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Apparatus for the manufacture of orthopedic insoles

US4139337A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateDec 22, 1977
Grant dateFeb 13, 1979
Priority date
Expiry dateDec 22, 1997

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA43D39/00
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An apparatus for producing molded insoles from thermoplastic material comprises a box-shaped housing enclosing heating means for heating an insole. The housing has a window on an upper surface in which three faces of a prismatic body can be selectively positioned. One face forms a podoscope, another a measuring surface and the third a molding surface. A post on the housing has arms to support the user and adjustable knee rests.

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