Stuffing tube mounting assembly and follower
US8777702B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 11, 2011 |
| Grant date | Jul 15, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 7, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA45D44/00
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A stuffing tube mounting assembly and follower includes an elongated member with a tapered portion at one end that fits within a tapered end of a stuffing horn. The stuffing horn is inserted through a bore of a collar. The bore of the collar has a tapered section that engages the tapered end of the horn when the collar is attached to the member. The follower has a housing having a bore. An opening in a sidewall of the housing is in communication with the bore. Disposed within the bore is a wiper. A cap having a central opening in an end wall is attached to the housing.
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