Jabil. has been granted a patent for a lamination apparatus designed to apply laminating film to a subject. The system features an upper and lower press with vacuum chambers, an air bearing stage, and servo-positioned tooling, ensuring continuous monitoring of positional balance and alignment during the lamination process. GlobalData’s report on Jabil gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Lamination apparatus for applying film to a subject
The patent US12070928B2 describes a sophisticated lamination apparatus designed for applying laminating films to various subjects. The apparatus features an upper press equipped with a gel plate, an upper vacuum chamber, and specialized tooling for film application. The lower press is engineered to securely hold the subject and includes a lower vacuum chamber, an air bearing stage with four strategically positioned air bearings, and a flexure diaphragm that incorporates a concentric flat spring. This design allows for vertical flexure while maintaining positional balance and alignment, which is continuously monitored by an integrated controller. The apparatus also includes heating elements to enhance the laminating process and a vision system comprising stationary cameras and a vision robot to ensure precise alignment.
Further enhancements to the lamination apparatus include a diaphragm flexure plate that provides variable planarity, specifically in the z-axis and roll rotation, and a spherical lock that prevents unwanted rotation of the lower tooling. The servo-positioned tooling is driven by multiple orthogonal servo motors, ensuring accurate positioning during the laminating process. The air bearing stage is capable of repositioning in the X-Y-theta axes, and the design incorporates seals on the vacuum chambers to maintain integrity during operation. Overall, the apparatus is characterized by its low vertical profile and advanced monitoring capabilities, making it suitable for high-precision laminating applications.
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