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Method of sealing a zipper with concave bridges or bases using convex sealing bars

US7410453B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 12, 2006
Grant dateAug 12, 2008
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Expiry dateFeb 7, 2027

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S493/927
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The present invention includes a method and apparatus wherein webless zipper is provided with concave seal bridges. These concave seal bridges are complementary in shape to convex sealing bars. This captures or positions the seal bridges of the zipper profiles resulting in improved alignment of the profiles and improved performance of the manufacturing apparatus.

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