Tread extension device for use in retread finishing
US11110678B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 20, 2017 |
| Grant date | Sep 7, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 10, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29D2030/4487
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A tread extension device (10) is provided that has first (12) and second (14) tread extensions for holding a tread during brushing operations. A first connecting device (28) connects the first tread extension (12) to a first longitudinal end (18) of the tread, and engages both the first tread extension (12) and the first longitudinal end (18) of the tread. A second connecting device (30) is included that connects the second tread extension (14) to the second longitudinal end of the tread. The second connecting device (30) engages both the second tread extension and the second longitudinal end of the tread. The tread is able to be brushed in both a first direction and a second direction along its underside.
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