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Crimping apparatus with a support structure including first and second portions

US7497106B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 14, 2006
Grant dateMar 3, 2009
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Expiry dateFeb 14, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB21D39/048
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A crimping apparatus is provided for use with a crimping machine. The crimping apparatus comprises a support structure including a first portion and a second portion. The second portion is configured to engage the first portion to define an axial passage into an interior area of the crimping apparatus. The second portion is configured to be moved completely out of engagement with the first portion to selectively define an alternative passage into the interior area of the crimping apparatus.

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