(under the class definition) Processes combined with a step which is, per se, (1) not provided for in this class and which (2) performs a function other than that utilized to perfect the plastic molding, shaping or working operations.
(1) Note. "Perfecting" the operations of this class include operations performed on the material or work piece in the shaping means, handling of the material to present it to the shaping means, compounding the material, and heating or cooling the material or workpiece in or out of the mold.
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232+, for processes including a subsequent disparate treatment after working, molding or shaping.
307, for processes of accretion from bulk including treatment of the accreted material with an added agent or reactant.
319+, for processes of applying heat combined with a shaping step and see especially subclass 329 for processes of heating and working prior to injection molding. 345+, for heating or cooling, per se.
