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Pipe sealing tool and methods for use

US9475231B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateAug 28, 2014
Grant dateOct 25, 2016
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Expiry dateSep 16, 2034

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29L2031/737
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A pipe connecting tool having a pipe joining material section including a pipe joining material container, a conduit from the pipe joining material container to a delivery nozzle, and a heater in thermal communication with at least a portion of the pipe joining material section. The pipe connecting tool may include one or both of a sensor for determining when a cavity has been filled by pipe joining material ejected from the delivery nozzle and a drill module.

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