Patent ID: 7276199
Filing Date: 2007-10-02
Classification: A61C,B05C,B29C,B29L

Abstract:
1. A method of molding a part with at least one passage completely therethrough, the method comprising: extending a movable support through a portion of a mold body into a mold cavity defined by at least two opposing mold portions of a mold along at least a portion of at least one pin as the pin remains stationary relative to the mold cavity, to guide a free end of the pin for capture within a recess cooperatively defined by the at least two opposing mold portions adjacent the mold cavity, the pin being disposed within the mold cavity for forming the passage; and injecting molding material into the mold cavity as the pin's free end is captured within the recess and securely retained therein by the mold throughout the complete entirety of the injecting of molding material.