Stamp-forming system and method
US12097549B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 15, 2022 |
| Grant date | Sep 24, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 15, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29C51/30
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A stamp-forming system includes a lower die formed of elastomeric material and having lower die lateral sides. In addition, the stamp-forming system includes a die wall configured to encircle the lower die lateral sides, and move vertically relative to the lower die. Also included in the stamp-forming system is an upper die configured to move between an open position in which the upper die is separated from the die wall and the lower die, and a clamped position in which the upper die is in contact with the die wall and applying clamping pressure to a blank against the lower die, to thereby form the blank into a formed article. The die wall is sized and configured to prevent lateral expansion of the lower die when the lower die is vertically compressed by the clamping pressure applied by the upper die.
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