Patent · US Expired

Modular mold

US5411699A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJul 2, 1993
Grant dateMay 2, 1995
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Expiry dateJul 2, 2013

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29K2067/00
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An improved modular mold having adjustable height shims provided between upper and lower panel sections to adjust the volume and height of a PET beverage bottle. The shims are easily replaced and form part of a high-strength mold set which accepts customized shoulder and base portions.

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