Method of forming compressed biscuit having a beveled edge and groove for insertion of strapping means
US4541332A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | May 3, 1984 |
| Grant date | Sep 17, 1985 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 3, 2004 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S100/902
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method for converting low-density objects into a bale that is suitable for transportation and storage. A bale made in accordance with the method of the invention comprises a first compressed biscuit having a recessed groove; a second compressed biscuit adjacent the first biscuit and a strapping means inserted into the groove and extending circumferentially around the first and second biscuits. The invention is particularly useful for making bales of compressed biscuits from recycled aluminum containers.
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