Abstract: A contour cementing machine for applying latex cement in complex shapes to flat work pieces, such as shoe parts, belts, luggage parts, etc. The contour cementing machine includes a housing mounting die means, a removable tray for containing cement, means for maintaining the cement at a predetermined level, and means for actuating the die means. Preferably, the actuating means is pneumatic. Preferably, the die means is characterized by ease of convertibility of differing sizes, shapes and styles of work pieces.

Abstract: A solvent type cementer for applying a uniform thin layer of solvent cement to one side of flat work pieces, such as, for example, sock linings, innersoles, watch bands, bill folds, belts and the like. The solvent type cementer comprises an enclosure for containing the solvent cement, a cement applying roller partially disposed within the enclosure and in contact with the cement, a pair of rolls mounted adjacent the cement applying roller for flexing the flat work pieces against the roller and a drive of unitary construction characterized by being driven by a single pulley.

Abstract: A machine for applying a reinforcing tape to a workpiece positioned on a support. A unidirectional feeder advances a set length of tape onto a pad pivotable between a loading position adjacent a cutter and a tape applying position over the workpiece. The cutter, provided with a self-cleaning blade, severs the tape so that the set length remains on the pad. The pad has a roughened surface and a retainer. A driver pivots the pad so that the tape, which is immobilized thereon by the roughened surface and the retainer, is pressed onto the workpiece.