Patents by Inventor Michael J. Trinkner

Michael J. Trinkner has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 11745282
    Abstract: An engine-driven welder/generator is controlled by an integrated controller that is coupled to both the engine and to the welder/generator. The controller receives input signals for operational parameters of the engine, and additional signals indicative of electrical output by the welder/generator. Operation of the engine and welder/generator may thus be coordinated. The controller may control speed, timing, fuel injection, and so forth of the engine, and output of the welder/generator, such as by control of input to a field coil.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 5, 2023
    Assignee: Illinois Tool Works Inc.
    Inventors: Richard Beeson, Daniel C. Fosbinder, Michael J. Trinkner
  • Publication number: 20180104760
    Abstract: An engine-driven welder/generator is controlled by an integrated controller that is coupled to both the engine and to the welder/generator. The controller receives input signals for operational parameters of the engine, and additional signals indicative of electrical output by the welder/generator. Operation of the engine and welder/generator may thus be coordinated. The controller may control speed, timing, fuel injection, and so forth of the engine, and output of the welder/generator, such as by control of input to a field coil.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 23, 2017
    Publication date: April 19, 2018
    Inventors: Richard Beeson, Daniel C. Fosbinder, Michael J. Trinkner
  • Patent number: 9796037
    Abstract: An engine-driven welder/generator is controlled by an integrated controller that is coupled to both the engine and to the welder/generator. The controller receives input signals for operational parameters of the engine, and additional signals indicative of electrical output by the welder/generator. Operation of the engine and welder/generator may thus be coordinated. The controller may control speed, timing, fuel injection, and so forth of the engine, and output of the welder/generator, such as by control of input to a field coil.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 30, 2009
    Date of Patent: October 24, 2017
    Assignee: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.
    Inventors: Richard Beeson, Daniel C. Fosbinder, Michael J. Trinkner
  • Publication number: 20120138587
    Abstract: A system and method are provided for controlling an internal combustion engine driving a generator/welder or a stand-alone generator. The engine and/or the generator is controlled based upon settings for welding. Controlling the engine may include altering the engine speed based upon a detected demand on the generator and/or operating parameters of a welder.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 8, 2012
    Publication date: June 7, 2012
    Applicant: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.
    Inventors: Daniel C. Fosbinder, Richard Beeson, Michael J. Trinkner
  • Patent number: 8115328
    Abstract: A system and method are provided for controlling an internal combustion engine driving a generator/welder or a stand-alone generator. The engine and/or the generator is controlled based upon settings for welding. Controlling the engine may include altering the engine speed based upon a detected demand on the generator and/or operating parameters of a welder.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 30, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 14, 2012
    Assignee: Illinois Tool Works Inc.
    Inventors: Daniel C. Fosbinder, Richard Beeson, Michael J. Trinkner
  • Publication number: 20100193489
    Abstract: An engine-driven welder/generator is controlled by an integrated controller that is coupled to both the engine and to the welder/generator. The controller receives input signals for operational parameters of the engine, and additional signals indicative of electrical output by the welder/generator. Operation of the engine and welder/generator may thus be coordinated. The controller may control speed, timing, fuel injection, and so forth of the engine, and output of the welder/generator, such as by control of input to a field coil.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 30, 2009
    Publication date: August 5, 2010
    Applicant: Illinios Tool Works Inc.
    Inventors: Richard Beeson, Daniel C. Fosbinder, Michael J. Trinkner
  • Publication number: 20100194356
    Abstract: A system and method are provided for controlling an internal combustion engine driving a generator/welder or a stand-alone generator. The engine and/or the generator is controlled based upon settings for welding. Controlling the engine may include altering the engine speed based upon a detected demand on the generator and/or operating parameters of a welder.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 30, 2009
    Publication date: August 5, 2010
    Applicant: Illinois Tool Works, Inc.
    Inventors: Daniel C. Fosbinder, Richard Beeson, Michael J. Trinkner
  • Patent number: 6472635
    Abstract: An engine driven welder has a fuel tank with a filler tube that extends upwardly from a reservoir in the machine base. The filler tube upper end and a cap thereon are below the machine top cover. The machine top cover has a cutout into which is installed a grommet that closes the cutout and that fully protects the filler tube upper end and the cap. The grommet has a hole that seals over a top portion of the filler tube such that any spilled fuel does not leak inside the machine. The filler tube has an expansion space that prevents splashback and spillover during fueling. An angled tail pipe directs engine exhaust away from the welding machine in any desired direction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 21, 2000
    Date of Patent: October 29, 2002
    Assignee: Illinois Tool Works Inc.
    Inventors: Michael J. Trinkner, Mark E. Peters, David E. Radtke
  • Publication number: 20010000607
    Abstract: An engine driven welder has a fuel tank with a filler tube that extends upwardly from a reservoir in the machine base. The filler tube upper end and a cap thereon are below the machine top cover. The machine top cover has a cutout into which is installed a grommet that closes the cutout and that fully protects the filler tube upper end and the cap. The grommet has a hole that seals over a top portion of the filler tube such that any spilled fuel does not leak inside the machine. The filler tube has an expansion space that prevents splashback and spillover during fueling. An angled tail pipe directs engine exhaust away from the welding machine in any desired direction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 21, 2000
    Publication date: May 3, 2001
    Inventors: Michael J. Trinkner, Mark E. Peters, David E. Radtke
  • Patent number: 6172332
    Abstract: An engine driven welder has a fuel tank with a filler tube that extends upwardly from a reservoir in the machine base. The filler tube upper end and a cap thereon are below the machine top cover. The machine top cover has a cutout into which is installed a grommet that closes the cutout and that fully protects the filler tube upper end and the cap. The grommet has a hole that seals over a top portion of the filler tube such that any spilled fuel does not leak inside the machine. The filler tube has an expansion space that prevents splashback and spillover during fueling. An angled tail pipe directs engine exhaust away from the welding machine in any desired direction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 19, 1999
    Date of Patent: January 9, 2001
    Assignee: Illinois Tool Works Inc.
    Inventors: Michael J. Trinkner, Mark E. Peters, David E. Radtke
  • Patent number: 5928535
    Abstract: An engine driven welder has a fuel tank with a filler tube that extends upwardly from a reservoir in the machine base. The filler tube upper end and a cap thereon are below the machine top cover. The machine top cover has a cutout into which is installed a grommet that closes the cutout and that fully protects the filler tube upper end and the cap. The grommet has a hole that seals over a top portion of the filler tube such that any spilled fuel does not leak inside the machine. The filler tube has an expansion space that prevents splashback and spillover during fueling. An angled tail pipe directs engine exhaust away from the welding machine in any desired direction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 8, 1997
    Date of Patent: July 27, 1999
    Assignee: Miller Electric Manufacturing Co.
    Inventors: Michael J. Trinkner, Mark E. Peters, David E. Radtke