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Coextrusion apparatus and process

US4789513A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJun 5, 1987
Grant dateDec 6, 1988
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Expiry dateJun 5, 2007

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29C48/08
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The present invention provides a novel coextrusion apparatus including, in a preferred embodiment, a die within a feedblock. The apparatus includes edge seam-forming channels, which provide a core layer sandwiched within adjacent layers having integrally seamed edges. Also provided in a unique process for sandwiching a core stream within adjacent layers.

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