Panel construction and method for manufacturing
US5832692A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 25, 1996 |
| Grant date | Nov 10, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 25, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04C2/10
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A hollow panel for use in making furniture and other products. The panel includes a plurality of side rails and interior blocks positioned vertically and adhesively secured to outer sheets. The blocks and the side rails are made of offal or scrap products. Preferably, a template is used to manufacture the panels and a vacuum is used to attach one of the panels to the side rails and blocks. Also disclosed are a method and a device to make the panel.
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