Abstract: An insert for a tire mold is provided. In one embodiment, the insert has an elongated cylindrical body. The insert includes at least one channel portion with a plurality of channels disposed in a non-axial direction along the surface of the insert. The at least one channel portion extends from a first end of the insert. The insert may further include a reduced diameter portion with at least one axial groove disposed thereon.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
May 8, 2007
Date of Patent:
May 12, 2009
Assignee:
Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire, LLC