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Automatic interlayer trimming

US5109632A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateApr 3, 1990
Grant dateMay 5, 1992
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Expiry dateApr 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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