GARY LEE BAUM
Pilots at Seney Dr, Dimondale, MI
License number
Michigan A0108310
Category
Airmen
Type
Authorized Aircraft Instructor
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Address
8818 Seney Dr, Dimondale, MI 48821
Professional information
Apparatus And Method For Electromagnetic Removal Of Spatter From A Nozzle Of An Arc Welding Torch
US Patent:
6653597, Nov 25, 2003
Filed:
Dec 28, 2001
Appl. No.:
10/034581
Inventors:
Gary Baum - Dimondale MI
Assignee:
Weld-Aid Products, Inc. - Detroit MI
International Classification:
B23K 932
US Classification:
21913743, 219136
Abstract:
An electromagnetic weld spatter removal device wherein a single control and power source may be utilized to fire multiple electromagnetic coils, thereby producing a cost savings. A first embodiment of the invention includes a contactor switch mechanism, a control mechanism, at least two contactors, and at least two electromagnetic coils for removing weld spatter. There is also disclosed a method for removing weld spatter using multiple electromagnetic coils for multiple welding stations. In a second embodiment there is disclosed a single enclosure housing the power supply, control logic board, at least two SCRs connected to at least two coils for the removal of weld spatter.