System and method for providing a renewable masking surface
US7153460B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 22, 2003 |
| Grant date | Dec 26, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 6, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2031/3008
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A masking system is provided that includes a supply roll of masking material, supported by a first roll support. The supply roll is rotatable on the first roll support, which allows the masking material to be dispensed. A take-up roll is provided to receive masking material after it has been used. A masking arm is positioned on an inside surface of the masking material, and contacts a portion of a mold to capture the masking material between the masking arm and the mold, thereby sealing off a portion of the mold during a coating process. After the coating process, the take-up roll is rotated, thereby dispensing new masking material from the supply roll.
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