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Method for eliminating detrimental effects of flash on cups used for sport stacking

US7740789B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 9, 2006
Grant dateJun 22, 2010
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Expiry dateMar 9, 2029

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29L2031/5218
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method of making a cup that decreases the amount of flash on a bottom surface of the cup is provided. More specifically, a cup is provided that includes a thickened lip around an open surface. The lip also includes a recess for the receipt of excess material generated by the molding process. This excess material, or flashing, is detrimental to the use of cups in cup stacking competitions.

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