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Inverter mechanism for a glass forming machine

US7047766B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 4, 2001
Grant dateMay 23, 2006
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Expiry dateJun 30, 2022

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC03B9/165
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An invert mechanism for moving parisons between a pre-forming station and a finishing forming station of a glass forming machine is disclosed. The mechanism is disposed above a cover plate of a frame of the glass forming machine. An electric motor is disposed with its horizontal longitudinal axis above the cover plate. A driven shaft of the electric motor is connected to a horizontal invert shaft by means of a transmission. Between the driven shaft of the electric motor and the transmission a planetary gear is connected.

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