(under the class definition) Apparatus in which the apparatus may be changed to one in which a diverse shaping operation is effected or in which a nonshaping operation is performed by, disassembling and reassembling or by adding or omitting parts.
(1) Note. This subclass includes, for example, means converting an injection molding machine to an extrusion machine or means converting a three-roll sheeting press to a two-roll gauging or finishing press. Combinations of diverse function apparatus with selective features which allow an operator to cause intentionally, a member of the combination to remain idle (ineffective) are provided for below in subclasses 182+, not here.
(2) Note. Mere substitution of a die of a different size or shape (e.g.., configuration of a shaping orifice) is not convertible unless the over-all function of the device is also changed.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS
29, Metal Working,
560+, for convertible metal working machines. 65, Glass Manufacturing,
167, for convertible glass manufacturing apparatus.
