System and method for controlling and coordinating welding-type processes and gouging-type processes
US8937266B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 22, 2008 |
| Grant date | Jan 20, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 8, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23K9/173
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system and method for an integrated structural welding system includes a welding-type power source configured to deliver welding-type power for a variety of welding-type processes. The system also includes a gouging torch connected to the welding-type power source to receive welding-type power during a gouging-type process and a wire feeder connected to the welding-type power source to receive welding-type power during a welding-process. Furthermore, the system includes a controller configured to coordinate operation of the wire feeder, the gouging torch, and the power supply to perform only one of the gouging-type process and the welding-type process at a given time.
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