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Molding apparatus and method for applying positive pressure to molded container

US9636878B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 4, 2013
Grant dateMay 2, 2017
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Expiry dateNov 12, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29C2049/7832
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method of forming a container includes blow molding a primary form of the container inside a primary mold. The primary form has an exterior surface. The method also includes applying a fluid to the exterior surface of the primary form to shrink the primary form and to form a shrunken form of the container. Furthermore, the method includes blow molding a secondary form of the container from the shrunken form inside a secondary mold.

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