Forming "v" bends in glass sheets by press bending
CA 1103457 A · Owner: Ppg Industries, Inc. · Inventors: Kelly, Joseph B.; Gibson, Kenneth A.
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FORMING "V" BENDS IN GLASS SHEETS BY PRESS BENDING Abstract of the Disclosure, Heat-softened glass sheets may have sharp bends imparted thereto by pressing between complementary molds when preceded by localized heating along the intended line of the sharp bend. The localized heat is applied along the line by means of electrical resistance heating through the glass immediately prior to the pressing step.
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- Granted June 23, 1981. A Canadian patent filed before October 1, 1989 lasted 17 years from grant, so its term ended June 23, 1998.
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