Low compression-force TPE weatherseals
US10329834B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 12, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jun 25, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 12, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29C48/0022
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A weatherseal has a stiffener and a foam profile. A first portion of the foam profile is connected to the stiffener. A second portion of the foam profile is joined to the first portion at a hinge. The first and second foam profile portions have inner surfaces facing substantially towards each other and outer surfaces facing substantially away from each other. The foam profile defines at least one continuous elongate lumen. A portion of the foam profile has a resin coating.
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