Deep grip mechanism for blow mold and related methods and bottles
US9993959B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 25, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jun 12, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 28, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2031/7158
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Disclosed is a mold for forming a deep grip container, the mold having drive mechanisms opposably to drive moveable inserts into the mold. The drive mechanisms may be located entirely within the mold and may include a slotted cam. Also disclosed is a method of manufacturing a blow molded bottle with a deep pinch grip comprising: providing a mold hanger having an outer envelope and providing within the outer envelope a drive mechanism to drive moveable inserts into the mold after blowing molten plastic into contact with the mold. Further disclosed is a blow molded bottle with a deep pinch grip manufactured according to the disclosed methods.
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