Methods and apparatus for monitoring and conditioning strip material
US7185519B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 15, 2003 |
| Grant date | Mar 6, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 6, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB21B2263/08
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Methods and an apparatus for monitoring and conditioning strip material are disclosed. The disclosed methods and apparatus receive encoder signals and sensor data to monitor a condition of a strip material. If an undesired material condition is detected, a material conditioner is adjusted to achieve a desired material condition. Each time a sheet is cut, flatness data associated with that sheet is recorded. Each time a bundle is finished, certification data associated with that bundle is printed.
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