Molding apparatus and method
US7815834B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 23, 2007 |
| Grant date | Oct 19, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 2, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29C33/3821
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus and method for making a mold or mold face includes a container having at least one opening. The apparatus also includes a flexible membrane that is retained to the container that extends across the opening of the container. The apparatus for making a mold further includes support media that is disposed within the container along with a vacuum valve that is connected to the container.
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