Patents Assigned to Eduard Wille GmbH & Co KG
  • Patent number: 11618138
    Abstract: A release mechanism for an electronically triggered torque tool to tighten a screw or a similar fastener triggers at a target torque. The release mechanism comprises a drive body and a main body, which rotate around a common axis to transfer a torque. A locking mechanism couples the drive body and the main body to transfer a torque. Measuring and evaluating means to measure and evaluate the torque transferred are provided, whereby a signaling device activates the locking mechanism to decouple the drive body from the main body upon reaching a target torque.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 3, 2019
    Date of Patent: April 4, 2023
    Assignee: STAHLWILLE Eduard Wille GmbH & Co. KG
    Inventor: Brad Jenkins
  • Patent number: 11518010
    Abstract: A setting torque tool to tighten a screw or a similar fastener to a target torque is disclosed. The torque tool comprises a main body with a housing and a drive shaft, which is firmly attached to the housing to transfer a torque. The drive shaft has a connection area, to which a drive can be connected. An adapter for an operating tool rotates together with the housing and the drive shaft to transfer the torque, Sensor measure and evaluate the torque transferred. A release mechanism, which is arranged in the housing, releases the torque tool upon reaching a target torque.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 7, 2019
    Date of Patent: December 6, 2022
    Assignee: STAHLWILLE Eduard Wille GmbH & Co. KG
    Inventors: Brad Jenkins, Rainer Schwafertz
  • Publication number: 20220255770
    Abstract: A system for exchanging data between control or evaluation apparatuses and data- producing devices, such as tools, testing installations, calibrating installations or appliances for automatic identification is proposed, wherein the system comprises a control or evaluation apparatus and at least one network-capable module which can be connected or is connected to a data-producing device, wherein the control or evaluation apparatus and the network-capable module are designed to exchange data via a wireless data link, wherein, in a first operating mode, a communication protocol provided for exchanging data between the control or evaluation apparatus and the data-producing device is tunneled via the wireless data link.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 21, 2020
    Publication date: August 11, 2022
    Applicant: STAHLWILLE Eduard Wille GmbH & Co. KG
    Inventors: David Schoenen, Timo Schmidt
  • Publication number: 20210107121
    Abstract: The invention relates to a torque tool, a torque testing device or a rotational angle testing device, with a user identification unit for identifying the user of the tool. The system further includes a user data unit in which user-specific data for handling the tool are collected, a work data unit in which work data for applications of the tool are collected, a learning unit connected to the user data unit, and the work data unit, in which data are recorded during an operation of the tool by the user and are compared with the data collected in the user data unit and the work data unit and are adapted in the event of a deviation. An adaptation unit is connected to the user data unit and the work data unit, and the operation of the tool is adaptable and controllable, depending on the user-specific data and the work data.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 13, 2019
    Publication date: April 15, 2021
    Applicant: STAHLWILLE EDUARD WILLE GMBH & CO. KG
    Inventor: WINFRIED CZILWA
  • Publication number: 20210069879
    Abstract: A setting torque tool to tighten a screw or a similar fastener to a target torque is disclosed. The torque tool comprises a main body with a housing and a drive shaft, which is firmly attached to the housing to transfer a torque. The drive shaft has a connection area, to which a drive can be connected. An adapter for an operating tool rotates together with the housing and the drive shaft to transfer the torque, Sensor measure and evaluate the torque transferred. A release mechanism, which is arranged in the housing, releases the torque tool upon reaching a target torque.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 7, 2019
    Publication date: March 11, 2021
    Applicant: STAHLWILLE Eduard Wille GmbH & Co. KG
    Inventors: Brad Jenkins, Rainer Schwafertz
  • Publication number: 20200398409
    Abstract: A release mechanism for an electronically triggered torque tool to tighten a screw or a similar fastener triggers at a target torque. The release mechanism comprises a drive body and a main body, which rotate around a common axis to transfer a torque. A locking mechanism couples the drive body and the main body to transfer a torque. Measuring and evaluating means to measure and evaluate the torque transferred are provided, whereby a signaling device activates the locking mechanism to decouple the drive body from the main body upon reaching a target torque.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 3, 2019
    Publication date: December 24, 2020
    Applicant: STAHLWILLE Eduard Wille GmbH & Co. KG
    Inventor: Brad Jenkins
  • Publication number: 20200215671
    Abstract: The disclosure relates to a communication device (36, 72, 74, 78) for an operating tool (10, 68, 70) and/or for a measuring device to transmit data between the operating tool (10, 68, 70) and the measuring device and a data processing system (62, 66). The communication device (36, 72, 74, 78) comprises an authentication module (42) for authentication of the operating tool (10, 68, 70) and/or of the measuring device when transmitting data. A transmission module (38) transfers the data over a mobile network (40) via Internet connections. The invention further relates to an operating tool (10, 68, 70) and/or measuring device with means (76) for generating user data and/or usage data with a communication device (36, 72, 74, 78) for exchanging data between the operating tool and/or measuring device and a data processing system (62, 66).
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 18, 2018
    Publication date: July 9, 2020
    Applicant: STAHLWILLE Eduard Wille GmbH & Co. KG
    Inventors: Winfried CZILWA, Jürgen BUSMANN
  • Patent number: 9089953
    Abstract: A ratcheting tool comprises a drive housing provided with a housing cover and an actuating lever. A drive is arranged in the drive housing, wherein the drive comprises a rotary part with toothing rotatably supported in the drive housing. A connector serves for receiving plug-on or plug-in tools. A locking pawl is pivotally arranged in the drive housing, wherein the locking pawl comprises a toothing which engages the toothing of the rotary part for transmitting torque in one direction of rotation. A switch sets the direction of rotation and the engagement of the toothing of the locking pawl into the toothing of the rotary part. A hinge connection connects the locking pawl to the switch, wherein the switch comprises a switching pin which is rotatably supported in the drive housing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 21, 2014
    Date of Patent: July 28, 2015
    Assignee: Eduard Wille GmbH & Co. KG
    Inventors: Dieter Heidel, Hans-Joachim Mehlau, Joachim Wilhelm, Michael Backhaus
  • Publication number: 20140139406
    Abstract: A display system for a torque tool which is provided for measuring or applying torque comprises a housing having a handle at one end. A measuring arrangement for detecting torque is arranged in the housing. At the other end of the housing a connection element is provided for transmitting torque to a workpiece. Furthermore, a processor-controlled control digitally processes set or measured data and a display cooperates with the control and displays graphic display contents or data, such as the applied or set torque. A transmission device and a separate display device for transmitting and displaying the graphical display contents or data are provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 15, 2013
    Publication date: May 22, 2014
    Applicant: Eduard Wille GmbH & Co., KG
    Inventor: Michael Backhaus
  • Publication number: 20140069211
    Abstract: A torque tool for measuring and/or applying a torque, consists of a shaft-like housing with a handle at one end, wherein a measuring device is provided in the housing for detecting the torque. A connecting member is provided at the other end of the housing which transmits the torque to a work piece. A digital display indicates the applied torque or a preset torque. The display is formed as an electronic OLED display.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 28, 2013
    Publication date: March 13, 2014
    Applicant: Eduard Wille GmbH & Co. KG
    Inventor: Eduard Wille GmbH & Co. KG
  • Patent number: 8650928
    Abstract: An actuating device for calibrating torque/angle wrenches encompassing a torque measuring system, includes at least a means for accommodating the torque/angle wrench, a torque actuator for applying a torque to the torque/angle wrench, and a torque sensor for detecting the torque. Provision is made for a rotation angle measuring system for rotating the torque measuring system in such a manner that a rotation of the torque/angle wrench about a rotation angle can be measured in addition to the measuring of a torque in the torque/angle wrench.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 1, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 18, 2014
    Assignee: Eduard Wille GmbH & Co. KG
    Inventor: Siegfried Herbold
  • Patent number: 8627730
    Abstract: The invention relates to a torque sensor comprising an inner body, an outer annular body surrounding the inner body concentrically and webs connecting the inner body to the outer annular body in a star shape. Further on the torque sensor comprises a means for introducing torque and at least one measuring element on a web for determining deformation. The webs have the form of a u-profile.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 8, 2011
    Date of Patent: January 14, 2014
    Assignee: Eduard Wille GmbH & Co. KG
    Inventors: Petar Valov, Rainer Schwafertz, Hans-Joachim Mehlau
  • Publication number: 20120055228
    Abstract: An actuating device for calibrating torque/angle wrenches encompassing a torque measuring system, includes at least a means for accommodating the torque/angle wrench, a torque actuator for applying a torque to the torque/angle wrench, and a torque sensor for detecting the torque. Provision is made for a rotation angle measuring system for rotating the torque measuring system in such a manner that a rotation of the torque/angle wrench about a rotation angle can be measured in addition to the measuring of a torque in the torque/angle wrench.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 1, 2011
    Publication date: March 8, 2012
    Applicant: EDUARD WILLE GMBH & CO. KG
    Inventor: Siegfried Herbold
  • Patent number: 8117887
    Abstract: An operating device for testing torque wrenches is formed with a carrier for fixing a torque wrench to be tested. A transducer is coupled to the head portion of the torque wrench. A grip holder is provided for fixing the grip of the torque wrench and a deflecting mechanism is adapted for generating a torque to the head portion of the torque wrench to be tested. Further on a sliding mechanism is provided for sliding the grip in the grip holder without friction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 27, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 21, 2012
    Assignee: Eduard Wille GmbH & Co. KG
    Inventors: Rainer Schwafertz, Lothar Schmitt
  • Patent number: 7885780
    Abstract: The invention relates to an operating device for testing torque wrenches with a data storage. A carrier is provided for fixing a torque wrench to be tested. A transducer is arranged at the carrier and coupled to the head portion of the torque wrench to be tested. A grip holder arranged on the carrier fixes the grip of the torque wrench to be tested. A deflecting mechanism generates a torque on the head portion of the torque wrench to be tested. A communication unit is coupled to the data storage of the torque wrench for data exchange.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 27, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 8, 2011
    Assignee: Eduard Wille GmbH & Co. KG
    Inventor: Michael Lucke
  • Patent number: D658687
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 27, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 1, 2012
    Assignee: Eduard Wille GmbH & Co. KG
    Inventor: Marco Theissen
  • Patent number: D719801
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 22, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 23, 2014
    Assignee: Eduard Wille GmbH & Co KG
    Inventor: Marco Theissen
  • Patent number: D720975
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 22, 2012
    Date of Patent: January 13, 2015
    Assignee: Eduard Wille GmbH & Co KG
    Inventor: Marco Theissen
  • Patent number: D743762
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 26, 2014
    Date of Patent: November 24, 2015
    Assignee: Eduard Wille GmbH & Co. KG
    Inventor: Marco Theissen
  • Patent number: D754501
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 26, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 26, 2016
    Assignee: EDUARD WILLE GMBH & CO KG
    Inventor: Marco Theissen