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US 2023/0058902 A1Published application
Systems and methods for automated tip transfer
AssigneeToyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America, Inc.
InventorsJOHN D. ARTHUR, TERRY A. LEE, JAMES D. WOMACK
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Abstract
Systems and methods are provided for exchanging electrode tips, e.g., electrode tips used in resistance spot welding, and disposing of used/unusable electrode tips. Used/unusable electrode tips may be collected, e.g., while within an assembly line. Such used/unusable electrode tips may be routed to a receptacle(s) reside outside the assembly line. Accordingly, disposing or removing of the used/unusable electrode tips can be accomplished without stopping the assembly line, and decreasing any chance for safety events.
Claims10
A system, comprising:
- a first receptacle adapted to receive a welding electrode tip for disposal, the first receptacle being located within a restricted area;
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- a second receptacle operatively connected to the first receptacle adapted to receive the welding electrode tip from the first receptacle, the second receptable being located external to the restricted area.
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