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Molded modular link and a fabric made from a plurality thereof

US6544389B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 19, 2002
Grant dateApr 8, 2003
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Expiry dateFeb 19, 2022

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T442/2484
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A link for making a modular papermaking fabric by interconnecting with other links is made through molding techniques to have predetermined characteristics such as open area, permeability, surface finish, etc. A papermaking fabric is constructed from a plurality of interconnected links and has predetermined permeability established by the combination of open and contact areas on each link.

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