Method of manufacturing containers

Details Method of manufacturing containers Method of manufacturing containers

2011-06-07

2011-06-07

Sullivan, Debra M (Department: 3725)

Metal deforming

Process

Deforming sheet metal

C072S348000, C072S715000, C413S076000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07954354

ABSTRACT:
A method for manufacturing containers including providing a container having a first diameter; expanding the diameter of the container to a second diameter with at least one expansion die is disclosed. Expansion dies can be used to expand the diameter of a container. Multiple expansion dies can be used to gradually expand the diameter of the container without significantly damaging the container. The container can then be formed to accept a closure.

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