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21.发明授权公开(公告)号：US11224934B2
公开(公告)日：2022-01-18
申请号：US16227914
申请日：2018-12-20
Applicant: Illinois Tool Works Inc.
Inventor： Todd Earl Holverson , James Francis Rappl
Abstract: Systems, methods, and apparatus to weld by preheating welding wire and inductively heating a workpiece are disclosed. An example welding system includes: a welding current source configured to provide welding current to a welding circuit, the welding circuit comprising an electrode wire and a first contact tip of a welding torch; an electrode preheating circuit configured to provide preheating current through a first portion of the electrode wire via a second contact tip of the welding torch; and at least one induction heating coil configured to apply induction heat to a workpiece, the welding current source, the electrode preheating circuit, and the induction heating coil configured to perform a preheating operation and a welding operation on the workpiece.
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公开(公告)号：US20210053136A1
公开(公告)日：2021-02-25
申请号：US16934310
申请日：2020-07-21
Applicant: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.
Inventor： James Francis Rappl , Todd Holverson
Abstract: Apparatus and methods for welding asset tracking with heartbeat monitoring are disclosed. In some examples, a welding asset tracking system may comprise an asset tracking network of tags, hubs, and/or gateways retained by welding assets within a welding area. The welding asset tracking system may generate heartbeat signals that certain welding assets may require for normal operation, so as to ensure the welding assets are used in appropriate welding contexts and/or welding areas. In some examples, information obtained from the asset tracking network may be used to determine whether one or more heartbeat signals should be discontinued.
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公开(公告)号：US20210046570A1
公开(公告)日：2021-02-18
申请号：US16934551
申请日：2020-07-21
Applicant: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.
Inventor： James Francis Rappl , Todd Holverson
Abstract: Systems and methods for welding asset tracking are disclosed. In some examples, a welding asset tracking system may comprise an asset tracking network of tags, hubs, and/or gateways retained by welding assets within a welding area. The asset tracking network may obtain and/or communicate to an asset tracking server welding data related to one or more of the welding assets, as well as position data obtained via an internal and/or external positioning system. In this way, the welding asset tracking server may continually receive updated information regarding each welding assets identity, location, and/or use. This updated information may be used by a welding asset manager to locate welding assets, allocate assets to different welding jobs, as well as determine whether assets should be brought in for maintenance and/or whether new assets should be acquired.
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公开(公告)号：US20180021873A1
公开(公告)日：2018-01-25
申请号：US15720941
申请日：2017-09-29
Applicant: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.
Inventor： James Francis Rappl , Brian Lee Ott , Andrew David Nelson , Jeremy Daniel Overesch , Anthony Van Bergen Salsich , Quinn William Schartner , Kenneth Austin Stanzel
CPC classification number: B23K9/1087 , B23K9/095 , B23K9/1006 , B23K9/1068 , B23K9/124
Abstract: Various welding systems that provide communication over auxiliary or weld power lines are provided. The disclosed embodiments may include a multi-process welding power supply that is communicatively coupled to a pendant via an auxiliary conduit that facilitates the exchange of data and power between components of the welding system. In some embodiments, the pendant may also include auxiliary outlets that allow an operator to power auxiliary devices at the weld location. The disclosed embodiments further include a pendant with a wire spool and wire feeder drive circuitry that is configured to activate spooling during MIG welding. Embodiments are provided that also allow for bidirectional data communication over a power line in networked welding systems.
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公开(公告)号：US20150266129A1
公开(公告)日：2015-09-24
申请号：US14731075
申请日：2015-06-04
Applicant: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.
Inventor： Jeffery Ray Ihde , Thomas Don Lahti , James Francis Rappl , Joseph Edward Feldhausen
Abstract: A weld electrical and gas connector with sealed gas flow is provided. In an exemplary embodiment, a welding cable connector system includes a male connector having a conductive body for conveying welding power. The male connector includes a sealed passageway disposed coaxially of the conductive body for conveying shielding gas, and a gas sealing valve configured to seat to stop flow of shielding gas when the male connector is not engaged. The system also includes a female connector having a conductive body for conveying welding power. The female connector includes a sealed passageway disposed coaxially of the conductive body for conveying shielding gas, and a gas sealing valve configured to seat to stop flow of shielding gas when the female connector is not engaged. The male and female connectors are mutually engageable to conduct welding power and shielding gas therethrough.
Abstract translation: 提供具有密封气流的焊接电气和气体连接器。 在示例性实施例中，焊接电缆连接器系统包括具有用于输送焊接功率的导电体的阳连接器。 阳连接器包括与传导保护气体的传导体同轴设置的密封通道，以及气体密封阀，其构造成当阳连接器未接合时停止保护气体的流动。 该系统还包括具有用于输送焊接功率的导电体的阴连接器。 阴连接器包括与用于输送保护气体的导电体同轴设置的密封通道，以及气体密封阀，其构造成在阴接头未接合时停止保护气体的流动。 阳连接器和阴连接器可相互接合以进行焊接电源并保护气体。
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公开(公告)号：US20150060425A1
公开(公告)日：2015-03-05
申请号：US14537360
申请日：2014-11-10
Applicant: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.
Inventor： James Francis Rappl , Thomas Don Lahti
CPC classification number: B23K9/282 , B23K9/0008 , B23K35/0261 , B23K35/404
Abstract: A welding torch with a welding electrode and a welding electrode holder is provided. One welding torch includes a securing mechanism and an insulated grip. The securing mechanism is configured to secure an exposed central portion of a welding rod bounded by flux covered first and second sides. The securing mechanism is also configured to make electrical contact with the central portion of the rod for arc welding with the first side. The insulated grip is configured to cover the second side of the welding rod.
Abstract translation: 提供具有焊接电极和焊接电极座的焊炬。 一个焊枪包括固定机构和绝缘手柄。 固定机构构造成固定由焊剂覆盖的第一和第二侧限定的焊接棒的暴露的中心部分。 固定机构还构造成与第一侧的用于电弧焊接的杆的中心部分电接触。 绝缘把手构造成覆盖焊条的第二侧。
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公开(公告)号：US08779329B2
公开(公告)日：2014-07-15
申请号：US13708696
申请日：2012-12-07
Applicant: Illinois Tool Works Inc.
Inventor： James Francis Rappl , Thomas D. Lahti , Jeffery R. Ihde , Joseph Edward Feldhausen
IPC: B23K9/10
CPC classification number: B23K9/1006 , B23K9/1087
Abstract: Embodiments of a pendant associated with a multi-process welding power supply that allows a user to switch processes and reverse an output polarity while located remotely from a power supply unit are provided. Certain embodiments include a pendant with a wire spool and wire feeder drive circuitry that is configured to activate spooling during MIG welding. Control circuitry that may include processing circuitry and memory is provided. The control system may disable redundant controls on the power supply unit user interface when the power supply unit is connected to the pendant via a supply cable. Additionally, the control system may set the process, set the polarity, enable or disable a wire feed, and enable or disable gas flow according to inputs received via a user interface on either the power supply unit or the pendant.
Abstract translation: 提供了一种与多工艺焊接电源相关联的吊坠的实施例，其允许用户在远离电源单元的位置处切换处理并反转输出极性。 某些实施例包括具有电线卷轴和送线器驱动电路的吊件，其构造成在MIG焊接期间启动绕线。 提供了可包括处理电路和存储器的控制电路。 当电源单元通过电源线连接到吊架时，控制系统可以禁用电源单元用户界面上的冗余控制。 此外，控制系统可以根据通过电源单元或吊坠上的用户界面接收到的输入来设置过程，设置极性，启用或禁用送丝，以及启用或禁用气流。
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公开(公告)号：US20130098886A1
公开(公告)日：2013-04-25
申请号：US13708696
申请日：2012-12-07
Applicant: Illinois Tool Works Inc.
Inventor： James Francis Rappl , Thomas D. Lahti , Jeffery R. Ihde , Joseph Edward Feldhausen
IPC: B23K9/10
CPC classification number: B23K9/1006 , B23K9/1087
Abstract: Embodiments of a pendant associated with a multi-process welding power supply that allows a user to switch processes and reverse an output polarity while located remotely from a power supply unit are provided. Certain embodiments include a pendant with a wire spool and wire feeder drive circuitry that is configured to activate spooling during MIG welding. Control circuitry that may include processing circuitry and memory is provided. The control system may disable redundant controls on the power supply unit user interface when the power supply unit is connected to the pendant via a supply cable. Additionally, the control system may set the process, set the polarity, enable or disable a wire feed, and enable or disable gas flow according to inputs received via a user interface on either the power supply unit or the pendant.
Abstract translation: 提供了一种与多工艺焊接电源相关联的吊坠的实施例，其允许用户在远离电源单元的位置处切换处理并反转输出极性。 某些实施例包括具有电线卷轴和送线器驱动电路的吊件，其构造成在MIG焊接期间启动绕线。 提供了可包括处理电路和存储器的控制电路。 当电源单元通过电源线连接到吊架时，控制系统可以禁用电源单元用户界面上的冗余控制。 此外，控制系统可以根据通过电源单元或吊坠上的用户界面接收到的输入来设置过程，设置极性，启用或禁用送丝，以及启用或禁用气流。
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公开(公告)号：US12208474B2
公开(公告)日：2025-01-28
申请号：US17075284
申请日：2020-10-20
Applicant: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.
Inventor： James Francis Rappl , Jeffery Ray Ihde , Kenneth Austin Stanzel , John C. Leisner
Abstract: Systems and methods for selecting a welding process are disclosed. An example welding power supply is configured to: provide welding power for welding; receive a communication from a remote device over a weld cable, wherein the communication corresponds to a detected welding output polarity; and automatically set a new welding process based on a current welding process of the welding power supply and the received communication.
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公开(公告)号：US20240173789A1
公开(公告)日：2024-05-30
申请号：US18431367
申请日：2024-02-02
Applicant: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.
Inventor： James Francis Rappl , Todd Holverson
IPC: B23K9/095 , G05B19/4063 , G06Q10/087 , H04W4/029 , H04L12/66
CPC classification number: B23K9/0953 , G05B19/4063 , G06Q10/087 , H04W4/029 , G05B2219/34215 , G05B2219/45135 , H04L12/66
Abstract: Systems and methods for welding asset tracking are disclosed. In some examples, a welding asset tracking system may comprise an asset tracking network of tags, hubs, and/or gateways retained by welding assets within a welding area. The asset tracking network may obtain and/or communicate to an asset tracking server welding data related to one or more of the welding assets, as well as position data obtained via an internal and/or external positioning system. In this way, the welding asset tracking server may continually receive updated information regarding each welding assets identity, location, and/or use. The asset tracking server may additionally send a command to a selected welding asset that causes an interface of the selected welding asset to emit an output that enables an operator to physically identify the welding asset.
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