Apparatus and method for preparing a tire for mounting
US8678066B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 17, 2010 |
| Grant date | Mar 25, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 6, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60C25/132
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus is configured to receive a tire having at least two bead portions, including a first bead portion and a second bead portion. The apparatus includes a plurality of members configured to engage the first bead portion of the tire, at least one expander configured to move the plurality of members outward, and a rotating device configured to rotate the plurality of members about an axis of the tire.
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