Tool changing inventions 03/08

20080070767 - Method for loading and unloading of a machine tool with tools: The present invention relates to a method for loading and unloading a machine tool with tools, the tools being stored in a tool store and being transported via a manipulation device, which is particularly movable along multiple axes, to a transfer position on the machine tool or in the machine... Agent: Dykema Gossett PLLC

20080070768 - Device for loading and unloading of a machine tool: The present invention relates to a device for loading and unloading a machine tool with tools, the tools being mounted in a tool store and being transportable via a manipulation device, which is particularly movable along multiple axes to a transfer position on the machine tool or in the machine... Agent: Dykema Gossett PLLC

20080058187 - Automatic tool changer of laser beam machine: The invention provides a rotation-type changer of torches and nozzles for a laser beam machine having a movable table. The automatic tool changer 100 of a laser beam machine is equipped with a plurality of torch holders 160 and a nozzle changer 170 disposed on the magazine 150. The working... Agent: Mark D. Saralino (general) Renner, Otto, Boisselle & Sklar, LLP

20080058186 - Tool exchange device and tool: Step portions with an L-shaped section each having a vertical restriction surface and a horizontal engagement surface are provided on both sides of a main body portion of a tool. On one side of a holding portion placing and holding a mounted tool to be exchanged, a first engagement member... Agent: Greenblum & Bernstein, P.L.C