Tube end forming and coping method and apparatus
US7284406B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 2, 2005 |
| Grant date | Oct 23, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 2, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB21D41/02
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Apparatus for both forming and coping the end of a tube. The tube is gripped such that it is aligned with a movable first tool assembly that is positioned, in a first operation, adjacent said tube end. The tool assembly is then controlled in a manner such that the tube end is formed. Thereafter, the first tool assembly is removed and replaced with a second tool assembly which is controlled in a manner such that the formed tube end is then coped. The movable tool assembly is rotatable about its axis to a predetermined plane.
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