Recoverable sleeve with frangible restraining means

Abstract From the Canadian patent

Astract of the Disclosure, An article which comprises a hollow radially, recoverable member having at least one open end and held in a radially extended condition by a second member outside the recoverable member, by means of a bond between the outer surface of the recoverable member and the inner surface of the second member. In a preferred article, both members are sleeves. The bond is capable of being sufficiently weakened by the application of solvent thereto to allow the recoverable member to pull away from the second member and shrink radially. The second member preferably has apertures to allow radial access of the solvent to the bond and, moreover is, preferably frangible. It may …