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Press containing a pressure cell with a flexible diaphragm and a forming pad influenced by said diaphragm

US3938361A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 5, 1974
Grant dateFeb 17, 1976
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Expiry dateDec 5, 1994

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB21D22/12
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

In a hydraulic press which includes a pressure cell with a diaphragm of flexible material which is intended to press a pad of flexible material against forming pieces in a working space below the pad, the diaphragm has an opening with an annular bead therearound. Two disc-like attachment members are provided, which form between them an annular groove which fits the bead of the diaphragm. Between the bead and one of the attachment members there is formed an annular groove within which is a sealing ring which engages between the bead and at least one of the annular members.

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