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Paintless film edge sealing tool

US6607596B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJul 9, 2001
Grant dateAug 19, 2003
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Expiry dateSep 13, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB64F5/30
  • WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

An apparatus and method for securing an edge of a paintless type film gore. A fluid sealant material is beaded along the edge of the gore using a bead striping apparatus. The striping apparatus comprises a serrated wheel rotatably coupled to a housing which contains the fluid sealant. The sealant is transferred to the wheel and subsequently is transferred the gore edge as the wheel is rolled.

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