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Adjustable positioning apparatus for cooling members

US7946138B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 7, 2006
Grant dateMay 24, 2011
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Expiry dateAug 21, 2028

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC03B37/0209
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An apparatus for adjusting the cooling members located beneath fiberizing bushings is disclosed having the capability of moving each cooling member, or one portion of each cooling member, in a generally vertical direction, and/or in a lateral and/or tilting direction. Also disclosed is a process of using the apparatus to make fibers from molten material including molten glass.

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