(under subclass 459) Processes which includes the step of finishing the cast product by mechanically cutting or breaking the cast product while a contiguous portion thereof is still associated with the forming mold.
(1) Note. Refer to Class 164, class definition, References to Other Classes, in the reference to Class 29 for the line between Class 29 and Class 164.
(2) Note. Flame cutting is considered mechanically cutting for purposes of this subclass.
(3) Note. The term "mold" as used herein includes (a) the core or cores, (b) corelike elements associated with gate portions of the casting and used for handling, and (c) conveying means serving to support a continuous casting while said casting is still associated with the mold.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
70.1, for a casting step provided with a product trimming, cutting, or breaking step.
78, for processes of incorporating a product dividing member during casting.
140, for apparatus to cast printing plates including means for cutting or trimming the casting. 161+, for apparatus for shaping a forming surface, e.g., mold, including cutting or sweeping means.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS
29, Metal Working,
527.6, for processes of metal casting followed by a cutting or removing step.
249, Static Molds,
52, for static molds employing a static means to produce a groove or depression in the product to facilitate breaking or cutting.
264, Plastic and Nonmetallic Article Shaping or Treating: Processes,
161, for flash or sprue removal in a plastic molding operation.
