Patent ID: 6554601
Filing Date: 2003-04-29
Classification: B29C,D21F

Abstract:
An apparatus for making a papermaking belt comprising a reinforcing structure and a resinous framework joined thereto, the apparatus comprising:a molding member having a pattern of fluid-permeable molding pockets structured to receive and carry a flowable resinous material therein, at least a portion of the molding member being juxtaposed with at least a portion of the reinforcing structure; a means for depositing the flowable resinous material into the molding pockets of the molding member; a means for creating a fluid pressure differential sufficient to transfer the flowable resinous material from the molding pockets of the molding member to the reinforcing structure; a means for solidifying the flowable resinous material transferred to the reinforcing structure, thereby forming the resinous framework joined to the reinforcing structure, whereby the papermaking belt is formed.