Automatic interlayer trimming
US5109632A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 3, 1990 |
| Grant date | May 5, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 3, 2010 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB32B17/1099
- WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An automatic interlayer trimming assembly is provided with an abrasive belt that contacts the edge of a windshield assembly after lamination to remove any interlayer that has extruded out from the windshield edge during lamination. The belt is supported and advanced by a plurality of rollers and the windshield edge is moved in the same direction as the advancement of the belt. In addition, the belt may oscillate in a direction perpendicular to the belt advancement to help remove the interlayer.
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