COUPLING MEMBERS AND PIPE MACHINING APPARATUSES INCLUDING COUPLING MEMBERS

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 ...

Rapidly retractable tool support for a pipe machining apparatus

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.

Coupling members and pipe machining apparatuses including coupling members

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.

BEARING ASSEMBLY FOR A PIPE MACHINING APPARATUS

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 ...

LASER LINE GENERATOR TOOL FOR A PIPE MACHINING APPARATUS

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 ...

Bearing assembly for a pipe machining apparatus

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.

CRASH RESISTANT TRIP FOR A PIPE MACHINING APPARATUS

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 ...

Coupling members for pipe machining apparatuses

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.

RAPIDLY RETRACTABLE TOOL SUPPORT FOR A PIPE MACHINING APPARATUS

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 ...

COUPLING MEMBERS AND PIPE MACHINING APPARATUSES INCLUDING COUPLING MEMBERS

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 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; anda coupling member adapted to couple the tool support to the tool carrier, the coupling member including a shaft adapted to engage the tool carrier and an engagement member coupled to the shaft and rotatable relative to the shaft between a coupled condition, in which the engagement member couples the tool support to the tool carrier, and an uncoupled condition, in which the engagement member does not couple the tool support to the tool carrier.2. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the engagement member defines a cavity there through and the shaft is at least partially positioned within the cavity and extends through the cavity.3. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shaft includes an enlarged head on a first end thereof and threads on a second end thereof claim 2 , and wherein the enlarged head engages a first surface of the engagement member and the threads extend beyond a second surface of the engagement member opposite the first surface claim 2 , and wherein the threads engage the tool carrier.4. The pipe machining apparatus of claim 1 , ...

BEARING ASSEMBLY FOR A PIPE MACHINING APPARATUS

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 ...

BEARING ASSEMBLY FOR A PIPE MACHINING APPARATUS

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 ...

COUPLING MEMBERS FOR PIPE MACHINING APPARATUSES

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 ...

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

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 ...

CRASH RESISTANT TRIP FOR A PIPE MACHINING APPARATUS

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 method of operating a pipe machining apparatus , the method comprising:fixedly coupling a frame of the pipe machining apparatus to a pipe;moving a tool support relative to the frame, wherein the tool support is moveably coupled to the frame;advancing a tool coupled to the tool support toward the pipe at an increment due to an advancement member, coupled to the tool support, contacting a first linear contact-surface of a first advancement projection fixedly attached to the frame; andadvancing the tool coupled to the tool support toward the pipe at the increment due to the advancement member contacting a second linear contact-surface of a second advancement projection fixedly attached to the frame.2. The method of further comprising moving the first and second advancement projections into and out of a path of the advancement member.3. The method of wherein the advancement member comprises a star.4. The method of wherein the advancement member comprises a star and the first and second advancement projections each respectively comprise a semi-circle.5. The method of further comprising the first linear contact-surface of the first advancement projection and the second linear ...

CUTTING APPARATUS INCLUDING A WIRE CUTTING MEMBER

A cutting apparatus includes a wire cutting member, a plurality of wheels about which the wire cutting member is at least partially wrapped, a first arm member supporting at least one of the plurality of wheels, and a second arm member supporting at least one of the plurality of wheels. The first arm member and the second arm member may be moveable between a first position, in which the cutting apparatus has a first size, and a second position, in which the cutting apparatus has a second size larger than the first size. A wire saw includes an adjustment member coupled to at least one of a plurality of wheels for moving the at least one of the plurality of wheels to adjust a tension of a wire cutting member. A wire saw includes a visual indicator for indicating an amount of tension applied to a wire cutting member 1. A cutting apparatus comprising:a wire cutting member;a plurality of wheels about which the wire cutting member is at least partially wrapped;a first arm member supporting at least one of the plurality of wheels; anda second arm member supporting at least one of the plurality of wheels;wherein the first arm member and the second arm member are moveable relative to each other between a first position, in which the cutting apparatus has a first size, and a second position, in which the cutting apparatus has a second size larger than the first size.2. The cutting apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first arm member and the second arm member are rotatable between the first position and the second position.3. The cutting apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the cutting apparatus has a width of about twelve inches claim 1 , depth of about twelve inches and a height greater than the width and the depth when in the first position.4. The cutting apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the width of the cutting apparatus is greater when in the second position.5. The cutting apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the cutting apparatus has a first width in the first position and a second ...

Rapidly retractable tool support for a pipe machining apparatus

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.

COUPLING MEMBERS AND PIPE MACHINING APPARATUSES INCLUDING COUPLING MEMBERS

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 ...

RAPIDLY RETRACTABLE TOOL SUPPORT FOR A PIPE MACHINING APPARATUS

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 ...

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

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 ...

Rapidly retractable tool support for a pipe machining apparatus

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.

METHOD OF USING LASER LINE GENERATOR TOOL OF A PIPE MACHINING APPARATUS

A method of using a pipe machining apparatus according to an aspect includes providing 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 images 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 method of mounting a pipe machining apparatus on a pipe , comprising:Marking an outer surface of the pipe with a mark to delineate a cut line around the outer surface of the pipe;mounting a frame onto the pipe in a first position to generally align with the mark;activating a laser light mounted on the frame to image a laser light onto the pipe to align with the mark; androtating the activated laser light relative to the frame to image the laser light on to the outer surface of the pipe as the laser light is rotated around the outer surface of the pipe.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising repositioning the frame into a new position relative to the pipe claim 1 , the new position being different than the first position.3. The method of claim 2 , further comprising cutting the pipe when the frame is in the new position.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the frame can be repositioned several times into a new position.5. The method of claim 2 , further comprising:removing the laser light from the frame when the frame is in the new position;engaging a cutting tool with the frame; andusing the cutting tool to cut the pipe.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the pipe is marked with a plurality of marks claim 1 , and the laser light is activated to image the laser light onto one of the marks claim 1 , the ...

CUTTING APPARATUS INCLUDING A WIRE CUTTING MEMBER

A cutting apparatus includes a wire cutting member, a plurality of wheels about which the wire cutting member is at least partially wrapped, a first arm member supporting at least one of the plurality of wheels, and a second arm member supporting at least one of the plurality of wheels. The first arm member and the second arm member may be moveable between a first position, in which the cutting apparatus has a first size, and a second position, in which the cutting apparatus has a second size larger than the first size. A wire saw includes an adjustment member coupled to at least one of a plurality of wheels for moving the at least one of the plurality of wheels to adjust a tension of a wire cutting member. A wire saw includes a visual indicator for indicating an amount of tension applied to a wire cutting member 1. A wire saw comprising:a frame:a housing coupled to and moveable relative to the frame;a plurality of wheels coupled to the housing;a wire cutting member wrapped at least partially around the plurality of wheels; anda visual indicator for indicating an amount of tension applied to the wire cutting member.2. The wire saw of claim 1 , further comprising a coupling member coupled to the frame and configured to rigidly couple the frame to an object claim 1 , wherein the housing is configured to move relative to the frame and the object.3. The wire saw of claim 1 , wherein the visual indicator has a first state claim 1 , in which the tension applied to the wire cutting member is within a range claim 1 , and a second state claim 1 , in which the tension applied to the wire cutting member is outside the range.4. The wire saw of claim 3 , wherein the range is about 40 pounds to about 60 pounds.5. The wire saw of claim 3 , further comprising an adjustment assembly coupled to the frame and the housing and configured to move the housing relative to the frame claim 3 , wherein the adjustment assembly includes a handle claim 3 , and wherein the first state is a gap ...

PIPE MACHINING SYSTEM FOR POSITIONING PIPE MACHINING APPARATUS IN THREE-DIMENSIONAL COORDINATE SYSTEM

In one aspect, a pipe machining system is provided and includes a positioning apparatus, a pipe machining apparatus, and an adjustment member coupled to the positioning apparatus and a pipe machining apparatus. The adjustment member is configured to move the pipe machining apparatus relative to the positioning apparatus. In one aspect, the pipe machining system also includes a position tracking apparatus configured to identify a position of the pipe machining apparatus relative to a pipe on which the system is mounted. 1. A pipe machining system configured to machine a pipe , comprising:a positioning apparatus comprising a body, a plurality of coupling members provided on the body, each coupling member having a foot configured to engage the pipe;a pipe machining apparatus configured to be mounted to the pipe and to perform a cutting operation on the pipe; anda plurality of adjustment members coupled to the positioning apparatus and to the pipe machining apparatus, each adjustment member being configured to move the pipe machining apparatus relative to the positioning apparatus and relative to the pipe.2. The pipe machining system of claim 1 , further comprising a position tracking apparatus configured to identify a position of the pipe machining apparatus.3. The pipe machining system of claim 2 , wherein the position tracking apparatus includes a laser emitter and receiver and a reflective member capable of being engaged by the emitted laser and reflecting the laser back to the laser emitter and receiver claim 2 , the reflective member being mounted on the pipe machining apparatus.4. The pipe machining system of claim 2 , further comprising a controller in communication with the position tracking apparatus claim 2 , the plurality of coupling members and the plurality of adjustment members for receiving data from the position tracking apparatus claim 2 , from the plurality of coupling members and from the plurality of adjustment members and for transmitting data to ...

Pipe machining system for positioning pipe machining apparatus in three-dimensional coordinate system

In one aspect, a pipe machining system is provided and includes a positioning apparatus, a pipe machining apparatus, and an adjustment member coupled to the positioning apparatus and a pipe machining apparatus. The adjustment member is configured to move the pipe machining apparatus relative to the positioning apparatus. In one aspect, the pipe machining system also includes a position tracking apparatus configured to identify a position of the pipe machining apparatus relative to a pipe on which the system is mounted.

Crash resistant trip for a pipe machining apparatus

A pipe machining apparatus includes a flume, 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.

Apparatus for machining pipes and/or pipe flanges

A pipe machining apparatus (20) is provided that includes a frame (28), a tool carrier (32) coupled to and rotatable relative to the frame (28), a first machining apparatus (21) including a first tool support (48) and a first tool supported by the first tool support (48) and a second machining apparatus (23) including a bridge member (84), a second tool support (140) supported by the bridge member (84), and a second tool (27) supported by the second tool support (140). The first tool is configured to perform a first machining operation and the second tool (27) is configured to perform a second machining operation different than the first machining operation. The first machining apparatus (21) and the second machining apparatus (23) are interchangeably couplable to and rotatable with the tool carrier (32). Two tool supports (140) may be mounted on the bridge member (84).

Crash resistant trip for a pipe machining apparatus

A pipe machining apparatus includes a flume, 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.

Apparatus for machining pipes and/or pipe flanges

A pipe machining apparatus (20) is provided that includes a frame (28), a tool carrier (32) coupled to and rotatable relative to the frame (28), a first machining apparatus (21) including a first tool support (48) and a first tool supported by the first tool support (48) and a second machining apparatus (23) including a bridge member (84), a second tool support (140) supported by the bridge member (84), and a second tool (27) supported by the second tool support (140). The first tool is configured to perform a first machining operation and the second tool (27) is configured to perform a second machining operation different than the first machining operation. The first machining apparatus (21) and the second machining apparatus (23) are interchangeably couplable to and rotatable with the tool carrier (32). Two tool supports (140) may be mounted on the bridge member (84).

Coupling members for pipe machining apparatuses

Pipe machining apparatuses (20), coupling members (104; 132), and methods of assembling pipe machining apparatuses are provided. In one aspect, a coupling member (132) for coupling together a first section (24a) and a second section (24b) of a pipe machining apparatus includes a first housing member (136) adapted to couple to the first section, a second housing member (140) adapted to couple to the second section, an arm (144) movably coupled to the first housing member, and an engagement member (204) 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.

Rapidly retractable tool support for a pipe machining apparatus

Coupling members and pipe machining apparatuses including coupling members

Rapidly retractable tool support for a pipe machining apparatus

A pipe machining apparatus (20) includes a frame (28), a tool carrier (32) coupled to and movable relative to the frame (28), and a tool support (48) coupled to and movable with the tool carrier (32) relative to the frame (28). The tool support 48) is adapted to support a tool (52) and move the tool (52) in a first direction toward a pipe at a first increment and move the tool (52) in a second direction away from the pipe at a second increment. The second increment is larger than the first increment.

Coupling members and pipe machining apparatuses including coupling members

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.

Pipe machining apparatus with a removable laser line generator tool

A pipe machining apparatus according to an aspect includes a frame (28) capable of being mounted onto a pipe, a tool carrier (32) coupled to and movable relative to the frame (28), a tool support (48) coupled to and movable with the tool carrier (32) relative to the frame (28), and a laser line generator tool (300) mounted on and movable with the tool support (48). The laser line generator tool (300) 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.

Pipe machining apparatus with a removable laser line generator tool

Pipe machining apparatus with a removable laser line generator tool

A pipe machining apparatus according to an aspect includes a frame (28) capable of being mounted onto a pipe, a tool carrier (32) coupled to and movable relative to the frame (28), a tool support (48) coupled to and movable with the tool carrier (32) relative to the frame (28), and a laser line generator tool (300) mounted on and movable with the tool support (48). The laser line generator tool (300) 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.

Assembly for positioning pipe machining apparatus for miter cutting

A positioning assembly is provided to position a pipe machining apparatus on a pipe so that a miter cut can be performed. The pipe machining apparatus includes a frame, a tool carrier rotatably mounted to the frame, wherein the frame and tool carrier define a longitudinal central axis, a plurality of couplers equally spaced around the frame and coupled to the frame, each coupler being configured to be moved radially relative to the frame and the tool carrier to engage a surface of the pipe and further being configured to move the frame and the tool carrier parallel to the longitudinal central axis, and a scale on the tool carrier, the scale being configured to display the distance between the frame and tool carrier and the surface of the pipe. The method of using same is provided.

Bearing assembly for a pipe machining apparatus

Pipe machining apparatuses and bearing assemblies are provided. In one aspect, a pipe machining apparatus (20) includes a frame (28), a tool carrier (32), a first roller bearing (72A) and a second roller bearing (72B). The tool carrier (32) is coupled to and movable relative to the frame (28) and defines a race (76) 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.

Coupling members and pipe machining apparatuses including coupling members

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.