Mold having modular submold
US7497677B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 8, 2004 |
| Grant date | Mar 3, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 21, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29C45/2675
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A mold can be receive mold inserts or submolds for customized configuration of the mold. In addition, the submolds can be specially configured for use. The same submold can be changed for a different use. Also, the submold can be reconfigured for use after the submold has been reconditioned. Moreover, the submolds make efficient use of materials within the mold by having many parts that are capable of reuse.
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