Rotational molding process
US6214272A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 14, 1998 |
| Grant date | Apr 10, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 14, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29K2995/0064
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A rotational molding method is provided consisting in a first method of spraying the inner mold area with an acrylic polyethylene alloy prior to loading the resin into the mold. The mold is then heated, rotated and cooled to form the molded part. The part is provided with a shinier and harder surface layer as compared to previous rotational molding methods. In a second method, in lieu of spraying, the acrylic polyethylene alloy is loaded into the mold with the resin. In the third and fourth methods, a drop box is provided for releasing resins into the mold. Other materials, in addition to acrylic polyethylene, can also be used with the various methods.
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