Method and apparatus for applying a strip of elastomeric component to a surface

摘要

An apparatus (100) for applying a strip of elastomeric material such as a tire component to a surface is disclosed. In one embodiment, the apparatus comprises a nozzle (150) in fluid communication with a pumping means (320), said nozzle having an outlet orifice (162) for applying a strip of elastomeric material onto a surface and a tongue (300) rotatably mounted adjacent said nozzle, wherein said tongue is configured to compress said strip of elastomeric material against said surface. In an other embodiment, the apparatus comprises a nozzle(150) in fluid communication with a pumping means (320), said nozzle having an outlet orifice (162) for applying a strip of elastomeric material onto a surface, wherein the nozzle is rotatably mounted to a support frame (110). Finally, a method is disclosed to apply the strip to the surface using the apparatus.