Apparatus for forming one-piece metal can bodies
US4996865A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 5, 1990 |
| Grant date | Mar 5, 1991 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 5, 2010 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB21D22/28
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A horizontally movable ram and crank drive mechanism therefor for reciprocating the working end of the ram in straight line motion through a die pack for ironing and drawing metallic can bodies is disclosed. The ram is supported by a hydrostatic type bearing support assembly to counteract gravitational vertical deflection of the unsupported working end of the ram. A cardan type crank drive mechanism for converting rotational input force into straight line reciprocating movement of an output shaft is also disclosed.
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