Patents Assigned to GFP Strandwood Corporation
  • Wood strand molded part having holes with densified and thinner perimeters and method of making same
    Patent number: 6830797
    Abstract: A molded wood flake or strand part (14) is shown, having a densified and/or thinner perimeter surrounding a hole (15) in the part. The method of making such part includes narrowing the mold cavity surrounding the hole, and/or providing a hole punch (17) with a shoulder which projects beyond the surface of the mold, to further compress the wood flakes or strands near the hole.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 21, 2003
    Date of Patent: December 14, 2004
    Assignee: GFP Strandwood Corporation
    Inventor: Bruce A. Haataja