Abstract: A surface treating article including a hub. The surface treating article and hub provide an improved mechanical interlock to each other. Preferably, the unitary surface treating article is molded to the hub.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
February 23, 1998
Date of Patent:
October 24, 2000
Assignee:
3M Innovative Properties Company
Inventors:
Phillip M. Winter, Charles B. Dousette, Jerome M. Fried, Yvonne I. Lund, David D. Lindeman
Abstract: A soft elastomeric disc for removal of polymeric compositions from an underlying substrate. The disc is useful for removing decorative decals, stripes, graphics, emblems, protective moldings, paint and adhesive and is made from a filled elastomeric composition. The elastomeric composition is filled with a system that combines an organic lubricant and a non-abrasive particulate.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
June 4, 1997
Date of Patent:
March 9, 1999
Assignee:
Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company