Methods and apparatus for demolding tire treads
US10500769B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 31, 2013 |
| Grant date | Dec 10, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 23, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2030/002
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The invention includes methods and apparatus for demolding a tread from a mold. In particular embodiments, such methods include a step of demolding a first end of a tread from a mold to form a demolded portion of the tread, the tread extending lengthwise from the first end to a second end. A further step includes folding the tread such that at least a portion of the demolded portion is arranged overtop a portion of the tread remaining within the mold. Yet a further step includes applying lubricant to the tread to thereby lubricate relative translation between folded portions of the tread. A further step includes demolding additional portions of the tread by sliding at least a portion of the demolded portion along the portion of the tread remaining in the mold with the lubricant arranged between the demolded portion and the portion of the tread remaining within the mold.
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