slot and is pivotably connected to the shaft. The movable member is movably received in the recessed area and has an engaging portion which is engaged with the engaging groove of the shaft. The resilient member is biased between the recessed area and the movable member so that the shaft is restricted from being disengaging from the transverse slot by the movable member. 1. A pipe cutter comprising:a body having a passage and a transverse slot defined in a first end thereof, the transverse slot communicating with the passage, an axial slot defined axially in a second end of the body and located corresponding to the passage, a transverse hole defined through a wall of the slot, a rail connected between the first and second ends of the body, a recessed area defined in a side of the first end of the body and communicating with the transverse hole, a locking hole defined in an inner bottom of the recessed area, a cap reception recess defined in an opening of the recessed area;a cutting wheel unit having a shaft, a cutting wheel, a movable member, a resilient member, a cap and a pin, the shaft pivotably extending through the transverse hole and having a flange formed on a first end thereof, an engaging groove defined in a second end of the shaft, the cutting wheel located in the axial slot and having an axial protrusion through which the shaft extends, the axial protrusion located between the engaging groove and the flange, the movable member movably received in the recessed area, the movable member having an engaging portion defined in a first end thereof, and a receiving portion defined in a second end thereof, an ...

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Номер записи: 17
10-02-2022 дата публикации

CUTTING DEVICE

Номер: US20220040771A1
Автор: Duguay Laurie, Durette Shawn Maurice Dale, Hachey Patrick, Razak Roua M.
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A can cutting device having a main body and a can support assembly coupled to the main body. The can support assembly having a shaft that extends along a longitudinal shaft axis, an eccentrically mounted mandrel that extends along a longitudinal mandrel axis parallel to the longitudinal shaft axis, and a cutter coupled to the main body having a cutting surface. The can is positionable in a mounted position such that the can is rotatable about a can axis of rotation, the cutting surface is positionable to contact the portion of the can body supported by the mandrel at the cutting location, and when the cutting surface is in contact with the portion of the can body supported by the mandrel at the cutting location and the can is rotated about the can axis of rotation, the cutting surface cuts the portion of the can body at the cutting location. 2. The can cutting device of claim 1 , further comprising:an adjustment mechanism usable to adjust the can cutting device between a cutting position and a loading position,wherein when the can cutting device is in the loading position, the can is removably positionable in the mounted position on the mandrel, and the cutting surface contacts the portion of the can body supported by the mandrel at a cutting location, and', 'when the can is rotated about the can axis of rotation, the cutting surface cuts the portion of the can body at the cutting location., 'when the cutting device is in the cutting position and the can is positioned in the mounted position3. The cutting device of claim 1 , further comprising:a spindle rotatably coupled to the main body, the spindle is rotatable about a spindle axis of rotation,an attachment member coupled to the spindle, the attachment member is engageable with the can; anda spindle drive coupled to the spindle, the spindle drive is operable to drive rotation of the spindle.4. The cutting device of claim 3 , wherein when cutting device is in the cutting position and the can is positioned in the ...

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Номер записи: 18
24-01-2019 дата публикации

PIPE CUTTING AND BEVELING MACHINE

Номер: US20190022773A1
Автор: CHOI Insung
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A machine for cutting or beveling a pipe. A cutter unit rotates around the pipe while cutting any surface of the pipe after gripping and fixing the pipe. The machine includes: a main body which a pipe passes through the center portion thereof to be fixed; and a cutter unit coupled to the main body unit rotates around the fixed pipe to cut or bevel the pipe. The cutter unit may have a rotating unit on one side to pull the cutter unit aside and a locking unit on the other side to restrain or release the cutter unit. An entry control unit operating the cutter unit includes: a lever gear-engaged with an outer side surface of an entry control plate; and a clutch formed on a rotation shaft of the lever such that the restraint is released when the lever is lifted or pressed in the axial direction. 1. A pipe cutting and beveling machine comprising:a main body portion having a central portion through which a pipe passes so as to be fixed;a cutter unit coupled to the main body and configured to cut or bevel the pipe by a cutting blade while orbiting around the fixed pipe;an entry adjustment plate coupled to the cutter unit such that the cutter unit enters toward or retreats from a cut portion in the pipe; andan entry control unit configured to move the entry adjustment plate,wherein the cutter unit is provided with a pivot unit on one side thereof such that the cutter unit is tilted in a direction different from movement of the entry adjustment plate, and the cutter unit is provided with a lock unit on a remaining side thereof so as to restrain or release tilting of the cutter unit.2. The pipe cutting and beveling machine of claim 1 , wherein the pivot unit is provided with a stop ball configured to temporarily stop movement of the cutter unit when the cutter unit is tilted claim 1 , and an upper surface of the latch on which a fastening means of the lock unit is formed to be inclined so as to push the cutter unit not only in a fastening direction claim 1 , but also toward ...

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Номер записи: 19
02-02-2017 дата публикации

PIPE SPLITTING APPARATUS WITH REPLACEABLE BLADE

Номер: US20170030506A1
Автор: Tjader Michael
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Pipe splitting apparatuses and systems including a replaceable blade, and methods therefor, are provided. In various examples, a pipe splitting apparatus includes an outer surface including a recess. A blade including a portion is disposed within the recess. A hardenable material is disposed within the recess. The hardenable material is configured to flow upon application to fill empty space within the recess and at least partially around the portion of the blade disposed within the recess. The hardenable material is further configured to harden after application to secure the portion of the blade within the recess and fix the blade to the pipe splitting apparatus. 1. A pipe splitting apparatus comprising:a splitter body including a cable passage in a front end of the splitter body;a first plurality of splitter blades located at a first axial location along a length of the splitter body;a second plurality of splitter blades located at a second axial location along the length of the splitter body, wherein the second axial location is located behind the first axial location; andwherein the second plurality of splitter blades are each located angularly between splitter blades in the first plurality of splitter blades.2. The pipe splitting apparatus of claim 1 , wherein each blade in the first and second plurality of splitter blades is secured to the splitter body within a recess with a hardenable material disposed within the recess and at least partially around a portion of each blade disposed within a respective recess.3. The pipe splitting apparatus of claim 1 , further including a passage extending from a location on substantially an opposite side of the splitter body from each recess claim 1 , to a bottom surface of the recess claim 1 , the passage configured to allow access to a bottom surface of the blade claim 1 , when disposed within the recess claim 1 , to push the blade out of the recess.4. The pipe splitting apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the hardenable ...

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Номер записи: 20
01-05-2014 дата публикации

CORRUGATED TUBE CUTTING DEVICE AND MANUFACTURING METHOD OF CUT CORRUGATED TUBE

Номер: US20140116214A1
Автор: Shibayama Kouichi, Shinohara Masayoshi
Принадлежит: SUMITOMO WIRING SYSTEMS, LTD.

A purpose of the present invention is to provide a technology that allows corrugated tubes of various diameter sizes to be easily and reliably cut at a convex portion. In order to achieve the purpose, a cutting device is provided with a feeder feeding a corrugated tube such that an axial direction of the corrugated tube lies along a feeding path; a cutter cutting along a circumferential direction of the corrugated tube being fed along the feeding path; and an imager capturing an image of a planned cutting position of the corrugated tube. A controller performs image analysis of the captured image of the planned cutting position to determine whether the planned cutting position is a convex portion of the corrugated tube and, when a positive determination result is obtained, causes the cutter to cut the corrugated tube at the planned cutting position. 1. A corrugated tube cutting device comprising:a feeder feeding a corrugated tube such that an axial direction of the corrugated tube lies along a feeding path;a cutter cutting along a circumferential direction of the corrugated tube being fed along the feeding path;an imager capturing an image of a planned cutting position of the corrugated tube;a determiner performing image analysis of the captured image of the planned cutting position to determine whether the planned cutting position is a convex portion of the corrugated tube; anda cutting controller causing the cutter to cut the corrugated tube at the planned cutting position when the determiner determines that the planned cutting position is a convex portion of the corrugated tube.2. The corrugated tube cutting device according to claim 1 , whereinthe cutting controller causes the cutter to cut the corrugated tube at a position different from the planned cutting position when the determiner determines that the planned cutting position is not a convex portion of the corrugated tube.3. The corrugated tube cutting device according to comprising:a regulator provided with ...

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Номер записи: 21
11-02-2016 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR CUTTING TUBULAR PARTS SUBSEA

Номер: US20160039021A1
Автор: RAMFJORD Harald
Принадлежит: 1 DIAMOND LLC

An apparatus for cutting a tubular part includes a carrying body configured to receive an end of the tubular part. In addition, the apparatus includes a cutting assembly disposed in the carrying body. The cutting assembly includes a continuous ring configured to be rotated relative to the carrying body. Further, the apparatus includes a first cutting element pivotally attached to the continuation ring. The first cutting element includes a cutting edge configured to engage and cut the tubular part. Still further, the apparatus includes a first actuator coupled to the first cutting element and configured to pivot the first cutting element between a retracted position and a cutting position. The apparatus also includes at least one sensor configured to measure a position of the first cutting element and a force applied to the first cutting element. 119-. (canceled)20. An apparatus for cutting a tubular part extending down into a sea or ocean bed , below the seabed , wherein the apparatus includes:a carrying body configured to receive an end of the tubular part;a cutting assembly disposed in the carrying body, wherein said cutting assembly includes a continuous ring configured to be rotated relative to the carrying body;a first cutting element pivotally attached to the continuation ring at a first hinge joint, wherein the first cutting element includes a cutting edge configured to engage and cut the tubular part;a first actuator coupled to the first cutting element and configured to pivot the first cutting element about the first hinge joint between a retracted position and a cutting position towards the tubular part that is to be cut; andat least one sensor configured to measure a position of the first cutting element and a force applied to the first cutting element.21. The apparatus according to claim 20 , wherein the carrying body includes jetting nozzles configured to jet the carrying body downward into the seabed for cutting the tubular part at a level below the ...

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Номер записи: 22
07-02-2019 дата публикации

NOVEL METHOD FOR SYNCHRONOUS AND FIXED-LENGTH CUTTING-OFF OF CONTINUOUSLY-PROCESSED MATERIALS THROUGH MULTIPLE CUTTER HOLDERS ARRANGED IN SERIES

Номер: US20190039143A1
Автор: GAO Guowu
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A method for synchronous and specified-length cutting of continuously-formed materials by multiple lathes connected in series in production lines of continuously-formed materials, such as steel pipes and steel sections. A synchronous and specified-length cutting machine having multiple lathes connected in series is provided with two or more lathes that are separately equipped with a cutting tool. The lathes are installed in series on a rail parallel to a material and are driven by respective driver means to move back and forth according to a set procedure; in the case that the speed of the lathe is synchronous with that of the material, the cutting tool on the lathe cuts the material according to a specified length. The cutting machine can be adapted to high-speed production lines, allows a small minimum specified length, possesses cutting tools having a long service life, and achieves smooth cuts. 1. A method for synchronous and fixed-length cutting-off of continuously-processed material through multiple cutter holders arranged in series , comprises:installing in series multiple cutter holders on tracks parallel to the continuously-processed material, the multiple cutter holders are driven by their respective driving devices to move back and forth on the tracks;when the continuously-processed material sequentially enters into a cutting-off range of each of the multiple cutter holders with a preset length in a feeding direction, said each of the multiple cutter holders cuts off the continuously-processed material according to a set length upon that a moving speed of said each of the multiple cutter holders becomes the same as that of the continuously-processed material.2. According to the cutting-off method of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , said each of the multiple cutter holders is accelerated from a starting point to a state of having the same moving speed as the continuously-processed material.3. According to the cutting-off method of claim 2 , wherein claim 2 , ...

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Номер записи: 23
16-02-2017 дата публикации

CRASH RESISTANT TRIP FOR A PIPE MACHINING APPARATUS

Номер: US20170043417A1
Автор: Coakley Roy C.
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A pipe machining apparatus includes a frame, a tool support, an advancement device, and an advancement member. The tool support is coupled to and movable relative to the frame. The tool support is adapted to support a tool and move the tool in a direction toward a pipe at an increment. The advancement device includes an advancement projection fixedly attached to the frame. The advancement projection includes a contact-surface. The advancement member is coupled to the tool support. Upon the advancement member contacting the contact-surface of the advancement projection the advancement member is adapted to advance the tool towards the pipe at the increment. The contact-surface of the advancement projection is shaped to always be in a non-perpendicular contact position with the advancement member. 1. A pipe machining apparatus comprising:a frame;a tool support coupled to and movable relative to the frame, wherein the tool support is adapted to support a tool and move the tool in a direction toward a pipe at an increment;an advancement device comprising an advancement projection fixedly attached to the frame, the advancement projection comprising a contact-surface; andan advancement member coupled to the tool support, wherein upon the advancement member contacting the contact-surface of the advancement projection the advancement member is adapted to advance the tool towards the pipe at the increment, the contact-surface of the advancement projection shaped to always be in a non-perpendicular contact position with the advancement member.2. The pipe machining apparatus of wherein the advancement projection comprises a semi-circle.3. The pipe machining apparatus of wherein the contact-surface is linear.4. The pipe machining apparatus of wherein the advancement member comprises a star.5. The pipe machining apparatus of wherein the advancement projection comprises a semi-circle and the advancement member comprises a star.6. The pipe machining apparatus of comprising a ...

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Номер записи: 24
26-02-2015 дата публикации

TOOL BIT APPARATUS, SYSTEM, AND METHOD FOR CUTTING AN OBJECT

Номер: US20150053055A1
Автор: Schammel Sam, Wittenbraker Joel Kent
Принадлежит: Mactech, Inc.

A system, a method and a cutting apparatus may use a bit to cut an object. The apparatus may have a bit connected to a cutting block on a cutting apparatus. The cutting apparatus may rotate about the object while the bit may advance into the object to cut the object. The cutting apparatus may have another bit located opposite to the bit to bevel an edge of the object. The cutting system may reduce point loads and/or provide an equalized load. The cutting system may reduce tool pressures when cutting a pipe and may provide extended tool and/or bit life. 1. A bit apparatus comprising:a body having a first end and a second end wherein the second end is located opposite to the first end and further having a top side and a bottom side wherein the bottom side is located opposite to the top side and further having a first side and a second side wherein the second side is located opposite to the first side wherein the first side and the second side are substantially perpendicular to the top side and the bottom side and further wherein the body has a flank at the first end wherein the flank has a surface on the top side and further wherein the body has a shank at the second end wherein the shank extends from the top side to the bottom side and further extends from the first side to the second side; anda plurality of serrations formed in the flank extending from the first end to the shank.2. The apparatus of further comprising:a groove between the plurality of serrations.3. The apparatus of further comprising:a first portion of the flank and a second portion of the flank wherein the first portion defines a first angle from the top side at the first end wherein the plurality of serrations are formed in the first portion of the flank and extend within the first angle and further wherein the second portion of the flank defines a second angle wherein the plurality of serrations are formed in the second portion of the flank and extend within the second angle.4. The apparatus of ...

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Номер записи: 25
26-02-2015 дата публикации

BEARING ASSEMBLY FOR A PIPE MACHINING APPARATUS

Номер: US20150053060A1
Автор: Coakley Roy C.
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Pipe machining apparatuses and bearing assemblies are provided. In one aspect, a pipe machining apparatus includes a frame, a tool carrier, a first roller bearing and a second roller bearing. The tool carrier is coupled to and movable relative to the frame and defines a race therein. The first roller bearing includes a first shaft and a first roller rotatably coupled to the first shaft. The first roller is at least partially positioned in the race and is rotatable about a first roller bearing axis. The second roller bearing includes a second shaft and a second roller rotatably coupled to the second shaft. The second roller is at least partially positioned in the race and is rotatable about a second roller bearing axis. The first and second roller bearings are adjustable to move the first and second roller bearing axes relative to the frame. 1. A pipe machining apparatus comprising:a frame;a tool carrier coupled to and movable relative to the frame, the tool carrier defining a race therein; anda plurality of roller bearings, wherein each roller bearing includes a shaft and a roller rotatably coupled to the shaft, wherein each roller is at least partially positioned in the race and is rotatable about a roller bearing axis, and wherein the plurality of roller bearings are adjustable to move the roller bearing axes relative to the frame.2. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 1 , wherein each shaft includes an eccentric portion and the roller is coupled to the shaft about the eccentric portion claim 1 , and wherein rotation of the shafts of the plurality of roller bearings move the roller bearing axes relative to the frame.3. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the race includes an interior bearing surface and an exterior bearing surface claim 1 , the interior bearing surface includes a first indentation and the exterior bearing surface includes a second indentation.4. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the plurality of roller bearings ...

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Номер записи: 26
05-03-2015 дата публикации

COUPLING MEMBERS FOR PIPE MACHINING APPARATUSES

Номер: US20150059185A1
Автор: Coakley Roy C.
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Pipe machining apparatuses, coupling members, and methods of assembling pipe machining apparatuses are provided. In one aspect, a coupling member for coupling together a first section and a second section of a pipe machining apparatus includes a first housing member adapted to couple to the first section, a second housing member adapted to couple to the second section, an arm movably coupled to the first housing member, and an engagement member coupled to the arm. The arm is adapted to move between a coupled condition, in which the engagement member engages the second housing member, and an uncoupled condition, in which the engagement member does not engage the second housing member. 1. A pipe machining apparatus comprising:a first section including a first portion of a frame and a first portion of a tool carrier;a second section including a second portion of the frame and a second portion of the tool carrier, wherein the first section and the second section are adapted to be coupled together around a pipe, and, with the first and second sections coupled together, the frame is fixed relative to the pipe and the tool carrier is adapted to move relative to the frame and the pipe, and wherein the apparatus has a profile defined by an interior diameter of the frame and an exterior diameter of the frame; anda coupling member adapted to couple the first section and the second section together, wherein the coupling member is moveable between a coupled condition, in which the coupling member couples the first section and the second section together, and an uncoupled condition, in which the coupling member does not couple the first section and the second section together, and wherein the coupling member remains within the profile of the apparatus in both the coupled condition and the uncoupled condition.2. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the coupling member includes a moveable arm claim 1 , wherein the arm remains within the profile of the apparatus in both ...

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Номер записи: 27
03-03-2016 дата публикации

PIPE CUTTING KNIFE

Номер: US20160059327A1
Автор: Han Guangming
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The present patent application discloses a pipe cutter, comprises a left housing, a right housing, a blade, small handle, a rotary shaft and a reset mechanism; the left housing and the right housing are fixed together; the blade is rotatable located between the left housing and the right housing; the rotary shaft pass through the left housing and the blade and is fixed with the right housing; the small handle is provided with a blade feeding apparatus and a blade locking apparatus, the blade feeding apparatus is used for controlling the rotation of the blade, the blade locking apparatus is used for fixing the position of the blade; the small handle is mounted on one side of the left housing and the right housing, the small handle is hinged with the left housing and the right housing through blade locking apparatus; the blade is provided with tooth grooves and hook portion, the hook portion is mounted on the left side of the tooth grooves and adjacent to the tooth grooves . By cooperation of the using of the blade feeding apparatus and the blade locking apparatus, the operator can cut the plastic pipe with less effort. Meanwhile, the blade locking apparatus ensures the blade will not rebound and improves the effectiveness of pipe cutting. The blade replacement is also convenient. 19-. (canceled)10. A pipe cutter , comprising:a left housing;a right housing;a blade;a handle;a rotary shaft; anda reset mechanism configured to reset the blade;wherein the left housing and the right housing are fixed together; the blade is rotatable located between the left housing and the right housing;wherein the blade is provided with a plurality of tooth grooves and a hook portion, the reset mechanism is located in the right housing; the reset mechanism extends along with a rotation of blade, when the blade retracts, the blade reset under the effect of the reset mechanism;wherein the reset mechanism comprises a tension spring and a pulley, the tension spring is attached to a groove of ...

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Номер записи: 28
01-03-2018 дата публикации

SYSTEMS, APPARATUSES AND METHODS OF MACHINING PIPES AND/OR PIPE FLANGES

Номер: US20180056408A1
Автор: Coakley Roy C.
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In one example, a pipe machining apparatus is provided and includes a frame, a tool carrier coupled to and rotatable relative to the frame, a first machining apparatus including a first tool support and a first tool supported by the first tool support and a second machining apparatus including a bridge member, a second tool support supported by the bridge member, and a second tool supported by the second tool support. The first tool is configured to perform a first machining operation and the second tool is configured to perform a second machining operation different than the first machining operation. The first machining apparatus and the second machining apparatus are interchangeably couplable to and rotatable with the tool carrier. 1. A pipe machining apparatus comprising:a frame;a tool carrier coupled to and rotatable relative to the frame;a first machining apparatus including a first tool support and a first tool supported by the first tool support, wherein the first tool is configured to perform a first machining operation; anda second machining apparatus including a bridge member, a second tool support supported by the bridge member, and a second tool supported by the second tool support, wherein the second tool is configured to perform a second machining operation different than the first machining operation;wherein the first machining apparatus and the second machining apparatus are interchangeably couplable to and rotatable with the tool carrier.2. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first machining operation includes at least one of facing a flange of a pipe and cutting through a pipe claim 1 , and wherein the second machining operation includes at least one of facing a flange of the pipe and cutting a groove in a flange of the pipe.3. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the second tool is configured to perform a third machining operation different than the first and second machining operations.4. The pipe machining ...

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Номер записи: 29
04-03-2021 дата публикации

TUBE CUTTER

Номер: US20210060670A1
Автор: CHEN SHIH-YANG, CHEN YAO-WEN
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A tube cutter includes a handle, a carrier, a circular knife, a knob, a threaded rod and a spring. The handle includes an aperture. The carrier is movably connected to the handle, and includes a screw hole. The circular knife is supported on the carrier. The knob is rotationally connected to the handle and includes a non-circular recess. The threaded rod includes a threaded section inserted in the screw hole, a shank inserted in the aperture, and a non-circular head inserted in the non-circular recess. The spring is compressed between the handle and the non-circular head to render the threaded rod smoothly movable relative to the handle. 1. A tube cutter comprising:a handle comprising an aperture;a carrier formed with a screw hole and movably connected to the handle;a circular knife supported on the carrier;a knob formed with a non-circular recess and rotationally connected to the handle;a threaded rod comprising a threaded section inserted in the screw hole, a shank inserted in the aperture, and a non-circular head inserted in the non-circular recess to prevent the non-circular head from rotating in the non-circular recess but allow the non-circular head to translate in the non-circular recess; anda spring compressed between the handle and the non-circular head to render the threaded rod smoothly movable relative to the handle.2. The tube cutter according to claim 1 , wherein the handle comprises a protuberance claim 1 , wherein the aperture is made in the protuberance claim 1 , wherein the knob comprises a circular bore for receiving the protuberance to rotationally connect the knob to the handle claim 1 , wherein the spring is compressed between the protuberance and the non-circular head.3. The tube cutter according to claim 2 , comprising a pin claim 2 , wherein the knob comprises at least one orifice for receiving at least one section of the pin and the protuberance comprises an annular groove for receiving another section of the pin to keep the knob on the ...

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Номер записи: 30
28-02-2019 дата публикации

Tubing Cutter

Номер: US20190061193A1
Автор: Fan Chen Jian, Hyma Steven W., Naiva Matthew W.
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A cutter, such as a tubing cutter or a swing cutter. The cutter may include a cutting wheel; a roller; a housing assembly including a first housing portion supporting the cutting wheel and a second housing portion supporting the roller; a shaft connecting the housing portions, rotation of the shaft causing relative movement of the housing portions along a shaft axis; and a knob connected to the shaft and engageable by a user to rotate the shaft, the knob having, in a plane perpendicular to the shaft axis, a non-symmetrical shape defined by opposite circular sector portions and opposite lever portions, each lever portion being engageable by a user to apply a force to the knob in a direction of rotation. The cutter may include a shaft with a radial shoulder preventing movement of the shaft from the cavity through an opening in the housing portion. 1. A cutter , comprising: a first housing defining a threaded cavity; and', 'a second housing defining a wall surrounding an opening;, 'a housing assembly coupled to a cutting wheel and a roller, comprisinga shaft coupling with the threaded cavity of the first housing and passing through the opening in the wall of the second housing, wherein rotation of the shaft causes movement of the first housing relative to the second housing along the shaft axis to increase and decrease a distance between the cutting wheel and the roller, the shaft including an expanded section located on the shaft, the expanded section having a width greater than a width of the opening such that expanded section prevents the shaft from moving out of the opening; anda knob coupled to the shaft outside the housing assembly.2. The cutter of claim 1 , wherein the knob is coupled to the shaft with a pin passing radially through the knob and the shaft.3. The cutter of claim 1 , wherein the knob is coupled to the shaft with a screw that is coaxial to the axis of the shaft.4. The cutter of claim 1 , wherein the knob couples to the shaft with a press fit on a ...

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Номер записи: 31
12-03-2015 дата публикации

Continuous Rod Cutting System

Номер: US20150068373A1
Автор: Armitage Tiffany
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The continuous rod cutting system has a base; a rod path; a shear cutting unit mounted to the base and having a cutting jaw operable to cut across the rod path; and two pinch roller units mounted to the base, each on a respective side of the cutting jaw, each having at least one corresponding pair of rollers aligned with the rod path, on opposite sides of the rod path. The rollers being movable relative one another of the corresponding pair, into and out of engagement with the rod path, and each pair of rollers being selectively operable into cooperating opposed rotation in both directions, independently of said relative movement operability, for moving a rod engaged therebetween in a corresponding direction along the rod path and stopping and holding the rod for subsequent cutting by the shear cutting unit. 1. A reversible continuous rod cutting system comprising:a base;a rod path;a shear cutting unit mounted to the base and having a cutting jaw operable to cut across the rod path; andtwo pinch roller units mounted to the base, each on a respective side of the cutting jaw, each having at least one corresponding pair of rollers, the rollers of each pair being aligned with the rod path, on opposite sides of the rod path, each pair of rollers being operable to move a first one of the rollers relative a second one of the rollers into and out from engagement with the rod path, and each pair of rollers being selectively operable into cooperating opposed rotation in both directions, independently of said relative movement operability, for moving a rod engaged therebetween in a corresponding direction along the rod path and stopping and holding the rod for subsequent cutting by the shear cutting unit.2. The system of wherein the rod path extends in a horizontal orientation and the rollers each have an axis oriented horizontally claim 1 , perpendicular to the orientation of the rod path claim 1 , when in engagement with the rod path.3. The system of wherein the shear ...

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Номер записи: 32
12-03-2015 дата публикации

PRODUCTION METHOD AND PRODUCTION FACILITY OF METAL PIPE

Номер: US20150068650A1
Автор: Hanada Takuya, OTSUKA Shunichi, Sakiyama Masami, Shima Tsutomu, UCHIDA Kazuhiro
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A production method of a metal pipe which can suppress quenching defects is provided. In the production method of a metal pipe according an embodiment of the present invention bend of the metal pipe is straightened by a straightening machine . Next, both pipe end portions of the metal pipe whose bend has been straightened are cut off by a pipe cutting apparatus . Next, a plurality of the metal pipes whose both pipe end portions have been cut off are aligned in the axial direction thereof to be conveyed to a quenching apparatus , and the metal pipes are quenched by being cooled after being heated by induction heating. 1. A production method of a metal pipe , comprising the steps of:straightening bend of the metal pipe by a straightening machine;cutting off both pipe end portions of the metal pipe whose bend has been straightened; andconveying a plurality of the metal pipes whose both pipe end portions have been cut off, to a quenching apparatus, and quenching the metal pipes by cooling after heating by induction heating the metal pipes in the quenching apparatus.2. The production method according to claim 1 , whereinthe quenching apparatus comprises:an induction heating coil disposed at an entrance side of the quenching apparatus; anda cooling apparatus cooling the metal pipe by using a coolant, the cooling apparatus being disposed at an exit side of the quenching apparatus, whereinin the step of quenching, metal pipes aligned fore and aft are conveyed with pipe ends thereof being abutted to each other in the quenching apparatus.3. The production method according to claim 1 , whereina production facility used for the production method comprises:the straightening machine;the quenching apparatus;a conveyor conveying the metal pipe whose bend has been straightened toward the quenching apparatus, the conveyor being disposed between the straightening machine and the quenching apparatus; anda pipe cutting apparatus cutting off both pipe end portions of the metal pipe whose ...

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Номер записи: 33
10-03-2016 дата публикации

PLASTIC TUBE FITTING REMOVAL TOOL

Номер: US20160067798A1
Автор: Nixon Ed
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A hand-held cutting tool to remove a metal fitting ring from the outside surface of plastic tubing. The fitting removal tool comprises a first handle, a second handle, a bridge member, and a cutting blade. The first handle is pivotally connected to a first end of the bridge member by a pivot. The second handle is securely connected to a second end of the bridge member in fixed relation to the bridge member. The bridge member comprises a seat for snugly receiving the outer diameter of the metal fitting ring. The first handle comprises a hand gripping area and a cutting blade positioned between the hand gripping area and the pivot. The cutting blade is configured to make an off center cut in the metal fitting ring such that the underlying plastic tubing is not damaged in the cutting process. 1. A hand-held tool for removing a circular metal fitting ring or clamp ring from the outside surface of plastic tubing , said tool comprising:a first handle and a second handle, the first handle comprising a cutting blade having a tip; anda bridge member having a first end, a second end, and a seat, the seat having a concave surface in the shape of a circular arc with a radius approximately the same size as the radius of the circular metal fitting ring, the concave surface facing a direction between the first handle and the second handle;wherein the first handle is rotatably connected by a pivot to the first end of the bridge member, the second handle is securely connected in fixed relation to the second end of the bridge member, and the cutting blade is oriented to make an off center cut in the metal fitting ring when the metal fitting ring is placed in the seat and the first handle is depressed toward the second handle; andwherein the cutting blade is configured to make the off center cut in the metal fitting ring at a location between the plastic tubing and the pivot.2. The tool in claim 1 , wherein the plastic tubing has a longitudinal axis and the cutting blade is further ...

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Номер записи: 34
11-03-2021 дата публикации

PIPE CUTTER

Номер: US20210069805A1
Автор: Chandler Carl N., Gregorich Brent N., Scott Zachary P.
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A cutting tool includes a housing, a motor positioned within the housing, a pipe holder formed in the housing, a blade pivotally coupled respective to the pipe holder at a pivot point for movement relative to the pipe holder during a cutting motion, a drive mechanism including a first gear, and a quick-change mechanism rotationally coupling the blade to the first gear. The quick-change mechanism is operable to selectively de-couple the blade from the first gear to remove the blade for replacement. 1. A cutting tool comprising:a housing;a motor positioned within the housing;a pipe holder formed in the housing;a blade pivotally coupled respective to the pipe holder at a pivot point for movement relative to the pipe holder during a cutting motion;a drive mechanism including a first gear; anda quick-change mechanism rotationally coupling the blade to the first gear, the quick-change mechanism being operable to selectively de-couple the blade from the first gear to remove the blade for replacement.2. The cutting tool of claim 1 , wherein the quick-change mechanism includes:a latch axially movable relative to the housing; anda spring biasing the latch toward the blade.3. The cutting tool of claim 2 , wherein the spring biases the latch toward a first position coinciding with a locked configuration of the blade claim 2 , and wherein the latch is movable against the bias of the spring toward a second position coinciding with an unlocked configuration of the blade.4. The cutting tool of claim 3 , wherein in the locked configuration claim 3 , the blade is coupled to the first gear for co-rotation therewith claim 3 , and in the unlocked configuration claim 3 , the blade is removable from the first gear.5. The cutting tool of claim 3 , wherein the latch is coaxial with a pivot axis of the first gear.6. The cutting tool of claim 5 , wherein the quick-change mechanism includes a spindle supporting the first gear for rotation relative to the housing claim 5 , and wherein the latch ...

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Номер записи: 35
05-06-2014 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR MACHINING A TUBULAR PIECE

Номер: US20140150266A1
Автор: Makkonen Seppo Antero, Priha Mika Petteri
Принадлежит: EXACT TOOLS OY

An apparatus for machining a tubular piece, wherein the apparatus includes a frame element, support rollers, which are associated with the frame element, support a workpiece and rotate the same around its longitudinal axis. In addition, the frame element is provided with a machining unit adapted to be movable towards and away from the workpiece. The machining unit includes a tool member, such as for example a cutting tool, as well as support wheels adapted to bear against a workpiece. The machining unit is arranged to link up with the frame element through the use of an auxiliary frame element adapted to clamp itself thereto at not less than two support points, for example through the use of a self wedging assembly implemented with an indentation. 116-. (canceled)17. An apparatus for machining , for example cutting , a tubular piece , wherein the apparatus comprises a frame element , support rollers , which are associated with the frame element , support a workpiece and rotate the same around its longitudinal axis , and a machining unit adapted to be movable towards the workpiece , wherein the machining unit comprises support wheels adapted to bear against the workpiece , wherein the machining unit is arranged to link up with the frame element through the use of an auxiliary frame element adapted to clamp itself thereto at not less than two different distances.18. An apparatus according to claim 17 , wherein the machining unit comprises at least one tool member claim 17 , for example a cutting tool.19. An apparatus according to claim 17 , wherein the machining unit links up with said auxiliary frame element by way of guides and is adapted to be movable relative to the auxiliary frame element and towards or away from the support rollers by means of an adjustment element in a substantially stepless/continuous manner.20. An apparatus according to claim 17 , wherein the support wheels are adapted to be movable essentially towards or away from the support rollers ...

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Номер записи: 36
24-03-2022 дата публикации

TUBE NOTCHING DEVICES

Номер: US20220088688A1
Автор: Gambino Joseph
Принадлежит:

A tube notching device for forming a notch in a tubular workpiece. The tube notching device includes a support frame, a vise, a positioning assembly, a cutting assembly, and a cutting mechanism. The vise is mounted to the support frame and secures the tubular workpiece in a desired support position. The positioning assembly is pivotally mounted to the support frame. The cutting assembly is pivotally mounted to the positioning assembly. The cutting mechanism is mounted to the cutting assembly and configured to form a notch in the tubular workpiece. The positioning assembly and the cutting assembly cooperate to position the cutting mechanism in a desired notching position relative to the tubular workpiece supported in the vise in the desired support position. The cutting mechanism operates to form a desired notch in the tubular workpiece when the cutting mechanism is in the desired notching position. 1. A tube notching device for forming a notch in a tubular workpiece , comprising:a support frame;a vise mounted to the support frame and configured to selectively secure the tubular workpiece in a desired support position;a positioning assembly pivotally mounted to the support frame;a cutting assembly pivotally mounted to the positioning assembly;a cutting mechanism mounted to the cutting assembly, the cutting mechanism configured to form a notch in the tubular workpiece;wherein the positioning assembly and the cutting assembly cooperate to position the cutting mechanism in a desired notching position relative to the tubular workpiece supported in the vise in the desired support position;wherein the cutting mechanism operates to form a desired notch in the tubular workpiece when the cutting mechanism is in the desired notching position and the tubular workpiece is in the desired support position.2. The tube notching device of claim 1 , wherein the positioning assembly includes:a first pivot pivotally coupling the positioning assembly to the support frame; anda second ...

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Номер записи: 37
24-03-2022 дата публикации

CUTTER FOR CUTTING TUBULAR PARTS

Номер: US20220088689A1
Автор: FANG Zhiping, WU Duan, WU Kuo, YANG Xinwen, Zhou Qi
Принадлежит:

A powered cutting tool for cutting tubular or cylindrical workpieces such as pipe is described. The cutting tool includes a base, an electric motor, a collection of rollers, a frame, a feedscrew, an auto cut wheel system, and a handle for rotating the feedscrew and adjusting the position of the auto cut wheel system relative to the rollers. In certain versions, the cutting tool includes torque-limiting provisions, to limit the amount of torque applied to the feedscrew. In certain versions, the cutting tool includes rollers and press wheels featuring non-metal outer surfaces. 1. A powered cutting tool comprising:a base;an electric motor;a plurality of rollers rotatably supported on the base, at least one of which is rotatably powered by the motor;a frame extending from the base, the frame defining a threaded receiving region;a feedscrew defining a first end and a second end, the feedscrew including a threaded region extending at least partially between the first end and the second end, the threaded region of the feedscrew threadedly engaged with the threaded receiving region of the frame;a handle engaged at the first end of the feedscrew.2. The powered cutting tool of further comprising:an auto cut wheel system engaged at the second end of the feedscrew;wherein upon rotation of the handle and the feedscrew, the distance between the auto cut wheel system and the plurality of rollers is selectively adjusted.3. The powered cutting tool of wherein the auto cut wheel system includes:at least one cutting wheel and axle assembly;a feed spring defining a first end and a second end;a carriage disposed between the axle assembly and the first end of the feed spring;wherein the second end of the feed spring is engaged with the second end of the feedscrew.4. The powered cutting tool of further comprising:a latch assembly, the latch assembly including a base secured to the frame, and a selectively positionable member movably mounted with the base, the member defining an engagement ...

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Номер записи: 38
21-03-2019 дата публикации

Tube Cutter with Automatically Feeding Function and with Enhanced Torque

Номер: US20190084172A1
Автор: Yu-Zhu Liao
Принадлежит: LIAO Ching-Hua

A tube cutter includes a main body, a holder slidably mounted on the main body, a guide bolt rotatably mounted on the main body and locked onto a lower portion of the holder to drive and move the holder forward or backward by rotation of the guide bolt, and a driving handle removably mounted on the guide bolt to drive and rotate the guide bolt, and to enhance the torque of the tube cutter.

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Номер записи: 39
05-05-2022 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR THE ORBITAL CUTTING AND CALIBRATION OF TUBES

Номер: US20220134403A1
Автор: VALSECCHI Cristian
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An apparatus for the orbital cutting and calibration of tubes is provided. The apparatus has a rotor having a central hole through which a tube to be cut is movable along its longitudinal axis, the rotor being drivable to rotate about a first axis of rotation coinciding in use with the longitudinal axis of the tube that is supplied to the apparatus. The apparatus has a cutting device having a first support body mounted radially movable on the rotor and a cutting tool carried by the first support body, and a calibration device having a second support body mounted to be radially movable on the rotor and a calibration tool carried by the second support body.

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Номер записи: 40
05-05-2022 дата публикации

Cutter and Kit

Номер: US20220134451A1
Автор: Hyma Steven W., Naiva Matthew W., Rose Derek
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A cutter and a kit. The cutter, such as a close quarters cutter, is operable to cut a work piece extending along an axis and includes a cutting wheel, a roller, and a housing assembly supporting the cutting wheel and the roller for movement about the axis in a cutting direction to cut the work piece. The housing assembly has a generally cylindrical outer surface engageable by a user to pivot the cutter about the axis. A grip portion is provided on the outer surface and includes a plurality of grip members. Each grip member includes, relative to the cutting direction, a trailing surface and a leading surface extending from the outer surface. The leading surface may be angled toward the cutting direction.

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Номер записи: 41
05-05-2022 дата публикации

POWER TOOL ACCESSORIES FOR CUTTING TUBULAR MEMBERS

Номер: US20220134526A1
Автор: JR. Thomas R., Kaye, Wyrwas Melissa
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A power tool accessory for cutting tubular members includes a housing, an input shaft configured to be coupled to a rotary power tool, a transmission, and a cutting head removably received in a front end of the housing. The transmission includes an input gear and an output gear with a first plurality of teeth. The cutting head has a central opening, a cutting blade protruding into the central opening, and a second plurality of teeth engaged by the first plurality of teeth. A clamp assembly coupled to the housing is moveable between a first position where the cutting head is removable from the housing and a second position where the cutting head is retained in the housing. The cutting head receives a tubular member in the central opening with the cutting blade engaging the tubular member to cut the tubular member as the cutting head rotates about the tubular member.

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Номер записи: 42
26-06-2014 дата публикации

PIPE CUTTER

Номер: US20140173907A1
Автор: Naughton Michael, Scott John S.
Принадлежит: MILWAUKEE ELECTRIC TOOL CORPORATION

A power tool includes a housing assembly, a motor, a pipe holder, and a knife pivotally coupled to the pipe holder at a pivot point for movement relative to the pipe holder. The knife is operable to pivot through an angle toward the pipe holder during a cutting motion and is operable to pivot through the angle away from the pipe holder during a return motion. The power tool also includes a drive mechanism having a first gear coupled to the motor and a second gear coupled to the knife. The power tool further includes a release mechanism coupled to the drive mechanism. The release mechanism is operable to selectively disconnect the second gear from the knife so that movement of the motor is not transmitted to the knife and the knife is movable through the angle away from the pipe holder. 1. A power tool comprising:a housing assembly;a motor positioned within the housing assembly;a pipe holder coupled to the housing assembly;a knife pivotally coupled to the pipe holder at a pivot point for movement relative to the pipe holder, the knife operable to pivot through an angle toward the pipe holder during a cutting motion and operable to pivot through the angle away from the pipe holder during a return motion;a drive mechanism including a first gear coupled to the motor and a second gear coupled to the knife, the first gear being driven by the motor, the second gear engaging the first gear to drive the knife during the cutting motion; anda release mechanism coupled to the drive mechanism, the release mechanism operable to selectively disconnect the second gear from the knife so that movement of the motor is not transmitted to the knife and the knife is movable through the angle away from the pipe holder.2. The power tool of claim 1 , wherein the pipe holder and knife define a slot configured to receive a pipe.3. The power tool of claim 2 , wherein the pivot point is located adjacent the housing assembly claim 2 , and wherein the slot includes an open end opposite from the ...

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Номер записи: 43
26-06-2014 дата публикации

Tube cutting device and method of using the same

Номер: US20140174269A1
Автор: John A. LOCHEN, Nels J. EBBESEN, Robert R. CRADER, Steven M. GROSVOLD, Steven M. OIEN
Принадлежит: Trane International Inc

A tube cutting device includes a tube holding member that holds a target tube from an inside of the target tube, allowing the target tube to be cut from an outside; and a cutter carrier member that includes a cutter eccentrically pivotable relative to the geometry axis of an elongate body of the cutter carrier member, such that when in a non-extended position, the cutter is positioned within a diameter of the elongate body, and when in an extended position, the cutter extends outwardly and cuts into a wall of the target tube.

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Номер записи: 44
16-04-2015 дата публикации

BEAM WITH VARIED BENDING MOMENT, APPARATUS, AND METHOD

Номер: US20150102613A1
Автор: Johnson Thomas J., Malkowski Brian E., Oxley Brian P.
Принадлежит: SHAPE CORP.

A structural beam includes a reinforcement beam having a length and mounts at ends of the beam and cross sectional shapes at various locations along the length, including a first cross sectional shape near ends of the beam providing a first bending moment and a second cross sectional shape at a center of the beam providing a second bending moment different than the first bending moment, and further including intermediate cross sectional shapes between the ends and center having intermediate bending moments between the first and second bending moments. The cross sections may define open C-shapes or may include a tubular shape. 1. A bumper reinforcement beam comprising:a beam having a length and mounts at ends of the beam, the beam having transverse cross sectional shapes at various locations along the length, including a first cross sectional shape near ends of the beam providing a first bending moment and a second cross sectional shape at a center of the beam providing a second bending moment different than the first bending moment, and further including intermediate cross sectional shapes between the ends and center having intermediate bending moments between the first and second bending moments, the second cross sectional shape having an identical profile to a portion of the first cross sectional shape.2. The bumper reinforcement beam defined in claim 1 , wherein the first cross sectional shape defines an open channel claim 1 , and wherein the second cross sectional shape includes at least one tube.3. The bumper reinforcement cement beam defined in claim 1 , wherein the first cross sectional shape defines a C shape claim 1 , and wherein the second cross sectional shape defines a B shape.4. The bumper reinforcement beam defined in claim 1 , wherein the first cross sectional shape includes at least one first C-shape section claim 1 , and wherein the second cross sectional shape defines at least one second C-shape section claim 1 , the first and second C-shape ...

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Номер записи: 45
14-04-2016 дата публикации

Dies for threaded rod cutting machine

Номер: US20160101477A1
Автор: James R. Parks, Richard J. Heavel
Принадлежит: Black and Decker Inc

A pair of dies may be coupled to a machine for cutting threaded rods. The machine has a pair of arms each configured to hold one die. At least one arm is moveable relative to the other arm to cause the dies to shear a threaded rod. Each die includes a body having a front face, a rear face, a side face extending between the front face and the rear face, a cutting edge at a junction between the side face and the front face, and a threaded arcuate recess in the side face, configured to receive a threaded rod to be cut. The dies may be substantially identical so the dies can be reversibly attached in either of the arms. The threads of the arcuate recesses may form a continuous helical path about a threaded rod when the dies are closed around the threaded rod.

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Номер записи: 46
20-04-2017 дата публикации

CORRUGATED TUBE CUTTING DEVICE AND MANUFACTURING METHOD OF CUT CORRUGATED TUBE

Номер: US20170106552A1
Автор: Shibayama Kouichi, Shinohara Masayoshi
Принадлежит: SUMITOMO WIRING SYSTEMS, LTD.

A purpose of the present invention is to provide a technology that allows corrugated tubes of various diameter sizes to be easily and reliably cut at a convex portion. In order to achieve the purpose, a cutting device is provided with a feeder feeding a corrugated tube such that an axial direction of the corrugated tube lies along a feeding path; a cutter cutting along a circumferential direction of the corrugated tube being fed along the feeding path; and an imager capturing an image of a planned cutting position of the corrugated tube. A controller performs image analysis of the captured image of the planned cutting position to determine whether the planned cutting position is a convex portion of the corrugated tube and, when a positive determination result is obtained, causes the cutter to cut the corrugated tube at the planned cutting position. 1. A manufacturing method of a cut corrugated tube , comprising:(a) a step of determining whether a planned cutting position is a convex portion of a corrugated tube by capturing an image of the planned cutting position of the corrugated tube and performing image analysis of the obtained captured image; and(b) a step of cutting the corrugated tube at the planned cutting position when the planned cutting position is determined to be a convex portion of the corrugated tube in the step (a).2. The manufacturing method of a cut corrugated tube according to claim 1 , comprising:(c) a step of cutting the corrugated tube at a position that is distanced from the planned cutting position by a determined distance along an axial direction of the corrugated tube when it is determined that the planned cutting position is not a convex portion of the corrugated tube in the step (a).3. The manufacturing method of a cut corrugated tube according to claim 1 , comprising:(d) a step of defining a position that is distanced from the planned cutting position by a determined distance along the axial direction of the corrugated tube as a new ...

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Номер записи: 47
10-07-2014 дата публикации

Pipe machining apparatuses and methods of operating the same

Номер: US20140190321A1
Автор: Kenneth R. Pierce, Michael W. GEARHART
Принадлежит: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC

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.

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Номер записи: 48
28-04-2016 дата публикации

Pipe cutting apparatus

Номер: US20160114414A1
Автор: Benjamin Roland Walter Fermor Shepherd
Принадлежит: Benjamin Roland Walter Fermor Shepherd, Peta Anne Shepherd

A pipe cutting apparatus ( 10 ), especially for cutting or machining a plastics, resin or soft-metallic pipe ( 20 ), comprises a frame ( 30 a, 30 b; 32 a, 32 b ) for receiving the pipe ( 20 ) to be cut, and cutting means ( 102 ) rotatable by externally powered drive means ( 60 ) with respect to the pipe ( 20 ) to perform a cut, wherein the cutting means ( 102 ) comprises a cutting tool ( 102 ) carried on a pivotally mounted tool holder ( 100 ) and biased into cutting relationship with the outer surface of the pipe ( 20 ) by biasing means such as a coil spring ( 104 ). The tool holder ( 100 ) on which the cutting tool ( 102 ) is mounted preferably further comprises means ( 106 ) for limiting the maximum depth of a single given cut able to be performed in a single pass by the cutting tool ( 102 ) as it is rotated with respect to the pipe ( 20 ) held in the frame, as well as limiting means ( 108 ) for defining the maximum depth of a plurality of cuts able to be performed by that plurality of cuts of the cutting tool ( 102 ) as it is rotated through that plurality of cutting revolutions with respect to the pipe ( 20 ) held in the frame. Examples of pipe cutting or machining operations the apparatus may be used for include: complete cutting-through of the pipe wall, eg. by a transverse cut; partial cutting-through of an outer surface or wall of the pipe; stripping of one or more outer layers from the outer surface of the pipe, to allow the pipe to be joined to another by butt-fusion; removal of irregularities from the outer surface of the pipe, for providing a cut end of the pipe with a clean, smooth outer surface of substantially uniform diameter to allow the pipe to be joined to another by electro-fusion; bevelling, chamfering or other shaping of the edge(s) of a cut pipe end, mouth or lip.

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Номер записи: 49
25-08-2022 дата публикации

Fluid-tight separating closure

Номер: US20220266360A1
Автор: Dietmar Weger, Jan Neuhaus, Lars BÖTTCHER, Michael Zumbrum
Принадлежит: Sartorius Stedim North America Inc

Method for the forming of a fluid-tight separating closure of a conduit (1) involving the following steps:providing of a conduit (1) with a sleeve (2),positioning of the conduit (1) with the sleeve (2) between a die (3) and a stamp (4),compressing of the sleeve (2) by a relative movement between the die (3) and the stamp (4) in order to form a closure (5);severing of the closure (5) in a compressed region (6) by a severing tool (7) such that a contact line (8) between the severing tool (7) and the sleeve (2) during severing is shorter than an obtained severing edge (9) of the sleeve (2).

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Номер записи: 50
02-05-2019 дата публикации

Pipe Facing Machine System

Номер: US20190126367A1
Автор: FEROZEPURWALLA Ashkan, GEISZLER Jason, SLATTERY Kevin, TRIPP Justin
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A pipe facing machine (PFM) system includes a PFM and a hydraulic power source having a single hydraulic pump arranged to provide a hydraulic oil flow to the PFM via single hydraulic circuit. The PFM includes a body defining an axis and a cutting head arranged to rotate and translate relative to the axis. Drive systems are arranged to drive clamping of the PFM on a workpiece, rotation of the cutting head about the axis, and translation of the cutting head along the axis. A hydraulic controller includes a plurality of control elements and hydraulically connects the drive systems. The hydraulic controller is arranged to direct and regulate hydraulic oil flow between the drive systems and the hydraulic controller based on signals from the control elements and a computer control system. 1. A pipe facing machine system comprising: a body defining an axis;', 'a cutting head mounted on the body and arranged to rotate and translate relative to the axis;', 'a plurality of drive systems comprising a clamping drive system arranged to drive clamping of the pipe facing machine on the workpiece, a rotary drive system arranged to drive rotation of the cutting head about the axis, and a linear drive system arranged to drive translation of the cutting head along the axis;', 'a hydraulic controller including a plurality of control elements and hydraulically connecting the drive systems; and', 'a computer control system operably coupled to the hydraulic controller, wherein the hydraulic controller is arranged to direct and regulate hydraulic oil flow between the drive systems and the hydraulic controller based on signals from the control elements and the computer control system; and, 'a pipe facing machine includinga hydraulic power source having a single hydraulic pump arranged to supply a hydraulic oil flow to the hydraulic controller via a single hydraulic circuit connecting the hydraulic power source and the hydraulic controller.2. The pipe facing machine system of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 51
19-05-2016 дата публикации

PIPE MACHINING APPARATUSES AND METHODS OF OPERATING THE SAME

Номер: US20160136741A1
Автор: Gearhart Michael W., Pierce Kenneth R.
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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. 1. A support member for a pipe machining apparatus , the support member comprising:a coupling member adapted to engage and couple the support member to the pipe machining apparatus;a body coupled to and extending from the coupling member; anda pad coupled to the body and adapted to engage a surface upon which to support the pipe machining apparatus.2. The support member of claim 1 , wherein the coupling member includes a resilient member adapted to engage the pipe machining apparatus.3. The support member of claim 2 , wherein a recess is defined in an exterior surface of the coupling member and the recess encircles an entire circumference of the coupling member claim 2 , and wherein the resilient member is an O-ring and the O-ring is at least partially positioned in the recess.4. The support member of claim 1 , further comprising an adjustable member adapted to adjust a length of the support member.5. The support member of claim 4 , wherein the adjustable member is coupled between the pad and the body.6. The support member of claim 5 , wherein the body includes threads and the adjustable member includes threads that are complementary and threadably coupled to the threads of the body claim 5 , wherein the adjustable member is rotatable relative to the body to thread the adjustable member toward or away from the body to adjust a length of the support member.7. The support member of claim 1 , wherein the body defines a cavity therein and the coupling member defines an aperture there through in fluid communication with the ...

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Номер записи: 52
17-05-2018 дата публикации

CUTTING TOOLS FOR PIPE CUTTING FRAMES

Номер: US20180133814A1
Автор: Gearhart Michael W., Pierce Kenneth R.
Принадлежит:

Cutting tools for pipe cutting frames are disclosed. Example split frame pipe cutting tools include a frame and a slide tool configured to position a cutting edge in contact with the workpiece, the slide tool comprising: a radial advancement mechanism configured to provide radial advancement of the cutting edge based on circumferential advancement of the slide tool by the frame; and an axial guide rail; a recirculating bearing carriage configured to slide in an axial direction along the axial guide rail and to couple the cutting edge to the axial guide rail; an axial advancement mechanism configured to advance the cutting edge in the axial direction with respect to the workpiece by translating radial advancement by the radial advancement mechanism to axial advancement based on a cutting template coupled to the radial advancement mechanism. 1. A split frame pipe cutting tool , comprising:a tool carrier comprising a plurality of sections, configured to encircle a workpiece when the sections are connected, and configured to provide circumferential advancement around the workpiece; and a radial advancement mechanism configured to provide radial advancement of the cutting edge based on circumferential advancement of the slide tool by the tool carrier; and', 'an axial guide rail;', 'a recirculating bearing carriage configured to slide in an axial direction along the axial guide rail and to couple the cutting edge to the axial guide rail;', 'an axial advancement mechanism configured to advance the cutting edge in the axial direction with respect to the workpiece by translating radial advancement by the radial advancement mechanism to axial advancement based on a cutting template coupled to the radial advancement mechanism., 'a slide tool configured to position a cutting edge in contact with the workpiece, the slide tool comprising2. The split frame pipe cutting tool as defined in claim 1 , wherein the template is configured to cause the cutting edge to machine claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 53
09-05-2019 дата публикации

CUTTING TOOL

Номер: US20190134724A1
Автор: Stewart Donald
Принадлежит:

An underwater tool () including a grabber arrangement () and a cutter arrangement () connected together. The grabber arrangement comprises a plurality of grabber elements () disposed on first and second sides () of the tool. The cutter arrangement includes a cutter slot (), an anvil () movable to close the slot comprises an anvil and a cutter blade (). In use, a cable () is held by the grabber arrangement, and thereby moved into the slot which is then closed by the anvil so as to entrap the cable within the slot. The cutter blade is then driven against the anvil so as to cut the cable. 1. An underwater tool comprising a grabber arrangement or means and/or a cutter arrangement or means.2. A tool according to claim 1 , wherein the grabber arrangement and the cutter arrangement are connected together or arranged in a set/preset disposition relative to one another claim 1 , such as a longitudinally set and transversely movable disposition relative to one another.3. A tool according to claim 1 , wherein the grabber arrangement and the cutter arrangement are directly or indirectly connected together claim 1 , such as rigidly connected together claim 1 , such as by one or more rigid members and/or a frame.4. A tool according to claim 1 , wherein the grabber arrangement comprises:a plurality of grabber elements; and/orthe grabber arrangement or grabber elements comprise one or more first grabber elements and one or more second grabber elements.5. A tool according to claim 4 , wherein:the first grabber element(s) is/are disposed on a first side of the tool, and/orthe second grabber element(s) is/are disposed on a second side of the tool, and/orthe first/second grabber elements are pivotably attached to a (main) body of the tool, and/orthe first/second grabber elements comprise arms or fingers, and/orthe/each grabber element is claw, talon or tine shaped; and/orthe first/second grabber elements are curved or arcuate in shape, and optionally in such casea concave surface of ...

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Номер записи: 54
10-06-2021 дата публикации

Cutter and Kit

Номер: US20210170506A1
Автор: Hyma Steven W., Naiva Matthew W., Rose Derek
Принадлежит:

A cutter and a kit. The cutter, such as a close quarters cutter, is operable to cut a work piece extending along an axis and includes a cutting wheel, a roller, and a housing assembly supporting the cutting wheel and the roller for movement about the axis in a cutting direction to cut the work piece. The housing assembly has a generally cylindrical outer surface engageable by a user to pivot the cutter about the axis. A grip portion is provided on the outer surface and includes a plurality of grip members. Each grip member includes, relative to the cutting direction, a trailing surface and a leading surface extending from the outer surface. The leading surface may be angled toward the cutting direction. 126-. (canceled)27. A cutter kit comprising: a first cutting wheel selectively engageable with and operable to cut a first work piece, and', 'a first housing assembly supporting the first cutting wheel for movement about an axis, the first housing assembly having a first outer surface and defining a first opening operable to receive the first work piece;, 'a first cutter including'} a second cutting wheel selectively engageable with and operable to cut a second work piece, and', 'a second housing assembly supporting the second cutting wheel for movement about an axis, the second housing assembly having a second outer surface and defining a second opening operable to receive the second work piece; and, 'a second cutter including'} a first receptacle having a first wall defining a first recess to receive the first cutter and a first post positionable in the first opening, the first wall and the first post cooperating to releasably retain the first cutter, and', 'a second receptacle having a second wall defining a second recess to receive the second cutter and a second post positionable in the second opening, the second wall and the second post cooperating to releasably retain the second cutter., 'a case assembly including'}28. The kit of claim 27 , wherein the first ...

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Номер записи: 55
16-05-2019 дата публикации

Articulation Joint Manufacturing Process and Workpiece Therefor

Номер: US20190142241A1
Автор: Russell Shawn H.
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An articulation joint manufacturing process comprises cutting an elongated tube to form a multiplicity of links wherein adjacent links are connected by a bridge. The method comprises forming a fracturable portion on each bridge and connecting a multiplicity of springs to adjacentts links to form a workpiece. The method further comprises applying a torsional force to the workpiece about its longitudinal axis to fracture each bridge to form an articulation joint comprising a series of links wherein adjacent links are connected by at least one spring. Certain steps are formed by a laser. In one method, the springs are positioned on a mandrel and the springs are welded to the workpiece. The fracturable portion on the bridges may be produced by forming an indentation which may be a score, a perforation, an elongated indentation or an oval shaped indentation. 1. A method for manufacturing an articulation joint comprising:(a) cutting an elongated tube to form a multiplicity of links wherein adjacent links are connected by a bridge;(b) forming a fracturable portion on each bridge;(c) connecting a multiplicity of springs to adjacent links to form a workpiece having a longitudinal axis;(d) applying a torsional force to said workpiece about said axis to fracture each said bridge to form an articulation joint comprising a series of links wherein adjacent links are connected by at least one spring.2. The method of wherein step (a) employs a laser.3. The method of wherein step (b) employs a laser.4. The method of wherein step (c) is performed by a welding the springs to the links.5. The method of further comprising positioning said springs on a mandrel prior to step (c).6. The method of wherein step (a) further comprises cutting said links to form multiple link pairs and a pair of opposed bridges between each said adjacent link.7. The method of wherein said fracturable portion is produced by forming an indentation selected from the group consisting of a score claim 1 , a ...

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Номер записи: 56
11-06-2015 дата публикации

RAPIDLY RETRACTABLE TOOL SUPPORT FOR A PIPE MACHINING APPARATUS

Номер: US20150158096A1
Автор: Coakley Roy C.
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Pipe machining apparatuses, tool supports, and methods of operating pipe machining apparatuses are provided. In one aspect, a pipe machining apparatus includes a frame, a tool carrier coupled to and movable relative to the frame, and a tool support coupled to and movable with the tool carrier relative to the frame. The tool support is adapted to support a tool and move the tool in a first direction toward a pipe at a first increment and move the tool in a second direction away from the pipe at a second increment. The second increment is larger than the first increment. 1. A pipe machining apparatus comprising:a frame;a tool carrier coupled to and movable relative to the frame; anda tool support coupled to and movable with the tool carrier relative to the frame, wherein the tool support is adapted to support a tool and move the tool in a first direction toward a pipe at a first increment and move the tool in a second direction away from the pipe at a second increment, the second increment being larger than the first increment.2. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first increment is a first linear distance traveled per a period of time and the second increment is a second linear distance traveled per the same period of time claim 1 , wherein the second linear distance is greater than the first linear distance.3. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the tool support is adapted to move the tool in the second direction at the first increment and the second increment.4. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the tool support is adapted to move the tool in the first direction at the first increment and the second increment.5. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the tool support is adapted to move the tool in the first direction at the first increment and the second increment claim 1 , and wherein the tool support is adapted to move the tool in the second direction at the first increment and the second increment.6. A ...

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Номер записи: 57
11-06-2015 дата публикации

Cutting-off machine

Номер: US20150158099A1
Автор: Aleardo Chezzi, Andrea Anesi, Gianluca VECCHINI, Luciano Micali
Принадлежит: Fives Oto SpA

A cutting-off machine, comprising a cutting unit ( 2 ) being enabled to receive a tube ( 100 ) and to cut the tube ( 100 ) according to a plane transversal to a longitudinal axis (X) of the tube ( 100 ), movement means ( 8 ) enabled to grip stably a length (S) of cut tube ( 100 ) and move said length (S) away from the cutting unit ( 2 ) along a direction of advance (A) of the tube ( 100 ), and a cutting-off device ( 5 ) interposed between said cutting unit ( 2 ) and said movement means ( 8 ) and configured to realise cutting off of an inner welding seam ( 200 ) floating inside said tube ( 100 ).

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Номер записи: 58
07-06-2018 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SHAPE CUTTING OF A PIPE END

Номер: US20180154466A1
Автор: Larikka Leo
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The invention relates to a method and apparatus for shape cutting a pipe end. An arched cutter () of a punching tool () is inserted into an end of a pipe () for penetrating the same into a wall of the pipe () in a plane of the arched cutter. Then, the punching tool is displaced in a direction perpendicular to a center axis (C) of the pipe (), whereby the arched cutter (), while moving outwards from inside the pipe, shears off a piece that matches its shape. The punching tool () is withdrawn out of a pipe end, the punching tool is rotated 180°, it is re-inserted into the pipe end and the punching tool () is displaced in a direction which is perpendicular to the pipe center axis (C) and opposite to the previous displacement direction, thus enabling the shearing off the pipe end a second piece matching the shape of the arched cutter (). 1234742134474. A method for shape cutting a pipe end , said method comprising cutting two arc-rimmed pieces () from the pipe end by means of a punching tool ( , ) and a mold () , the punching tool having therefore an arc-shaped cutting edge () and the mold having a contour arc consistent with the curvature of the cutting edge , and the cutting procedures of the pieces () being performed outwardly from within the end of a pipe () in two successive cutting phases , inserting the punching tool ( , ) into the pipe end co-directionally with a center line (C) of the pipe , while the cutting edge () lies in the vicinity of the pipe center line (C) , and displacing the punching tool also in a direction (B) transverse to the center line , whereby the cutting edge shears off a first piece against the contour arc present on a first side of a parting plane of the mold () , characterized in that the cutting procedure is followed by displacing the punching tool backward and by rotating the punching tool 180° or by replacing it with another punching tool pre-rotated through 180° , that the rotated punching tool is re-inserted along the pipe center ...

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Номер записи: 59
24-06-2021 дата публикации

Bottle can manufacturing apparatus and bottle can manufacturing method

Номер: US20210187587A1
Автор: Masaomi Tamura, Tadashi Endo, yusaku Shimizu
Принадлежит: Toyo Seikan Co Ltd

In order to manufacture a bottle can while eliminating the need for cleaning/drying after a mouth portion formation step, a bottle can manufacturing apparatus includes a necking processing part for carrying out a necking process while rotating a can body having a bottomed cylindrical shape around a rotational axis during formation of a mouth portion in the can; and a trimming processing part for subjecting the upper end portion of the can to slit processing and carrying out trimming while rotating the can while moving the can around the rotational axis. A plurality of necking processing parts are arranged in sequence, and the trimming processing part is arranged in sequence with at least one of the necking processing parts.

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Номер записи: 60
29-09-2022 дата публикации

Cutting tool

Номер: US20220305574A1
Автор: Scott Rampling
Принадлежит: SCOTT CUTTERS Ltd

A cutting tool for cutting pipes of varying diameters includes a body having an opening extending along a predetermined axis through the body, and a cutting blade extending into the opening along a plane extending at right angles to the predetermined axis. The body includes a plurality of pipe support members, which are spaced from one another and configured to contact an outer surface of a pipe received by the tool, and a plurality of flexible connection members that connect the pipe support members to one another.

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Номер записи: 61
30-05-2019 дата публикации

CUTTING TOOLS AND TOOL HOLDERS FOR PIPE CUTTING FRAMES

Номер: US20190160564A1
Автор: Weinberg Jeremy Edward
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Cutting tools and tool holders for pipe cutting frames are disclosed. Example cutting tools include a tool holder and a cutting insert removably securable in the tool holder. Example cutting inserts include: first and second side surfaces; first and second locating surfaces configured to locate the cutting insert in the tool holder between corresponding first and second clamping surfaces of the tool holder, wherein the first locating surface protrudes from the cutting insert with angled locating surfaces extending from the first locating surface to the first and second side surfaces, and the second locating surface comprising an indentation; front end and rear end surfaces; a rake surface, the rake surface and the front end surface forming a cutting edge; and an insert stop surface at a rear of the rake surface, extending from the rake surface to the first locating surface and the angled locating surfaces. 1. A cutting tool , comprising:a tool holder; and first and second side surfaces;', 'first and second locating surfaces configured to locate the cutting insert in the tool holder between corresponding first and second clamping surfaces of the tool holder, wherein the first locating surface protrudes from the cutting insert with angled locating surfaces extending from the first locating surface to the first and second side surfaces, and the second locating surface comprising an indentation, wherein the angled locating surfaces form a first angle between 101 degrees and 121 degrees, and the second locating surface comprises angled surfaces forming a second angle between 132 degrees and 152 degrees;', 'front end and rear end surfaces;', 'a rake surface, the rake surface and the front end surface forming a cutting edge; and', 'an insert stop surface at a rear of the rake surface, extending from the rake surface to the first locating surface and the angled locating surfaces., 'a cutting insert removably securable in the tool holder, the cutting insert comprising2. The ...

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Номер записи: 62
22-06-2017 дата публикации

PIPE MACHINING APPARATUSES AND METHODS OF OPERATING THE SAME

Номер: US20170173700A1
Автор: Gearhart Michael W., Pierce Kenneth R.
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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. 1. A pipe machining apparatus comprising:a frame;a tool carrier coupled to the frame and movable relative to the frame;a tool support coupled to the tool carrier and adapted to support a tool for movement with the tool carrier relative to the frame, the tool support including an advancement member coupled to the tool to advance the tool; andan advancement mechanism coupled to the frame and adapted to move relative to the frame between a first position, in which the advancement mechanism is in a travel path of the advancement member and is adapted to be engaged by the advancement member to advance the 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.2. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the advancement mechanism includes a base and a fastener for rotatably coupling the base to the frame claim 1 , and wherein the base rotates between the first position and the second position about the fastener.3. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the advancement mechanism further ...

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Номер записи: 63
22-06-2017 дата публикации

C-TYPE TUBING CUTTER

Номер: US20170173710A1
Автор: WU Duan, Zhou Qi
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C-type tubing cutters are described. The cutters include a cutting wheel that can be easily and quickly replaced. In many versions of the cutters, the cutting wheel can be replaced without disassembly of the housing and/or without the use of tools. 1. A handheld cutting tool comprising:a housing defining a first outer face, a second outer face oppositely directed from the first face, a work region for receiving a workpiece to be cut and an axle slot, wherein the slot is accessible along at least one of the first and second outer faces;at least one roller rotatably supported in the housing and accessible in the work region;a cutting wheel and axle assembly removably retained within the housing, the axle being disposed in the slot and positionable between a first end of the slot and a second end of the slot, opposite the first end.2. The cutting tool of wherein the housing also defines an access port providing radial entry to the work region.3. The cutting tool of wherein the at least one roller includes two rollers claim 1 , each of which is rotatably supported in the housing and accessible in the work region.4. The cutting tool of wherein the axle slot is arcuate in shape between the first end of the slot and the second end of the slot.5. The cutting tool of wherein the housing also defines a circumferential wall extending between the first outer face and the second outer face.6. The cutting tool of wherein the axle slot extends between the first outer face and the second outer face.7. The cutting tool of wherein the housing further defines a recessed region along the first face claim 5 , within which the axle slot is defined.8. The cutting tool of wherein the axle assembly includes an axle pin defining an enlarged head end and an opposite distal end claim 7 , the head end disposed immediately adjacent to the recessed region.9. The cutting tool of wherein the head end of the axle pin does not extend beyond the first outer face defined by the housing.10. A method of ...

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Номер записи: 64
06-06-2019 дата публикации

ROTARY KNIFE FOR MACHINE FOR PRODUCING PACKAGING AND METHOD USING SAID KNIFE

Номер: US20190168318A1
Автор: Ferrin Didier, STAHL Christophe, THURRE Sébastien
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The device for cutting individual tubes from a continuous tubular product moving in translation in an uninterrupted manner and formed by a production machine, comprises at least one frame that is stationary relative to the machine, an assembly that is movable in translation relative to the frame and supports a cutting head moved in reciprocating linear translation and in rotation, a first mechanism for moving said cutting head in reciprocating translation, a second mechanism for rotating said cutting head and a third mechanism for actuating the start and the end of the cutting operation, in which said mechanisms are stationary relative to the frame of the device. 1. A device for cutting individual tubes from a continuous tubular product in uninterrupted translational movement and formed by a production machine , the device comprising:a chassis that is fixed relative to the machine,an assembly that is translationally mobile with respect to the chassis and supports a cutting head driven in reciprocating linear translational movement and in rotational movement, the cutting head including a cutting blade mounted on a rocker arm,a first mechanism including a first motor for driving the reciprocating translational movement of the cutting head,a second mechanism including a second motor for driving the rotational movement of said cutting head, anda third mechanism including a third motor for actuating the start and end of the cutting operation with the cutting blade,said the first and second mechanisms are fixed in a direction of travel of the tubular product with respect to the chassis.2. The device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the third mechanism is also fixed in the direction of travel of the tubular product with respect to the chassis.3. The device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the rocker arm of the cutting head comprises a pivot axle and an actuating point;the pivot axle being driven in reciprocating linear translational movement by the first mechanism and in ...

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Номер записи: 65
28-05-2020 дата публикации

Tool for cutting well tubular

Номер: US20200164538A1
Автор: Hetland Solve
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Pipe cutting tool () comprising a stationary knife () fixed in a first plane to a frame (), and a translatable knife () which can be slidably moved along knife translation paths () arranged in a second plane of said frame (), wherein the knives () and the frame () delimit a central frame aperture (), as the frame aperture () forms a passageway for a pipe () to be cut, the translatable knife () being arranged diametrically opposite the stationary knife (), the knives () having curved knives edges () with a curvature smaller or equal to a nearby section of an inner pipe wall () of the pipe () to be cut, each of the knives () covering a sector of up to 180°, each of the curved knives edges () being limited by lateral edges () having a direction deviating from adjacent sections of the curved knives edges (), and the translatable knife () is connected to the frame () via e linear actuator system (). 1112111411311. Pipe cutting tool () comprising a stationary knife () fixed in a first plane to a frame () , and a translatable knife () which can be slidably moved along knife translation paths () arranged in a second plane of said frame () ,{'b': 12', '14', '11', '114', '114', '2, 'wherein the knives (, ) and the frame () delimit a central frame aperture (), as the frame aperture () forms a passageway for a pipe () to be cut,'}{'b': 14', '12, 'the translatable knife () being arranged diametrically opposite the stationary knife (),'}{'b': 12', '14', '121', '141, 'the knives (, ) having curved knives edges (, ),'}{'b': 12', '14, 'each of the knives (, ) covering a sector of up to 180°, and'}{'b': 14', '11', '16, 'the translatable knife () is connected to the frame () via e linear actuator system (), characterized in that'}{'b': 11', '12', '11', '14', '11', '11', '111, 'i': a', 'b', 'a, 'the frame () is dividable, as the stationary knife () is attached to a first frame section (), and the translatable knife () is attached to a second frame section () which is lockable coupled ...

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Номер записи: 66
04-06-2020 дата публикации

PIPE SPLITTING APPARATUS WITH REPLACEABLE BLADE

Номер: US20200173600A1
Автор: Tjader Michael
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Pipe splitting apparatuses and systems including a replaceable blade, and methods therefor, are provided. In various examples, a pipe splitting apparatus includes an outer surface including a recess. A blade including a portion is disposed within the recess. A hardenable material is disposed within the recess. The hardenable material is configured to flow upon application to fill empty space within the recess and at least partially around the portion of the blade disposed within the recess. The hardenable material is further configured to harden after application to secure the portion of the blade within the recess and fix the blade to the pipe splitting apparatus. 1a splitter body, having an outer surface including a recess;a blade including a portion disposed and secured within the recess;a passage extending from a location on substantially an opposite side of the splitter body from the recess, to a bottom surface of the recess, the passage configured to allow access to a bottom surface of the blade, when disposed within the recess, to push the blade out of the recess.. A pipe splitting apparatus comprising: This patent application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/295,576, filed Oct. 17, 2016, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/091,134, filed Nov. 26, 2013, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/692,285, filed Dec. 3, 2012 and issued on Dec. 3, 2013 as U.S. Pat. No. 8,596,918, which is a continuation of and claims the benefit of priority to U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/895,304, filed on Sep. 30, 2010 and issued on Dec. 11, 2012 as U.S. Pat. No. 8,328,468, which claims the benefit of priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 61/248,713, filed on Oct. 5, 2009, all of which are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety.This patent document pertains generally to pipe splitting and more particularly, but not by way of limitation, to a pipe splitting apparatus with ...

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Номер записи: 67
07-07-2016 дата публикации

Pipe isolation & intervention

Номер: US20160193672A1
Автор: Douglas Corey Krokosz
Принадлежит: Stats UK Ltd

A tool assembly configured for location on a section of a pipe is operable to both isolate a section of the pipe and perform an intervention into the pipe while maintaining pressure integrity. The tool assembly includes a clamp, a cutting tool and an isolation tool. In use, the clamp sealingly secures the tool assembly to the pipe, the cutting tool performs an intervention operation on the pipe, and the isolation tool isolates the section of pipe in order that repair or replacement of equipment can be effected.

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Номер записи: 68
20-06-2019 дата публикации

Inside Pipe Cutter Lock

Номер: US20190184476A1
Автор: Weinkam Fred
Принадлежит:

Disclosed is an inside pipe cutter lock. The inside pipe cutter lock is intended for use as an attachment on a power drill. The inside pipe cutter lock locks a drill bit into position by grasping the edge of a chuck grip. This prevents the loss of an inside pipe cutter when cutting pipe from the inside out. 1. An inside pipe cutter lock , comprised of a lock , which provides a central shaft intended for insertion into the chuck of a power drill such that by tightening the chuck , the lock is secured to the power drill2. The pipe cutter lock of claim 1 , wherein the lock further provides three flanges which claim 1 , when tightened claim 1 , grasp the edge of the chuck grip of the power drill claim 1 , further securing the lock to the power drill.3. The pipe cutter lock of claim 1 , wherein the lock further provides its own chuck and chuck grip claim 1 , which may be used to securely affix a drill bit and prevent the loss of the inside pipe cutter when cutting pipe from the inside out.4. The pipe cutter lock of claim 1 , wherein the user affixes the lock to the power drill by inserting the shaft into the chuck of the power drill claim 1 , and tightening the chuck grip of the power drill.5. The pipe cutter lock of claim 1 , wherein the user may then insert a drill bit into the chuck of the lock claim 1 , and tighten the chuck grip of the lock claim 1 , which also tightens the flanges claim 1 , securing the lock to the power drill.6. The pipe cutter lock of claim 1 , wherein the lock is preferably manufactured from a rigid claim 1 , durable material which provides substantial structural strength claim 1 , such as steel claim 1 , aluminum alloy claim 1 , or brass. Under provisions of 35 U.S.C. § 119e, the Applicant(s) claim the benefit of U.S. provisional application No. 62/599,744, filed Dec. 17, 2017, which is incorporated herein by reference.The present invention relates generally to power tool attachments and accessories, and in particular to an inside pipe cutter ...

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Номер записи: 69
06-07-2017 дата публикации

BEARING ASSEMBLY FOR A PIPE MACHINING APPARATUS

Номер: US20170191525A1
Автор: Coakley Roy C.
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Pipe machining apparatuses and bearing assemblies are provided. In one aspect, a pipe machining apparatus includes a frame, a tool carrier, a first roller bearing and a second roller bearing. The tool carrier is coupled to and movable relative to the frame and defines a race therein. The first roller bearing includes a first shaft and a first roller rotatably coupled to the first shaft. The first roller is at least partially positioned in the race and is rotatable about a first roller bearing axis adapted to remain substantially fixed relative to the frame. The second roller bearing includes a second shaft and a second roller rotatably coupled to the second shaft. The second roller is at least partially positioned in the race and is rotatable about a second roller bearing axis. The second roller bearing is adjustable to move the second roller bearing axis relative to the frame. 1. A pipe machining apparatus comprising:a frame; an interior bearing surface including an indentation, and', 'an exterior bearing surface that is substantially flat;, 'a tool carrier coupled to and movable relative to the frame, the tool carrier defining a race therein, wherein the race includes'}a first roller bearing including a first shaft and a first roller rotatably coupled to the first shaft, wherein the first roller is at least partially positioned in the race and engages the exterior bearing surface; anda second roller bearing including a second shaft and a second roller rotatably coupled to the second shaft, wherein the second roller is at least partially positioned in the race and engages the interior bearing surface in the indentation.2. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first roller includes a substantially flat outer part adapted to engage the exterior bearing surface along a single line of contact claim 1 , and wherein the second roller includes two angled engagement portions positionable in the indentation and adapted to engage the interior bearing surface ...

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Номер записи: 70
29-07-2021 дата публикации

Tubing Cutter

Номер: US20210229307A1
Автор: Fan Chen Jian, Hyma Steven W., Naiva Matthew W.
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A cutter, such as a tubing cutter or a swing cutter. The cutter may include a cutting wheel; a roller; a housing assembly including a first housing portion supporting the cutting wheel and a second housing portion supporting the roller; a shaft connecting the housing portions, rotation of the shaft causing relative movement of the housing portions along a shaft axis; and a knob connected to the shaft and engageable by a user to rotate the shaft, the knob having, in a plane perpendicular to the shaft axis, a non-symmetrical shape defined by opposite circular sector portions and opposite lever portions, each lever portion being engageable by a user to apply a force to the knob in a direction of rotation. The cutter may include a shaft with a radial shoulder preventing movement of the shaft from the cavity through an opening in the housing portion. 1. A tubing cutter , comprising:a cutting wheel;a pair of rollers, each roller having a groove that is configured to receive a flare of a cut workpiece;a first housing defining a threaded cavity, the first housing coupled to the cutting wheel;a second housing defining a wall surrounding an opening, the second housing coupled to the pair of rollers; a first threaded end and a second free end opposite the first threaded end;', 'a shaft axis extending from the first threaded end of the shaft to the second free end of the shaft, wherein rotation of the shaft around the shaft axis causes movement of the first housing relative to the second housing along the shaft axis to increase or decrease a distance between the cutting wheel and the pair of rollers;', 'an expanded section of the shaft located within a cavity of the second housing, the expanded section of the shaft having a width greater than a width of the opening such that the expanded section prevents the shaft from moving out of the opening of the second housing; and, 'a shaft threadably engaging with the threaded cavity of the first housing and passing through the opening ...

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Номер записи: 71
28-07-2016 дата публикации

Pipe cutter

Номер: US20160214265A1
Автор: Daniel J. Alberti, John S. Scott, Scott Anderson, Thomas R. Bednar, Troy C. Thorson
Принадлежит: Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp

A pipe cutter for cutting a pipe includes a cutting head assembly having a first carriage and a second carriage spaced apart to define a cutting area. The first carriage supports a cutting mechanism, and the second carriage is configured to support a pipe within the cutting area. The carriages have a locked state and an unlocked state such that when the carriages are in the unlocked state, the carriages are movable relative to each other and biased into the cutting area. The pipe cutter also includes a drive assembly configured to rotate the cutting head assembly and a locking mechanism configured for changing the carriages from the unlocked state to the locked state and for holding the carriages in the locked state. The locking mechanism includes an actuation member rotatably coupled to the first carriage.

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Номер записи: 72
26-07-2018 дата публикации

COUPLING MEMBERS AND PIPE MACHINING APPARATUSES INCLUDING COUPLING MEMBERS

Номер: US20180207760A1
Автор: Coakley Roy C.
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Coupling members and pipe machining apparatuses including coupling members are provided. In one aspect, a coupling member includes a shaft and an engagement member defining a cavity there through and including a projection. The shaft is at least partially positioned within the cavity and extends through the cavity, and the shaft is adapted to rotate relative to the engagement member. The coupling member also includes a plunger at least partially positioned within the cavity and movable relative to the engagement member, and further includes a biasing member at least partially positioned within the cavity between the plunger and the engagement member. 1. A pipe machining apparatus comprising:a first section including a first portion of a frame and a first portion of a tool carrier;a second section including a second portion of the frame and a second portion of the tool carrier, wherein the first section and the second section are adapted to be coupled together, and, with the first and second sections coupled together, the tool carrier is adapted to move relative to the frame;a tool support coupled to one of the first or second portions of the tool carrier and adapted to support a tool for movement with the tool carrier relative to the frame; anda coupling member adapted to couple the tool support to the one of the first or second portions of the tool carrier, the coupling member including a shaft adapted to engage the one of the first or second portions of the tool carrier and an engagement member coupled to the shaft and rotatable relative to the shaft and the tool support between a coupled condition, in which the engagement member couples the tool support to the one of the first or second portions of the tool carrier, and an uncoupled condition, in which the engagement member does not couple the tool support to the one of the first or second portions of the tool carrier.2. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the engagement member defines a cavity ...

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Номер записи: 73
13-08-2015 дата публикации

Movable blade release mechanism for a cutting tool

Номер: US20150224660A1
Автор: Peter WASON
Принадлежит: Hubbell Inc

A cutting tool includes a fixed blade having a cutting surface and a movable blade having a cutting surface. The movable blade is rotatable between a receiving position in which the cutting surfaces are spaced and a cutting position in which an object disposed between the fixed and movable blades is cut by the cutting surfaces. A return spring member is connected to the movable blade. The spring member stores energy when the movable blade is rotated from the receiving position to the cutting position. The spring member returns the movable blade to the receiving position when the stored energy is released.

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Номер записи: 74
11-07-2019 дата публикации

FASTENER FOR SECURING AND CUTTING AN OBJECT AND METHODS RELATING THERETO

Номер: US20190210126A1
Автор: Barrett Brandon T.
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The present invention generally relates to fasteners for securing an object to produce a straight line cut of the secured object, including a square cut of a secured pipe. More particularly, the present invention relates to fasteners for securing objects of various sizes and/or shapes where the object may be in almost any location. The fastener has a gap to guide a saw blade to produce a straight-line cut of the secured object. In some instances, the fastener may retain both pieces of a cut workpiece in place after the workpiece is cut. In some instances, the fastener may prevent the saw blade from cutting beyond the fastener. 1. A fastener assembly comprising:a plurality of fastening segments each having a first gripping arm and a second gripping arm, wherein each fastening segment includes a first end and a second end, and wherein a blade access channel is provided between the first gripping arm and the second gripping arm;a plurality of connectors each configured to pivotably attach a first fastening segment of the plurality of fastening segments to a second fastening segment of the plurality of fastening segments, and wherein each connector is configured to be secured at one of the first end and the second end of the first fastening segment and one of the first end and the second end of the second fastening segment; andwherein the plurality of fastening segments includes at least two fastening segments pivotably attached to each other by at least one connector of the plurality of connectors to form a chain of fastening segments.2. The fastener assembly of claim 1 , wherein each connector of the plurality of connectors comprises a hinge.3. The fastener assembly of claim 1 , wherein each connector of the plurality of connectors is configured to be removable from at least one of the first fastening segment and the second fastening segment.4. The fastener assembly of claim 1 , wherein each of the first end and the second end of each fastening segment is configured ...

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Номер записи: 75
09-08-2018 дата публикации

FASTENER FOR SECURING AND CUTTING AN OBJECT AND METHODS RELATING THERETO

Номер: US20180221971A1
Автор: Barrett Brandon T.
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The present invention generally relates to fasteners for securing an object to produce a straight line cut of the secured object, including a square cut of a secured pipe. More particularly, the present invention relates to fasteners for securing objects of various sizes and/or shapes where the object may be in almost any location. The fastener has a gap to guide a saw blade to produce a straight-line cut of the secured object. In some instances, the fastener may retain both pieces of a cut workpiece in place after the workpiece is cut. In some instances, the fastener may prevent the saw blade from cutting beyond the fastener. 1. A fastener comprising:three or more fastening segments, wherein two of said fastening segments are engaging fastening segments and one of said engaging fastening segments includes, at an engaging end, an engaging feature of a first type and the other of said engaging fastening segments includes, at an engaging end, an engaging feature of a second type such that in an operative state of said fastening segments, engaging feature of said first type and engaging feature of said second type engage with each other, and wherein one or more fastening segments are non-engaging fastening segments and do not include an engaging feature;one or more hinges disposed on each of said fastening segments, wherein a non-engaging end of each engaging fastening segment includes at least one hinge and each end of said non-engaging fastening segments include at least one hinge; andat least two hinge mechanisms, at least one of which couples said hinge disposed at one end of said non-engaging fastening segments with said hinge disposed at said non-engaging end of one engaging fastening segment, and wherein at least another of said two hinge mechanisms couples said hinge disposed at another end of said non-engaging fastening segment with said hinge disposed at said non-engaging end of said another engaging fastening segment, or wherein at least another of said two ...

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Номер записи: 76
16-08-2018 дата публикации

PIPE MACHINING APPARATUSES AND METHODS OF OPERATING THE SAME

Номер: US20180229309A1
Автор: Gearhart Michael W., Pierce Kenneth R.
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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. 1. A pipe machining apparatus comprising:a frame;a tool carrier coupled to the frame and movable relative to the frame;a tool support coupled to the tool carrier and adapted to support a tool for movement with the tool carrier relative to the frame, the tool support including an advancement member coupled to the tool to advance the tool; andan advancement mechanism coupled to the frame and adapted to move relative to the frame between a first position, in which the advancement mechanism is in a travel path of the advancement member and is adapted to be engaged by the advancement member to advance the 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.2. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the advancement mechanism includes a base and a fastener for rotatably coupling the base to the frame claim 1 , and wherein the base rotates between the first position and the second position about the fastener.3. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the advancement mechanism further ...

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Номер записи: 77
16-07-2020 дата публикации

Tool for cutting cylindrical conduits

Номер: US20200223086A1
Автор: Scott Rampling
Принадлежит: Scott Cutters UK Ltd

A tool ( 1 ) for cutting cylindrical conduits. The tool comprises a body ( 2 ) having an opening ( 3 ) extending along a predetermined axis through the body. A slot ( 4 ) extends from an external surface ( 5 ) of the body to a mouth ( 6 ) of the opening ( 3 ). A cutting blade ( 14 ) extends into the opening along a plane extending at right angles to said predetermined axis. The body has a first portion ( 7 ) on one side of the slot ( 4 ) and a second portion ( 8 ) on the other side of the slot.

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Номер записи: 78
26-08-2021 дата публикации

Drawing device for drawing a tool

Номер: US20210260675A1
Автор: Enrico Forlani, Francesco Lolli
Принадлежит: Fives Oto SpA

Drawing device for drawing a tool (T), comprising: a support ( 2 ), provided with rests ( 21 ), structured to be slidably arranged in contact with an inner wall of a tube, and an attachment ( 22 ) for a tool (T); a cursor ( 3 ), movable along a longitudinal direction (Y) between at least a starting position and a return position; magnetic means ( 4 ), predisposed to magnetically constrain the support ( 2 ) and the cursor ( 3 ) with respect to the displacement along the longitudinal direction (Y).

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Номер записи: 79
26-08-2021 дата публикации

PIPE SPLITTING APPARATUS WITH REPLACEABLE BLADE

Номер: US20210262603A1
Автор: Tjader Michael
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Pipe splitting apparatuses and systems including a replaceable blade, and methods therefor, are provided. In various examples, a pipe splitting apparatus includes an outer surface including a recess. A blade including a portion is disposed within the recess. A hardenable material is disposed within the recess. The hardenable material is configured to flow upon application to fill empty space within the recess and at least partially around the portion of the blade disposed within the recess. The hardenable material is further configured to harden after application to secure the portion of the blade within the recess and fix the blade to the pipe splitting apparatus. 1. (canceled)2. A pipe splitting system comprising:a splitter body, having an outer surface including a recess, wherein the recess includes substantially vertical sidewalls; anda plurality of interchangeable blades, wherein the plurality includes multiple blade shape options designed for different pipe splitting conditions.3. The pipe splitting system of claim 2 , further including a passage extending from a location on substantially an opposite side of the splitter body from the recess claim 2 , to a bottom surface of the recess claim 2 , the passage configured to allow access to a bottom surface of the blade claim 2 , when disposed within the recess claim 2 , to push the blade out of the recess.4. The pipe splitting apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the splitter body includes at least two opposed recesses adapted to accept blades from the plurality of interchangeable blades.5. The pipe splitting apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the splitter body includes four recesses adapted to accept blades from the plurality of interchangeable blades.6. The pipe splitting apparatus of claim 3 , further including a hardenable material adapted for disposal within the recess to secure at least one blade from the plurality of interchangeable blades.7. A pipe splitting system comprising:a splitter body, having an outer surface ...

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Номер записи: 80
13-11-2014 дата публикации

ROTARY CUTTING APPARATUS AND ROTARY CUTTING METHOD

Номер: US20140331836A1
Автор: Hanaki Kazuhiro, Minami Narihiro, NAKAMURA Akihiko, Nakamura Mahito, Uchida Hiroshi
Принадлежит: CVTEC CO., LTD.

A rotary cutting apparatus includes a pair of cutting tools each having a cutting blade along a tip end of its outer peripheral portion having a mountain-shaped cross section, and cuts a cylindrical material into pieces with a predetermined width by sandwiching the cylindrical material between the cutting blades so the cutting blades are respectively placed on inner and outer peripheries of the cylindrical material, and relatively rotating and moving the pair of cutting tools along an entire circumference of the cylindrical material. A second imaginary line connecting an axial center of the cylindrical material and an axial center of the inner peripheral-side cutting tool is shifted in a circumferential direction of the cylindrical material about the axial center of the cylindrical material with respect to a first imaginary line connecting the axial center of the cylindrical material and an axial center of the outer peripheral-side cutting tool. 1. A rotary cutting apparatus including a pair of cutting tools each having a cutting blade along a tip end of its outer peripheral portion having a mountain-shaped cross section , in which the rotary cutting apparatus cuts a cylindrical material into pieces with a predetermined width by sandwiching the cylindrical material between the cutting blades of the pair of cutting tools so that the cutting blades are respectively placed on inner and outer peripheries of the cylindrical material , and relatively rotating and moving the pair of cutting tools along an entire circumference of the cylindrical material , characterized in thatthe rotary cutting apparatus cuts the cylindrical material in a state where a second imaginary line connecting an axial center of the cylindrical material and an axial center of an inner peripheral-side cutting tool as one of the pair of cutting tools which is placed on the inner periphery of the cylindrical material is shifted in a circumferential direction of the cylindrical material about the axial ...

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Номер записи: 81
23-07-2020 дата публикации

RAPIDLY RETRACTABLE TOOL SUPPORT FOR A PIPE MACHINING APPARATUS

Номер: US20200230717A1
Автор: Coakley Roy C.
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Pipe machining apparatuses, tool supports, and methods of operating pipe machining apparatuses are provided. In one aspect, a pipe machining apparatus includes a frame, a tool carrier coupled to and movable relative to the frame, and a tool support coupled to and movable with the tool carrier relative to the frame. The tool support is adapted to support a tool and move the tool in a first direction toward a pipe at a first increment and move the tool in a second direction away from the pipe at a second increment. The second increment is larger than the first increment. 1. A method of operating a tool support , the method comprising:providing a tool clamp adapted to support a tool;moving a worm gear to a first position;coupling the worm gear with a feed screw in the first position;rotating the worm gear in a first worm gear direction to rotate the feed screw;moving the tool clamp along the feed screw to move the tool in a first tool direction upon rotating the worm gear in the first worm gear direction;rotating the worm gear in a second worm gear direction to rotate the feed screw;moving the tool clamp along the feed screw to move the tool in a second tool direction upon rotating the worm gear in the second worm gear direction;moving the worm gear to a second position;uncoupling the worm gear from the feed screw in the second position; androtating the feed screw independently of the worm gear with the worm gear in the second position.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:fixedly coupling a drive gear to the feed screw;rotating the drive gear with the feed screw;engaging the worm gear with the drive gear in the first position; anddisengaging the worm gear from the drive gear in the second position.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:moving the tool at a first increment in the first and second tool directions with the worm gear in the first position; andmoving the tool at a second increment in the second tool direction with the worm gear in the second ...

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Номер записи: 82
06-09-2018 дата публикации

CUTTER AND KIT

Номер: US20180250759A1
Автор: Hyma Steven W., Naiva Matthew W., Rose Derek
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A cutter and a kit. The cutter, such as a close quarters cutter, is operable to cut a work piece extending along an axis and includes a cutting wheel, a roller, and a housing assembly supporting the cutting wheel and the roller for movement about the axis in a cutting direction to cut the work piece. The housing assembly has a generally cylindrical outer surface engageable by a user to pivot the cutter about the axis. A grip portion is provided on the outer surface and includes a plurality of grip members. Each grip member includes, relative to the cutting direction, a trailing surface and a leading surface extending from the outer surface. The leading surface may be angled toward the cutting direction. 1. A cutter operable to cut a work piece extending along an axis , the cutter comprising:a cutting wheel selectively engageable with and operable to cut the work piece; anda housing assembly supporting the cutting wheel for movement about the axis in a cutting direction to cut the work piece, the housing assembly having a generally cylindrical outer surface engageable by a user to pivot the cutter about the axis, a grip portion being on the outer surface and including a plurality of grip members, each grip member including, relative to the cutting direction, a trailing surface and a leading surface extending from the outer surface, the leading surface being angled toward the cutting direction.2. The cutter of claim 1 , wherein the trailing surface and the leading surface extend from the outer surface to a point.3. The cutter of claim 1 , wherein the trailing surface of each grip member extends substantially radially.4. The cutter of claim 1 , wherein the leading surface and the trailing surface define an angle between approximately 45 degrees and approximately 75 degrees.5. The cutter of claim 1 , wherein the housing assembly further includes a generally cylindrical outer wall and side walls defining an opening receiving the work piece claim 1 , at least one side ...

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Номер записи: 83
24-09-2015 дата публикации

SEMI-AUTOMATIC PIPE CUTTER

Номер: US20150266115A1
Автор: SOTO JOSE SEVERIANO
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The semi-automatic pipe cutter is an electrically powered pipe cutter. The semi-automatic pipe cutter comprises a pipe cutter wheel, an electric motor, a plurality of wire cleaning brushes, a gearing system, a frame, a left pipe driver, a right pipe driver and a pipe channel. 1. A device that is adapted to cut , clean , and deburr a pipe comprising:an electric motor in mechanical connection with a gearing system;said gearing system is in mechanical connection with a pipe cutter wheel as well as a plurality of wire cleaning brushes;said electric motor, and the gearing system, and the pipe cutter wheel, and the plurality of wire cleaning brushes are mounted inside of or secured to a frame;said frame includes a left pipe driver, a right pipe driver, and a pipe channel;wherein the pipe cutter wheel is adapted to cut a pipe;wherein the plurality of wire cleaning brushes are adapted to brush said pipe or a pipe adaptor.2. The device according to wherein the gearing system comprises a plurality of gears and a plurality of drive chains; wherein the plurality of gears is further defined with a drive gear claim 1 , a seventh gear claim 1 , an eighth gear claim 1 , a first gear claim 1 , a second gear claim 1 , a ninth idler gear claim 1 , a tenth idler gear claim 1 , a third gear claim 1 , a fourth gear claim 1 , a fifth gear claim 1 , and a sixth gear; wherein the plurality of drive chains is further defined with a master drive chain claim 1 , a left drive chain claim 1 , and a right drive chain.3. The device according to wherein the master drive chain is arranged around the seventh gear claim 2 , the ninth idler gear claim 2 , the tenth idler gear claim 2 , and the sixth gear turn in the counter-clockwise direction; wherein the left drive chain is used to transfer the rotation of the second gear to the left pipe driver; wherein the right drive chain is used to transfer the rotation of the third gear to the right pipe driver; wherein the ninth idler gear and tenth idler gear ...

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Номер записи: 84
15-09-2016 дата публикации

Can-Making Apparatus with Trimmer Chute

Номер: US20160263645A1
Автор: Caylor Gunnar J., Garfoot Brandon Craig, Moses James B., Revers David S.
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A trimmer assembly for removing portions of sidewalls of cans is provided. The trimmer assembly includes a chute configured to receive the removed portions of sidewalls of cans. The chute includes an angled extending wall configured to prevent removed portions of sidewalls of cans from travelling past the chute without entering the chute without interfering with motion of the cans. 1. A trimmer assembly for trimming metal cans comprising:an infeed configured to deliver metal cans;a discharge configured to receive the metal cans after being trimmed;a revolving assembly configured to receive each of the metal cans from the infeed and deliver the metal cans after being trimmed to the discharge, the revolving assembly being configured to revolve the metal cans around an axis;a cutter configured to remove a portion from each metal can; anda chute configured to receive the removed portion of each metal can, the chute including a first wall proximate the revolving assembly, the first wall including a lower portion extending upwardly generally perpendicular to the axis and an upper portion extending upwardly non-perpendicular to the axis from the lower portion to a first peripheral edge of the first wall, the upper portion being configured to prevent the removed portion of each metal can from moving past the chute in a direction parallel with the axis.2. The trimmer assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a sensor configured to sense the removed portions passing through the chute.3. The trimmer assembly of claim 2 , further comprising a controller configured to monitor removal of portions of sidewalls of the metal cans and to emit a signal when the sensor does not sense a portion of a sidewall of a metal can in the chute after the controller monitors removal of the portion of the sidewall of the metal can.4. The trimmer assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first peripheral edge of the first wall extends generally linearly.5. The trimmer assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first ...

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Номер записи: 85
15-08-2019 дата публикации

POWERED THREADED ROD CUTTER

Номер: US20190247937A1
Автор: Gall Simon M., Timmons Terry L.
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A powered threaded rod cutter includes first and second cutting dies, an electric motor, a planetary transmission positioned downstream of the motor, a drivetrain for converting a rotational output of the transmission to a pivoting movement of the first cutting die, and a clutch mechanism for redirecting torque from the motor away from a drivetrain and the first cutting die in response to the first cutting die seizing during a rod-cutting operation. The clutch mechanism includes a ring gear in the planetary transmission, and a spring that rotationally affixes the ring gear below a predetermined threshold of reaction torque through the drivetrain and permits rotation of the ring gear above the threshold. 1. A powered threaded rod cutter comprising:first and second cutting dies;an electric motor;a planetary transmission positioned downstream of the motor;a drivetrain for converting a rotational output of the transmission to a pivoting movement of the first cutting die; and a ring gear in the planetary transmission, and', 'a spring that rotationally affixes the ring gear below a predetermined threshold of reaction torque through the drivetrain and permits rotation of the ring gear above the threshold., 'a clutch mechanism for redirecting torque from the motor away from a drivetrain and the first cutting die in response to the first cutting die seizing during a rod-cutting operation, wherein the clutch mechanism includes'}2. The powered threaded rod cutter of claim 1 , wherein the transmission includes a transmission housing claim 1 , and wherein the spring is a torsion spring including a first end secured to the transmission housing and a second end secured to the ring gear.3. The powered threaded rod cutter of claim 2 , wherein the transmission is a multi-stage planetary transmission claim 2 , and wherein the ring gear is in a second planetary stage of the transmission.4. The powered threaded rod cutter of claim 2 , wherein the ring gear is rotatable relative to the ...

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Номер записи: 86
14-09-2017 дата публикации

Pipe cutter with gauge and reamer/beveller of cut pipe edges

Номер: US20170259342A1
Автор: Cesar SAINZ DE DIEGO
Принадлежит: Rothenberger SA

A pipe cutter with gauge and reamer/beveller of the cut edges of pipe. On the body of the pipe cutter there is at least one gauge; between it and the body a cavity is delimited capable of accepting the end of a pipe (t); each gauge having on its end a mouth that varies its diameter between a minimum (d 1 ) at its base and a maximum (d) that coincides with the gauge of the pipe (t) it accepts. There is also at least one blade on each existing gauge or on a beveller equipped with one or several portions (S) with at least one blade on each of them. A pipe (t) is inserted in the corresponding gauge, first gauging the diameter of its cut edge and then the blades simultaneously bevel and ream the cut pipe (t) edge.

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Номер записи: 87
14-09-2017 дата публикации

ORBITAL CUTTING APPARATUS CAPABLE OF FREELY AND SELECTIVELY CONTROLLING PLURALITY OF CUTTING TOOLS WITHIN ROTATING BODY BY USING ROTATIONAL SPEED RATIO

Номер: US20170259357A1
Автор: CHOI Insung
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Disclosed is an orbital cutting apparatus that is capable of freely and selectively controlling forward and backward movement of a plurality of cutting tools, allowing the cutting tools to move forward and backward and to move in an axial direction of a material to be cut so as to enable processing of various shapes as well as cutting and chamfering, and is capable of simultaneously carrying out cutting and chamfering operations for a pipe material or a heavy pipe having a thickness of dozens of mm or more. 1. An orbital cutting apparatus that is capable of freely and selectively controlling a plurality of cutting tools within a rotary body using a rotational speed ratio , the orbital cutting apparatus comprising:a spindle rotating unit coupled to any one surface of a main body so as to rotate (C axis);a plurality of tool units coupled to reciprocate (X axis) toward a center of the spindle rotating unit on a front surface of the spindle rotating unit so as to cut a clamped material in an orbital manner;a relative movement unit coupled to the main body on an opposite side to the spindle rotating unit to he rotatable in synchronization with the spindle rotating unit, and configured to transmit a power to the plurality of tool units so as to cause the tool units to reciprocate;connection gears respectively formed at ends of driving shafts of the tool units so as to be selectively engaged with the relative movement unit so as to receive a power of the relative movement unit;an operation unit configured to cause a connection gear selected among the connection gears to be engaged with or be disengaged from the relative movement unit; anda control unit configured to control movements of the spindle rotating unit and the relative movement unit.2. The orbital cutting apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the connection gear is engaged with or disengaged from the relative movement unit while reciprocating on the end of the driving shaft by the operation unit so as to activate or ...

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Номер записи: 88
13-09-2018 дата публикации

PIPE MACHINING APPARATUSES AND METHODS OF OPERATING THE SAME

Номер: US20180257156A1
Автор: Gearhart Michael W., Pierce Kenneth R.
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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. 1. A pipe machining apparatus comprising:a frame adapted to be coupled to and fixed relative to a pipe;a tool carrier coupled to and moveable relative to the frame and the pipe; anda support member coupled to the frame, the support member including a first flange defining a first aperture therein and a second flange defining a second aperture therein, wherein the support member is adapted to be coupled to a lifting mechanism to lift the pipe machining apparatus.2. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first flange is substantially parallel to a front surface of the tool carrier and wherein the second flange is substantially perpendicular to the first flange.3. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the support member is a first support member claim 1 , the pipe machining apparatus further comprising a second support member coupled to the frame claim 1 , the second support member including a first flange defining a first aperture therein and a second flange defining a second aperture therein claim 1 , wherein the first and second support members are adapted to be simultaneously coupled to a lifting mechanism to lift the pipe machining apparatus.4. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the first and second support members facilitate lifting of the pipe machining apparatus in both a generally vertical position and in a generally horizontal position.5. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 3 , further comprising:a first section including a first portion of the frame and a first ...

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Номер записи: 89
22-08-2019 дата публикации

PIPE CUTTING MACHINE

Номер: US20190255629A1
Автор: KITAYAMA Hiromasa, SATO Takeyuki, WANG Feizhou, Yabuta Hiroaki, YIN Jilong
Принадлежит: NAKATA MANUFACTURING CO., LTD.

To provide a pipe cutting machine capable of cutting a pipe even of a large diameter efficiently in a short period of time, and achieving excellent economical efficiency and excellent durability with a simple, compact, and light-weight configuration. 1. A stationary or traveling pipe cutting machine that cuts a pipe at a right angle to the center line of the pipe , comprising:rotary blades in a pair, with a plane at a right angle to the center line of the pipe to be cut defined as an x-y plane and the center of the pipe defined as a coordinate origin, the rotary blades being arranged to face each other on both sides of a y axis in such a manner that blade edges of the rotary blades overlap each other in the direction of an x axis;a straightforward driving mechanism that drives the rotary blades in a pair straightforward in opposite directions of a y-axis direction so as to make the rotary blades in a pair pass each other on the x axis and in the vicinity of the x axis; anda power direction conversion mechanism that changes part of straightforward driving force in the y-axis direction to force in the x-axis direction and moves at least one of the rotary blades in a pair outwardly to get farther from the y axis for avoiding interference between the blade edges when the rotary blades in a pair pass each other on the x axis and in the vicinity of the x axis.2. The pipe cutting machine according to claim 1 , whereinthe power direction conversion mechanism comprises:a blade biasing mechanism that applies biasing force to at least one of the rotary blades in a pair inwardly to get closer to the y axis and holds the biased rotary blade at an inner movement limit; anda guide mechanism that causes the at least one of the rotary blades in a pair to make an outward retreating movement against the biasing force when the rotary blades in a pair pass each other on the x axis and in the vicinity of the x axis.3. The pipe cutting machine according to claim 2 , whereinthe blade ...

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Номер записи: 90
21-09-2017 дата публикации

Method for Sawing a Long Profile and Machine for Cutting Same to Length

Номер: US20170266740A1
Автор: Rattunde Ulrich
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The invention relates to a method for sawing a long profile () in that a sawing disc () having teeth () arranged around a circular outer circumference of the sawing disc () is rotated freely, the sawing disc () is advanced from a freely rotating position to an outer wall of the long profile (), and a zero tooth (Z, Z, Z, Z) engages as the first of the teeth () in the material of the outer wall, wherein, during the free rotation of the sawing disc (), lateral runouts (d) of the teeth () are determined, and a tooth () having a minimum lateral runout (d) is determined and used as the zero tooth (Z, Z, Z, Z).

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Номер записи: 91
28-09-2017 дата публикации

PLASTIC TUBE FITTING REMOVAL TOOL

Номер: US20170274462A1
Автор: Nixon Ed
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A hand-held cutting tool to remove a metal fitting ring from the outside surface of plastic tubing. The fitting removal tool comprises a first handle, a second handle, a bridge member, and a cutting blade. The first handle is pivotally connected to a first end of the bridge member by a pivot. The second handle is securely connected to a second end of the bridge member in fixed relation to the bridge member. The bridge member comprises a seat for snugly receiving the outer diameter of the metal fitting ring. The first handle comprises a hand gripping area and a cutting blade positioned between the hand gripping area and the pivot. The cutting blade is configured to make an off center cut in the metal fitting ring such that the underlying plastic tubing is not damaged in the cutting process. 1. A method for operating a hand-held tool for removing a circular metal ring from an outside surface of plastic tubing , said method comprising:rotating a first handle comprising a detachable cutting blade having a tip, around a pivot connected to a first end of a bridge member, the bridge member having a first end, a second end, and a seat, the seat having a concave surface in a shape of a circular arc with a radius approximately a same size as a radius of a circular metal fitting ring, the concave surface facing a direction between the first handle and a second handle;securing the second handle in fixed position in relation to the second end of the bridge member;orienting the cutting blade to make an off center cut in the metal fitting ring when the metal fitting ring is placed in the seat and the rotating the first handle rotating causes the first handle to be depressed toward the second handle; andconfiguring the cutting blade to make an off center cut in the metal fitting ring at a location between the plastic tubing and the pivot.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the plastic tubing has a longitudinal axis and the method additionally comprises the step of further orienting ...

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Номер записи: 92
29-08-2019 дата публикации

BLADE-REPLACEABLE CUTTING TOOL

Номер: US20190263009A1
Автор: Li Yueming
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The present invention provides a blade-replaceable cutting tool, which includes: a first handheld portion and a second handheld portion; the second handheld portion is rotatably connected to the first handheld portion; and further includes a blade mounting plate and a blade, the blade mounting plate is rotatably mounted to the first handheld portion; the blade is detachably mounted to the blade mounting plate. Wherein, the blade mounting plate and the blade may be replaced with a ratchet blade which is detachably and rotatably mounted to the first handheld portion. 1. A blade-replaceable cutting tool , comprising:a first handheld portion;a second handheld portion rotatably connected to the first handheld portion;a blade mounting plate rotatably mounted to the first handheld portion; anda blade detachably mounted to the blade mounting plate.2. (canceled)3. The blade-replaceable cutting tool according to claim 1 , wherein the blade mounting plate comprises:a blade mounting plate body having a front end mounted with the blade; andan arcuate plate provided at a rear end of the blade mounting plate body; ratchet teeth provided on an arcuate side wall of the arcuate plate; and', 'a ratchet tooth clearance provided between any two adjacent ratchet teeth;, 'wherein the arcuate plate is a portion of a ratchet, which compriseswherein the second handheld portion is provided with a first buckle and/or a second buckle on a side facing the first handheld portion, which is snapped into any one of the ratchet tooth clearances.4. The blade-replaceable cutting tool according to claim 3 , wherein the blade mounting plate comprises:a blade mounting plate latch provided at the front end of the blade mounting plate body and connected to the middle of the arcuate plate; anda blade mounting plate bayonet provided between the blade mounting plate latch and the arcuate plate and having an opening direction facing the blade; a ridge portion;', 'a cutting edge portion provided integrally with ...

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Номер записи: 93
18-12-2014 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR CUTTING CORRUGATED PIPES TO LENGTH

Номер: US20140366382A1
Автор: Greding Arnd, Krause Thoralf
Принадлежит: ROTHENBERGER AG

An apparatus for cutting corrugated pipes to length includes a clamping device configured to act radially with respect to an axis so as to fix a corrugated pipe in a machining position. The apparatus also includes a cutting tool movable into an active position against the corrugated pipe in the machining position and configured to bring about a separation by moving the cutting tool and corrugated pipe relative to one another. A stop device is configured to engage in a corrugation trough of the corrugated pipe wherein a spacing between the cutting tool and stop device is variable in the axial direction with respect to the axis. 117-. (canceled)18. An apparatus for cutting corrugated pipes to length comprising:a clamping device configured to act radially with respect to an axis so as to fix a corrugated pipe in a machining position;a cutting tool movable into an active position against the corrugated pipe in the machining position and configured to bring about a separation by moving the cutting tool and corrugated pipe relative to one another; anda stop device configured to engage in a corrugation trough of the corrugated pipe, wherein a spacing between the cutting tool and the stop device is variable in an axial direction with respect to the axis.19. The cutting apparatus recited in claim 18 , wherein the axis coincides with a centre axis of the corrugated pipe.20. The cutting apparatus recited in claim 18 , wherein the stop device claim 18 , with regard to the spacing in relation to the cutting tool claim 18 , is variable in the axial direction with respect to the axis.21. The cutting apparatus recited in claim 18 , wherein claim 18 , when the corrugated pipe is fixed or the cutting tool is moved into the active position on the corrugated pipe claim 18 , the stop device claim 18 , with respect to the spacing in relation to the cutting tool claim 18 , is variable in the axial direction with respect to the axis.22. The cutting apparatus recited in claim 18 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 94
18-11-2021 дата публикации

BLANKING MACHINE AND BLANKING METHOD FOR BAR OR PIPE MATERIAL

Номер: US20210354217A1
Автор: LIU JIAN-KANG, SONG OU-MENG, XU DE-FEI
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The disclosure discloses a blanking machine and a method for blanking a bar or pipe material. The blanking machine includes a blanking assembly and a plurality of driving members. The blanking assembly includes a housing, a plurality of pairs of slide rails, and a plurality of striking blocks. The housing defines a plurality of radially distributed grooves. The pairs of slide rails are respectively installed in the grooves. The striking blocks are respectively slidably installed on the pairs of slide rails. The driving members are configured to respectively drive the striking blocks to reciprocate along the slide rails to strike a material to be processed. 1. A blanking machine comprising: a housing defining a plurality of radially distributed grooves;', 'a plurality of pairs of slide rails respectively installed in the grooves; and', 'a plurality of striking blocks respectively slidably installed on the pairs of slide rails; and, 'a blanking assembly comprisinga plurality of driving members configured to respectively drive the striking blocks to reciprocate along the slide rails to strike a material to be processed,wherein an end of the striking block is a striking head having a rectangular striking surface, and a width of the rectangular striking surface is 5%-10% of a size of a body of the striking block along the same direction as the width of the rectangular striking surface.2. The blanking machine according to further comprising a base claim 1 , wherein the blanking assembly and the driving member are both mounted on the base.3. The blanking machine according to claim 2 , wherein a lower part of the housing is provided with an opening claim 2 , a drawer is installed in the base claim 2 , and an upper surface of the base is provided with a collection port located below the opening.4. The blanking machine according to claim 1 , wherein the grooves are evenly distributed along a circumferential direction of the housing.5. The blanking machine according to claim 4 ...

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Номер записи: 95
27-09-2018 дата публикации

Method and Mobile Cutting Tool for Cutting a Subsea Tubular Structure

Номер: US20180274318A1
Автор: Birkeland Petter
Принадлежит: Smart Installations AS

A mobile cutting tool is for cutting a subsea tubular structure and has i) a tool body for receiving the subsea tubular structure in an enclosure thereof; ii) an actuator mounted on the tool body at one side of the enclosure; iii) a non-rotatable cutting element provided on the actuator, the actuator with the cutting element for carrying out a translational cutting movement through the enclosure including the subsea tubular structure, and iv) a reaction member mounted at an opposite side of the enclosure of the tool body opposite to the cutting element for applying a reaction force on the subsea tubular structure during cutting. A method is for cutting a subsea tubular structure, wherein a non-rotating translation cutting movement is used for cutting. 1. A mobile cutting tool for cutting a subsea tubular structure , the mobile cutting tool comprising:a tool body configured for receiving the subsea tubular structure in an enclosure thereof;an actuator mounted on the tool body at one side of the enclosure;a non-rotatable cutting element provided on the actuator, the actuator with the cutting element being configured for carrying out a translational cutting movement through the enclosure including the subsea tubular structure, anda reaction member mounted at an opposite side of the enclosure of the tool body opposite to the cutting element for applying a reaction force on the subsea tubular structure during cutting,wherein the reaction member forms part of a further actuator, wherein the reaction member is provided on or integrated with a piston rod or thread bar of the further actuator, which further actuator is configured for opening and closing said enclosure for receiving said subsea tubular structure.2. The mobile cutting tool according to claim 1 , wherein the actuator comprises a cylinder claim 1 , for example a hydraulic cylinder or a thread bar actuator.3. The mobile cutting tool according to claim 2 , wherein the reaction member is provided with a further ...

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Номер записи: 96
06-10-2016 дата публикации

Method for Manufacturing Annular Member

Номер: US20160288273A1
Автор: Kobayashi Kazuto, YASUDA Yuu
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A method for manufacturing an annular member includes: a cylindrical member forming step of forming a cylindrical member with an annular shape from a round bar material; and a cutting and separating step of cutting and separating the cylindrical member over an axial direction of the cylindrical member while rotating the cylindrical member, the cylindrical member being cut and separated by a shear force obtained by restraining molds, which apply an urging force to an outer circumferential surface of the cylindrical member, and by a restraining mold, which is provided with a gap on the outer circumferential surface of the cylindrical member, among a plurality of restraining molds provided on an inner circumferential surface side and an outer circumferential surface side of the cylindrical member along the axial direction, to obtain a plurality of annular members. 1. A method for manufacturing an annular member , the method comprising:forming a cylindrical member with an annular shape from a round bar material; andcutting and separating the cylindrical member over an axial direction of the cylindrical member while rotating the cylindrical member, the cylindrical member being cut and separated by a shear force obtained by a restraining mold, which applies an urging force to an outer circumferential surface of the cylindrical member, and by a restraining mold, which is provided with a gap on the outer circumferential surface of the cylindrical member, among a plurality of restraining molds provided on an inner circumferential surface side and an outer circumferential surface side of the cylindrical member along the axial direction, to obtain a plurality of annular members.2. A method for manufacturing an annular member , the method comprising:forming a cylindrical member with an annular shape from a round bar material;forming a notch on at least either one of an inner circumferential surface and an outer circumferential surface of the cylindrical member; andcutting and ...

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Номер записи: 97
05-10-2017 дата публикации

TUBULAR CUTTING APPARATUS

Номер: US20170282263A1
Автор: Khoury John J., Ortemond Leon
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An apparatus for cutting off concrete, wooden, and/or metal piles, casing, conductor pipe and other metal tubulars, uses a metal frame and a metal blade linearly moveable within the frame, the blade being hydraulically and/or pneumatically driven to puncture and then slice and split through the metal being cut off, the cutting surface of the blade having a removable, centralized puncture point located essentially at the projected intersection between two concave cutting surfaces. 1. An apparatus comprising:a metal frame having a first end and a second end;cylinders having pistons, wherein the cylinders are mounted proximate to the first end;a gate assembly mounted proximate to the second end, wherein the gate assembly consists of a plurality of interconnected plates having both spacers therebetween and pivot holes latched with hinge pins to the second end to enable movement between an opened position and a closed position;at least one additional plate mounted to the metal frame;a centralizer comprising a first portion and a second portion, wherein the centralizer is mounted to the gate assembly by a plurality of hooks resting on the plurality of interconnected plates, wherein the centralizer is positioned to grip a portion of the circumference of an object during a cutting operation with the metal cutting blade in order to provide a cut through the object, wherein the centralizer obstructs the object from contact with the gate assembly; anda metal cutting blade linearly moveable within the metal frame through application of hydraulic and/or pneumatic pressure to the pistons of the cylinders, wherein the metal cutting blade comprises a first concave surface, a second concave surface, and a puncture point having a removably attached tip, wherein the puncture point is located at or near a projected intersection of the first concave surface and the second concave surface, and wherein the first concave surface and the second concave surface each comprise a radius of ...

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Номер записи: 98
13-10-2016 дата публикации

LASER LINE GENERATOR TOOL FOR A PIPE MACHINING APPARATUS

Номер: US20160297009A1
Автор: Coakley Roy C.
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A pipe machining apparatus according to an aspect includes a frame capable of being mounted onto a pipe, a tool carrier coupled to and movable relative to the frame, a tool support coupled to and movable with the tool carrier relative to the frame, and a laser line generator tool mounted on and movable with the tool support. The laser line generator tool is used to image a laser light onto the pipe to align with a mark(s) on the pipe which denotes a proper cut line around the pipe. The apparatus can be repositioned relative to the pipe in order to enable an operator to properly position the apparatus on the pipe prior to a cutting operation. 1. A pipe machining apparatus comprising:a frame capable of being mounted onto a pipe;a tool carrier coupled to and movable relative to the frame;a tool support coupled to and movable with the tool carrier relative to the frame; anda laser line generator tool mounted on and movable with the tool support, the laser line generator tool capable of imaging a laser light onto the pipe.2. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the laser line generator tool is removably mounted on the tool support.3. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the tool support is adapted to support a cutting or machining tool.4. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the tool support has a passageway therethrough claim 3 , and the cutting or machining tool and the laser line generator tool are interchangeably mounted in the passageway.5. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the laser line generator tool comprises a housing that defines a centerline and a laser line generator that defines a centerline claim 1 , the centerline of the laser line generator being offset from the centerline of the housing.6. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 5 , wherein the laser line generator tool is offset ¼″ from the centerline of the housing.7. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the laser line generator tool is ...

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Номер записи: 99
13-10-2016 дата публикации

COUPLING MEMBERS AND PIPE MACHINING APPARATUSES INCLUDING COUPLING MEMBERS

Номер: US20160297014A1
Автор: Coakley Roy C.
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Coupling members and pipe machining apparatuses including coupling members are provided. In one aspect, a coupling member includes a shaft and an engagement member defining a cavity there through and including a projection. The shaft is at least partially positioned within the cavity and extends through the cavity, and the shaft is adapted to rotate relative to the engagement member. The coupling member also includes a plunger at least partially positioned within the cavity and moveable relative to the engagement member, and further includes a biasing member at least partially positioned within the cavity between the plunger and the engagement member. 1. A pipe machining apparatus comprising:a first section including a first portion of a frame and a first portion of a tool carrier;a second section including a second portion of the frame and a second portion of the tool carrier, wherein the first section and the second section are adapted to be coupled together, and, with the first and second sections coupled together, the tool carrier is adapted to move relative to the frame;a tool support coupled to one of the first or second portions of the tool carrier and adapted to support a tool for movement with the tool carrier relative to the frame; anda coupling member adapted to couple the tool support to the one of the first or second portions of the tool carrier, the coupling member including a shaft adapted to engage the one of the first or second portions of the tool carrier and an engagement member coupled to the shaft and rotatable relative to the shaft and the tool support between a coupled condition, in which the engagement member couples the tool support to the one of the first or second portions of the tool carrier, and an uncoupled condition, in which the engagement member does not couple the tool support to the one of the first or second portions of the tool carrier.2. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the engagement member defines a cavity ...

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Номер записи: 100