Machine having sensors for controlling molding operation
US7014453B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 17, 2002 |
| Grant date | Mar 21, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 21, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2031/5227
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A mold and molding machine having a sensor and a control circuit for monitoring operation of the molding machine during a molding operation. The molding machine may be a blow molding machine that is used in an insert molding operation wherein a preformed insert is placed in the mold and the sensor is used to detect the condition within the mold such as the location of the insert. The insert sensor may be a microswitch, proximity sensor, or ultrasonic sensor. Other sensors such as temperature sensors or pressure sensors may also be incorporated in the mold.
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