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Inflation and sealing device for inflatable air cushions

US8454779B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 5, 2012
Grant dateJun 4, 2013
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Expiry dateMar 5, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T156/15
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The invention is directed to a device for inflating and sealing an inflatable structure, such as inflatable cushions. The device includes an assembly configured for inflating a cushion cavity disposed between first and second layers of a film, and a sealing mechanism that preferably includes a rotary sealing drum, which can include a heat source.

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