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Method and apparatus for making toothbrushes

US7699403B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 20, 2006
Grant dateApr 20, 2010
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Expiry dateJul 20, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA46D9/02
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method for making toothbrushes includes the steps of, providing a toothbrush, and providing an end-rounder secured to a support. The support is substantially fixed against movement. The toothbrush is moved towards the end-rounder such that free ends of bristles secured to a head of the toothbrush are rounded by the end-rounder.

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