Multi-segmented embossing apparatus and method
US6998086B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 19, 2003 |
| Grant date | Feb 14, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 9, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB31F2201/0776
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An embossing method and apparatus (20) comprises a rotary embossing device (32) having a radial direction (28) and an outer peripheral surface (34). The embossing device (32) includes at least one embossing-component (48) which extends at least radially outward from the peripheral surface (34), and is configured to provide for a first embossing-pattern (38). The embossing device (32) also includes a rotary shaft member (46). A base embossing-segment (50) is operatively joined to the rotary shaft member (46) and configured to carry a first base-section (40) of the first embossing-component (48). In a particular aspect, a first, supplemental embossing-segment (52) is operatively joined and selectively positionable on the rotary shaft member (46), and is configured to carry a first supplemental-section (42) of the first embossing-component (48). In other aspects, a first spacing mechanism (56) can adjust a radial position of the first, supplemental embossing-segment (52), and a first, supplemental attachment-mechanism (60) can secure the radial position of the second supplemental embossing-segment (52).
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