Method and apparatus for applying ductile tape

摘要

The present invention concerns a method and apparatus for applying a ductile decorative tape to a glass surface, such as a window lite. One aspect of the invention is an automatic tape applicator pressure roller for applying a tape having a curved profile to a glass surface. Another aspect of the present invention is a tape applicator for applying a ductile tape to a glass surface in a curved pattern. The tape applicator pressure roller is centered on and rotates about an axis of rotation of a tape application head. Another aspect of the present invention is a tape applicator that limits bending of ductile tape as the ductile tape is applied to a glass surface. Another aspect of the present invention is an assembly for cutting lead tape applied by an automatic tape applicator.