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15-04-2021 дата публикации

Вакуумный захват этикеток для роботизированного нанесения на объекты цилиндрической формы

Номер: RU0000203694U1
Автор: Максим Анатольевич Мурин, Никита Витальевич Лаптев, Николай Станиславович Криницын, Сергей Анатольевич Байдали, Сергей Сергеевич Михалевич, Юрий Александрович Чурсин
Принадлежит: Общество с ограниченной ответственностью "ИНСПАИР"

Полезная модель относится к захватным устройствам роботов-манипуляторов с вакуумным удержанием, а именно к устройствам, позволяющим проводить этикетирование поверхностей путём накатывания этикеток.Вакуумное захватное устройство робота содержит установочный фланец с трубой, на конце которой закрепляется головка захвата с размещённым на её поверхности силиконовым чехлом, в отверстия головки на рабочей поверхности вкручиваются вакуумные присоски. На торце головки захвата со стороны трубы вкручиваются быстрозажимные фитинги, которые, в свою очередь, подключаются к пневмомагистрали, соединённой с источником вакуума.Технический результат заключается в разработке вакуумного захвата в виде цилиндра для автоматизации процессов нанесения самоклеящихся этикеток с помощью робота-манипулятора. 2 ил. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 203 694 U1 (51) МПК B25J 15/06 (2006.01) B65C 9/14 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК B25J 15/06 (2021.02); B65C 9/14 (2021.02) (21)(22) Заявка: 2020119843, 16.06.2020 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: Дата регистрации: 15.04.2021 (73) Патентообладатель(и): Общество с ограниченной ответственностью "ИНСПАИР" (RU) (45) Опубликовано: 15.04.2021 Бюл. № 11 (54) Вакуумный захват этикеток для роботизированного нанесения на объекты цилиндрической формы (57) Реферат: Полезная модель относится к захватным На торце головки захвата со стороны трубы устройствам роботов-манипуляторов с вкручиваются быстрозажимные фитинги, вакуумным удержанием, а именно к устройствам, которые, в свою очередь, подключаются к позволяющим проводить этикетирование пневмомагистрали, соединённой с источником поверхностей путём накатывания этикеток. вакуума. Вакуумное захватное устройство робота Технический результат заключается в содержит установочный фланец с трубой, на разработке вакуумного захвата в виде цилиндра конце которой закрепляется головка захвата с для автоматизации процессов ...

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Номер записи: 1
03-05-2012 дата публикации

Label peeling machine

Номер: US20120103527A1
Автор: Toshikazu Kawada
Принадлежит: Towa Seiko KK

Provided is a label peeling machine configured to peel adhesive labels of a non-liner label having a number of adhesive labels stuck continuously so as to be overlapped while being shifted by a predetermined width one by one. The non-liner label wound and held on a reel is placed on a carrier belt entrained about a first driven shaft, a second driven shaft, and a third driven shaft and is moved forward or backward. The label peeling machine includes a first sensor for causing the carrier belt to move backward, a second sensor for stopping the carrier belt, a peeling claw for engaging the non-liner label moving upward along the drive belt and peel the adhesive labels one by one, and a control apparatus configured to control a switch, the first sensor and the second sensor.

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Номер записи: 2
20-09-2012 дата публикации

Cutting unit for labelling machines with a multiple-blade rotary drum

Номер: US20120234152A1
Автор: James Carmichael
Принадлежит: Individual

Cutting unit for labelling machines having a multiple-blade rotary drum, particularly of the type that use a label reel from which the labels are cut and applied on objects, namely on containers, are provided. In particular, cutting units for cutting labels from a label film in labelling machines, comprising a rotary blade drum having at least one blade and a stationary blade assembly having a counter-blade, said rotary blade drum comprising at least one blade support carrying a blade, characterised in that said at least one blade support comprises a plurality of independently-operated actuator means, said actuators being positioned along the blade support for adjusting said blade, this adjustment being performed by raising or lowering corresponding portions of the blade through elastic deformation.

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Номер записи: 3
11-10-2012 дата публикации

Systems, methods, and devices for commissioning wireless sensors

Номер: US20120256732A1
Автор: CLARKE William McALLISTER
Принадлежит: McAllister Clarke William

In one embodiment the present invention comprises a smartphone and encoders for commissioning RFID transponders. The present invention further includes novel systems, devices, and methods for commissioning RFID transponders with unique object class instance numbers without requiring a realtime connection to a serialization database.

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Номер записи: 4
24-01-2013 дата публикации

Pressure sensitive shrink label

Номер: US20130022797A1
Автор: Craig W. Potter, James P. Lorence, Mark J. WYATT, Mitchell J. Rackovan, Richard A. Previty, Richard D. Pastor, William W. CONE
Принадлежит: Avery Dennison Corp

A label for application to a surface having at least one compound curve is provided. The label comprises a heat shrinkable film having an inner surface and outer surface and a layer of pressure sensitive adhesive on the inner surface of the heat shrinkable film.

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Номер записи: 5
30-05-2013 дата публикации

Activatable Linerless Labels and Activatable Adhesives, Systems, Machines and Methods Therefor

Номер: US20130133824A1
Автор: David Edwards, Dong-Tsai Hseih, Johannes Lenkl, Kourosh Kian, Pradeep Iyer, Raj SRINIVASAN, Souphong Lee
Принадлежит: Avery Dennison Corp

A print and apply system configured to facilitate the application of a flow of activatable labels with variable length to a flow of items, including a roll of activatable label stock with a facestock and an activatable adhesive layer; a software program configured to create a layout for each of the flow of activatable labels with variable length; a printer configured to print on the facestock; a cutter configured to cut off a specific length from the roll of activatable label stock to form the flow of activatable labels according to the layout; an activation unit to activate the adhesive layer to turn it tacky; and, an applicator unit configured to receive and place the labels with activated adhesive onto a flow of items to be labeled. Related methods and uses are described.

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Номер записи: 6
04-07-2013 дата публикации

Labelling Assembly

Номер: US20130168026A1
Автор: Scheck Josef, Stoiber Christian
Принадлежит: KRONES AG

A labelling assembly with a transfer module that has a rotationally driveable hub at least of one essentially vertical pallet shaft, to which transfer module it is possible to allocate functionally an at least essentially vertical glue roll, at least one label magazine and a gripper cylinder that can be driven rotationally around an at least essentially vertical axis, and where at least the pallet shaft and/or the magazine and/or the gripper cylinder and/or the glue roll is a removable replacement fitting or are removable replacement fittings connected detachably to a respective support for a replacement due to retooling. Further, a connection of at least one replacement fitting with its respective support is formed in such a manner that the replacement fitting can be removed and attached by means of an essentially, to the greatest possible extent, horizontal and lateral relative movement of the replacement fitting. 1. A labelling assembly , comprising a transfer module on a rotationally driveable hub , the transfer module having at least one essentially vertical pallet shaft that can be driven rotationally , the pallet shaft carrying at least one pallet , with it being possible to functionally allocate to the transfer module an at least essentially vertical glue roll , at least one label magazine and a gripper cylinder that can be driven rotationally around an at least essentially vertical axis , wherein at least the pallet shaft and/or the magazine and/or the gripper cylinder and/or the glue roll is each a replacement fitting or are replacement fittings connected detachably to a respective support for a replacement due to retooling , and wherein the respective connection of at least one replacement fitting with the associated support is formed such that the replacement fitting can be removed and attached by means of an essentially largely horizontal and lateral movement relative to the support.2. The labelling assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the support of ...

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Номер записи: 7
11-07-2013 дата публикации

Label dispenser unit

Номер: US20130175289A1
Автор: Todd Sternberg
Принадлежит: Start Manufacturing Inc d/b/a Start International

A label dispenser unit comprising a dispensing reel for supporting a roll of labels attached to a backing strip. The dispenser unit also includes a label releasing station for separating the label from the backing strip and a central take-up hub for receiving the backing strip thereon. The take up hub is formed of a hub portion and a plurality of radially extending spokes extending from the central hub portion. The backing strip extends from the roll of labels around the label releasing station such that an end of the backing strip is secured to the take-up hub between at least two radially extending spokes.

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Номер записи: 8
22-08-2013 дата публикации

LABELING DEVICE

Номер: US20130213577A1
Автор: HAMANO Masashi, Hirasawa Yoshimi, Kuwahara Kazuo, Matsumoto Toshikazu, Nakano Yasushi, Suzuki Mitsuyuki, Yokochi Takeshi
Принадлежит:

A labeling device comprising a guide frame, rotatably supporting a label roll formed by winding around a core a label holding band, which releasably holds a plurality of labels in series, and a peeling member which peels the printed label from the band by bending the band at an acute angle towards a slanting lower part in relation to the direction of movement of the band. The labeling device comprises a guide unit that is pivotally provided for nipping and holding a leading edge of the label holding band in front of the peeling member and is rotatable around the peeling member with the leading edge of the band so that the leading edge of the band is automatically brought to a feeding roller arranged on the slanting lower part of the peeling member in relation to the direction of the movement of the label holding band. 1. A labeling device comprising a guide frame rotatably supporting a label roll formed by winding around a core a label holding band which releasably holds a plurality of labels in series and a peeling member which peels the printed label from the label holding band by bending the label holding band at an acute angle towards a slanting lower part in relation to the direction of movement of the label holding band whereinthe labeling device comprises a guide unit that is pivotally provided for nipping and holding a leading edge of the label holding band in front of the peeling member and is intended to be rotated around the peeling member with the nipped and held leading edge of the label holding band so that the leading edge of the label holding band is brought to a feeding roller arranged on the slanting lower part of the peeling member in relation to the direction of the movement of the label holding band.2. The labeling device according to claim 1 , whereinat least one pair of loading rollers are provided between the guide frame and the peeling member, and the label holding band is passed through between said loading rollers and is fed to the peeling ...

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Номер записи: 9
29-08-2013 дата публикации

PRESSURE-SENSITIVE ADHESIVE LABEL AND LABEL ISSUING DEVICE

Номер: US20130221021A1
Автор: Sato Yoshinori, TANI Kazuo
Принадлежит: SEIKO INSTRUMENTS INC.

To enable a pressure-sensitive adhesive region and a non-pressure-sensitive adhesive region to be set immediately before use of a pressure-sensitive adhesive label in accordance with the purpose of use, provided is a pressure-sensitive adhesive label, including: a base; a pressure-sensitive adhesive layer provided on the base; a thermosensitive film provided on the pressure-sensitive adhesive layer; and the pressure-sensitive adhesive region including a plurality of openings through which the thermosensitive film is opened to expose the pressure-sensitive adhesive layer. The pressure-sensitive adhesive region includes an opening pattern in which the plurality of openings are arranged regularly. Thus, it is possible to set the pressure-sensitive adhesive region and the non-pressure-sensitive adhesive region immediately before the use of the pressure-sensitive adhesive label in accordance with the purpose of use. 1. A pressure-sensitive adhesive label , comprising:a base;a pressure-sensitive adhesive layer provided on the base;a thermosensitive film provided on the pressure-sensitive adhesive layer; anda pressure-sensitive adhesive region comprising a plurality of openings through which the thermosensitive film is opened to expose the pressure-sensitive adhesive layer,wherein the pressure-sensitive adhesive region comprises an opening pattern in which the plurality of openings are arranged regularly.2. A pressure-sensitive adhesive label according to claim 1 , wherein the pressure-sensitive adhesive region comprises an opening pattern in which the plurality of openings are arranged regularly in vertical and horizontal directions.3. A pressure-sensitive adhesive label according to claim 1 , wherein the pressure-sensitive adhesive region comprises an opening pattern in which the plurality of openings are arranged regularly in a zigzag shape in vertical and horizontal directions.4. A pressure-sensitive adhesive label according to claim 1 , wherein the pressure-sensitive ...

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Номер записи: 10
31-10-2013 дата публикации

Feeder

Номер: US20130284380A1
Автор: Chao-An Kang, Shang-Yu Lin, Tsung-Chih Tsai
Принадлежит: Individual

A feeder capable of transferring and separating an adhesive component on a tap, includes a frame, a separator, and a drive device. The frame has a top portion for supporting the tap. The separator is mounted to the frame to separate the adhesive component from the tap when the tap passes through the separator. The drive device drives the tap to pass through the separator.

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Номер записи: 11
26-12-2013 дата публикации

LABELER

Номер: US20130340946A1
Автор: Austermeier Georg, Dauwe Markus, Frank Hendrik, Siegenbrink Daniel
Принадлежит:

The invention relates to a labeler. The labeler comprises a dispenser and a transfer unit having at least one label conveyor belt for applying a label to a product, the label conveyor belt having an adhesive force so as to be able to take up labels with their non-adhesive upper surface on the surface of the label conveyor belt and convey them. 1. A labeler comprising:a dispenser; anda transfer unit having at least one label conveyor belt for applying a label to a product;wherein the at least one label conveyor belt has an adhesive force so as to be able to take up labels with their non-adhesive upper surface on the surface of the label conveyor belt and convey them.2. A labeler according to claim 1 , wherein the adhesive force is based on Van der Waals forces.3. A labeler according to claim 1 , wherein a nano- or micro structured coating is provided as surface of the label conveyor belt.4. A labeler according to claim 3 , wherein the coating has a surface including more than 15 claim 3 ,000 adhesion elements per cm.5. A labeler according to claim 3 , wherein the coating has a surface including more than 25 claim 3 ,000 adhesion elements per cm.6. A labeler according to claim 3 , wherein the coating is a silicone coating.7. A labeler according to claim 1 , wherein the adhesive force is based on electrostatic forces between the label and the label conveyor belt.8. A labeler according to claim 1 , wherein the label conveyor belt is provided for taking up a row of labels.9. A labeler according to claim 8 , wherein the label conveyor belt is provided for synchronously transferring a row of labels to a package group.10. A labeler according to claim 8 , wherein a plurality of rows of labels can be transferred to the label conveyor belt so as to form a group of labels comprising a plurality of rows and a plurality of lanes. This Application claims priority to European Application Number 12004769.1 filed Jun. 26, 2012, to Hendrik Frank, Daniel Siegenbrink, Georg Austermeier ...

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Номер записи: 12
02-01-2014 дата публикации

SINGLE-PLY, ROLL-FED EXPANDED CONTENT LABEL APPLICATION DEVICE AND METHOD

Номер: US20140000781A1
Автор: Franko, JR. Joseph D.
Принадлежит:

A device for applying adhesive material to single-ply, roll-fed expanded content labels could include a leading edge adhesive material application pad, a trailing edge adhesive material application pad, and an intermediate adhesive material application pad. A method for applying single-ply, roll-fed expanded content labels to objects to be labeled could include a device for applying adhesive material to single-ply, roll-fed expanded content labels. 1. A device for applying adhesive material to single-ply , roll-fed expanded content labels , comprising: a leading edge adhesive material application pad , a trailing edge adhesive material application pad , and an intermediate adhesive material application pad.2. A method for applying single-ply claim 1 , roll-fed expanded content labels to objects to be labeled claim 1 , comprising the device of .3. A device for applying adhesive material to single-ply claim 1 , roll-fed expanded content labels claim 1 , comprising: a point-of-application adhesive material sprayer for depositing point-of-application adhesive material onto desired areas of single-ply claim 1 , roll-fed expanded content labels.4. The device for applying adhesive material to single-ply claim 3 , roll-fed expanded content labels of claim 3 , further comprising a spray template including at least one aperture claim 3 , to direct the point-of-application adhesive material onto desired areas of the single-ply claim 3 , roll-fed expanded content labels. This disclosure relates generally to label application devices and methods. More particularly, this disclosure relates to devices and methods for applying single-ply, roll-fed expanded content labels to objects to be labeled.In the printing arts, and in particular in the printed label art for labeling and decorating objects, there exists a continual demand for labels and decorations which not only appeal to consumers, but also bear ever increasing amounts of information. For example, labels for identification ...

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Номер записи: 13
02-01-2014 дата публикации

Method for applying labels to articles

Номер: US20140000803A1
Автор: James Carmichael
Принадлежит: Sidel SpA

The invention relates to a method for applying a label to an article travelling along an article path, said label being received on a movable surface at an input location to be retained against said surface whilst being glued and advanced to an output location, at which the label is transferred to the article; the article being rotated with a tangential speed about an axis whilst travelling at a speed along the path including providing at least three portions of surface with independent and controllable vacuum means for retaining the label, including curtailing the application of vacuum means at the first portion of the surface upon the first portion reaching the output location and interrupting the application of vacuum means at the third portion of the surface, with the trailing edge of the label being retained at the second portion of the surface.

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Номер записи: 14
13-02-2014 дата публикации

Stationary blade assembly

Номер: US20140041499A1
Автор: Cristian Andreato, James Carmichael
Принадлежит: Sidel SpA

There is disclosed a stationary blade assembly for cutting labels from a label film in labelling machines, comprising: a support and a blade supported by said support; blade comprises at least two cutting edges which are adapted to cut said labels.

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Номер записи: 15
13-02-2014 дата публикации

Plug Plate Dispensing Assemblies

Номер: US20140041809A1
Автор: Brandon S. Thompson
Принадлежит: Toyota Motor Engineering and Manufacturing North America Inc

In one embodiment, a plug plate dispensing assembly can include a first riser, a second riser, an apex cross member, a lower cross member, a central cross member, and a drive roller. The apex cross member, the lower cross member, and the central cross member can be coupled to the first riser and the second riser, and can extend from the first riser to the second riser. When the sheet stock is fed between the lower cross member and the apex cross member, over the apex cross member, and between the apex cross member and the central cross member, and when the sheet stock is frictionally engaged with the drive roller, rotation of the drive roller can cause one or more of the plurality of plug plates to at least partially detach from the sheet stock as the sheet stock passes over the apex cross member.

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Номер записи: 16
02-01-2020 дата публикации

AUTOMATED LABELING METHOD AND APPARATUS

Номер: US20200002043A1
Автор: Kelso Jamie Allen
Принадлежит: NORTH ZION MANAGEMENT LLC

An automated labeling method and apparatus includes a label web-severing mechanism and a label-applying assembly, the web-severing mechanism configured to synchronously sever a plurality of labels from a self-wound label web, and the label-applying assembly configured to synchronously apply the plurality of severed labels to a corresponding plurality of articles to be labeled. 1. An automated method for labeling of an article , comprising:severing a label from a label web;extending the end of a label-applying head to pick up the severed label;retracting the end of the label-applying head with the picked-up label;rotating the end of the label-applying head with the picked-up label; andextending the end of the label-applying head so as to apply the picked-up label to the article.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising utilizing a web-severing mechanism for the step of severing claim 1 , wherein the step of rotating includes rotating the end of the label-applying head about an axis that is parallel to a feed axis feeding the web through the web-severing mechanism. The present application claims the benefit and priority of U.S. application Ser. No. 14/562,448, filed Dec. 5, 2014, now U.S. Pat. No. 10,000,308, and U.S. application Ser. No. 15/996,049, filed Jun. 1, 2018, the entireties of which are incorporated by reference herein.The present invention relates to automated methods and apparatus for applying adhesive backed labels to articles, particularly singulated articles, and more particularly, singulated articles of produce.Articles of produce are increasingly being individually labeled to facilitate inventory control and check-out at the grocery store. A commercially desirable method for labeling produce is to run the produce in volume through an automatic labeling apparatus, such as that described in U.S. Publication No. 2013/0011629, which applies adhesive backed labels to the articles.The articles are carried past (typically underneath) the labeling ...

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Номер записи: 17
04-01-2018 дата публикации

METHOD TO PRINT AND APPLY LABELS TO PRODUCTS

Номер: US20180002055A1
Автор: Bednarek Tomasz K., Bowers Brian, Palmer Tim, Wojdyla Richard
Принадлежит:

The present application relates to a method and system for labeling one or more products such as packages transported along a conveyer, and more specifically to applying a label on a respective package by way of a vertically adjustable assembly positioned above the conveyor. The adjustable assembly includes at least a label printer and an applicator for printing and applying the label on a surface of the package on the conveyor. 1. A method for labeling a plurality of packages with a movable label applicator assembly for linerless label material including at least a printer and an applicator , the method comprising steps of:receiving data representing height and length of each of the packages transported along a conveyor;controlling conveyor speed based on a calculated pitch required between a first package and a trailing second package;printing data by way of the printer on a first label, and applying the first label to the first package with the label applicator assembly positioned above the conveyor;adjusting or maintaining a vertical height of the label applicator assembly, based on any calculated height difference between the first package and the second package, at a sufficient height required for labeling of the second package;printing data, by way of the printer, on a second label intended for the second package;feeding or withdrawing a supply of labeling material into or from a vacuum system during the vertical height adjustment of the label applicator assembly; andapplying the second label to the second package by way of the applicator.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the adjusting step includes:elevating the height of the label applicator assembly,wherein the height of the second package is greater than the height of the first package.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the adjusting step includes:lowering the height of the label applicator assembly,wherein the height of the second package is less than the height of the first package.4. The method of ...

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Номер записи: 18
13-01-2022 дата публикации

APPLICATOR APPARATUS AND METHOD

Номер: US20220009664A1
Автор: Bleiker Tobias, Eichenberger Jonas, Weidmer Simon
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An applicator apparatus including an applicator pad () and an actuator () for positioning the applicator pad () in a desired position, the applicator pad () being attached to the actuator () by an attachment member (), wherein the attachment member () enables articulation between the applicator pad () and the actuator (). 1. An applicator apparatus including an applicator pad and an actuator for positioning the applicator pad in a desired position , the applicator pad being attached to the actuator by an attachment member , wherein the attachment member enables articulation between the applicator pad and the actuator , and wherein the attachment member enables pneumatic coupling between the applicator pad and the actuator.2. An applicator apparatus according to wherein a part of the attachment member is arranged to slidably engage with a part of the applicator pad claim 1 , and/or wherein the attachment member includes an engagement member which is arranged to engage with an engagement formation of the applicator pad in a dovetail arrangement claim 1 , and/or wherein the attachment member and the applicator pad are configured to snap-fit with one another claim 1 , and/or wherein the applicator apparatus includes a locking formation configured to receive a locking member to lock the applicator pad in attachment with the actuator.3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. An applicator apparatus according to wherein the attachment member includes a universal joint.7. (canceled)8. An applicator apparatus according to including an air flow generator and optionally wherein the air flow generator is carried by a part of the actuator or alternatively wherein the air flow generator is located on a stationary part of the applicator apparatus.9. (canceled)10. (canceled)11. An applicator apparatus according to wherein the air flow generator is operable to produce an air flow with an air pressure of up to approximately 1000 Pa.12. An applicator apparatus according to wherein ...

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Номер записи: 19
13-01-2022 дата публикации

Cutter for self-adhesive linerless endless tape labels

Номер: US20220009741A1
Автор: Alexander Hirsch, Joerg Haigis, Moritz Dehner, Pascal Eppler, Peter Will
Принадлежит: Bizerba SE and Co KG

The invention relates to a cutter for self-adhesive linerless endless tape labels, said cutter comprising a transport roller, which is rotatable about an axis of rotation, and a blade unit that comprises a blade carriage, which is linearly travelable in parallel with the axis of rotation of the transport roller, and a cutting blade that is rotationally fixedly held at the blade carriage and that is directed in the direction toward the transport roller, wherein the endless tape labels can be led between the transport roller and the blade unit. The blade unit comprises a blade holder that forms an assembly with the cutting blade, in which assembly the cutting blade projects with a fixed overhang over the blade holder, with the assembly being displaceably fastened to the blade carriage and a spring device, in particular a compression spring, being provided that preloads the assembly into an extended position.

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Номер записи: 20
04-01-2018 дата публикации

Systems, Methods, and Devices for Commissioning Wireless Sensors

Номер: US20180005100A1
Автор: McAllister Clarke W.
Принадлежит:

In one embodiment the present invention comprises a smartphone and encoders for commissioning RFID transponders. The present invention further includes novel systems, devices, and methods for commissioning RFID transponders with unique object class instance numbers without requiring a realtime connection to a serialization database. 116-. (canceled)17. An RFID transponder comprising:a polymer circuit;an antenna structure formed on the polymer circuit; and wherein the RFID circuit is encoded with a unique object number, the unique object number comprising an object class information space and a unique serial number space, and', 'wherein the unique serial number space is encoded with one serial number instance from an allocated block of serial numbers, the one serial number instance comprising a limited number of most significant bits corresponding to the allocated block and remaining bits of lesser significance., 'an RFID circuit which is electrically coupled to the antenna structure,'}18. The RFID transponder of claim 17 , wherein the object class information space is encoded with information comprising one of a company prefix claim 17 , an item reference claim 17 , a partition value claim 17 , or a filter value.19. The RFID transponder of claim 17 , wherein the unique object number is a portion of a serialized global trade item number.20. The RFID transponder of claim 19 , wherein the serialized global trade item number is an EPC SGTIN-96 encoding.21. The RFID transponder of claim 17 , wherein the unique serial number space is at least 38 bits.22. The RFID transponder of claim 17 , wherein the allocated block is defined by at least 3 most significant bits.23. The RFID transponder of claim 17 , wherein the allocated block is one of a plurality of allocations intermittently received by an encoder.24. The RFID transponder of claim 17 , wherein the polymer circuit is covered by a face stock material.25. The RFID transponder of claim 17 , wherein the limited number of ...

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Номер записи: 21
14-01-2016 дата публикации

LINERLESS LABEL DEVICE AND METHOD

Номер: US20160009438A1
Автор: BINLADEN Abdulkarim
Принадлежит: GOLDEN LINE

This apparatus and method for applying a linerless label to an end user product includes a device with a printer for printing on a face surface of a linerless label, and a release coat applicator for applying a release coat to the face surface of the label; another device including an unwinder unit () to unwind a roll of printed linerless label; a belt (); a glue applicator () for applying glue to the belt; a nip roller () for contacting and applying pressure to the face surface of the linerless label such that the glue on the belt transfers to the back surface of the linerless label; at least one slitting knife ) positioned downstream the belt and a rewinder unit () positioned downstream the slitting knife; and a third device which die cuts and applies the linerless label to an end user object. 1. A system for preparing a linerless label for use in a linerless label applicator , comprising:a first device with a printer for printing on a face surface of a linerless label, a linerless label having a face surface and a back surface, and a release coat applicator for applying a release coat to the face surface of the label; anda second device comprising an unwinder unit to unwind a roll of printed linerless label;a belt to assist application of glue to the linerless label;a glue applicator positioned near the belt, wherein the glue applicator applies glue to the belt;a nip roller positioned above the face surface of the linerless label so that when it contacts and applies pressure to the linerless label the glue on the belt transfers from the belt to the back surface of the linerless label;at least one slitting knife to pre-cut the linerless label, positioned above the face surface of the linerless label and in between the belt and a rewinder unit; anda rewinder unit to rewind the linerless label after it has been glued and pre-cut.2. The system of wherein the glue applicator is a component of the first device.3. The system of wherein the printing is done prior to ...

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Номер записи: 22
27-01-2022 дата публикации

PRINTING APPARATUS

Номер: US20220024627A1
Автор: TAKAMI Toru
Принадлежит:

A printing apparatus includes a printing part configured to perform printing on a recording medium in which a label is attached to a backing sheet, transport rollers configured to sandwich and transport the recording medium, a peeling member configured to peel off the label from the backing sheet by bending the recording medium, and a tensioner configured to apply a tension in a direction opposite to a transport direction of the recording medium transported by the transport rollers to the recording medium, wherein, in the transport direction, the transport rollers are positioned downstream of the peeling member, and the tensioner is positioned upstream of the peeling member. 1. A printing apparatus comprising:a printing part configured to perform printing on a recording medium in which a label is attached to a backing sheet;transport rollers configured to sandwich and transport the recording medium;a peeling member configured to bend the recording medium to peel off the label from the backing sheet; anda tensioner configured to apply a tension to the recording medium in a direction opposite to a transport direction of the recording medium by the transport rollers, whereinthe transport rollers are positioned downstream of the peeling member in the transport direction, and the tensioner is positioned upstream of the peeling member.2. The printing apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the tensioner includes a support portion configured to support the recording medium claim 1 , and a pressing portion which is contactable to and separable from the support portion; andthe tensioner sandwiches the recording medium between the support portion and the pressing portion.3. The printing apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein in the transport direction claim 1 , the printing part is positioned upstream of the peeling member claim 1 , and the tensioner is positioned upstream of the printing part.4. The printing apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the tension in the ...

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Номер записи: 23
11-01-2018 дата публикации

LABEL DISPENSING MACHINE

Номер: US20180009561A1
Автор: Lin Chun Liang
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A label dispensing machine includes a label curving cover, and arched label output mechanism for outputting a continuous series of label strip to an inner side of the label curving cover where the lead end of the continuous series of label strip is curved by the label curving cover into an integral arch-shaped label. The label dispensing machine is disposed at one side of a film roll/bags-on-a-roll on a reel so that the arch-shaped label can be cut off and adhered to a cut-off lead end of the film roll/bags-on-a-roll and partially exposed to the outside of the tear line of the film roll/bags-on-a-roll easily for allowing the user to quickly find and lift the cut-off lead end of the film roll/bags-on-a-roll. 1. A label dispensing machine , comprising:a label curving cover defining an arched inner wall;a label curving cover driver coupled with said label curving cover and operable to bias said label curving cover;an arched label output mechanism disposed at one side relative to said label curving cover, said arched label output mechanism comprising a mount, a cut-off device, a guide unit, an active wheel, a passive wheel, an arched label feeding driver, a feeding wheel, a continuous series of label strip and a movable device, said cut-off device being mounted at a top side of said mount, said guide unit is mounted at said mount below said cut-off device, said active wheel and said passive wheel being mounted at said mount below said guide unit and disposed in contact with each other, said arched label feeding driver being mounted at said mount and adapted for rotating said active wheel, said feeding wheel being rotatably mounted at an opposing bottom side of said mount, said continuous series of label strip being wound round said feeding wheel and having a lead end thereof inserted in between said active wheel and said passive wheel and guided by said guide unit over one side of said cut-off device, said movable device being connected with said mount and operable to ...

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Номер записи: 24
11-01-2018 дата публикации

Labelling Apparatus And Method

Номер: US20180009562A1
Автор: Cooper Michael John
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This invention relates to application of labels from a supply of labels which are defined in sheet material and in which adjacent labels are joined together by a line of weakening to form a continuous label supply. The label sheet material is provided with a layer of adhesive which contacts with a backing layer to form the label supply. The leading label is provided with a leading edge portion detached from the backing layer from application at an application point to an article and the article and label feed movement are controlled such that the remainder of the label can be detached from the backing layer, and the line of weakening broken effectively and accurately and without the need for the sheet material of the label supply and/or backing layer to have a thickness to provide the level of rigidity or stiffness of the material which is conventionally required, thereby reducing material usage and wastage. 1. A method for the automated application of labels successively from a backing layer onto successive articles , said method comprising: feeding a supply of labels defined by a first sheet material , which is adhered to the backing layer of sheet material , towards an application point , said labels in said supply of labels joined to adjacent labels in the supply by a line of weakening and a first , leading , label is connected to a following label by a line of weakening , wherein the lines of weakening between the respective labels remain intact as the first sheet material and backing layer are advanced towards the application point and wherein , to apply the leading label to a said article the backing layer is detached from a leading portion of the leading label and said leading portion is applied to the said article and a strength of the line of weakening is provided to be such that the line of weakening between the first , leading label and the following label remains intact until a remainder of the leading label is released from the backing layer.2. A ...

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Номер записи: 25
14-01-2021 дата публикации

ELONGATED OBJECT LABEL APPLICATOR GUIDE

Номер: US20210009301A1
Автор: Segroves Roger D.
Принадлежит: PANDUIT CORP.

A label applicator guide including a base configured to be attached to an elongated object label applicator, and a controller including a first support extending from the base and a second support extending from the first support such that the first support is configured to be planar with a portion of the wrapping mechanism. The controller is moveably secured to the base through a first knuckle of the controller pivotably connected to a second knuckle of the base, with a pin extending through the first knuckle and second knuckle. 1. An elongated object label applicator comprising:a wrapping mechanism configured to apply a label to an elongated object anda label applicator guide including a base and a controller moveably secured to the base adjacent to the wrapping mechanism to guide the elongated object into the wrapping mechanism to apply the label.2. The elongated object label applicator of claim 1 , wherein the controller is moveably secured to the base in a pivoting relationship through a first knuckle of the controller pivotably connected to a second knuckle of the base claim 1 , with a pin extending through the first knuckle and second knuckle.3. The elongated object label applicator of claim 1 , wherein the base includes a top portion claim 1 , side portion claim 1 , and base portion in a C-shaped configuration forming a channel and wherein the channel of the base mates to a base plate of the elongated object label applicator.4. The elongated object label applicator of claim 1 , wherein the label applicator guide includes indicia for measuring a length of the elongated object placed in the wrapping mechanism.5. The elongated object label applicator of claim 1 , wherein the controller pivots about the base to guide the elongated object into the wrapping mechanism.6. The elongated object label applicator of claim 1 , wherein the wrapping mechanism includes a wire guide configured to cradle the elongated object and direct the elongated object into a central ...

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Номер записи: 26
15-01-2015 дата публикации

LABELLING UNIT OF CONTAINERS

Номер: US20150013914A1
Автор: Zacchè Vanni
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A labelling machine () for labelling containers moving on a transport system (), includes a labelling unit () having a supplying roll () of a pre-printed label web and a cutting drum () providing for both cutting a label from the label web and applying it onto a container. The cutting drum () is located at the release point of a label to the container to be labeled. 1. A labelling machine for labelling containers moving on a transport system , comprising a labelling unit , wherein said labelling unit comprises a supplying roll of a pre-printed label web and a cutting drum providing for both cutting a label from the label web and for laying thereof on a container , wherein the cutting drum is located at the release point of a label to the container to be labeled , and comprises a kinematic device configured for cutting the label when a head portion of said label web is arranged on said container.2. The labelling machine according to claim 1 , wherein the labelling unit is adjustable in height and laterally.3. The labelling machine according to claim 2 , wherein the labelling unit is secured to an adjustable structure claim 2 , said adjustable structure being slidable laterally along a guide and comprising a mobile frame vertically slidable on a track.4. The labelling machine according to claim 1 , wherein the supplying roll and the cutting drum are independently motorized through corresponding motors claim 1 , said motors being stepper or brushless motors.5. The labelling machine according to claim 1 , wherein the cutting drum is hollow claim 1 , and has externally a suctioned surface for the label web claim 1 , and wherein the cutting drum contains therein cutting means rotating integrally to the cutting drum claim 1 , the cutting means being mobile between a retracted position within the cutting drum and an extended position wherein the cutting means project from the suctioned surface.6. The labelling machine according to claim 5 , wherein the cutting means ...

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Номер записи: 27
19-01-2017 дата публикации

Label Dispenser Apparatus

Номер: US20170015457A1
Автор: Stevanov Aleksandar, Stevanov Milena
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A label dispenser apparatus configured for dispensing labels from a plurality of rolls of a carrier film having labels disposed thereon. The label dispenser apparatus includes a lower roll retaining member and a upper tape guide assembly. The lower roll retaining member includes a front edge, a back edge and a concave surface therebetween. The concave surface being configured to cradle a roll of film having labels disposed thereon. The upper tape guide assembly is spaced apart therefrom and includes a peel shaft, a support shaft and a carrier shaft. The film guide path extends behind and around the peel shaft, between the peel shaft and the support shaft, looping around the support shaft and over the carrier shaft, such that a label is released by the movement around the peel shaft, and the label path proceeds directly over the support shaft and the carrier shaft. 1. A label dispenser apparatus configured for dispensing labels from a plurality of rolls of a carrier film having labels disposed thereon , the label dispenser apparatus having at least one label dispensing unit comprising:a lower roll retaining member extending from a first side to a second side, the lower roll retaining member including a front edge, a back edge and a concave surface therebetween, the concave surface being configured to cradle a roll of film having labels disposed thereon; a peel shaft comprising a rod that extends substantially parallel to the back edge of the lower roll retaining member, and configured to be above the plurality of rolls of carrier film having labels disposed thereon; and', 'a support shaft extending generally parallel to the peel shaft positioned outboard of the peel shaft, and vertically closer to the lower roll retaining member; and', 'a carrier shaft extending generally parallel to the peel shaft and the support shaft, and positioned so as to be substantially proximate the front edge of the lower roll retaining member and configured to be above the plurality of ...

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Номер записи: 28
17-01-2019 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CUSTOM LABELING OF PRODUCTS

Номер: US20190016495A1
Автор: James Philip, Meier Carolin, Steigler Erik
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A method of custom labeling products in which users specify, via a purchasing interface, product label images in correspondence with products. A label group is generated for each of the users. The label group includes an indicator label image providing a purchase identifier and product identifiers, and the product label images arranged in a sequence specified by the product identifiers. The label groups are printed to produce printed label groups. The printed label groups are transferred to a labeling machine. A conveyor system is controlled to release, for each of the printed label groups, the sequence of the products specified by the product identifiers. Printed product labels of each of the printed label groups are applied to the corresponding sequence of the products. 1. A method for custom labeling products , the method comprising:providing to one or more users, using a server, a purchasing interface displayed on a web browser running on a computer connected to the server via a network;accepting input, by the one or more users via the purchasing interface, specifying one or more product label images in correspondence with one or more products; an indicator label image providing a purchase identifier and one or more product identifiers, and', 'the one or more product label images arranged in a sequence specified by the product identifiers;, 'generating a label group for each of the one or more users, the label group comprisinginitiating the printing of the label groups to produce one or more printed label groups;controlling a conveyor system to release, for each of the printed label groups, the sequence of the products specified by the product identifiers; andcontrolling a labeling machine to apply printed product labels of each of the printed label groups to the corresponding sequence of the products and to output the labeled products.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the printed label groups are transferred to the labeling machine continuously.3. The method ...

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Номер записи: 29
16-01-2020 дата публикации

PSA Label Rolls using Spent Release Liners and methods and apparatus for making them

Номер: US20200020253A1
Автор: Lin Kenneth
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PSA Label Rolls using spent liners and a novel continuous process to convert a stack of face material into a roll of label stock by affixing adhesive coated face material onto a liner. Provides a process to recycle waste liner from conventional roll label stock application machines. Uses an ultra-high solids adhesive that needs no drying. Roll label stock made by such a process provides large cost savings and beneficial environmental impact. 1. A continuous method to make a PSA label roll with spent release liner comprisingprocuring a spent liner roll from a converter waste stream,unwinding the roll of spent release liner,dispensing an in-line adhesive-coated label facestock onto the release surface of the unwound liner,laminating the adhesive coated label together with the liner, andre-winding the liner into a new PSA label roll.2. (canceled)3. The method of where the adhesive has an adhesive solids content greater than 65%.4. The method of where the label is a clear film.5. The method of wherein the label is in-line adhesive-coated in a gluing machine.6. The method of where the glue machine is stack-fed with label face-material.7. The method of where the stack feeding process is accomplished by a friction feeder.8. A low cost PSA label comprisinga cut label facestock,a high solids emulsion adhesive, anda spent release liner.9. A roll of labels of .10. The low cost PSA label roll of where the liner is recycled at least once.11. The low cost PSA label roll of where in the release surface of the said release liner has never been subjected to any die-cutting.12. A spent liner with no die cut marks.13. A method to make a PSA label roll with spent release liner comprisingprocuring a spent liner roll from a converter waste stream,unwinding the release liner roll,pattern-coating an adhesive, preferably a UHS emulsion adhesive, on the release surface of the unwound liner,dispensing a label onto the pattern coated adhesive on the release liner,laminating the dispensed label ...

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Номер записи: 30
25-01-2018 дата публикации

LABELING APPARATUS FOR LABELING RECEPTACLES AND A METHOD FOR OPERATING SUCH A LABELING APPARATUS

Номер: US20180022495A1
Автор: Andreato Cristian, Carmichael James, Pace Raffaele, PIAZZA Gastone
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The present disclosure relates to a labeling apparatus for labeling articles. In one implementation, the apparatus may include a transfer drum having at least one label retaining segment adapted to receive and to retain at least one label, a glue application unit adapted to apply glue onto the label, a cleaning unit adapted to clean the transfer drum and a control unit adapted to selectively activate the cleaning unit into at least any one of: a partial cleaning configuration in which the cleaning unit is configured to partially clean the at least one label retaining segment or a full cleaning configuration in which the cleaning unit is configured to fully clean the at least one label retaining segment. 1. A labeling apparatus for labeling articles , comprising:a transfer drum having at least one label retaining segment adapted to receive and to retain at least one label, the transfer drum being adapted to convey the at least one label along a path defined by rotation of the transfer drum around a central axis of the transfer drum;a glue applicator adapted to apply glue onto the at least one label at a glue application station, the glue application unit being arranged adjacent to the transfer drum at the glue application station;a cleaning device adapted to clean the transfer drum; and a partial cleaning configuration in which the cleaning device is configured to partially clean the at least one label retaining segment; and', 'a full cleaning configuration in which the cleaning device is configured to fully clean the at least one label retaining segment., 'a controller adapted to selectively activate the cleaning device into at least one of2. The labeling apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to be set into at least one of an automatic mode in which the controller is adapted to activate the cleaning device into the partial cleaning configuration or the full cleaning configuration as a function of an operational status of the labeling ...

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Номер записи: 31
23-01-2020 дата публикации

Label Roll and Machine Having a Label Roll

Номер: US20200024020A1
Автор: Dautz Christoph, Markert Florian, von Gostomski Markus
Принадлежит: DEUTSCHE POST AG

The invention describes, and illustrates, a label roll having a roll core and having a label tape, which is wound up onto the roll core. In order that the amount of time and effort required for changing over the label rolls can be reduced without a disproportionately large amount of space having to be provided for the label compartment, provision is made for the roll core to have a plurality of rollers distributed over its circumference, around which the label tape is wound. 1) A label roll comprising:a roll core; anda label tape, which is wound up onto the roll core;wherein the roll core has a plurality of rollers distributed over its circumference, around which the label tape is wound.2) The label roll according to claim 1 , wherein the roll core has an elongate claim 1 , preferably at least essentially oval or at least essentially rectangular claim 1 , cross section which is provided claim 1 , in particular claim 1 , with rounded corners and around which the label tape is wound.3) The label roll according to claim 1 , wherein the rollers are provided at fixed locations along the circumference of the roll core claim 1 , and/or wherein the rollers are rubber-coated rollers claim 1 , and/or wherein the rollers claim 1 , in particular the roller spindles claim 1 , are retained in a roll-core housing.4) The label roll according to claim 1 , wherein the roll core has at least one brake lining claim 1 , and wherein the at least one brake lining is adjustable from a braking position claim 1 , in which it butts in a force-fitting manner against at least one roller claim 1 , into a release position claim 1 , in which it is spaced apart from the at least one roller claim 1 , and back claim 1 , and wherein claim 1 , preferably claim 1 , in the braking position claim 1 , the at least one brake lining butts in a force-fitting manner against the at least one roller on a side of the at least one roller which in each case is directed at least essentially away from the label tape. ...

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Номер записи: 32
28-01-2021 дата публикации

Application of Linerless Labels

Номер: US20210024239A1
Автор: Cooper Michael John, Drew Bruce Michael, Edwards David Nicholas
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A method of applying a linerless label to an article wherein a web of joined labels is die cut from a web of label material in which the adhesive is protected by a water-soluble coating which provides a cushion between an anvil and die cutting means. The water-soluble coating is at least partially removed by exposure to water in a press following die-cutting, in a label applicator, or in an off-line unit. The web of joined labels may be wound and unwound between each of the above options. The web of joined labels may be separated in a label applicator by breaking a weakened boundary between adjoining labels or by cutting at a boundary between the label and the adjoining label. The linerless label may contain anti-counterfeit means that may be subsequently identified overtly and/or covertly. 1. A method of applying a linerless label to an article including the steps ofi) providing a web of joined labels having a defined shape from a web of label material wherein both liner and its release layer have been eliminated wherein the adhesive is protected by a water-soluble coating;ii) at least partially removing the water soluble coating from the adhesive of the web of joined labels by exposure to water;iii) applying a label from the web of joined labels to an article wherein the label is separated from the web of joined labels by separation from an adjoining label at a boundary between the label and the adjoining label.2. The method of wherein conversion of the web of label material is carried out by die-cutting wherein the water soluble coating provides a cushion between an anvil and die cutting means during die cutting of the web.3. The method of wherein the boundary between the label and the adjoining label is weakened claim 1 , for example perforated claim 1 , such that the cohesion established by the adhesive between a partially applied label and an article being labelled is sufficient to break the weakened boundary.4. The method of wherein the boundary between a ...

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Номер записи: 33
29-01-2015 дата публикации

Devices for producing a tape product having diagnostic aids

Номер: US20150027639A1
Автор: Andreas Krontal, Andreas Trapp, Daniel Aigl, Eric Voelschow, Klaus Lurg, Peter Stubenbord, Peter Vetter, Ralf Dagenbach, Ronald Hofstadt, Stefan Link, Stefan Pflaesterer, Ulf Sprung, Wolfgang Ditscher
Принадлежит: Roche Diagnostics Operations Inc

A method for producing an analysis tape for fluid samples, in particular body fluids, is proposed. The method comprises providing a laminate tape having a laminate carrier tape and at least one diagnostic functional layer, and cutting the laminate tape in such a way that a diagnostic auxiliary label arises; transferring the diagnostic auxiliary label to a vacuum roller; and transferring the diagnostic auxiliary label to a carrier tape. In general, at least one vacuum roller is used for the transfer of the diagnostic auxiliary label to the carrier tape. The cutting of the diagnostic functional layer is effected in such a way that a free end of the diagnostic functional layer is lifted off from the laminate carrier tape by guiding the laminate carrier tape around a cutting edge with a small radius, wherein the diagnostic functional layer is cut at a predetermined distance from the lifted off free end by means of a cutting device.

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Номер записи: 34
01-02-2018 дата публикации

DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR AUTOMATICALLY PRINTING AND APPLYING LABELS TO PRODUCTS

Номер: US20180029739A1
Автор: Bowers Brian, Palmer Tim
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Devices, systems, and methods for automatically printing and applying one or more label to at least one item to enable shipping of the at least one item by a carrier are provided. In some aspects, a movable label applicator device includes a printer for printing the one or more label onto a supply of labeling material, wherein the one or more printed label contains unique information associated with the at least one item. In some aspects, the device further includes an applicator for applying the one or more printed label to a surface of the at least one item, wherein the applicator is configured to apply multiple labels to the surface of the at least one item such that the multiple labels are removably stacked on top of one another. 1. A method for automatically printing and applying one or more label to at least one item to enable shipping of the at least one item by a carrier , the method comprising:populating one or more label template with unique information associated with the at least one item;queuing an electronic representation of the one or more populated label template in print file format;printing, by a printer of at least one movable label applicator device positioned above a conveyor transporting the at least one item, the one or more label onto a supply of labeling material, wherein the one or more printed label contains the unique information associated with the at least one item; andapplying, by an applicator of the at least one movable label applicator device, the one or more printed label to a surface of the at least one item, wherein the applicator is configured to apply multiple labels to the surface of the at least one item such that the multiple labels are removably stacked on top of one another.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising dynamically cutting the one or more printed label into varying sizes depending on the unique information and/or an amount of labels required for the at least one item.3. The method of claim 2 , further ...

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Номер записи: 35
17-02-2022 дата публикации

OVERHEAD LABEL PRINT AND APPLY SYSTEM

Номер: US20220048662A1
Автор: BOWDEN Mark N., SNEDECOR Mark T.
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An overhead label print and apply system includes a conveyance path, a common label applier located above the conveyance path, a first label print and dispense unit and a second label print and dispense unit. The first label print and dispense unit is positionable to feed printed labels to the common label applier. The second label print and dispense unit is positionable to feed printed labels to the common label applier. 1. An overhead label print and apply system , comprising:a conveyance path;a common label applier located above the conveyance path;a first label print and dispense unit;a second label print and dispense unit;wherein the first label print and dispense unit is positionable in a use position to feed printed labels to the common label applier;wherein the second label print and dispense unit is positionable in a use position to feed printed labels to the common label applier.2. The system of claim 1 ,wherein the first label print and dispense unit, when in its use position, is located at a first side of the common label applier;wherein the second label print and dispense unit, when in its use position, is located at a second side of the common label applier, wherein the second side is opposite the first side.3. The system of claim 2 ,wherein the first label print and dispense unit, when in its use position, is configured to feed labels to the common label applier in a first direction that runs from the first side toward the second side;wherein the second label print and dispense unit, when in its use position, is configured to feed labels to the common label applier in a second direction that runs from the second side toward the first side.4. The system of claim 3 ,wherein the first direction runs substantially upstream to downstream along the conveyance path;wherein the second direction runs substantially downstream to upstream along the conveyance path.5. The system of claim 3 ,wherein the first direction runs substantially perpendicular to a ...

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Номер записи: 36
17-02-2022 дата публикации

LABEL COUNTING REWIND MACHINE

Номер: US20220048663A1
Автор: Hickman Todd
Принадлежит: HICKMAN HOLDINGS CORP. D/B/A WEB TECHNIQUES INC.

A label rewind machine counts labels on a label roll having an elongated web with labels attached. The rewind machine has an unwind spindle and a rewind spindle, and a first label sensor and a second label sensor. The label roll is placed on the unwind spindle, and the web is threaded through the first and second sensors and attached to the rewind spindle, creating a web path. As the web is drawn along the web path, each sensor detects the presence or absence of a label on the web proximate that sensor and generates an electronic signal. Together, the sensors generate a specific quadrature sequence dictated by the presence of labels on the web. If the detected sequence mimics a selected sequence, the rewind machine records a unitary count of one label. The label count is indexed by one each time the rewind machine detects the selected sequence. 1. A label rewind machine adapted to count labels on a label roll , said label roll comprising a hub and label web with a plurality of labels secured sequentially along said label web , said label web being wound about the hub of the label roll , said rewind comprising:a. a first spindle having a substantially straight and elongated first coreholder with a first axis of rotation running substantially through the center of said first coreholder, said first coreholder being shaped and sized to releasably accept the label roll hub such that said label roll may rotatably wind or unwind generally about said first spindle;b. a second spindle having a substantially straight and elongated second coreholder with a second axis of rotation running substantially through the center of said second coreholder, said second coreholder being shaped and sized such that the label web may rotatably wind or unwind generally about said second spindle, the second spindle being separated from the first spindle;c. a web path located between the first spindle and the second spindle, said web path defining a route of travel for the label web from the ...

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Номер записи: 37
05-02-2015 дата публикации

METHOD OF HANDLING A WEB-LIKE LABELLING MATERIAL IN AN AUTOMATED LABELLING PROCESS, LABELLING MACHINE VACUUM DRUM AND LABELLING MACHINE

Номер: US20150035228A1
Автор: Carmichael James, GIULIANI Gabriele
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A method of handling a web-like labelling material in an automated labelling process is disclosed. The method comprises feeding a succession of labels at an input station; and conveying the labels along a circular label path from the input station to an application station located at a first angular distance from the input station as measured about an axis, at the application station means being provided for applying the labels onto respective articles fed, in succession, to the application station. The method further comprises selectively conveying the labels along the circular label path past the application station and to a discarding station located at a second angular distance from the input station as measured about an axis, the second angular distance being greater than the first angular distance. 1. A method of handling labels cut from a web-like labelling material in an automated labelling process , comprising:feeding a succession of labels at an input station;conveying said labels along a circular label path from said input station to an application station located at a first angular distance from said input station as measured about an axis, at said application station means being provided for applying said labels onto respective articles being fed, in succession, to said application station; andselectively conveying said labels along said label path past said application station and to a discarding station located at a second angular distance from said input station as measured about an axis, said second angular distance being greater than said first angular distance.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein said labels are conveyed along said label path by means of a vacuum drum and wherein conveying said labels along said label path past said application station comprises retaining said labels against the outer lateral surface of said vacuum drum as said labels reach and pass said application station.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein selectively ...

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Номер записи: 38
04-02-2021 дата публикации

LABELING APPARATUS

Номер: US20210031960A1
Автор: Tsujimura Hisashi
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A labeling apparatus includes a label holder and a controller. The label holder is configured to move between a retracted position and an extended position that is closer to a conveyer than is the retracted position, and receive a label on an end of the label holder facing the conveyer. The controller is configured to control the label holder to move towards a standby position between the retracted position and the extended position until an object to be labeled is conveyed on the conveyer to a position facing the label holder, and then towards the extended position such that the label is attached to the object. 1. A labeling apparatus comprising:a label holder configured to move between a retracted position and an extended position that is closer to a conveyer than the retracted position is, and receive a label on an end of the label holder facing the conveyer;a first sensor above the conveyer at a first position upstream a position facing the label holder in a conveyance direction of the conveyer, the first sensor configured to obtain height information of an object on the conveyer;a second sensor above the conveyer at a second position upstream the position facing the label holder and downstream the first position in the conveyance direction, the second sensor configured to detect a leading end of the object on the conveyer; and determine a moving distance of the label holder up to a standby position between the retracted position and the extended position based on the height information of the object obtained by the first sensor;', 'upon the second sensor detecting the leading end of the object, control the label holder to move by the determined moving distance to the standby position before the object is conveyed on the conveyer to the position facing the label holder; and', 'after the object is conveyed on the conveyer to the position facing the label holder, control the label holder to move from the standby position towards the extended position to attach the ...

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Номер записи: 39
09-02-2017 дата публикации

AN APPARATUS FOR APPLYING LABELS ON PRODUCTS

Номер: US20170036801A1
Автор: Turci Davide
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An apparatus for processing, e.g., labelling, respective products, e.g., fruit and vegetables, contained in a suitable container, or crate, has a supporting framework, product feeder, and label applier having a plurality of label application devices provided or arranged side by side and/or arranged in a first and a second transversal row of devices. The apparatus may have an electronic processor for controlling the units of the apparatus, which, for each product, starting with the detected configuration of the respective batch, or crate of products, determine a product area, e.g., having a circular or oval shape, which is large enough to allow complete application of a corresponding label. 1. An apparatus for processing respective products in the form of fruit or vegetables , the products being grouped in corresponding batches , contained in a suitable container or crate , the apparatus comprising:an applicator, configured to apply one or more labels on the products, the products being supported on a feeder adapted for the products;an electronic processor configured to control at least the application devices; anda detector, configured to detect respective products,wherein the applicator includes a plurality of application devices configured to apply respective labels, arranged in a first transversal row and a second transversal row of devices,wherein each row includes one or more of the application devices, andwherein the electronic processor is configured to determine, for each product, a product area, including those having a circular or oval shape, large enough to allow complete application of a corresponding label.2. (canceled)3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein a configuration of the products claim 1 , or of a batch of the products claim 1 , is determined by detecting claim 1 , for a plurality of points claim 1 , the longitudinal and transversal coordinates claim 1 , and a respective height claim 1 , or perpendicular coordinate.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 40
07-02-2019 дата публикации

PRINTER

Номер: US20190039388A1
Автор: KATAYAMA Tamotsu
Принадлежит: SATO HOLDINGS KABUSHIKI KAISHA

A printer capable of separating a print medium from a mount and ejecting the print medium includes: a platen roller configured to feed, along a feeding path, a mount to which a print medium temporarily adheres; a print head configured to print on the print medium, the print head being opposed to the platen roller; a driven roller that is movable between a first position and a second position different from the first position; a separation member configured to separate a feeding path of the mount and a feeding path of the print medium; and a looseness prevention mechanism configured to prevent the mount from being loose while the driven roller moves from the second feed position to the first feed position. The first position is a position where the driven roller is opposed to the platen roller. The driven roller is configured to be driven by the platen roller while coming in contact with the mount. 110-. (canceled)11. A printer capable of separating a print medium from a mount and ejecting the print medium , the printer comprising:a platen roller configured to feed, along a feeding path, a mount to which a print medium temporarily adheres;a print head configured to print on the print medium, the print head being opposed to the platen roller;a driven roller that is movable between a first position and a second position different from the first position, the first position being a position where the driven roller is opposed to the platen roller, the driven roller configured to be driven by the platen roller while coming in contact with the mount, when the driven roller is at the first position;a separation member configured to separate a feeding path of the mount and a feeding path of the print medium; anda looseness prevention mechanism configured to prevent the mount from being loose between a first feed position and a second feed position when the driven roller moves from the second position to the first position, the first feed position being a position on the ...

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Номер записи: 41
07-02-2019 дата публикации

Machine and Method for Its Operation

Номер: US20190039771A1
Автор: Buckby Steven, Butcher James, Hart Philip, McNestry Martin, PFEFFER Gary
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A labelling machine comprises a supply spool support for supporting a supply spool comprising label stock comprising a web and a plurality of labels attached to the web and which are separable from the web; a take-up spool support adapted to take up a portion of web; a motive means configured to propel the web along a web path from the supply spool support towards the take up spool support. A sensor has a transmitter portion and a receiver portion, the receiver portion comprising a plurality of receivers, the transmitter portion and receiver portion are configured to receive a portion of the label stock therebetween, and the plurality of receivers are each configured to produce a respective sensor signal which is a function of a property of a portion of label stock at a plurality of positions spaced from one another in a direction non-parallel to the web path. In addition, a controller is configured to monitor each of the sensor signals produced by the receivers and to select one of the sensor signals produced by the receivers based on said monitoring of each of the sensor signals produced by the receivers. 1. A labelling machine comprising:a supply spool support for supporting a supply spool comprising label stock comprising a web and a plurality of spaced labels attached to the web and which are separable from the web;a take-up spool support adapted to take up a portion of web;a motive means configured to propel the web along a web path from the supply spool support to the take-up spool support;a sensor having a transmitter portion and a receiver portion, the receiver portion comprising a plurality of receivers, the transmitter portion and receiver portion being configured to receive a portion of the label stock therebetween, and the plurality of receivers each configured to produce a respective sensor signal which is a function of a property of a portion of label stock at a plurality of positions spaced from one another in a direction non-parallel to the web path ...

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Номер записи: 42
06-02-2020 дата публикации

LABELLING MACHINE AND METHOD FOR APPLYING LABELS

Номер: US20200039677A1
Автор: VENEZIANI Nicola, VIGNALI Matteo
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The present invention relates to a labelling machine () for applying labels () to receptacles () comprising a web (11) having a succession of decorative patterns (); a cutting unit () configured to cut said web () so as to obtain individual labels (); a conveying means () configured to advance the individual labels (); a control unit () configured to control a positioning of the web () in relation to a reference station (); a determination device () configured to determine and/or detect a relative positioning of the decorative patterns () in relation to the reference station (); and a removal device () configured to remove incorrect labels () that are determined and/or detected as a function of the relative positioning of the decorative patterns () in relation to the reference station (). Also included is a method for applying labels (). 1123. A labelling machine () for applying labels () to receptacles () comprising:{'b': 11', '11', '15', '2, 'a web () of labelling material positioned along a feed path (Q); said web () of labelling material having a succession of decorative patterns (), each of which defining the extension of an individual label ();'}{'b': 12', '11', '2', '13, 'a cutting unit () configured to cut said web () of labelling material into individual labels () at a cutting station ();'}{'b': 14', '2', '13', '5', '2', '3, 'a conveying means () configured to advance the individual labels () from the cutting station () to at least one application station (), at which the individual labels () are applied to the respective receptacles ();'}{'b': 17', '1', '11', '18, 'a control unit () configured to control the labelling machine () in at least one set-up configuration in which the web () of labelling material is positioned in relation to a reference station ();'}{'b': 19', '1', '15', '18, 'a determination device () configured to determine and/or detect at least in the set-up configuration of said labelling machine (), a relative positioning of the decorative ...

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Номер записи: 43
24-02-2022 дата публикации

Label Assembly and Method for Affixing a Label to a Surface Using the Same

Номер: US20220058984A1
Автор: AMBARTSOUMIAN Gourgen
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A label assembly and a method for affixing a label to a surface, the label assembly comprising: a label support liner having a label receiving surface comprising a release coating, the label support liner including a main liner portion and a removable liner portion separable from the main liner portion; and a label layer extending over the label receiving surface, the label layer including: a label releasably affixed to the label receiving surface, the label including a first label portion overlapping the main liner portion and a second label portion overlapping the removable liner portion such that separating the removable liner portion from the main liner portion and moving the removable liner portion away from the label receiving surface peels the first label portion away from the main liner portion while the second label portion remains affixed to the removable liner portion. 1. A label assembly comprising:a label support liner having a label receiving surface comprising a release coating, the label support liner including a main liner portion and a plurality of removable liner portions individually separable from the main liner portion; and 'a plurality of labels releasably affixed to the label receiving surface, each label including a first label portion overlapping the main liner portion and a second label portion overlapping a corresponding one of the removable liner portions such that separating the corresponding one of the removable liner portions from the main liner portion and from the other ones of the removable liner portions and moving the corresponding one of the removable liner portions away from the label receiving surface peels the first label portion away from the main liner portion while the second label portion remains affixed to the corresponding one of the removable liner portions.', 'a label layer extending over the label receiving surface, the label layer including2. The label assembly as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the label support liner ...

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Номер записи: 44
16-02-2017 дата публикации

Automatic high speed labeling system

Номер: US20170043897A1
Автор: Kevin Guadagnini, Kino Almaraz, M. Scott Howarth, Mike Mooneyham
Принадлежит: Sinclair Systems International LLC

A high speed automatic produce labeling system is provided, having a label dispense cycle of less than 17 milliseconds and capable of dispensing and applying 1,000 labels per minute per lane. First and second direct gear drives are actuated by a single stepper motor. A removable label cassette is driven by the first direct gear drive; the cassette carries a label carrier strip. An improved Geneva wheel drive forms part of the first gear drive which substantially reduces jerk and tearing of the label carrier strip while maintaining high labeling speed. The label cassette includes several quick-change components allowing the system to apply different size labels. An improved tensioning system is provided, minimizing slipping and tearing of the label carrier strip. An improved stripper plate tip actuator is also provided.

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Номер записи: 45
15-02-2018 дата публикации

AUTOMATIC LABELING APPARATUS AND METHOD AND ASSEMBLY JIG AND METHOD

Номер: US20180044048A1
Автор: LI Yanfeng, Sun Wenbo, Wang Xing, XU Yeshun
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The present disclosure provides an automatic labeling apparatus and method, as well as an assembly jig and method, the automatic labeling apparatus includes an attachment platform provided with an attachment surface, an attachment unit provided with a label receiving surface, and a separation unit, wherein the separation unit is configured to separate a label from a label base paper to the label receiving surface with a glue surface of the label away from the label receiving surface, the label receiving surface being configured to make the glue surface of the label higher than the attachment surface when the label is on the label receiving surface. 1. An automatic labeling apparatus comprising:an attachment platform provided with an attachment surface;an attachment unit provided with a label receiving surface; anda separation unit, wherein the separation unit is configured to transfer a label from a label base paper to the label receiving surface with a glue surface of the label away from the label receiving surface, the label receiving surface configured to position the glue surface of the label higher than the attachment surface when the label is on the label receiving surface.2. The apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising:a conveying unit configured to sequentially convey labels in a label roll to the separation unit.3. The apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the conveying unit comprises:a label roll turning wheel configured to be mounted with a label roll and to be driven to rotate; anda label base paper reclaiming wheel configured to reclaim the label base paper of the label roll by rotation, and configured to convey labels in the label roll to the separation unit sequentially.4. The apparatus according to claim 3 , wherein the separation unit comprises a label base paper baffle configured to cause the label base paper on the label roll to turn back when the label base paper reclaiming wheel rotates claim 3 , so that an individual label is ...

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Номер записи: 46
15-02-2018 дата публикации

HIGH SPEED LABEL APPLICATOR AND METHODS

Номер: US20180044049A1
Автор: Vega Israel
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A label application system for applying labels to relatively short, round, straight-walled articles is constructed and designed so that labels to be applied to passing articles are delivered to the label application zone on a carrier web in a short feed orientation, with each label being oriented lengthwise across a width of the carrier web. At the time of labeling, the label is held stationary on a flat vacuum surface, and the label is applied by spinning the articles past the vacuum surface. As a result, the system is capable of labeling articles at processing speeds of at least 450 articles per minute or more. 1. A method for applying labels to round , straight-walled articles , comprising:feeding a label having a length and a width onto a flat, planar vacuum surface, so that the entire length and width of the label is disposed on the flat, planar vacuum surface, so that an adhesive side of the label faces outwardly toward articles passing by the flat, planar vacuum surface on a conveyor in a downstream direction of travel;retaining the label on the flat, planar vacuum surface using applied vacuum pressure;holding the flat, planar vacuum surface in a stationary position as an article to be labeled enters a label application zone adjacent to the flat, planar vacuum surface; andapplying the label to the article to be labeled in the label application zone while holding the flat, planar vacuum surface in the stationary position.2. The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein the flat claim 1 , planar vacuum surface comprises a flat vacuum pad.3. The method as recited in claim 1 , and further comprising using a pressure control assembly upstream of the label application zone for dispensing individual articles to be labeled as they travel along the conveyor toward the label application zone.4. The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein the feeding step includes feeding a carrier web on which a plurality of the labels are disposed claim 1 , and separating the label from ...

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Номер записи: 47
03-03-2022 дата публикации

LINER-LESS LABEL PRINTER SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20220063294A1
Автор: BRYANT Donn D., CONNORS William M., LAWRENCE Michael W., WOOLCOTT George N.
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A pre-feed system and method for a liner-less label printer includes a drive roll that is configured to peel liner-less labels from a reel and pass the labels to an in-line label printer at a consistent rate. An idler roll disposed in proximity to the drive roll creates a nip for pulling labels from the reel. The idler roll is comprised of silicone which prevents the adhesive side of the liner-less label from sticking. A print controller monitors a non-contact reflective object sensor disposed in proximity to the path of the liner-less labels between the drive roll and the in-line printer. The print controller adjusts the speed of the drive roll to maintain a consistent rate for labels entering the print feed of the in-line label printer and reduces the amount of force required to feed labels into the printer.

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Номер записи: 48
14-02-2019 дата публикации

LABEL-AFFIXING MACHINE AND STRETCH-WRAPPING MACHINE

Номер: US20190047738A1
Автор: HAYASHI Mitsunobu, KIMOTO Susumu, NISHIMURA Hiromu, TAI Yuuki, Tokura Hiroaki
Принадлежит: ISHIDA CO., LTD.

A label-affixing machine affixes a label, which is conveyed by a label conveying body, to the back surface of a product being conveyed. The label-affixing machine includes a label holding unit configured to hold a label so that an adhesive surface of the label faces outward, a pressing mechanism configured to press a label conveying body, which is disposed on a side facing the label holding unit, against the adhesive surface of the held label by moving the label conveying body toward the label holding unit, and a controller that controls the drive of the label conveying body and the pressing mechanism to affix the label to the back surface of the product. 1. A label-affixing machine that affixes a label , which is conveyed by a label conveying body , to a back surface of a product being conveyed , the label-affixing machine comprising:a label holding unit configured to hold the label so that an adhesive surface of the label faces outward;a pressing mechanism configured to press a label conveying body, which is disposed on a side facing the label holding unit, against the adhesive surface of the held label by moving the label conveying body toward the label holding unit; anda controller that controls drive of the label conveying body and the pressing mechanism to affix the label to the back surface of the product.2. The label-affixing machine according to claim 1 ,wherein the controller controls the drive of the label conveying body and the pressing mechanism to allow the label conveying body to be away from the label holding unit while the label is issued and, once the issuing of the label ends, to press the label conveying body against the adhesive surface of the held label.3. The label-affixing machine according to claim 1 ,wherein the controller controls the drive of the label conveying body and the pressing mechanism to allow the label conveying body to travel upward in a state in which the label conveying body is away from the label holding unit while the label ...

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Номер записи: 49
25-02-2021 дата публикации

PRINTER

Номер: US20210053375A1
Автор: Tsuchiya Motohito
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A printer includes a body including a label sheet storage location and a cover rotatably attached to the body and covering the storage location when closed. The cover includes a roller having a shaft that is used for conveying the label sheet when the cover is closed and a peeling bar extending above the roller. The body includes a pressing member extending along the direction and pressing the sheet against the bar for peeling a label from the label sheet and a release lever arranged at an end of the pressing member. The release lever has a recess and rotates between a first position at which the shaft fits into the recess and a second position at which the shaft is released. The release lever rotates from the first to second positions to open the cover when a release button is pressed. 1. A printer , comprising:a body with a sheet storage location that that accommodates a label sheet;a cover that is rotatably attached to the body and covers the sheet storage location when closed; anda release button for opening the cover when the cover is closed, wherein a roller including a shaft and configured to convey the label sheet when the cover is closed, and', 'a peeling bar extending above the roller along a longitudinal direction thereof, and, 'the cover includes a pressing member that extends along the longitudinal direction and, when the cover is closed, presses a part of the label sheet conveyed by the roller against the peeling bar so as to peel a label from the label sheet,', 'a release lever at an end of the pressing member in the longitudinal direction, the release lever having a recess and configured to rotate between a first position where the shaft of the roller held in the recess and a second position where the shaft is released from the recess, and', 'the release lever rotates from the first position to the second position to open the cover when the release button is pressed., 'the body further includes2. The printer according to claim 1 , whereinthe cover ...

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Номер записи: 50
13-02-2020 дата публикации

METHOD FOR TRANSFERRING MATERIAL WITH ADHESIVE ONTO ARTICLES WITH A DIFFERENCE IN DEGREE OF CURING BETWEEN THE MATERIAL AND ADHESIVE

Номер: US20200047419A1
Автор: Allen Matthew Richard, Baker Paul Edmund, Cassoni Robert Paul, Ishihara Tadayoshi
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Apparatuses and methods for applying a transfer material onto the surface of an article are disclosed, including apparatuses and methods of transfer printing on and/or decorating three-dimensional articles, as well as the articles printed and/or decorated thereby. In some cases, the apparatuses and methods involve providing a deposition device, such as a printing device; providing a transfer component; depositing a material onto a portion of the transfer component with the deposition device; modifying the portion of the transfer component with the transfer material thereon to conform the transfer component to at least a portion of the surface of the three-dimensional article; and transferring the transfer material onto the surface of the article. 1. A process for applying a transfer material onto the surface of a three-dimensional article comprising:providing at least one three-dimensional article which has a surface;providing a deposition device;providing a transfer component with initial dimensions, a surface, and an initial configuration;depositing a curable ink onto a portion of the surface of the transfer component with the deposition device to form a transfer material on the portion of the surface of the transfer component, wherein the ink has adhesive properties;curing the ink;modifying the portion of the transfer component with the transfer material thereon to contact the surface of the article with the adhesive and conform the transfer component and transfer material to at least a portion of the surface of the three-dimensional article; andtransferring the transfer material onto the surface of the article.2. The process of claim 1 , comprising applying an adhesive to the cured ink.3. The process of claim 2 , wherein the adhesive comprises at least one of a UV-curable adhesive claim 2 , an electron beam-curable adhesive claim 2 , a pressure sensitive adhesive claim 2 , a thermally activated adhesive claim 2 , a multi-part self-curing adhesive.4. The process ...

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Номер записи: 51
22-02-2018 дата публикации

METHOD TO PRINT AND APPLY LABELS TO PRODUCTS

Номер: US20180050834A9
Автор: Bednarek Tomasz K., Bowers Brian, Palmer Tim, Wojdyla Richard
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The present application relates to a method and system for labeling one or more products such as packages transported along a conveyer, and more specifically to applying a label on a respective package by way of a vertically adjustable assembly positioned above the conveyor. The adjustable assembly includes at least a label printer and an applicator for printing and applying the label on a surface of the package on the conveyor. 1. A method for labeling a plurality packages with a movable label applicator assembly including at least a printer and an applicator , the method comprising steps of:receiving data representing height and length of each of the packages transported along a conveyor;controlling conveyor speed based on a calculated pitch required between a first package and a trailing second package;printing data by way of the printer on a first label, and applying the first label to the first package with the label applicator assembly positioned above the conveyor;adjusting or maintaining a vertical height of the label applicator assembly, based on any calculated height difference between the first package and the second package, at a sufficient height required for labeling of the second package;printing data, by way of the printer, on a second label intended for the second package;feeding or withdrawing a supply of labeling material into or from a vacuum system during the vertical height adjustment of the label applicator assembly; andapplying the second label to the second package by way of the applicator.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the adjusting step includes:elevating the height of the label applicator assembly,wherein the height of the second package is greater than the height of the first package.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the adjusting step includes:lowering the height of the label applicator assembly,wherein the height of the second package is less than the height of the first package.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of ...

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Номер записи: 52
10-03-2022 дата публикации

Vacuum Drum for a Labeling Unit, Labeling Unit Having Such a Vacuum Drum, and Method for Producing a Vacuum Drum

Номер: US20220073228A1
Автор: Essing Jens, KRAEMER Klaus
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A vacuum drum for a labelling unit of a labelling machine has the segments arranged next to each other to collectively form a circumferential surface of the vacuum drum. A typical segment has vacuum-holders that holds ends of the label. The holders are offset along the drum's circumferential surface. The segment also has a carrier plate and a label arc between the first and second vacuum holders. The first vacuum-holder comprises a first housing and the second vacuum holder comprises a second housing. At least one of the carrier plate, the housings, and the label arc is formed by additive manufacturing. 136-. (canceled)37. An apparatus comprising a vacuum drum for a labelling unit of a labelling machine that labels containers with a label having a first end and a second end , said vacuum drum being rotatable about a drum axis and comprising a plurality of segments , said segments being arranged next to each other along a circumferential direction of said vacuum drum so as to collectively form a circumferential surface of said vacuum drum , wherein said segments comprise a first segment that comprises a first vacuum-holder that holds said first end , a second vacuum-holder that holds said second end and that is offset from said first vacuum-holder along said circumferential surface of said vacuum drum , a carrier plate , and a label arc between said first and second vacuum holders , wherein said first vacuum-holder comprises a first housing and said second vacuum holder comprises a second housing , wherein at least one of said carrier plate , said housings , and said label arc is formed by additive manufacturing.38. The apparatus of claim 37 , wherein said first segment further comprises a vacuum line that supports said first housing claim 37 , said vacuum line having been produced by additive manufacturing.39. The apparatus of claim 37 , wherein said segment further comprises further comprises a vacuum line that holds said second housing in a fixed position on said ...

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Номер записи: 53
10-03-2022 дата публикации

LABELING MACHINE WITH LABEL APPLICATION SYSTEM FOR RECYCLING THE CONTAINER

Номер: US20220073229A1
Автор: Di Pinto Ivan, Fabbri Damiano
Принадлежит: Z-ITALIA S.R.L

A labeling machine is presented for labeling containers by a continuous film strip suitably cut into labels, configured for fixing the label to the container by an adhesion fluid adapted to adhere the label to the container. The adhesion fluid is of the dissolvable type within a determined time sufficient to guarantee the function of applying the label to the container and/or removable through the use of suitable removal means. 11104233434341109480089348803480853485. Labeling machine ( , ) for labeling containers () by means of a continuous film strip () cut into labels () , configured for fixing the label () to the container () by means of an adhesion fluid adapted to adhere the label () to the container () , said adhesion fluid is of the dissolvable type within a given time sufficient to guarantee the function of applying the label () to the container () and/or removable through the use of removal means , said labeling machine ( , ) , comprising advancing means () of the container () and comprising application means () that comprise a transfer drum () , rotating around an axis (Z) , which operate synchronized with rotation of advancing means () during the application of the label () to the container () , said transfer drum () which provides at least one application area () configured to retain the label () and apply it to the container () , said application area () in turn comprising a label guide profile () , on which the label () rests , conforms so as to keep a distance (D) between the container () and the label guide profile () constant throughout the application cycle.21. The labeling machine () according to claim 1 , wherein the adhesion fluid comprises claim 1 , or consists of water.310. The labeling machine () according to claim 1 , wherein the adhesion fluid comprises claim 1 , or consists of claim 1 , a degradable type glue.410. The labeling machine () according to claim 1 , wherein the adhesion fluid comprises claim 1 , or consists of claim 1 , a fluid ...

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Номер записи: 54
05-03-2015 дата публикации

Automated labeling method and label supply therefor

Номер: US20150059973A1
Автор: Dwayne K. Brandon, Robert L. Leighton
Принадлежит: NORTH ZION MANAGEMENT LLC

An automated labeling method and label supply therefor. The method and label supply are particularly adapted for labeling produce, and more particularly fruit, in high volumes at high speed.

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Номер записи: 55
21-02-2019 дата публикации

LABELING MACHINE

Номер: US20190055046A1
Автор: MAZZUCCO Daniele, Pedercini Maurizio
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A labeling machine having a device for applying labels to containers to be labeled, the application device being fed by a feeding unit supported by a base frame and including at least one device for supporting a spool of a film of labels which is arranged around a hollow tubular body. The supporting device includes at least one base body supported by the base frame and an elongated body which can be associated removably with the base body by virtue of a removable connecting component, the elongated body being insertable into the hollow tubular body of the spool when separated from the base body. Locking components are further provided which are adapted to lock the elongated body in the tubular body with the elongated body separated from the base body. 113-. (canceled)14. A labeling machine comprising: a device for applying labels to containers to be labeled , said application device being fed by a feeding unit supported by a base frame and comprising at least one device for supporting a spool of a film of labels which is arranged around a hollow tubular body , wherein said supporting device comprises at least one base body supported by said base frame and an elongated body which can be associated removably with said base body by virtue of removable connecting means , said elongated body being insertable into said hollow tubular body of said spool when separated from said base body , locking means being further provided which are adapted to lock said elongated body in said tubular body with said elongated body separated from said base body.15. The labeling machine according to claim 14 , wherein said elongated body comprises a grip portion adapted to allow the movement of said spool for the movement of said spool with respect to said feeding unit.16. The labeling machine according to claim 14 , wherein said locking means comprise at least one expandable portion of the outer surface of said elongated body that can expand in a radial direction in order to lock onto the ...

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Номер записи: 56
04-03-2021 дата публикации

Automatic hub labeling device and production line

Номер: US20210061509A1
Автор: Bao Zhang, Fuwang Zhang, Honglei Liu, Liang Huang, Qingbo Kong
Принадлежит: CITIC Dicastal Co Ltd

The present disclosure relates to the field of hub packaging technology, and specifically to an automatic hub labeling device and a production line. A conveying mechanism conveys a hub to a camera identification module to determine a hub model, a printer can print multiple models of bar code or two-dimensional code labels and can automatically print a bar code or two-dimensional code label according to the wheel model, and the bar code or two-dimensional code label can be automatically pasted to a specified position according to the wheel model, so that automatic identification of the wheel model, automatic printing of the label and automatic pasting of the label are achieved, personnel participation is reduced, the production efficiency is improved, and customer complaints are reduced.

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Номер записи: 57
20-02-2020 дата публикации

LABELLING MACHINE WITH A CONTROLLED BRAKE ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF ITS OPERATION

Номер: US20200055628A1
Автор: PFEFFER Gary
Принадлежит:

A labelling machine comprises a supply spool support for supporting a supply spool comprising label stock; a take-up spool support adapted to take up a portion of the label stock; a motive device configured to propel the label stock along a web path from the supply spool support towards the take up spool support; a first arrangement configured to produce a first signal indicative of a speed at which label stock is removed from the supply spool by the motive device; a controller configured to receive the first signal and output a brake assembly control signal based upon the first signal; and a brake assembly configured to apply a braking force to the supply spool support based upon the brake assembly control signal, the braking force resisting rotation of the supply spool support. The controller is configured to output the brake assembly control signal based upon a target supply spool speed. 1. A method of operating a labelling machine , the labelling machine comprising a supply spool support , a take-up spool support , a motive device , a first arrangement , a controller and a brake assembly;the method comprising:the supply spool support supporting a supply spool comprising label stock;the take-up spool support taking up a portion of the label stock;the motive device propelling the label stock along a web path from the supply spool support towards the take up spool support;the first arrangement producing a first signal indicative of a speed at which label stock is removed from the supply spool by the motive device;the controller receiving the first signal and outputting a brake assembly control signal based upon the first signal;the brake assembly applying a braking force to the supply spool support based upon the brake assembly control signal, the braking force resisting rotation of the supply spool support;the controller outputting the brake assembly control signal based upon a target supply spool speed.2. A method of operating a labelling machine , the labelling ...

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Номер записи: 58
05-06-2014 дата публикации

AUTOMATED LABELING APPARATUS USING LABELS HAVING A FLUID ACTIVATABLE ADHESIVE

Номер: US20140150976A1
Автор: Lux Benjamin David, Peckham Randy, Woods Michael C.
Принадлежит: NuLabel Technologies, Inc.

An apparatus and method is described herein for automatically labeling using labels having a fluid activatable adhesive along the back surface of such label. The apparatus has multiple pallets each being positionable with the lowermost label of a stack of one or more labels to releasably secure by suction the label against the pallet, and multiple pads each being positionable with respect to pallets to receive labels from the pallets and then releasably retain such labels until application onto containers. Fluid for activating adhesive is applied by an applicator onto labels retained upon the pad to change the fluid activatable adhesive along the label's back surface from a non-tacky state to a tacky state just prior to application of the label onto container. 1. (canceled)2. An apparatus for automatically applying to objects labels having a back surface with fluid activatable adhesive , the apparatus comprising:a dispensing magazine for retaining a plurality of individual labels in a stack; [ multiple openings for communication of suction to enable the first transfer member to receive and releasably secure the one of the labels onto the pallet;', 'multiple suction cups each including a central hole through which suction is communicated via a corresponding one of the openings to direct suction onto select areas of the one of the labels;', 'multiple vacuum modulation devices, each of the vacuum modulation devices being associated with one or more of the multiple openings, to selectively control communication of suction to a selected subset of the multiple openings based on the size of the label;, 'a first transfer member comprising multiple pallets, each pallet being positionable to receive one of the labels from the dispensing magazine and move the one of the labels along a first segment of the path, the pallets each including, 'a second transfer member positionable with respect to the first transfer member to receive the one of the labels from the first transfer ...

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Номер записи: 59
15-03-2018 дата публикации

BATCH PRINT LABEL WITH RECYCLABLE BACKER

Номер: US20180072020A1
Автор: Krahl William R., Thiaville Charles, Vigunas Michael
Принадлежит:

A recyclable web of media for batch printing labels includes a recyclable label media which includes a substrate to accept printing on a first side of the substrate. An adhesive or pattern of adhesive is deposited on a second surface of the substrate opposite the first side of the substrate. A recyclable backing structure includes a print label backer material. A recyclable release layer coats one surface of the print label backer material. The recyclable backing structure is non-permanently and removably affixed to a surface of the adhesive or pattern of adhesive. 1. A recyclable web of media for batch printing labels comprising: a substrate to accept printing on a first side of said substrate;', 'an adhesive or pattern of adhesive deposited on a second surface of said substrate opposite said first side of said substrate;, 'a recyclable label media comprising a print label backer material;', 'a recyclable release layer coats one surface of said print label backer material; and, 'a recyclable backing structure comprisingwherein said recyclable backing structure is non-permanently and removably affixed to a surface of said adhesive or pattern of adhesive.2. The recyclable web of media for batch printing labels of claim 1 , wherein said recyclable release layer comprises a substantially silicone free material.3. The recyclable web of media for batch printing labels of claim 1 , wherein said substantially silicone free material comprises trace amounts or trace components of silicone.4. The recyclable web of media for batch printing labels of claim 1 , wherein said recyclable release layer comprises a starch or cellulose coating.5. The recyclable web of media for batch printing labels of claim 1 , wherein said recyclable release layer comprises a combination of starch and cellulose.6. The recyclable web of media for batch printing labels of claim 1 , wherein said recyclable release layer comprises a modified acrylic based material.7. The recyclable web of media for ...

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Номер записи: 60
24-03-2022 дата публикации

MEDICINE DISPENSING DEVICE

Номер: US20220089309A1
Автор: HORII Jun, IMAI Takafumi, IWATANI Takashi, TAKADA Yasuyuki
Принадлежит: YUYAMA MFG. CO., LTD.

Provided is a medicine dispensing device having a container stocking portion) for stocking a plurality of medicine containers, a medicine supplying part for supplying solid medicines, container taking means for taking the container from the container stocking portion, a medicine filling part for filling the medicine container with the solid medicines supplied from the medicine supplying part and container checking means. The medicine checking means has posture keeping means for keeping a constant posture of the medicine container and a measuring member which can approach to and move away from the medicine container. The container checking means can check a type of the medicine container by holding the medicine container with keeping the constant posture by using the posture keeping means and allowing the measuring member to approach to the medicine container from a remote position and make contact with the medicine container. 1. A medicine dispensing device in which a medicine supplying part is configured for supplying solid medicines , the medicine dispensing device comprising:a medicine cassette and storage means in which information on a length of the medicine is stored;wherein the medicine cassette is arranged at the medicine supplying part;wherein the medicine cassette has a solid agent containing portion for containing the solid medicines, a discharge port for discharging the solid medicines from the solid agent containing portion and a rotating body and is configured to rotate the rotating body to move the solid medicines on the rotating body toward the discharging port; andwherein a rotational speed of the rotating body is decided based on the length of the medicine stored in the storage means.2. The medicine dispensing device claimed in claim 1 , wherein the medicine cassette has a first rotating body and a second rotating body claim 1 , the first rotating body is a discoid member constituting a bottom surface of the solid agent containing portion and the ...

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Номер записи: 61
07-03-2019 дата публикации

METHOD FOR MOVING TO A REFERENCE FEED POSITION OF A LABEL TAPE AND DEVICE FOR LABELLING CONTAINERS

Номер: US20190071204A1
Автор: HÖGL Bernhard
Принадлежит:

A method for moving to a reference feed position of a label tape with respect to a dispensing edge of a container labeller and a corresponding device is described. The label tape may be first pulled back beyond the reference feed position by rewinding to its supply roller and then conveyed in the normal feed direction to the reference feed position prevents unwanted detachment of labels at the dispensing edge as a result of the label tape unwinding from the supply roller as well as the use of pusher roller systems upstream of the dispensing edge. 1. A method for moving to a reference feed position of a label tape with respect to a dispensing edge of a container labeller , wherein the label tape is pulled back beyond the reference feed position by being wound back onto a supply roller and is then conveyed in the normal feed direction to the reference feed position.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the label tape is stored out of a loop buffer disposed between a supply roller and a dispensing edge until a lower adjustment limit of the buffer size is reached and the label tape is then pulled back between the loop buffer and the dispensing edge.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein an actual feed position of the label tape is monitored by sensors and the conveying of the label tape rewound beyond the actual feed position is automatically interrupted in the normal feed direction when the actual feed position for at least one label of the label tape corresponds to the reference feed position.4. The method according to claim 3 , wherein the actual feed position is monitored between the dispensing edge and the loop buffer by a sensor.5. The method according to claim 2 , wherein at least one buffer roller of the loop buffer is displaced and/or pivoted against an elastic pre-tension to an adjustment limit of the buffer size.6. The method according to claim 5 , wherein a movement of the buffer roller is elastically damped at the adjustment limit.7. The method ...

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Номер записи: 62
07-03-2019 дата публикации

LABELLER AND METHOD OF USING THE SAME

Номер: US20190071205A1
Автор: Sleiman Sumier
Принадлежит:

A labelling method includes receiving an occupied signal from a conveyor indicating that the next spot on the conveyor is occupied with an object to be labeled and instructing a turret motor to rotate a turret continuously from one application position to another application position to apply a second label to the second object. The method then includes determining the absence of an occupied signal within a time threshold, and instructing the turret motor to rotate the turret to an intermediate position and to slow the turret at the intermediate position. The intermediate position is between two consecutive application positions. The method then includes receiving another occupied signal indicating that the next spot on the conveyor is occupied, and instructing the turret motor to rotate the turret to the next application position to apply a third label to the object. 1. A labelling method comprising:receiving a first occupied signal indicating that a first spot on a conveyor is occupied with a first object to be labeled;instructing a turret motor to rotate a turret to a first application position to apply a first label to the first object;receiving a second occupied signal indicating that a second spot on the conveyor is occupied with a second object to be labeled after the first object;after instructing the turret motor to rotate to the first application position, instructing the turret motor to rotate the turret continuously from the first application position to a second application position based on the second occupied signal to apply a second label to the second object;after instructing the turret motor to move to the second application position, determining the absence of a third occupied signal within a time threshold, and instructing the turret motor to rotate the turret to an intermediate position and to slow the turret at the intermediate position based on the determination of the absence of the third occupied signal; andafter instructing the turret motor ...

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Номер записи: 63
05-03-2020 дата публикации

ROLL HOLDER FOR A LABEL ROLL

Номер: US20200071014A1
Автор: Kirsch Sascha
Принадлежит:

The invention relates to a roll holder for a label roll, in particular for a label printer for a packaging machine for wrapping products with a packaging film, having an horizontally arranged, fixed-position holding mandrel whose one end is fastened to a carrier and whose other end projects in an unsupported manner from the carrier, and having a first roll mount and a second roll mount separate from the first roll mount, wherein the first roll mount is configured to engage into a first end of the label roll, and wherein the second roll mount is configured to engage into a second end of the label roll, such that the label roll is receivable between the two roll mounts, with the second roll mount being pushable onto the holding mandrel from the unsupported end of the holding mandrel. 11311100. A roll holder () for a label roll , in particular for a label printer () for a packaging machine () for wrapping products (P) with a packaging film (K) ,{'b': 17', '18', '18, 'having a horizontally arranged, fixed-position holding mandrel () whose one end is fastened to a carrier () and whose other end projects in an unsupported manner from the carrier (); and'}{'b': 19', '20', '19', '19', '20', '19', '20, 'claim-text': {'b': 20', '17', '17, 'wherein the second roll mount () can be pushed onto the holding mandrel () from the unsupported end of the holding mandrel ().'}, 'having a first roll mount () and a second roll mount () separate from the first roll mount (), with the first roll mount () being configured to engage into a first end of the label roll, and with the second roll mount () being configured to engage into a second end of the label roll such that the label roll is receivable between the two roll mounts (, ),'}2. A roll holder in accordance with claim 1 ,characterized in that{'b': 20', '27', '17', '28', '27', '30', '30', '27', '17, 'the second roll mount () comprises an inner element () that can be pushed onto the holding mandrel (), an outer element () that engages ...

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Номер записи: 64
18-03-2021 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR APPLYING A LABEL FOR THE AUTOMATED PRODUCTION OF E-VAPOR DEVICES

Номер: US20210078748A1
Автор: Garthaffner Martin
Принадлежит: Altria Client Services LLC

A system for use in manufacturing vapor-generating articles may include a rotatable drum that is configured to hold a plurality of the vapor-generating articles. The system may also include a tagging drum that is configured to tag a respective label to a housing of each of the vapor-generating articles. The system may also include a pressing roller that is configured to press a leading edge of the label against the housing after the tagging. The system may further include a rolling drum that is configured to roll the label around the housing after the pressing. 1. A system for applying a label to a vaping article , comprising:a rotatable drum configured to hold a vaping article including a housing and a label tagged to the housing;a pressing roller configured to press a leading edge of the label against the housing while the vaping article is in a seat of the rotatable drum; anda rolling drum arranged downstream from the pressing roller, the rolling drum configured to roll the label around the housing.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the rotatable drum includes a drum body claim 1 , a plurality of grooves in an outer face of the drum body claim 1 , and a seat in each of the plurality of grooves claim 1 , the seat including a seat groove that is configured to receive and hold the housing.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the vaping article is an electronic vapor device claim 2 , the seat is composed of a plastic claim 2 , and the housing is composed of a metal or metal alloy.4. The system of claim 2 , wherein the seat is moveable relative to the drum body along a radial direction of the drum body claim 2 , the rotatable drum further including a resilient element configured to bias the seat outward along the radial direction.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein the pressing roller is configured to push the seat along the radial direction of the drum body when the leading edge of the label is pressed against the housing.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein label is ...

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Номер записи: 65
18-03-2021 дата публикации

LABEL APPLICATION SYSTEMS

Номер: US20210078751A1
Автор: Grauds Juris Alex, Lux Benjamin David, Marsella Andrew W., Medeiros Michael, Meek Jason A., Munnelly Heidi M., Voicechovski Nikolai A., Woods Michael Clarke
Принадлежит: ACTEGA North America Technologies, Inc.

Systems and methods for applying decorations from a web onto substrates are disclosed. According to some aspects, a decoration may be transferred from the web directly to a substrate based on contact of the substrate with an adhesive of a portion of the decoration while the portion of the decoration is attached to the web. 1. A system for transferring decorations to substrates , comprising:a continuous web including a plurality of decorations provided on a first side of the web, each decoration having a pressure sensitive adhesive exposed on a surface of the decoration facing outwardly from the first side of the web;an application station at which the decorations are transferred from the web to substrates;a web path along which the web travels to transport the decorations to the application station;a substrate transport configured to move the substrates to the label application station;a web control system including at least one web controller configured to move the web at the application station to position a decoration on the web for transfer to a substrate; andan actuator arranged to move the web and the substrate toward each other to apply an enhanced application force during transfer of the decoration to the substrate;wherein the application station is configured to transfer a decoration from the web directly to a substrate based on contact of the substrate with the pressure sensitive adhesive of a portion of the decoration while the portion of the decoration is attached to the web.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein contact of a portion of the substrate with the pressure sensitive adhesive adheres the decoration to the portion of the substrate such that movement of the portion of the substrate away from the web separates at least a part of the decoration from the web.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein each decoration of the plurality of decorations comprises two or more physically separate decoration components claim 1 , and the adhesive is exposed on a surface ...

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Номер записи: 66
26-03-2015 дата публикации

LABEL SEPARATOR AND LABEL PRINTER INCORPORATING THE LABEL SEPARATOR

Номер: US20150083040A1
Автор: Sato Daichi
Принадлежит:

A medium transporting apparatus is used for transporting a label web including a carrier web and labels adhered thereto. A platen roller transports the label web in a transport path. A pressure roller is disposed downstream of the separating member with respect to the transport path, and causes the carrier web to be kinked. The pressure roller urges the carrier web against the platen roller. A support member is mounted on a cover and rotatably supports the pressure roller. The cover is pivoted between an open position and a closed. Immediately after the cover has moved to the closed position, the pressure roller contacts the platen roller and then slides by a predetermined amount on the circumferential surface of the platen roller in a direction away from the separating member. Thus, the carrier web sandwiched between the pressure and platen rollers becomes taut. 1. A medium transporting apparatus , comprising:a transporting member configured to transport a medium in a transport path;a separating member via which the medium is transported by the transporting member in the transport path, the separating member being pivotally supported relative to a chassis of the medium transporting apparatus;a pressure roller disposed downstream of the separating member with respect to the transport path, the pressure roller urging the medium, which has passed the separating member, against the transporting member; anda support member configured to rotatably support the pressure roller thereon, the support member being movable between a first position where the pressure roller is out of contact engagement with the transporting member and a second position where the pressure roller is in contact engagement with the transporting member via the medium, the separating member pivoting in a direction away from the pressure roller when the support member moves from the first position to the second position.2. The medium transporting apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the separating ...

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Номер записи: 67
26-03-2015 дата публикации

LABELING APPARATUS INCLUDING SPRING-LOADED APPLICATORS

Номер: US20150083337A1
Автор: Lux Benjamin David, Marsella Andrew W., Medeiros Michael, Meek Jason A., Peckham Randy, Woods Michael C.
Принадлежит:

An apparatus and method is described herein for applying labels to containers. The apparatus includes a guidance mechanism configured to provide a path for receiving a plurality of labels having a back surface with a fluid activatable adhesive that is non-tacky until activated, an adhesive activation station aligned with at least a portion of the guidance mechanism and configured to apply to the back surface of said labels a fluid to activate said adhesive along said back surface of said labels, and a label application station configured to apply at least one of said labels with said activated adhesive onto an exterior surface of a corresponding object located on a rotatable platform. The guidance mechanism includes at least one rotatable transfer member having a plurality of pallets. Each of the pallets includes multiple openings for communication of suction to enable at least one of the pallets to receive and releasably secure a front of the labels onto at least one pallet, and one or more rollers connected to each of the pallets by one or more tunable complaint members. The label application station includes a servo motor configured to drive a linear speed and a rotational direction of the platform. 1. An apparatus for applying labels to containers , said apparatus comprising: multiple openings for communication of suction to enable at least one of the pallets to receive and releasably secure a front of the labels onto at least one pallet, and', 'one or more rollers connected to each of the pallets by one or more tunable complaint members;, 'a guidance mechanism configured to provide a path for receiving a plurality of labels having a back surface with a fluid activatable adhesive that is non-tacky until activated, the guidance mechanism including at least one rotatable transfer member having a plurality of pallets, each of the pallets havingan adhesive activation station aligned with at least a portion of the guidance mechanism and configured to apply to the ...

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Номер записи: 68
26-03-2015 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR FEEDING SELF-ADHESIVE OR "PRESSURE SENSITIVE" LABELS TO A LABELLING MACHINE

Номер: US20150083339A1
Автор: Busi Roberto, Cattabriga Denis, Saccardi Giovanni, Zamboni Alberto
Принадлежит: KOSME S.R.L. UNIPERSONALE

A device () for feeding self-adhesive or “pressure sensitive” labels to a labelling machine comprises a frame (), supporting means () for a reel of a web with the labels attached to it, a station () for detaching the labels from the web, recovery means (), return means (), and means () for moving the web comprising: a motor-driven roller () and at least one unit () for pressing the web against the motor-driven roller () comprising at least one contact roller (), mounted on a support (), for clamping the web against the motor-driven roller (). The support () being movable relative to the frame () between an operating position, with the contact roller () pressed against the motor-driven roller (), and an insertion position, with the contact roller () distanced from the motor-driven roller (). There being a switching element () associated with the support () which in their first configuration is in the operating position, in a second configuration is in an insertion position and in a third configuration is able to move between the insertion position and a maintenance position in which the contact roller () is further from the motor-driven roller () than in the insertion position. 1. A device for feeding self-adhesive or “pressure sensitive” labels to a labelling machine comprising:{'b': '2', 'a frame ();'}{'b': 3', '2, 'supporting means (), associated with the frame (), for a reel of web on which self-adhesive or “pressure sensitive” labels are applied;'}{'b': 5', '2, 'a detaching station () for detaching the labels from the web, associated with the frame ();'}{'b': 6', '2, 'means () for recovering the web, which are associated with the frame ();'}{'b': 3', '5', '6, 'there being a web running path between the supporting means (), the detaching station () and the recovery means ();'}{'b': 8', '2, 'web return means (), associated with the frame () and positioned along the running path;'}{'b': 10', '2', '10, 'movement means () for moving the web which are associated with ...

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Номер записи: 69
22-03-2018 дата публикации

LABELLING MACHINE AND METHOD FOR ITS OPERATION

Номер: US20180079545A1
Автор: BUXTON Keith, McNestry Martin
Принадлежит:

A gap sensor assembly for a labelling machine, the labelling machine configured to convey label web along a web path. The gap sensor assembly comprises a roller configured to guide the label web along the web path, and a sensor arrangement configured to produce a sensor signal which is a function of a property of a portion of label web. The roller comprises at least a portion of the sensor arrangement. 1. A gap sensor assembly for a labelling machine , the labelling machine configured to convey label stock along a web path , the gap sensor assembly comprising:a roller configured to guide the label stock along the web path;a sensor arrangement configured to produce a sensor signal which is a function of a property of a portion of label stock; and whereinthe roller comprises at least a portion of the sensor arrangement.2. A gap sensor arrangement according to claim 1 , wherein the sensor arrangement comprises:a transmitter portion configured to produce a detection signal; anda receiver portion configured to detect the detection signal and to produce the sensor signal which is a function of a property of a portion of label stock; and wherein the roller comprises the transmitter portion and/or the receiver portion.3. A gap sensor arrangement according to claim 2 , wherein the transmitter portion comprises an electromagnetic radiation source configured to produce the detection signal in the form of detection radiation claim 2 , and the receiver portion comprises an electromagnetic radiation detector configured to detect the detection radiation claim 2 ,wherein the transmitter portion and receiver portion are configured such that, in use, a portion of the label stock passes therebetween, andwherein the roller comprises one of the transmitter portion and the receiver portion, and the other of the transmitter portion and the receiver portion is separate from the roller.4. A gap sensor arrangement according to either or claim 2 , wherein one of the transmitter portion and ...

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Номер записи: 70
23-03-2017 дата публикации

Labeling machine

Номер: US20170081070A1
Автор: Riccardo BARDINI
Принадлежит: PE Labellers SpA

A labeling machine that comprises elements for entraining a tape along an advancement path with respect to a cutting device that has at least one blade adapted to cut the tape in order to obtain labels, the blade being arranged laterally spaced apart with respect to the advancement path of the tape, elements for redirecting at least one portion of the tape from the advancement path being also provided which are adapted to move such portion with respect to the advancement path of the tape in the direction of the blade in order to allow the blade to cut the tape at the aforementioned portion.

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Номер записи: 71
25-03-2021 дата публикации

Label Flagger

Номер: US20210086937A1
Автор: Moises Guerrero
Принадлежит: Brady Worldwide Inc

Systems and methods include an assembly for a label wrapper to adhere a label to an elongated object, such as a wire. The assembly includes a support structure defining a receiving space. One or more resilient members are positioned within the receiving space and define one or more channels. One or more flexible sheets are disposed over the resilient members and within the channels. The first and second flexible sheets may provide a substantially uniform pressure on the label being applied to the wire regardless of the size of the wire and the label. In some instances, the label is configured to fold around the wire and have first and second opposing end segments that couple with one another remotely from the wire thereby forming a flag label.

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Номер записи: 72
31-03-2022 дата публикации

IN-LINE PRODUCTION OF LINERLESS LABELS

Номер: US20220101757A1
Автор: Edwards David, Mallya Prakash
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A label laminate comprising a filmic or a paper substrate, said substrate having a first surface and a second surface; a pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) layer, said PSA layer being tacky and having a first surface and a second surface, the first surface of the PSA being in contact with the second surface of the substrate; and a detack layer on top of the second surface of the PSA layer, said detack layer having a melting point above about 50 C, wherein the detack layer has a surface coverage of less than 100% of the second surface of the PSA layer. 1. A label laminate comprising:a filmic or a paper substrate, said substrate having a first surface and a second surface;a pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) layer, said PSA layer being tacky and having a first surface and a second surface, the first surface of the PSA being in contact with the second surface of the substrate; anda detack layer on top of the second surface of the PSA layer, said detack layer having a melting point above about 50° C., wherein the detack layer has a surface coverage of less than 100% of the second surface of the PSA layer.2. The label laminate of claim 1 , wherein the PSA layer to the detack layer weight ratio is in the range of about 1:2 to about 10:1.3. The label laminate of claim 1 , wherein the detack layer is comprised of at least a plasticizer or at least a tackifier.4. The label laminate of claim 1 , further comprising spacers located on top of the second surface of the PSA layer and/or the detack layer to minimize blocking.5. The label laminate of claim 1 , wherein the detack layer is provided in a form of a plurality of filaments and/or ellipsoids sprayed on the second surface of the PSA to form the detack layer claim 1 , the filaments and/or the ellipsoids are of different shapes claim 1 , lengths and/or thicknesses disposed in a random distribution on top of the second surface of the PSA.6. The label laminate of claim 1 , wherein the detack layer is provided in a form of a ...

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Номер записи: 73
05-05-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR APPLYING A LABEL FOR THE AUTOMATED PRODUCTION OF E-VAPOR DEVICES

Номер: US20220135272A1
Автор: Garthaffner Martin
Принадлежит: Altria Client Services LLC

A system for use in manufacturing vapor-generating articles may include a rotatable drum that is configured to hold a plurality of the vapor-generating articles. The system may also include a tagging drum that is configured to tag a respective label to a housing of each of the vapor-generating articles. The system may also include a pressing roller that is configured to press a leading edge of the label against the housing after the tagging. The system may further include a rolling drum that is configured to roll the label around the housing after the pressing.

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Номер записи: 74
05-05-2022 дата публикации

Indicator Assembly for Media Processing Devices

Номер: US20220135273A1
Автор: Carroll Daniel V., Guinee Roger Edward, HACKETT Edward Anthony, Legg Hannah Marie, Malone Morgan Hassan, Maynard Raymond E., Morley-Smith James Roger, Ozserin Ozgur, St. Germain Michael F., Thomas Ellen, Wondolowski Michael C.
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A printer includes: a body defining a media enclosure configured to receive a media supply; an indicator assembly supported by an outer wall of the body, the indicator assembly including a plurality of substantially contiguous illumination surfaces illuminated by respective ones of a set of lights supported within the body; a controller supported by the body, the controller configured to: (i) obtain an operational status of the printer, (ii) retrieve, from a mapping repository, a set of notification control parameters corresponding to the operational status, and (iii) control the set of lights according to the notification control parameters.

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Номер записи: 75
09-04-2015 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR APPLYING TUBULAR SHRINK SLEEVE MATERIAL TO CONTAINERS

Номер: US20150096675A1
Автор: Bartlett Glynn R., Duncan Adam W., Wiedmann Stephen L.
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Aa machine for applying tubular film to products includes a mandrel assembly about which tubular film is passed. The mandrel assembly includes a film cutter for cutting the tubular film into lengths sized for application to containers passing below the mandrel assembly. A sleeve ejection arrangement is associated with the mandrel assembly and includes a mechanism that moves linearly while engaging a cut length of film so as to eject the cut length of film from the mandrel assembly and onto a container. The mechanism may be arranged so as to also impart rotation to the cut length of film as it is ejected. 1. A machine for applying tubular film to products , the machine including:a mandrel assembly about which tubular film is passed, the mandrel assembly including a film cutter for cutting the tubular film into lengths sized for application to containers passing below the mandrel assembly;a sleeve ejection arrangement associated with the mandrel assembly, the sleeve ejection arrangement including a mechanism that moves linearly while engaging a cut length of film so as to eject the cut length of film from the mandrel assembly and onto a container.2. The machine of wherein the mechanism comprises and elongated pad member that is reciprocated.3. The machine of wherein a linear actuator is connected to reciprocate the pad member.4. The machine of wherein the linear actuator is one of an air controlled member claim 3 , a hydraulic controlled member or an electrically controlled member.5. The machine of wherein the linear actuator is an electrically controlled member that is one of a solenoid controlled member or a servomotor controlled member.6. The machine of wherein the pad member is spaced from a primary external surface of the mandrel assembly claim 2 , the mandrel assembly includes a secondary surface that protrudes from the primary surface claim 2 , and the film is engaged between the pad member and the secondary surface during ejection.7. The machine of wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 76
09-04-2015 дата публикации

LABELLING MACHINE FOR LABELS PRINTED ON CONTINUOUS FILM

Номер: US20150096676A1
Автор: Ballarotti Mario
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A method for labelling containers with labels printed on a continuous film. The method comprises supplying individual containers to be labelled on a support of a rotating carousel; turning the containers about their own axis by turning the support; providing a reel of printed continuous film pretreated with adhesive and unwinding the film; aligning and adjusting the tension of the film; feeding the film to a rotating drum by a feeder; receiving and retaining, on the rotating drum, the film from the feeder so that the film adheres to the drum surface; programming a desired label length; cutting the film on the rotating drum with a laser head at the desired label length; separating the cut individual labels and moving them into contact with corresponding containers supported by the support of the carousel; and applying the individual labels to the corresponding containers directly from the rotating drum. 1. A method for labelling containers with labels printed on a continuous film , comprising:supplying individual containers to be labelled on supporting means of a rotating carousel;turning said containers about their own axis by turning said supporting means;providing a reel of printed continuous film pretreated with adhesive and unwinding said film from the reel;aligning and adjusting the tension of the film that unwinds from the reel; feeding said film to a rotating drum by a feeder;receiving and retaining on said rotating drum the film that exits from said feeder so that the film adheres to the surface of said drum;programming a desired label length;cutting said film on said rotating drum with a laser head according to the desired label length;separating the individual labels after said cutting and moving them into contact with corresponding containers supported by the supporting means of the carousel; andapplying the individual labels to the corresponding containers directly from said rotating drum.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising the step ...

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Номер записи: 77
19-03-2020 дата публикации

Apparatus for applying self-adhesive labels

Номер: US20200087014A1
Автор: Matteo Grioni, Maurizio Pedercini
Принадлежит: Sacmi Verona SpA

An apparatus for applying self-adhesive labels includes a supporting base for at least one reel of a ribbon that supports self-adhesive labels, elements of feeding the ribbon to a head for applying the self-adhesive labels, and a device for taking up the ribbon. The application head can move on command about an orientation axis in order to vary its own direction of extension with respect to the unwinding direction of the ribbon from the reel. The feeder elements include at least one redirection roller, the rotation axis of which can rotate on command, with respect to the reel, about an adjustment axis that is substantially parallel to the orientation axis in order to bring the direction of extension of the ribbon at the application head.

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Номер записи: 78
19-03-2020 дата публикации

LABEL APPLICATOR DEVICE

Номер: US20200087015A1
Автор: Brown Timothy, DA COSTA João Pedro, JR. Jesus, MAURO Roberto, MISTYURIK John, ROMO, STERN Mitchell, Watson Jan
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A label applicator device for use with a printer or combination printer/cutting device for applying a printed label to an object. The device comprises a mounting plate for mechanically connecting the device to the printer or combination printer/cutting device, a positioning arm, an adjusting element, and a tamping plate attached to the adjusting element. The positioning arm movably retains the adjusting element to control the depth that the tamping plate moves when applying a label exiting the printer or combination printer/cutting device to a product. The device further comprises an electronic interface port for electrically communicating with the printer or combination printer/cutting device. Alternatively, a printer or a combination printer/cutting device may be directly integrated into the label applicator device. The label applicator device is adaptable for use with both new and existing printers and cutting devices. 1. A label applicator device comprising:a positioning arm;an adjusting element; andan electronic interface port.2. The label applicator device of claim 1 , wherein the label applicator device is attachable to a printer.3. The label applicator device of claim 1 , wherein the label applicator device is attachable to a cutting device.4. The label applicator device of claim 1 , wherein the label applicator device is attachable to a combination printing and cutting device.5. The label applicator device of claim 4 , wherein the label applicator device is mechanically coupled to the combination printing and cutting device via a mounting plate.6. The label applicator device of claim 4 , wherein the label applicator device is electrically coupled to the combination printing and cutting device via the electronic interface port.7. The label applicator device of claim 1 , wherein the positioning arm movably retains the adjusting element.8. The label applicator device of claim 1 , further comprising a tamping plate attached to the adjusting element.9. The label ...

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Номер записи: 79
26-03-2020 дата публикации

COMBINATION PRINTER AND CUTTING APPARATUS

Номер: US20200095003A1
Автор: Brown Timothy L., DUCKETT Jeanne F., JR. Jesus, MISTYURIK John D., ROMO, STERN Mitchell G., Ward Donald J., WATSON Jan M., Wheeler Jason R.
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A combination printer and cutting device for printing upon and cutting a web of media or tag stock into individual units. The device may cut vinyl, plastic, or RFID stock material as it moves through the printer in both back and forth directions. The device comprises a printer and a cutting apparatus that is further comprised of a carriage assembly and a movable cutter assembly. The cutter assembly is easily interchangeable and comprises a cutting element such as a wheel blade, and a pressure adjusting element for adjusting the amount of pressure applied by the cutting element to the stock material. Alternatively, the cutter assembly may be manufactured with a predetermined pressure load, but still permit an operator to adjust the depth of cut. The cutting apparatus is adaptable for use with both new and existing printers. 1. A method of utilizing a combination printing and cutting device comprising the steps of:providing a combination printing and cutting device having a printer, carriage assembly and a cutter assembly movably attached to the carriage assembly;receiving a command; anddetermining if the cutting device is in a home position.2. The method of claim 2 , further comprising determining that the cutting device is not in the home position.3. The method of claim 2 , further comprising detecting an error and terminating the method.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising determining that the cutting device is in the home position and driving the cutting device.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the cutting device is driven inward.6. The method of claim 4 , wherein the cutting device is driven outward.7. The method of claim 4 , further comprising returning the cutting device home.8. The method of claim 7 , further comprising incrementing a cut count and completing the method.9. The method of claim 2 , wherein a signal is monitored by a microprocessor.10. A method of utilizing a combination printing and cutting device comprising the steps of:providing a ...

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Номер записи: 80
26-03-2020 дата публикации

LABELLING APPARATUS

Номер: US20200095004A1
Автор: Hofrichter Edward P.
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The labelling apparatus includes a first motor configured to drive movement of one or more tags of a plurality of tags from a first tray holding the plurality of tags to an intersection point and a second motor configure to drive movement of a sheet from a second tray to the intersection point and about an edge at the intersection point. The sheet includes a plurality of labels positioned on a backing. Movement of the sheet about the edge causes one or more labels to peel from the backing at the intersection point. The first motor and the second motor are configured to drive movement of the one or more tags and the sheet so that the one or more tags engage the one or more labels peeled from the backing at the intersection point. 1. A high-speed labelling apparatus , comprising:a first tray configured to support a plurality of tags arranged in at least one stack;a second tray disposed above the first tray and configured to support a sheet of a plurality of labels positioned on a backing;a plurality of rollers configured to draw tags one at a time from a bottom of one stack of the at least one stack and transport the drawn tags to the intersection point, the intersection point having an edge;a first motor configured to drive the plurality of rollers; anda second motor configure to drive movement of the sheet to the intersection point and about the edge of the intersection point so as to cause one or more labels of the plurality of labels to peel from the backing at the intersection point;wherein the first motor and the second motor are configured to control movement of the drawn tags and the sheet so that each of the drawn tags one at a time engages a label of the one or more labels peeled from the backing at the intersection point.2. The high-speed labelling apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of tags are arranged in two stacks claim 1 , wherein the plurality of rollers are further configured to draw a pair of tags from the bottom of the two stacks ...

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Номер записи: 81
12-04-2018 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR LABELLING INDIVIDUAL PRODUCTS

Номер: US20180099773A1
Автор: JUNG Ulrich, VICKTORIUS Winfried, Wolff Peter
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The invention relates to a device () for labelling individual products (), in particular packages or goods, with a feed device () for transporting a respective product () along a transporting path, with a label application device () with a blower head () for applying a label () to the surface of the product (), wherein the blower head () has holding means () for fixing the label () in a blow-off position (II) and blow-off means () for producing a blast of compressed air directed in a blow-off direction (A) from the blow-off position (II) to the feed device (), and with a label dispensing device () for providing a label () in a dispensing position (I). In order to precisely transfer labels () to a surface of a product () to be labelled in the simplest way possible the invention proposes that the label application device () comprises a conveying unit () for transporting the respective label () from the dispensing position (I) to the blow-off position (II), wherein the conveying unit () has a transporting element () and pressing force generation means (). The invention also relates to a method of labelling individual products (). 119-. (canceled)20. A device for labelling individual products , comprising:a feed device for transporting a respective product along a transporting path;a label application device with a blower head for applying a label to a surface of the product, wherein the blower head has holding means for fixing the label in a blow-off position and blow-off means for producing a blast of compressed air directed in a blow-off direction from the blow-off position toward the feed device; anda label dispensing device for providing the label in a dispensing position;wherein the label application device comprises a conveying unit for transporting the label from the dispensing position to the blow-off position,wherein the conveying unit comprises a transporting element and pressing force generation means,wherein the label application device comprises separate ...

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Номер записи: 82
13-04-2017 дата публикации

A DEVICE FOR APPLYING SELF-ADHESIVE LABELS ON MOVING CONTAINERS

Номер: US20170101206A1
Автор: Marcantoni Simone
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Described is a device () for applying self-adhesive labels () on moving containers (), comprising means () for feeding a web () along a movement path, the labels () being arranged on the web () to bring one label () at a time to a detaching unit (). The detaching unit () is operatively associated with the labels () for detaching them from the web () in such a way as to apply them to a container (). The device () also comprises a unit for controlling the feed means () designed for moving the web () along an outward direction () to bring a respective label () to the detaching unit (). In addition, after a label () has been detached, the control unit is designed to move the web () in a return direction (), opposite to the outward direction, by a predetermined distance in such a way as to increase the movement space between the detaching unit () and the next label (). 110122. A device for applying self-adhesive labels () on moving containers () , said device being associable with a machine on which the containers () are , in use , positioned; comprising:{'b': 3', '4', '5, 'a supporting body () extending from a first end () to a second end () which is, in use, positioned at the machine;'}{'b': 28', '103', '101', '103', '28', '3', '101', '5', '3', '28', '2, 'feed means () for feeding a web () along a movement path, the labels () being arranged on the web (); said feed means () being mounted on the supporting body () and designed to bring one label () at a time to the second end () of the supporting body (); said feed means () being synchronisable with the movement of the containers () on the machine;'}{'b': 12', '5', '3', '101', '103', '2, 'a detaching unit () mounted on the second end () of the supporting body () and operatively associated with the labels () for detaching them from the web () in such a way as to bring them into contact with a container ();'}{'b': 28', '103', '19', '101', '12', '103', '2', '12', '101', '2, 'a control unit for the feed means () designed to ...

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Номер записи: 83
23-04-2015 дата публикации

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR APPLICATION OF A LABEL TO AN OBJECT

Номер: US20150107751A1
Автор: Molinero David Sanches, Palmisano Francesco
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A method and a device for application of a label to an object, comprising: moving the object from a storing position to a labeling position; back-feeding and printing a label arranged at a continuous liner; moving the liner across a peeling edge, whereby the label is peeled off from the liner; transferring the label from the liner to the object; and removing the object from the labeling position to a removal position. 1. A method of application of a label to an object , comprising:moving the object from a storing position to a labeling position by a first actuator driven by a motor;back-feeding and printing a label arranged at a continuous liner;moving the liner across a peeling edge by a second actuator driven by a motor, whereby the label is peeled off from the liner;moving the object below the peeling edge and synchronous with the liner by the first actuator, whereby the relative speed of the object and the label being peeled off from the liner is substantially zero in order to transfer the label from the liner to the object;removing the object from the labeling position to a removal position.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the step of moving the object from the storing position to the labeling position is performed during or after the printing of the label.3. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising:sensing that the object to be labeled is positioned in the labeling position before the printing and peeling steps.4. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising:sending data to be printed on one or several labels to a memory of a label printer before the printing step.5. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the back-feeding step is performed during or after removal of the object.6. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the continuous liner is stretched before or after the printing step.7. The method according to claim 6 , wherein the stretching of the liner results in removal of the object.8. A device for performing the ...

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Номер записи: 84
13-04-2017 дата публикации

Package weighing and labeling system and apparatus

Номер: US20170102262A1
Автор: Billy R. Jones, Danny C. Jones, Darrin W. Beardslee, Johnny V. Jones, Keaton G. Dennis
Принадлежит: Individual

A weighing and labeling system has a scale, label printer, and at least one controller. The controller stores information about incoming food packages and drives the printer to produce labels based on the stored information and the weight of the food packages. The labels are transferred to the food packages.

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Номер записи: 85
04-04-2019 дата публикации

STAMP APPLICATION

Номер: US20190100342A1
Автор: McElhinney Patrick
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A method and apparatus for applying stamps to a group of packages wherein the stamps are arranged in a predetermined pattern and the packages in the group are arranged in a different pattern, using an apparatus having one or more carriages moveable in the x- and/or y-directions. 1. An apparatus for affixing stamps unwound from a roll of stamps to a grouping of product packages , comprising:a first carriage with a pair of rollers for holding said roll of stamps;a second carriage below said first carriage for holding said grouping of product packages; anda stamp applicator located above a portion of said unwound stamps;wherein said first carriage, said second carriage and said stamp applicator, alone or in combination, are structured and arranged to enable alignment of at least one stamp of the unwound portion of the roll of stamps in both x- and y-directions above and relative to at least one product package of said grouping of product packages, additional alignments occurring multiple times per grouping.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein said alignment acts to align the at least one stamp above the at least one product package in the grouping for application of said stamp to said product package.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first carriage is moveable in the y-direction and the second carriage is moveable in the x-direction.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the pair of rollers on the first carriage is structured and arranged to wind and unwind the roll of stamps to move the stamps in the y-direction and the second carriage is moveable in the x-direction.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein first carriage is moveable in the x-direction and the pair of rollers on the first carriage are structured and arranged to wind and unwind the roll of stamps to move the stamps in the y-direction.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein said first carriage is moveable in the x-direction and/or y-direction.7. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein said second carriage ...

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Номер записи: 86
11-04-2019 дата публикации

LABEL FITTING SYSTEM

Номер: US20190106235A1
Автор: Takeshiba Kazuo, Weltje Henk
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Provided is a label fitting system which can, even if a container has a narrowed portion, appropriately fit a cylindrical label to the outer periphery of the container. A label fitting system is provided with a label arrangement mechanism which pushes down a cylindrical label having been supplied to a location above a cylindrical container and is disposed about the outer periphery of the cylindrical label. The label arrangement mechanism is provided with a vertically movable annular base and a plurality of legs extending downward from the base. The legs have elasticity which enables the legs to be displaced radially, and have lower ends coming into contact with the upper end of the cylindrical label. When the base descends, the lower ends of the legs push down the cylindrical label while descending along the outer peripheral surface of the cylindrical container. 1. A label fitting system that fits a cylindrical label to an outer periphery of a cylindrical container , the label fitting system comprising:a label arrangement mechanism that arranges the cylindrical label supplied above the cylindrical container, on the outer periphery of the cylindrical container by pushing down the cylindrical label,wherein a base in an annular shape capable of ascending and descending; and', 'a plurality of legs extending downward from the base,, 'the label arrangement mechanism includesthe plurality of legs has elasticity capable of being displaced in a radial direction and further has a lower end portion that comes into contact with an upper end of the cylindrical label, andwhen the base descends, the lower end portion of the leg pushes down the cylindrical label as descending along an outer peripheral surface of the cylindrical container.2. The label fitting system according to claim 1 , whereinthe leg has a leg main body extending downward from the base andthe lower end portion of the leg has a label contact portion extending in the radial direction.3. The label fitting system ...

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Номер записи: 87
02-04-2020 дата публикации

IN-LINE PRODUCTION OF LINERLESS LABELS

Номер: US20200105165A1
Автор: Edwards David Nicholas, Mallya Prakash
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According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, a method of labeling a plurality of products includes coating a pressure sensitive adhesive to a roll of face stock, the roll of face stock configured to be converted to a plurality of individual labels aligned in a single lane; singulating an individual label from the roll of face stock; and applying the individual label to a product of the plurality of products, wherein the coating, singulating and applying are conducted sequentially in a single continuous operation with a single continuous web of material. 1. A method of labeling a plurality of products , the method comprising:coating a pressure sensitive adhesive to a roll of face stock with a coat weight of about 3 gsm to about 20 gsm, the pressure-sensitive adhesive being selected from a group consisting of acrylic polymers, polyurethanes, silicone polymers, copolymers of styrene and butadiene, styrene and isoprene, styrene and ethylene butylene and combinations thereof, with and without additives;singulating an individual label from the roll of face stock, the individual label singulated using at least a perforated line or a weakened line;applying the individual label to a product of the plurality of products;wherein the coating, singulating and applying are conducted sequentially in a single continuous operation on the roll of face stock.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising printing an indicia on the face stock.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the printing is conducted prior to the coating of the pressure sensitive adhesive at a same site as a site for the coating of the pressure sensitive adhesive.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein a total time needed from unwinding a section of the face stock corresponding to an individual label to a completion of the applying of the individual label is about 60 seconds or less.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the coating is conducted at a temperature of about 60° C. to about 170° C.6. The method of claim 1 ...

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Номер записи: 88
09-06-2022 дата публикации

Apparatus for Dispensing Pressure Sensitive Adhesive Labels onto a Substrate

Номер: US20220177179A1
Автор: HENDERSON Kevin O., Holbert Victor P.
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A labeling apparatus comprises a separation member configured to promote detachment of an adhesive label from liner web. Adhesive labels are fed to the separation member such that a surface of the facestock contacts the separation member. The separation member has a surface exhibiting a tack such that the tack force between the facestock and the separation member is greater than the release force between the release liner and the adhesive layer of the labels. The labels become associated with the separation member, and the label is applied to a surface of a substrate by contacting the exposed adhesive layer with a surface of a substrate, which causes the adhesive label to detach from the separation member. 2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the tackified surface of the separation member comprises a coating chosen from a urethane claim 1 , a polyolefin claim 1 , a polyester claim 1 , a styrenic-block copolymer claim 1 , a nylon claim 1 , a polyolefin rubber blend claim 1 , a silicone adhesive claim 1 , a silicone gel claim 1 , or a combination of two or more thereof.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the separation member has a textured surface and is formed from a material selected from the group consisting of polydimethylsiloxane claim 1 , thermoplastic polyurethanes claim 1 , olefinic block copolymers claim 1 , styrenic block copolymers claim 1 , thermoplastic olefins claim 1 , polysilylenes and combinations thereof.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the surface of the separation member comprises miniature cup-shaped depressions or small pores.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the separation member is an elastomer having a shear modulus value of less than 0.25 MPa and a Young's modulus of less than 0.50 MPa.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the nip member is chosen from a nip roll claim 1 , a plate claim 1 , a brush claim 1 , a sponge claim 1 , or a wiper blade.7. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the nip member is a plate.8. The apparatus of ...

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Номер записи: 89
27-04-2017 дата публикации

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR LABELING PACKAGES AND CONTAINERS

Номер: US20170113828A1
Автор: CLAUSEN Gunnar, HABERS Nikolaus Alexander, KRAEMER Klaus, Ullrich Andreas, ZWILLING Michael
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A method and device for labeling packages and containers. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. The abstract shall not be used for interpreting the scope of the claims. Therefore, any statements made relating to the abstract are not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner. 1. Method for equipping packaging , in particular of containers , in such a way that each packaging is provided with at least one base label and with at least one additional label element , which is applied onto the front side of the base label , facing away from the packaging and therefore visible ,wherein the method is carried out with the use of a labeling unit, which is integrated into a labeling apparatus for the processing of a web or strip-form label material, from which the base labels are produced by cutting off, and wherein the method comprises at least the following method steps:providing the base labels in the form of the web or strip-form label material,applying the at least one additional label element on the respective base label, and the step ofsubsequent application of the base label provided with the at least one additional label element onto the packaging which is to be equipped,characterized in thatthe base labels are formed by cutting off in each case a part length of the label material, and the application of the respective additional label element to the front side of the respective base label, before this is separated from a web or strip-form label ...

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Номер записи: 90
28-04-2016 дата публикации

Peel Back Fragrance Label for Scent Sampling

Номер: US20160117957A1
Автор: John DiGREGORIO, Shawn Borman
Принадлежит: Individual

A scent/fragrance delivery system in the form of a peel back label in which a fragrance/oil of a scented nature is encapsulated in a carrier, such as a plastic cell wall, the plastic encapsulation protecting microscopic beads or oil containing the scent/fragrance and in cooperation with opposing outer substrate layers, deters the scent/fragrance from escaping or migrating until its intended use, the scent/fragrance activated by separating the two opposing substrates by the peel back method which ruptures or breaks open the encapsulation of the beads of oil containing the scent/fragrance, the delivery system capable of use as a single use system or a reusable system.

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Номер записи: 91
07-05-2015 дата публикации

Label Printing Apparatus

Номер: US20150124037A1
Автор: Chad Terry, John Aho, Jonathan Towle, Leslie Scenna, Thomas Eagan
Принадлежит: Dymo Nv

A cassette is provided which includes a supply of label material and a brake. The brake has a first position and a second position. In the first position, the supply is clamped by the brake. In the second position, the supply is removable from the cassette.

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Номер записи: 92
25-04-2019 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR PRINTING, SEVERING AND APPLYING SELF-ADHESIVE FLAT STRUCTURES, IN PARTICULAR LABELS

Номер: US20190118988A1
Автор: HAMER Alexander, SCHWEDER Carsten, THURING Lars
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A device for printing, severing and applying self-adhesive labels, wherein the device operates with a label material without a carrier strip. The label material has a printable layer, a carrier layer and a heat-sealable adhesive layer. The device has an applicator, by way of which the label is applied to an object to be labelled. The applicator can be moved up to the object to be labelled by way of a handling device, and the handling device is constructed in accordance with the principle of an open kinematic chain and has at least one translational kinematic axis and/or at least one rotational kinematic axis. The applicator can be heated by way of a heating device which operates in accordance with an electrical operating principle. 116-. (canceled)17. A device for printing , severing , and applying self-adhesive labels , the device comprising:an applicator, by which a self-adhesive label is applied onto an object to be identified, wherein the self-adhesive label comprises a label material without a carrier strip, which has a printable layer, a carrier layer, and a heat-sealable adhesive layer;a handling device configured to move the applicator to the object to be identified, wherein the handling device is configured according to the principle of an open kinematic chain and has at least one translational kinematic axis and/or at least one rotational kinematic axis; anda heating device configured to heat the applicator, wherein the heating device operates according to an electrical operating principle.18. The device of claim 17 , wherein the heating device comprises at least one heating wire or heating spiral having a high electrical resistance and operating with electrical AC voltage.19. The device of claim 17 , wherein the heating device operates with infrared radiation claim 17 , plasma radiation claim 17 , laser radiation claim 17 , or electron beams.20. The device of claim 17 , further comprising:a temperature regulator coupled to the heating device.21. The ...

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Номер записи: 93
31-07-2014 дата публикации

Labeling machine, particularly of the reel-fed type

Номер: US20140209249A1
Автор: Andrea Zanardi, Antonio Peruffo, Damiano Fabbri, Gabriele Stocchi, Giovanni Bevilacqua, Ireneo Orlandi, Ivan Di Pinto, Sofia Paolo Lanfredi
Принадлежит: Z-ITALIA Srl

A labeling machine, particularly of the reel-fed type, includes a framework ( 2 ) which supports an application element ( 10 ) provided with at least one rotating member ( 11 ) adapted to transfer the individual labels on corresponding containers moved by a conveyance element ( 50 ); the application assembly is fed by a driving element ( 20 ) which unwinds the ribbon of the labels from a reel which is supported by a rotatable support ( 31 ) mounted on at least one reel supporting assembly ( 30 ). The labeling machine includes an articulation element ( 100 ) in order to move reversibly the reel supporting assembly from a working position, in which the rotation axis ( 3000 ) of the rotatable support is substantially parallel to the rotation axis ( 1000 ) of the rotating member, to a loading position, in which the rotation axis of the rotatable support is transverse to the rotation axis of the rotating member.

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Номер записи: 94
21-05-2015 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR FEEDING SELF-ADHESIVE OR "PRESSURE SENSITIVE" LABELS TO A LABELLING MACHINE

Номер: US20150136332A1
Автор: Busi Roberto, Cattabriga Denis, Saccardi Giovanni, Zamboni Alberto
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A device () for feeding self-adhesive or “pressure sensitive” labels to a labelling machine comprises a frame () and supporting means () comprising a supporting plate () for supporting a reel () of web () with labels applied to it, and also comprises at least one guide element () designed to be at least partly inserted in a central hole () of the reel () which can rotate about it. The device () also comprises a detaching station () for detaching the labels from the web (), feeding means () for feeding the web () to the detaching station () and recovery means () for recovering the web () without labels. The supporting plate () is removably associated with the frame () and the supporting means () also comprise a containment head () switchable between an open configuration, in which it allows the coupling with and uncoupling from the frame () of the supporting plate (), with the reel () placed on it, and an operating configuration, in which it allows the reel () to be held between itself and the supporting plate (), allowing reel () rotation. 23017174. The device according to claim 1 , characterised in that in the open configuration the containment head () also allows claim 1 , in use claim 1 , the positioning on the supporting plate () and removal from the supporting plate () of a reel ().33281718741829303074182924. The device according to claim 1 , characterised in that the supporting means () comprise a first guide element () operatively associated with the supporting plate () claim 1 , projecting from the sustaining surface () and designed in use to be inserted in the central hole () of the reel () on the side of the sustaining surface () claim 1 , and/or a second guide element () associated with the containment head () and designed to be inserted claim 1 , when the containment head () is in the operating configuration claim 1 , in the central hole () on the opposite side of the reel () to that where the sustaining surface () is located claim 1 , the second guide ...

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Номер записи: 95
23-04-2020 дата публикации

VEHICLE PART HOLE PATCH APPLICATOR ARRANGEMENT

Номер: US20200122871A1
Автор: Moore Cameron J.
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A patch applicator arrangement for securing a patch over a hole in a vehicle part. The arrangement provides a robotic arm having at least one movable joint that allows the robotic arm to move about several axes. At the end of the robotic arm is a spindle that has several spring loaded patch applicators connected. The arrangement also includes a patch dispensing apparatus that the arrangements uses along with the robotic arm to place patches over holes in a vehicle part. The arrangement also provides a verification method to make sure the holes have been properly covered. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. A patch applicator arrangement for securing a patch over a hole in a vehicle part comprising:a robotic arm having at least one movable joint;a spindle attachment connected to an end of the robotic arm, wherein the spindle has a neck portion with having a longitudinal axis and a first end connected to the robotic arm and a second end connected to a base of the spindle, the spindle is rotatable about the longitudinal axis of the neck portion;a plurality of spring loaded applicators connected to the spindle, wherein each one of the plurality of spring loaded applicators includes a static base connected to the base of the spindle, a spring seated on the static base and a plunger that having a hollow portion that is slidably connected about the static base with the spring positioned between the static base and the plunger so that the spring acts on the plunger when compressed, wherein the plunger is configured to slide between a compressed position where the plunger compresses against the spring and moves towards the base of the spindle and an uncompressed position where the plunger moves away from the base of the spindle, wherein each of the plurality of spring loaded applicators further include an alignment slot formed on the plunger, an applicator pad with a soft layer and a plastic base layer, wherein the plastic base layer includes a connection edge ...

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Номер записи: 96
23-04-2020 дата публикации

Decoration apparatus for decorating a web of labeling material and method of decorating a web of label material

Номер: US20200122872A1
Автор: BUSOLO Federico, CORRADINI Stefano, DESOUTTER Luc, PARADISO Giacomo, PINI Stefano, VENEZIANI Nicola
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The invention discloses a decoration apparatus for decorating a web of labeling material. The decoration apparatus comprises conveyor for advancing the web of labeling material between a first station and a second station, an activation unit adapted to apply an activation energy at a activation station for selectively activating activatable pigments comprised in the web of labeling material or to locally ablate the web of labeling material and a temperature-conditioning unit which is adapted to actively cool and/or heat the web of labeling material, in particular, in use, prior, during and/or after selectively activating the activatable pigments or ablating the web of labeling material. 1112. Decoration apparatus ( , ′) for decorating a web of labeling material () comprising:{'b': 6', '2', '7', '8, 'conveyer () for advancing the web of labeling material () between a first station () and a second station ();'}{'b': 9', '10', '2', '3', '2', '10', '7', '8, 'an activation unit () adapted to apply an activation energy at a activation station () onto the web of labeling material () for selectively activating activatable pigments () present in the web of labeling material () or for locally ablating the web of labeling material, the activation station () being arranged between the first station () and the second station (); and'}{'b': '14', 'claim-text': [{'b': 14', '7', '8, 'at least a portion of the temperature-conditioning unit () is arranged between the first station () and the second station (); and'}, {'b': 14', '2', '3, 'the temperature-conditioning unit () is adapted to in use, cool and/or heat the web of labeling material () prior, during and/or after selective activation of the activatable pigments ().'}], 'a temperature-conditioning unit (), wherein2142434443448. The decoration apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the temperature-conditioning unit () comprises a contact surface for temperature-conditioning the web of labeling material () and the web of ...

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Номер записи: 97
03-06-2021 дата публикации

LABEL COUNTING REWIND MACHINE

Номер: US20210163168A1
Автор: Hickman Todd
Принадлежит: WEB TECHNIQUES INC.

A label rewind machine counts labels on a label roll having an elongated web with labels attached. The rewind machine has an unwind spindle and a rewind spindle, and a first label sensor and a second label sensor. The label roll is placed on the unwind spindle, and the web is threaded through the first and second sensors and attached to the rewind spindle, creating a web path. As the web is drawn along the web path, each sensor detects the presence or absence of a label on the web proximate that sensor and generates an electronic signal. Together, the sensors generate a specific quadrature sequence dictated by the presence of labels on the web. If the detected sequence mimics a selected sequence, the rewind machine records a unitary count of one label. The label count is indexed by one each time the rewind machine detects the selected sequence. 1. A label rewind machine adapted to count labels on a label roll , said label roll comprising a hub and label web with a plurality of labels secured sequentially along said label web , said label web being wound about the hub of the label roll , said rewind comprising:a. a first spindle having a substantially straight and elongated first coreholder with a first axis of rotation running substantially through the center of said first coreholder, said first coreholder being shaped and sized to releasably accept the label roll hub such that said label roll may rotatably wind or unwind generally about said first spindle;b. a second spindle having a substantially straight and elongated second coreholder with a second axis of rotation running substantially through the center of said second coreholder, said second coreholder being shaped and sized such that the label web may rotatably wind or unwind generally about said second spindle, the second spindle being separated from the first spindle;c. a web path located between the first spindle and the second spindle, said web path defining a route of travel for the label web from the ...

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Номер записи: 98
03-06-2021 дата публикации

Breathable heat transfer label

Номер: US20210166588A1
Автор: Michael Teitelbaum
Принадлежит: R Pac International Corp

Technologies are generally provided for textile items with breathable heat transfer labels. In some examples, a reversed design of a label may be printed onto a surface of a carrier using a water-based or solvent-based ink. A layer of a thermoplastic adhesive may be applied onto the surface of the carrier with the reversed design and a predefined pattern of holes may be laser-drilled into the carrier through the thermoplastic adhesive to avoid appearance of burn marks on an external surface of the label in the completed product. The carrier may be onto a garment or textile item by affixing the thermoplastic adhesive onto a surface of the garment and activating the thermoplastic adhesive. The carrier may then be removed revealing the design of the label with laser-drilled holes on the garment or textile item.

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Номер записи: 99
30-04-2020 дата публикации

SLEEVE LABELING MACHINE AND SLEEVE LABELING DEVICE THEREOF

Номер: US20200130882A1
Автор: WU CHIN-TSAI
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A sleeve labeling machine has a work platform, a feeding unit, a conveying unit, a sleeve labeling device and a hot drying device. The feeding unit holds objects to be sleeved with labels. The conveying unit conveys the objects provided by feeding unit. The sleeve labeling device has a first guiding wheel assembly, a second guiding wheel assembly and a rotary cutter assembly. The first guiding wheel assembly and the second guiding wheel assembly guide the label to a predetermined position, the rotary cutter assembly cuts the label at the predetermined position into a first segment label and a second segment label, and before the second segment label is sleeved to the objects, the second guiding wheel assembly guides the second segment label to move, so that the first and second segment labels have a segment gap therebetween. The hot drying device performs a hot drying shrinkage operation. 1. A sleeve labeling device , comprising:a base;a central guide column, allocated on the base, the central guide column comprises a column body and a mold connected to the column body;a first guiding wheel assembly, allocated on one side of the base, the first guiding wheel assembly comprises a first guiding wheel and a second guiding wheel, both of which are allocated along a first axial direction, and the column body is allocated between the first guiding wheel and the second guiding wheel; anda second guiding wheel assembly, allocated on another side of the base, the second guiding wheel assembly comprises a third guiding wheel and a fourth guiding wheel, both of which are allocated along a second axial direction, the first axial direction is not parallel to the second axial direction, and the mold is allocated between the third guiding wheel and the fourth guiding wheel.2. The sleeve labeling device according to claim 1 , wherein the third guiding wheel has a first groove which has an opening facing to the mold claim 1 , the fourth guiding wheel has second groove which has an ...

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Номер записи: 100