Multi-angle, articulated-jig-supported, beam-end component, manual and computer-controlled welding
US8056796B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 15, 2010 |
| Grant date | Nov 15, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 15, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23K37/0443
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Adjustable, elongate, beam-offset jig structure for assisting, under manual, or appropriate computer, control, in welding a pair of beam-end, column-interface components to the opposite ends of an elongate beam. The jig structure includes spaced, adjustable head-stock and tail-stock structures, each capable of holding such a component adjacent a beam end for adjustment to an infinite number of different, pre-weld angular-offset dispositions relative to such a beam end in order to accommodate planned horizontal and vertical beam offsets which will be encountered when such beams are installed in a building frame. A computer-controlled, robotic welder may be provided adjacent each end of the jig structure to implement appropriate welding when any and all offset angles have been jig-established.
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