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Internal brake mechanism for plastic film for a product filling machine

US6401885B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateOct 3, 2000
Grant dateJun 11, 2002
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Expiry dateOct 3, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA22C11/0254
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A brake mechanism which permits adjustment of the outer reach or extent of an elastomeric ring about the periphery of the brake. The adjustment is effected by engaging and bending the elastomeric ring seal to a greater or lesser extent depending upon the axial relationship of the component parts forming the brake.

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