Method of joining pipes and apparatus for facilitating the same
US11339906B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 26, 2020 |
| Grant date | May 24, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 26, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2031/24
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus and method for joining pipes includes a plate for melting mating surfaces of the pipes to be joined. Additionally, the apparatus utilizes a vacuum in order to push the first and second pipes together in lieu of hand or mechanical pressure which may be inconsistent. Additionally, the vacuum allows the pipes to be joined to settle on each other in order to create a pressure about a periphery of the end of the pipe being joined to the other pipe. The consistent pressure creates a very strong joint between the first and second pipes.
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