Abstract: A backplate assembly for supporting the molds of blowmolding machines having plural molds wherein the backplate assembly consists of two planar plates having a resilient elastic compressible cushion disposed therebetween to permit limited self-adjustment of the plates as determined by pressure produced upon the mold halves closing. The cushion is formed by an elongated spirally configured elastic resilient strand located within recesses formed in the plates, and the configuration of the strand may be related to the distribution of compressive forces imposed on the backplate assembly.

Abstract: The invention pertains to a system for dispensing tacky thermoplastic material such as butyl, and the like, and includes encasing a strip of the tacky material within a thin, non-tacky thermoplastic film capable of fluxing into the material at elevated temperatures wherein the material may be wound upon a spool for transportation and handling, and the material is fed from a spool into mixing and heating apparatus, preferably in the form of an extrusion gun, for application where desired as a bead.