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Insulation shielding for glass fiber making equipment

US7021084B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 9, 2002
Grant dateApr 4, 2006
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Expiry dateMar 31, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC03B37/048
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An energy-efficient inductive heater operable to heat a rotary glass fiber discharging spinner. The heater includes shielding disposed between the induction coil and the metal guard plates of the heater. The shielding may comprise any electrically insulative or dielectric material that is capable of withstanding the high operating temperatures occurring in a glass making environment.

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