CLOSURE MECHANISM FOR TIRE CURING PRESS

摘要

An improved clamping mechanism for clamping the cover to the base of a tire curing press is provided. The clamping mechanism includes a plurality of arms located at spaced intervals about the periphery of the base of the housing. Each arm is articulated about a joint located between its ends so that it is length adjustable between an extended configuration and a shortened configuration. A drive mechanism is provided for engaging the clamping arm to effect articulation about its joint to extend and shorten it as required in order to facilitate release of the cover from the base member in use.