Patent · US Expired

Multiple-layer tubing

US4287217A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateAug 4, 1978
Grant dateSep 1, 1981
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Expiry dateAug 4, 1998

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/1324
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Disclosed is a multiple layered film preferably in the form of a tube and being suitable for forming sausage casings, comprising: a central layer of a cellulose hydrate-based material; a first layer on the inside of the central layer, comprising a film of thermoplastic synthetic resinous material and being impermeable to water and water vapor; and a second layer on the outside of the central layer, comprising a synthetic elastic copolymer and being permeable to water and water vapor. Also disclosed is a method for preparing these film products.

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