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Process for manufacturing a fuel tank

US8658079B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 14, 2010
Grant dateFeb 25, 2014
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Expiry dateFeb 3, 2030

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29L2031/7172
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Process and device for manufacturing a plastic fuel tank equipped with at least one communication component, by molding a parison using a mold comprising two impressions and a core, said process comprising the pressing of the parison against the impressions and formation of a pocket in this parison, the communication component being fastened in this pocket by welding of at least one portion of its side wall to at least one portion of the side wall of the pocket.

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