Apparatus and process to create 3-D pattern on material
US10253502B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 1, 2017 |
| Grant date | Apr 9, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 1, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04D1/26
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The apparatus and process disclosed relates to the application of a pattern on a material such as roof covering or siding where the surface is coated with media to create a three dimensional pattern. The 3-D pattern is created in multiple detailed steps so that the width of the pattern can be of an adjustable size in order to make the pattern more diverse and variable. The apparatus and method disclosed herein utilizes a series of applicator units which apply media in a pattern or without a specific pattern onto the material. The first applicator unit is designed to be the master applicator unit. Each applicator unit can include a separate drive or motor. The apparatus and process disclosed incorporates one or more slave applicator units. These slave pattern applicator units with slave pattern applicator rolls are synchronized to the master pattern applicator roll located in the master applicator unit.
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