摘要 |
An apparatus for embossing and bending metal strip having a pattern of stop-weld material sandwiched within it, with at least a portion of the stop-weld material corresponding to at least one inflatable fluid passageway. The apparatus comprises a spindle whose operative surface is contoured to provide the desired bend radius. The apparatus further includes means for embossing the strip and means for bending the strip about the spindle. Alternative embodiments include the use of a rubber spindle and combined means for bending and embossing the strip.
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