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Apparatus and method for forming duct flanges and duct work

US11697147B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 16, 2021
Grant dateJul 11, 2023
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Expiry dateNov 16, 2041

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF24F13/0209
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An apparatus and method are disclosed for the automated manufacture of a duct flange profile to make small duct fittings, including a TDF duct flange profile. The duct flange profile is directed to small part duct fittings with section widths up to about 16 inches in 20 to 26 gauge metal. The apparatus includes a bending head assembly having a drive roller, a pressure roller, an anvil and a bending leaf and a roll form assembly.

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