Process for making an embossed web
US8206628B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 11, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jun 26, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 11, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB32B2553/00
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A process for making an embossed web. A precursor web is provided between a forming structure and a compliant substrate. The forming structure has a plurality of discrete protruded elements and lands completely surrounding them. Pressure is provided between the compliant substrate and the forming structure to conform the precursor web to the forming structure to form the embossed web. The resulting embossed web has a plurality of discrete extended elements completely surrounded by land areas.
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