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Method for forming at least one fold line pattern in a rigid plastic material

US5268138A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateOct 2, 1992
Grant dateDec 7, 1993
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Expiry dateOct 2, 2012

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29L2024/003
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Disclosed is a method for embossing a fold line onto a plastic sheet by first heating the plastic above its softening point and then embossing the material by passing it between a knurled flat roller and a cooperating embossing roller having a series of ridges suitable for embossing the fold line.

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