.~ Obtaining plural product pieces from unitary workpiece {5}
417
.~.~ Dividing sequentially from leading end, e.g., by cutting or breaking
DEFINITION
Classification: 29/417
Dividing sequentially from leading end, e.g., by cutting or breaking:
(under subclass 412) Process comprising separating plural product members from a forward end of an elongated stock element by repetitively subdividing the stock element along a straight line transverse to the axis of the stock element.
(1) Note. This subclass includes a process of (1) cutting to length combined with significant treating, or (2) cutting off more than one product member from a stock element, unless provided for in a superior class.
