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Apparatus for forming a domed bottom in a can body

US4733550A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 20, 1987
Grant dateMar 29, 1988
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Expiry dateFeb 20, 2007

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB21D22/30
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An apparatus for forming a dome in the bottom wall of a can body having a beveled peripheral edge incorporating a floating doming die and pressure ring to compensate for misalignment of the doming die and punch or the can body, and resilient members for restoring the doming die and pressure ring accurately to a normal coaxial central position.

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