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Shoe sole portion painting system

US9565900B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 16, 2014
Grant dateFeb 14, 2017
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Expiry dateNov 13, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB05D1/32
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Automated painting of a shoe sole portion is enhanced by use of a mask cover and an air knife with a paint assembly. The mask cover is positioned in front of a paint-emitting portion of a spray nozzle and is adapted to obstruct at least a portion of the paint intended to be emitted by the spray nozzle. The air knife is coupled to the mask cover and is adapted to emit a laminar fluid flow over the mask cover. The laminar fluid flow helps to limit unwanted diffusion of the paint as it passes along its intended spray path.

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