Abstract:
In a blow-molding operation, a method of forming a recessed area in the exterior wall of the parison and maintaining the recessed area in a heated condition while the remainder of the parison is formed and cooled. Also an apparatus (ram means) employed in such a method comprising (a) an arm, (b) a head and (c) a tip. The method and apparatus find application where a gripping-action is desired or required between the fabricated product and another sub-assembly.