Method and apparatus for applying an elastic member

Details Method and apparatus for applying an elastic member Method and apparatus for applying an elastic member

2007-08-07

2007-08-07

Aftergut, Jeff H. (Department: 1733)

Adhesive bonding and miscellaneous chemical manufacture

Methods

Surface bonding and/or assembly therefor

C156S160000, C156S229000, C156S496000

Reexamination Certificate

active

10750016

ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus for stretching an elastic member and applying it to an article web include a pair of wheels that rotate the elastic member. In particular, the pair of wheels engages the elastic member at an entry location on the pair of wheels and rotates the elastic member from the entry location to an exit location on the pair of wheels. In addition, an absorbent article may include at least one elastic member provided by the method and apparatus.

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