Welding method and apparatus

Details Welding method and apparatus Welding method and apparatus

2005-08-09

2005-08-09

Edmondson, Lynne R. (Department: 1725)

Metal fusion bonding

Process

With shaping

C029S03300H, C029S03800E

Reexamination Certificate

active

06926189

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for welding closed one end of each of a multiplicity of open-ended tubes suitable for use as brachytherapy capsules includes a welding station having a welding position for welding closed one end of a tube, a rotatable platform having an outside edge, a tube holder positioned adjacent the outside edge, the tube holder movable between a loading position and the welding position, and a feed line positioned in overlying registry with the tube holder at the loading position.

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