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Molding apparatus and method

US9033694B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 16, 2012
Grant dateMay 19, 2015
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Expiry dateAug 3, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29C44/30
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A molding apparatus for making a continuous molded article generally includes a pair of spaced-apart molding assemblies, which cooperatively generate a movable mold having a dynamic mold-cavity therein, each of the molding assemblies including a series of movable mold segments, which are adapted to fit together to form a portion of the dynamic mold-cavity, a drive mechanism for conveying the mold segments along a path, and a dispenser for dispensing a moldable, expandable material into the dynamic mold-cavity.

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