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Apparatus and method for forming can bottoms

US5016463A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateSep 4, 1990
Grant dateMay 21, 1991
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Expiry dateSep 4, 2010

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB21D51/26
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A can bottom forming assembly for forming the bottom wall of a can body. A bodymaker punch urges a can bottom wall first against an outer forming ring, then against a middle forming ring, and then against a domer die.

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