Tool and apparatus for forming a moldable material
US7867418B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 24, 2007 |
| Grant date | Jan 11, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 24, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S425/102
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention is directed to a tool and apparatus for forming a moldable material into a formed product having a desired shape, and optionally having a pouch for inserting pills, vitamins, and the like. The tool comprises a sleeve with a concentric insert, with a gap between the two for directing compressed air to eject the formed product from the tool. Exemplary apparatus using the tool and an associated method are also provided.
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