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Redraw mechanism for can body maker apparatus

US5775160A · kind A · utility

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20Claims
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Filing dateApr 30, 1997
Grant dateJul 7, 1998
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Expiry dateApr 30, 2017

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB21D22/28
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An improved can body maker apparatus has a redraw system of reduced mass. An air actuator is incorporated into the redraw motion assembly to maintain a cam actuated arm in contact with a cam surface during the reform cycle. A improved mechanical linkage eliminates the conventional redraw carriage. The redraw sleeve is supported within a fluid bearing mounted in a stationary housing.

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