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05-01-2012 дата публикации

Guide Rail for an Apparatus for Transporting Pet-Bottles and Apparatus for Transporting Pet-Bottles

Номер: US20120000746A1

Автор: Johann Huettner, Martin Seger

Принадлежит: KRONES AG

A guide rail ( 1 ) for an apparatus for transporting PET-bottles ( 12 ) is disclosed. The guide rail ( 1 ) supports a guiding insert ( 3 ), which is touched by the PET-bottles ( 12 ) during transport. The surface ( 5 ) of the guiding insert ( 3 ) touching the PET-bottles ( 12 ) is provided with a polymer material (P) which at 23° C. has a larger modulus of elasticity than PET and at 100° C. itself has a modulus of elasticity lower by less than 20%.

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Номер записи: 1

19-01-2012 дата публикации

Apparatus for Transport of Equipment and Method for Manufacture Thereof

Номер: US20120012729A1

Автор: Curt A. Jackson, David S. Cummins, James N. Cook, JR.

Принадлежит: Toppan Photomasks Inc

An apparatus for transporting equipment and a method for the manufacture of the apparatus are disclosed. A damping assembly configured to dampen movement of a first item relative to a second item may include an arm and a shock absorber. The arm may be configured to be located between the first item and the second item and may be configured to pivotally couple to the first item and configured to slidably couple to the second item. The shock absorber may be configured to couple between the first item and the arm, such that the shock absorber dampens rotation of the arm to dampen movement of the first item relative to the second item.

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Номер записи: 2

09-02-2012 дата публикации

Method and device for formation of groups of articles to be packaged and a profiled thrust bar to use for this purpose

Номер: US20120031050A1

Автор: Florian KAESTNER, Herbert Spindler, Juergen Werner, Peter Koch, Volker Drahuniak

Принадлежит: KRONES AG

The invention relates to a method for formation of a compacted arrangement of articles ( 14 ) to be packaged within a packaging machine, whereby the group ( 12 ) of articles ( 14 ) come into contact with and is guided through the packaging machine by means of at least one profiled bar ( 30 ), at least in a partial section ( 20 ) of its transport route ( 18 ), which comes into contact with an end face of the group ( 12 ) of articles ( 14 ) and in doing so at least some of the articles ( 14 ) of the group ( 12 ) are pushed together in the compacted arrangement. The invention also relates to a device for implementation of the method for formation of a compacted group of a plurality of the same type of articles to be packaged. The invention also relates to a symmetrically or asymmetrically profiled thrust bar for transforming a group of articles being conveyed in a horizontal direction into a compacted arrangement.

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Номер записи: 3

09-02-2012 дата публикации

Vessel adapted to be used as a moveable bottling plant for bottling liquid products

Номер: US20120031524A1

Автор: Kjartan Ragnarsson, Ómar Már Jónsson

Принадлежит: ICELANDIC WATER LINE Ltd

This invention relates to a vessel ( 100 ) adapted to be used as a moveable bottling plant for bottling liquid products, where means ( 112 a - 112 d ) for hosting liquid products and means for hosting empty receptacles ( 128 ) or ingredients adapted for producing such receptacles is provided. A communication means ( 102 ) is provided for receiving external orders ( 107 - 109 ) from external liquid buyer ( 104 - 106 ) for bottling the liquid into the receptacles. A liquid bottling line ( 122 ) is provided for bottling the liquid on board of the vessel in accordance to the received external orders.

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Номер записи: 4

09-02-2012 дата публикации

Modular conveyor belt

Номер: US20120031743A1

Автор: Jean-Guy Roy, Steeve Lapointe

Принадлежит: SFK Leblanc Inc

Disclosed is a modular conveyor belt device with a system for easy removal of the belt modules. The belt comprises at least one driving chain and a plurality of belt modules extending transversally and parallely mounted over the entire length of the chains. The belt modules include underside openings, shaped to receive a locking pin extending outwardly from the driving chains and comprising a notch. The belt modules further include side openings intersecting with corresponding bottom openings in which fasteners are removably mounted. Each fastener comprises a projection positionable between a locked configuration and a released configuration. In the locked configuration the projection is embedded in the notch of the locking pin whereas the projection is disembedded from the notch of the locking pin when in the released configuration. The device using the disclosed locking system provides excellent locking capabilities while offering fast and easy removal of the belt modules.

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Номер записи: 5

15-03-2012 дата публикации

Pipe conveyors

Номер: US20120061212A1

Автор: Christof Brewka, Ingolf W. Neubecker

Принадлежит: Individual

A conveyor system may include a pipe conveyor with a head end, a tail end, and an inclined section. The conveyor system may also include a conveyor belt comprising a first portion and a second portion, and the conveyor belt may be configured to form a pipe shape when the first and second portions of the conveyor belt are overlapped. In some embodiments, the first portion may include a first type of longitudinal reinforcement elements and the second portion may not include any of the first type of longitudinal reinforcement elements. In some embodiments, the conveyor system may include a material plug configured to circumferentially engage at least a portion of an internal surface of the conveyor belt.

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Номер записи: 6

26-04-2012 дата публикации

Each pick

Номер: US20120101627A1

Автор: John Lert

Принадлежит: CasePick Systems LLC

A warehousing system for storing and retrieving goods disposed in containers is provided. The system includes a multilevel storage array including an array of storage shelves for holding containers thereon, at least one substantially continuous lift for transporting containers to and from at least one level of the storage array, at least one transport vehicle located on the at least one level and configured to traverse a transport area transporting containers between the at least one continuous lift and container storage locations so that the at least one continuous lift communicates non-deterministically, via the transport vehicle, with storage locations of each of the storage shelves on the at least one level, an infeed transport system linked to the at least one continuous lift, and an order fulfillment station for generating order containers corresponding to customer orders where the order containers are entered onto the storage shelves of the storage array.

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Номер записи: 7

24-05-2012 дата публикации

Storage Device Having Protrusion Monitoring

Номер: US20120130527A1

Автор: Karl-Heinz Jungen, Walter Brukart

Принадлежит: Kardex Produktion Deutschland GMBH

The invention relates to a storage device ( 1 ) for storing storage goods ( 25 ) in storage spaces ( 8 ), comprising at least one storage good carrier ( 7 ) which can be supplied with storage goods ( 25 ) and which is associated with a stowage space volume (S) that can be occupied by the storage goods ( 25 ) at a maximum. The storage device ( 1 ) comprises a control station ( 10 ), on which the stowage space volume (S) of the at least one storage good carrier ( 7 ) can be arranged accessible from outside of the storage device ( 1 ). The storage device ( 1 ) is equipped with a conveyer unit ( 5, 6 ), by which the storage goods carrier ( 7 ) can be moved from the control station ( 10 ) to the storage spaces ( 8 ). In order to reduce the danger to people, the storage device ( 1 ) and storage goods ( 25 ) posed by too large or incorrectly positioned storage goods ( 25 ) on the storage good carrier ( 7 ), a protrusion measuring unit for determining a horizontal protrusion (U 1 ) of the storage goods beyond the stowage space volume (S) is provided according to the invention.

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Номер записи: 8

12-07-2012 дата публикации

Core Storage and Management System

Номер: US20120179632A1

Автор: Daniel J. Pienta, David M. Pienta

Принадлежит: Automatic Handling International, AUTOMATIC HANDLING INTERNATIONAL Inc

A system and method for receiving, handling and storing used rolls following unwinding of sheet material therefrom includes: (a) transferring the cores to a remnant cleaning station, (b) inspecting for (i) remnant material, (ii) repairable damage or (iii) irreparable damage; and (c) for those cores cleaned, repaired, or satisfactory as is, transferring them to a storage rack for the specific size and length.

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Номер записи: 9

19-07-2012 дата публикации

Device for producing containers for liquid

Номер: US20120180439A1

Автор: Christoph Klenk

Принадлежит: KRONES AG

The invention relates to a device for producing containers for liquid ( 10 ) comprising a shaping unit ( 2 ), for shaping plastic preforms ( 10 ) into plastic containers ( 20 ), and a filling unit ( 4 ) for filling the plastic containers with a liquid medium, wherein the filling unit ( 4 ) lies downstream in a transport direction (R) of the plastic containers relative to the shaping unit ( 2 ). The shaping unit ( 2 ) has a feeding region ( 22 ) for feeding the plastic preforms ( 10 ) and a discharging region ( 24 ) in order to discharge the plastic containers ( 20 ) from the shaping unit ( 2 ). The filling unit ( 4 ) has a feeding region ( 42 ) for feeding the plastic containers to the filling unit ( 4 ) and a discharging region ( 44 ) for discharging the plastic containers from the shaping unit ( 4 ), wherein at least one transporting device ( 30 ), which is used as an interface, lies between the discharging region ( 24 ) of the shaping unit ( 2 ) and the feeding region ( 42 ) of the filling unit ( 4 ), said transporting device transporting plastic containers at least along some sections and individually between the shaping unit ( 2 ) and the filling unit ( 4 ). The transporting device ( 30 ) is designed such that at least one further unit ( 6, 7 ) for manipulating the containers into the device can be inserted between the shaping unit ( 2 ) and the filling unit ( 4 ). Said further unit ( 6, 7 ) can be connected to the transporting device ( 30 ) such that the transport flow of the containers ( 20 ) between the shaping unit ( 2 ) and the tilling unit runs via the additional unit ( 32 ).

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Номер записи: 10

26-07-2012 дата публикации

Robot End Effector with Cable Management

Номер: US20120186381A1

Автор: Dennis Lee Robinson, Roland Lomerson, Jr.

Принадлежит: AMF Automation Technologies LLC

Cable manager 30 is positioned between the distal end of a robot arm 16 and the robot end effector 18 . Elongated cable carrier 44 positioned in a circular cable track 34 extends in an arc about the axis of connection 17 between the robot arm and the end effector. One end 56 of the cable carrier moves with the robot arm and the other end 54 moves with the end effector. The cable carrier forms a U-shape 60 between its ends so that the movements of the ends of the cable carrier result in the U-shape accommodating the change in distance between the ends of the utility line and the cable carrier. Utility lines 62 are gathered in one or more cables that extend through the cable carrier to provide the end effector with the controls necessary for its operation.

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Номер записи: 11

26-07-2012 дата публикации

Rotationally indexed article support for a conveyor system having an alignment station

Номер: US20120186941A1

Автор: A. de Vrij, J.F. van denBerg, M.T. den Boer

Принадлежит: Foodmate BV

An article support assembly ( 1 ) is adapted for movement by a conveyor along a path of conveyance. The article support assembly ( 1 ) includes a trolley ( 5 ) for engagement by the conveyor and a shackle ( 3 ) configured to support an article, and rotatable with respect to the trolley. A turning block ( 33 ) is associated with the shackle ( 3 ), and rotation of the turning block with respect to the trolley ( 5 ) causes corresponding rotation of the shackle relative to the trolley. Yieldable indexing features ( 23, 27, 29, 31 ) are operatively arranged between the trolley ( 5 ) and the turning block ( 33 ) to define at least a first and a second incremental rotational position or orientation for the shackle ( 3 ). The yieldable indexing features ( 23, 27, 29, 31 ) of the article support assembly ( 1 ) are biased into yieldable engagement by magnetic repelling forces. A conveyor system for conveying articles along processing stations is adapted to include the article support assembly ( 1 ) and comprises a turning station ( 43 A, 43 B, 43 C, 43 D) for giving a predetermined rotational orientation to the shackle ( 3 ) with respect to the trolley ( 5 ).

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Номер записи: 12

02-08-2012 дата публикации

Static temporary storage device for motor vehicle body parts

Номер: US20120193307A1

Автор: Pierre Marcellier, Xavier Ottemer, Yves Gardelle

Принадлежит: Plastic Omnium SE

A static temporary storage device for motor vehicle body parts, the device has a stationary frame; at least two stationary parallel rails that are mounted horizontally or in a slightly angled manner on the frame each rail being capable of supporting a bearing fitted onto the rail so as to be longitudinally movable on the rail; at least one carriage having bearing fitted onto the rail, the carriage being dimensioned so as to rest on both rails by means of the support; A device or means for suspending a body part from the carriage; each carriage extending longitudinally relative to the rails over a length that is shorter than the longitudinal extent of a body part when in its suspended position.

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Номер записи: 13

09-08-2012 дата публикации

Apparatus for transporting food products to a loading head

Номер: US20120199441A1

Автор: Colin R. Hart, David W. Alexander, II Vincent L. Basile, Joshua W. Higgins, Kevin J. Hansen, Paul J. Joynt

Принадлежит: Marel Meat Processing Inc

An apparatus and method of transporting food products to a loading station having a cooling conveyor that selectively drops food product into a distributor. The distributor separates product into at least two lanes and drops product onto a conveyor. A balancing and diverting conveyor monitors and counts product in each lane and diverts product selectively based upon the sensed product. An orienter transfers product from a loading conveyor to a buffer conveyor. The buffer conveyor transfers product to a main conveyor which transfers product to a loading head.

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Номер записи: 14

13-09-2012 дата публикации

Conveyor Belt Roller Guard and Method of Using the Same

Номер: US20120227232A1

Автор: Christopher L. Schmelzer, Justin M. Malohn, Majid J. Jabber

Принадлежит: Martin Engineering Co

A conveyor belt roller guard comprises opposite first and second longitudinal side panels, opposite transverse side panels, and a bottom panel. The first and second longitudinal side panels, the transverse side panels, and the bottom panel are arranged in a manner adapted to define a u-shaped trough that comprises a cavity that is open from above. The first longitudinal side panel has a lower portion that is hinged relative to the transverse side panels about a first pivot axis in a manner such that the first longitudinal side panel can be swung downward while the bottom panel and the transverse side panels remain stationary. The first pivot axis extends substantially horizontal and parallel to the first longitudinal side panel.

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Номер записи: 15

18-10-2012 дата публикации

Method and apparatus for orientating bottles

Номер: US20120263567A1

Автор: Alexander Le Roux, Etienne Le Roux

Принадлежит: Etienne Le Roux

A method and apparatus are provided for configuring equipment ( 10 ) for automated orientation of elongate objects ( 56 ). The equipment includes a drum ( 12 ) with a cylindrical circumferential wall ( 14 ) and a central raised element ( 22 ) inside the drum, that slopes towards the circumferential wall, the outer edges of the raised element being spaced radially inwardly from the circumferential wall. The method includes sliding a plurality of sector elements ( 34 ) in a radial direction so that a trough ( 52 ) is defined between the circumferential wall of the drum and an outer edge of each sector element, the width of said trough corresponding generally to the width of the objects sought to be orientated.

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Номер записи: 16

25-10-2012 дата публикации

Direct drive modular belt conveyor, cartridge, and quick connect-disconnect constant velocity drive shaft, for high speed foup transport

Номер: US20120267219A9

Автор: Michael Krolak, Michel Pharand, Roumen Deyanov, Theodore W. Rogers

Принадлежит: Murata Machinery Ltd

A conveyor system includes a cartridge, which defines a section of the conveyor. In one embodiment, the cartridge includes a number of wheels, which are designed as a unit for a conveyor section and the wheels of the cartridge are designed to hold a belt. A conveyor section, in one optional embodiment, includes integrated sensors for detecting the presence of a container (e.g., FOUP), and each conveyor section can implement precision sheet metal rails that facilitate high speed FOUP transport. In one embodiment, each conveyor section has two sides. Each side has a cartridge that has a belt. In particular embodiments, one side of the conveyor section includes a drive motor, that drives the conveyor.

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Номер записи: 17

20-12-2012 дата публикации

Dynamic Storage and Transfer System Integrated with Autonomous Guided/Roving Vehicle

Номер: US20120321423A1

Автор: Anthony C. Bonora, Robert B. MacKnight

Принадлежит: Crossing Automation Inc

A workpiece container storage and handling system includes a base, a number of wheels connected to the base, and a container handling system connected to the base. The wheels provide for movement of the base. The container handling system is defined to hold at least two containers in a vertically overlying orientation relative to each other. The container handling system is defined to provide for controlled vertical travel of the at least two containers in unison relative to the base. Also, the container handling system is defined to provide for controlled and independent horizontal travel of each of the at least two containers relative to the base.

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Номер записи: 18

07-02-2013 дата публикации

Automated picking, weighing and sorting system for particulate matter

Номер: US20130032514A1

Автор: Kevin L. Deppermann

Принадлежит: MONSANTO TECHNOLOGY LLC

An automated method is used to direct seeds to desired locations. The method includes isolating individual seeds from a plurality of seeds, for example, in a seed bin, and then measuring desired properties of the seeds. The measured properties are evaluated, and the seeds are then directed to desired locations, for example, based on the measured properties. The individual seeds are each contacted with a stream of air to move the seeds to the desired locations.

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Номер записи: 19

07-03-2013 дата публикации

Woodworking facility

Номер: US20130056334A1

Автор: Hans Hundegger

Принадлежит: Individual

The invention pertains to a woodworking facility with a workpiece support ( 8 ) and a belt or chain arrangement for registering the movement of a workpiece ( 7 ) that lies on the workpiece support ( 8 ) and is transported thereon in order to be processed, wherein the belt or chain arrangement comprises a belt ( 1 ) or chain that is guided over at least two deflection pulleys ( 2, 3 ) and designed for contacting the workpiece ( 7 ), and wherein said belt or chain can be pressed against the workpiece ( 7 ) transverse to the moving direction of the belt ( 1 ) or the chain by means of a pressing device ( 10 ) assigned to the belt ( 1 ) or the chain, with the pressing device ( 10 ) comprising several pressing elements ( 11 ) that are moved together with the belt ( 1 ) or the chain in the moving direction thereof.

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Номер записи: 20

14-03-2013 дата публикации

Apparatus and methods for producing a ceramic green body

Номер: US20130062819A1

Автор: Gregory Eisenstock, Ryan Daniel Ratchford

Принадлежит: Corning Inc

An apparatus for producing a green body of ceramic-forming material can comprise a support device including at least one air bearing including a support surface with a plurality of apertures. In one example, the support surface is configured to circumscribe greater than 180° of a support area for the green body. In another example, the plurality of apertures include at least a quantity of apertures oriented with a fluid emitting axis extending at an oblique angle with respect to an extrusion axis. In still another example, the air bearing is adjustable. Methods for producing a green body also provide an air cushion between a support surface and the green body.

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Номер записи: 21

21-03-2013 дата публикации

Methods for transferring items

Номер: US20130068589A1

Автор: André Mellin, Matthew Bernard Overley, Wesley Bernard Brokopp, JR.

Принадлежит: Procter and Gamble Co

A method of transferring items comprises feeding items toward a carrier mechanism from one or more input streams and engaging void areas in the items with one or more rods extending from the carrier mechanism. The method further comprises manipulating the carrier mechanism relative to the one or more input streams into a position substantially aligned with one or more output streams and feeding the items to the one or more output streams. The configuration of items in each input stream is different than the configuration of items in each output stream.

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Номер записи: 22

02-05-2013 дата публикации

System and method for a robotic storage system organized by heat value of storage media

Номер: US20130110287A1

Автор: Matthew Thomas Starr, Nathan Christopher Thompson, Robert Edward Weber

Принадлежит: Spectra Logic Corp

Provided is a system and method for a organizing a robotic storage system. The robotic storage system includes a plurality of storage locations of varying priority and varying distance to a data read/write device. The robot storage system further includes a plurality of portable data storage elements each having at least three fields, a load field, a read/write field and a user determined field. A temporary storage location within the robotic storage system for each data storage element is determined at least in part by evaluating the data storage element's load field, read/write field and user determined fields to determine a heat value and correlating the heat value to the storage locations. An associated method of use is also disclosed.

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Номер записи: 23

09-05-2013 дата публикации

Conveyors

Номер: US20130112528A1

Автор: Michael Webb

Принадлежит: Quin Systems Ltd

Elongate packs ( 3 ) of circular biscuits are fed at high speed from a wrapping output conveyor ( 1 ) to a transverse indexing conveyor ( 2 ). The indexing conveyor ( 2 ) has a series of compartments ( 12 ) with inclined sides, each compartment ( 12 ) receiving a pair of packs ( 3 ) end to end. The conveyor ( 2 ) indexes each time that it receives a pair of packs ( 3 ), the compartments ( 12 ) holding the packs ( 3 ) against movement longitudinally of the conveyor ( 2 ). The packs ( 3 ) are removed in groups from the indexing conveyor ( 2 ) and urged together on a tray ( 19 ) of adjustable dimension. Orientation of the packs ( 3 ) is maintained, for consistent presentation of printing ABCD.

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Номер записи: 24

16-05-2013 дата публикации

Conveyor apparatus for loading and unloading an aircraft

Номер: US20130118864A1

Автор: Ronan Mallaghan

Принадлежит: Mallaghan Engineered Ltd

A conveyor apparatus for loading and unloading aircraft, the apparatus comprising a first conveyor for conveying articles from an area outside of an aircraft to an entrance to a cargo compartment of the aircraft, and a second conveyor for conveying articles from an end of the first conveyor into the cargo compartment, the second conveyor being telescopically extendable from the first conveyor, wherein the second conveyor comprises an endless flexible member extending between a tail end of the second conveyor adjacent the first conveyor and a head end of the second conveyor segment at a distal end of the second conveyor, and a driver for driving the endless member to convey articles along the second conveyor.

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Номер записи: 25

23-05-2013 дата публикации

Aliquotter system and workflow

Номер: US20130125675A1

Автор: Charles W. JOHNS, Martin Müller

Принадлежит: Beckman Coulter Inc

A method is disclosed. The method includes aspirating an aliquot volume of a sample in a primary sample container located in an aspiration position in an aliquotter module, and dispensing the aliquot volume of the sample in a secondary sample container located in a dispensing position in the aliquotter module. The method also includes the step of causing the secondary sample container to leave the aliquotter module before the primary sample container.

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Номер записи: 26

06-06-2013 дата публикации

Conveyor Belt With Alignment Features

Номер: US20130140148A1

Автор: Darroll Joseph Neely, Jonathan R. Lasecki

Принадлежит: Ashworth Bros Inc

A conveyor belt is provided that may include a first link having a first protrusion. The first protrusion may include a first mating surface and may be disposed proximate a first rod receiving aperture extending through the first link. The conveyor belt may include a second link having a second protrusion extending a second distance from a surface of the second link. The second protrusion may include a second mating surface, wherein the second protrusion is disposed proximate a second rod receiving aperture extending through the second link. The first mating surface of the first protrusion may be disposed in a mating relationship with the second mating surface of the second protrusion. Further, the conveyor belt may include a connecting rod extending through the first rod receiving aperture of the first link and the second rod receiving aperture of the second link.

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Номер записи: 27

13-06-2013 дата публикации

Belt Conveyor Clamping Apparatus, System & Method

Номер: US20130146427A1

Автор: Kimberley Grant Greirson

Принадлежит: Specialised Machinery Co Pty Ltd

An automated clamping assembly adapted for mounting on or adjacent to a belt conveyor. The clamping assembly includes a clamping member selectively movable between an operative position in which the clamping member is disposed on or closely adjacent to a conveyor belt to retain the belt in a rest position during adverse weather conditions, and an inoperative position in which the clamping member is disposed away from the belt so as not to impede normal operation of the conveyor. An automated drive mechanism is adapted to move the clamping member between the operative and inoperative positions. A control module is adapted to activate the drive mechanism in response to activation control signals from a remote system controller. The control module also is adapted to send feedback control signals to the system controller indicative of the clamping status of the clamping member.

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Номер записи: 28

13-06-2013 дата публикации

Orienting device/apparatus and orienting method

Номер: US20130146512A1

Автор: Nicholas Reynolds, Sean Brennan

Принадлежит: Buhler Sortex Ltd

An orienting device for receiving a bulk flow of unshelled pistachio nuts and aligning and orienting them to provide single flows of nuts having a desired, common orient, the device comprises: an orienting section ( 27 ) comprising a plurality of tracks ( 25 ), which receive a flow of nuts from an infeed section, and align and orient the nuts, each track ( 25 ) comprising an orienting part ( 29 ), which comprises a base and first and second lateral orienting guides ( 39 ) makes the nuts rotate. The tray is a vibrating tray.

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Номер записи: 29

22-08-2013 дата публикации

Container carrier

Номер: US20130214469A1

Автор: Robert Terzini

Принадлежит: Tension International Inc

A carrier for receiving and restraining a container against rotation during an automated filling and capping operation includes an array of modular container housings. A bumper is disposed below the housing and projects outwardly to cushion the carrier against impact. The bumper is supported by a base. Structure extends from the housing through the bumper and into the base to secure the carrier. One housing module includes a recess having container abutment surfaces and angled surfaces at the opening to guide a container into engagement with the abutments. One housing module includes a recess having ribs separated by relief vents to relieve air pressure as a container is loaded into the carrier. One housing module includes a container holder having a pair of upright supports separated by side openings. The bumper and the base each including a weight positioned at a selected location to uphold the filled container.

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Номер записи: 30

03-10-2013 дата публикации

Systems and methods for detecting fallen containers suitable for apparatus for automated evaluation of microorganism growth in test samples

Номер: US20130260448A1

Автор: James Knebel, Mark Wilson, Thierry Vivet

Принадлежит: Biomerieux Inc

Methods, systems, computer program products, apparatus and circuits are configured to detect fallen containers upstream or proximate an intake zone suitable for automated evaluation apparatus using different sensors, including at least one lower sensor and at least one upper sensor which is positioned to project an optical signal at a height corresponding to a top portion of an upright container to thereby allow an increased reliability in detection of different orientations and positions of fallen containers. An optional second lower sensor may be used which is longitudinally spaced apart from the first lower sensor and the lower sensors can transmit optical signals across the container travel path that do not intersect.

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Номер записи: 31

17-10-2013 дата публикации

Fluid systems and methods for transferring discrete articles

Номер: US20130270066A1

Автор: Clifford Theodore Papsdorf, Uwe Schneider

Принадлежит: Procter and Gamble Co

The present disclosure is directed to a method of applying a fluid pressure to a portion of a transfer member of a transfer assembly. The transfer member rotates about a first rotation axis and comprises leading and trailing portions. The portion of the transfer member is rotatable about a second rotation axis between a first position and a second position. The method comprises providing a fluid conduit in fluid communication with the leading or trailing portion of the portion of the transfer member when the portion of the transfer member is in the first position, rotating the portion of transfer member between the first position and the second position, and maintaining the fluid conduit in fluid communication with the same of the leading or trailing portion of the portion of the transfer member after the portion of the transfer member is moved into the second position.

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Номер записи: 32

24-10-2013 дата публикации

Gripper attachment

Номер: US20130277176A1

Автор: Dean A. Wieting, Mike Chin, Rick Corlett

Принадлежит: Rexnord Industries LLC

A gripper ( 12 ) is disclosed having a base ( 24 ) that extends from a first end a second end and includes resilient ( 32 ) fingers that extend from the base between the first end and the second end. The resilient fingers ( 32 ) may be configured to generally conform to and engage with articles ( 34 ) being transferred when the base is mounted to a conveyor.

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Номер записи: 33

24-10-2013 дата публикации

Pallet building system

Номер: US20130282165A1

Автор: David Ehrenberg, Kirill K. Pankratov, Larry M. Sweet

Принадлежит: Symbotic Inc

An automated palletizer includes an automated package pick device capable of moving packages from a package deposit section to a pallet to form a pallet load from packages. A controller is operably connected to the automated pick device, the controller having a pallet load generator configured to determine a pallet load structure of mixed packages. The pallet load generator is programmed so that it determines the load structure from mixed package layers overlaid over each other at least one of the mixed package layers being formed of stacks of mixed packages. Top and bottom surfaces of the stacks corresponding to the at least one mixed package layer respectively form top and bottom surfaces of the at least one mixed package layer that are substantially flat. The controller generates commands for the pick device to build the pallet load from the load structure determined by the pallet load generator.

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Номер записи: 34

31-10-2013 дата публикации

Asymmetric article handling and orientation

Номер: US20130284560A1

Автор: Jeff Williams, Jeffrey D. Wintring, Matthew R. Lukes

Принадлежит: RA Jones and Co Inc

An asymmetric article-carrying puck is driven by a linear star conveyor through an angular rotation orienting section to orient the pucks and articles therein irrespective of random initial orientation. In one embodiment, an upper puck plate carries the article while a separated lower puck plate defines a rotational orienting circular gear rack with a rotation-stopping bridge, separating ends of the rack and inclined from a base of one end tooth in the rack to a crest of another end tooth in the rack. The lower puck plate can be a combination of two circular plates with the circular gear rack interposed therebetween and within the periphery of the circular plates. Pucks can be accumulated in mutual engaged positions and separated by the linear star into preselected pitch while transported and turned. Integral pucks can be used. The structural details and methods are disclosed.

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Номер записи: 35

14-11-2013 дата публикации

Egg belt

Номер: US20130299317A1

Автор: Günter Möller

Принадлежит: Big Dutchman International GmbH

A egg belt comprises a belt extending in a conveying direction for conveying eggs in the conveying direction. The belt is provided with a plurality of openings, each being triangular in shape.

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Номер записи: 36

19-12-2013 дата публикации

Conveyor belt link having wear resistant portion

Номер: US20130334015A1

Автор: Jonathan R. Lasecki

Принадлежит: Ashworth Bros Inc

A conveyor belt configured to contact a drive surface is disclosed including a substantially U-shaped link having an outermost portion with a contact surface configured to face the drive surface. The outermost portion of the link may be more resistant to wear due to contact with the drive surface than other portions of the link.

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Номер записи: 37

16-01-2014 дата публикации

Apparatus for the automated removal of workpieces arranged in a container

Номер: US20140017048A1

Автор: Alois Mundt, Bernhard Riedmiller, David Haenschke, Thomas Mattern

Принадлежит: Liebherr Verzahntechnik GmbH

An apparatus for the automated removal of workpieces arranged in a container comprising a first object recognition device for detecting the workpieces and a first gripper for picking and removing the workpieces from the container; and a control for evaluating the data of the first object recognition device, for track planning and for controlling the first gripper; wherein an intermediate station on which the first gripper places the workpiece after the removal from the container; and a positioning apparatus which positions the workpieces more accurately starting from the intermediate station and/or singularizes them.

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Номер записи: 38

23-01-2014 дата публикации

Ambulance cot and loading and unloading system

Номер: US20140023469A1

Автор: Adam Darwin Downey, Chad Conway Souke, Clifford Edwin LAMBARTH, Kurosh Nahavandi, Robert Gregory Cox

Принадлежит: Stryker Corp

An ambulance cot and cot loading and unloading system for an emergency vehicle comprises a cot having a head end, a base for mounting to a deck of an emergency vehicle, a track mounted for linear movement along said base, and an arm mounted for linear movement along said track from a retracted position to an extended position. The arm is and configured to engage the cot, and wherein when the track is extended along the base and the arm is extended along the track the arm is extended from the base in an extended position and is configured for lifting the cot and providing cantilevered support to the cot while in the extended position.

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Номер записи: 39

06-02-2014 дата публикации

Maintenance and retrieval cart

Номер: US20140035245A1

Автор: Jerry Michilsen, John Pollock, Richard De Jong

Принадлежит: Frommelt Industries of Canada Inc

A maintenance and retrieval cart is provided for use with a push back storage rack having a plurality of nested trays riding on a pair of inclined rails. The maintenance and retrieval cart comprises a base with a safety rail secured thereto. The base is supported on an undercarriage which facilitates movement along the inclined rails. A drive mechanism is operatively connected to move the cart along the inclined rails.

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Номер записи: 40

03-01-2019 дата публикации

A SEEDLING SEPARATING DEVICE BASED ON A GEAR-RACK DRIVE

Номер: US20190000010A1

Автор: Gu Jun, Hu Jianping, QIAN Luyi, SUN Mengtao, YANG Qizhi

Принадлежит:

This invention belongs to a seedling separating device based on a rack and pinion drive in the field of transplanting machine in the agricultural automation facility, including a rack, a power unit, a linear drive, a number of seedling cups and a cylinder pushing device. The linear actuator is driven by the power unit to move on the frame; these seedling cups are mounted on the linear drive; the cylinder pushing device is mounted on the frame and is located behind the seedling cups and it drives the lower part of the seedling cup to open and retracts to close. The seedling device has simple structure, controllable program and high reliability. The motor drives the seedlings cups to move left and right; the cylinder pushes the cups to be opened and closed; the trust cup is straight down, the seedling attitude is better and the location of seedling can also be adjusted. The device can not only achieve the exact location in the designated seedling, but also to achieve the seedling movement of separating seedlings to two points from the mouth of the seedling cups. 1. A seedling separating device based on the rack and gear drive , which comprisesa frame;a power device;a linear transmission device;a plurality of cups;a cylinder pushing device; anda control system; anda sensor and a sensor holder mounted on the frame; one end of the sensor holder is mounted on the frame through a sensor mounting hole; wherein the sensor is mounted on the other end of the sensor holder; wherein the power device includes a motor connection plate, a gear, a sleeve and a motor;wherein the motor is fixed on the upper end of the motor connection plate; the shaft sleeve is arranged on the rotation shaft of the motor and is fixedly connected with the motor; the lower end of the gear is braced and fixedly connected with the rotating shaft of the motor;wherein the linear transmission device includes a cup holder, cup mounting holes, a slider connecting plate, a slider, a cup connecting plate and a ...

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Номер записи: 41

04-01-2018 дата публикации

SHAFT FOR SIDE-BY-SIDE CONVEYOR

Номер: US20180000010A1

Автор: Wohlhuter Mark Ronald, Zimmerman Jeffrey Michael

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A motor shaft assembly includes a first shaft, a first motor, a second shaft and a second motor. The first shaft has a first end and a second end. The first motor is attached to the first end of the first shaft and is configured to rotate the first shaft about a longitudinal axis. The first shaft and the first motor have a longitudinal bore. The second shaft has a first end and a second end, wherein a portion of the second shaft is positioned in the longitudinal bore. The second motor is attached to the first end of the second shaft and is configured to rotate the second shaft about the longitudinal axis. A conveyor assembly includes a first shaft, sprocket, motor, and conveyor, and a second shaft, sprocket, motor and conveyor. An agricultural apparatus includes a tank, a boom, conveyors and motors. 1. A motor shaft assembly comprising:a first shaft having a first end and a second end;a first motor attached to the first end of the first shaft and configured to rotate the first shaft about a longitudinal axis, the first shaft and the first motor having a longitudinal bore therethrough;a second shaft having a first end and a second end, wherein a portion of the second shaft is positioned in the longitudinal bore; anda second motor attached to the first end of the second shaft and configured to rotate the second shaft about the longitudinal axis.2. The assembly of further comprising a bearing connected to the second end of the second shaft.3. The assembly of wherein there is no physical contact between the second shaft and the first shaft.4. The assembly of wherein there is no physical contact between the second shaft and the first motor.5. The assembly of further comprising a sprocket attached to the first shaft.6. The assembly of further comprising a sprocket attached to the second shaft.7. A conveyor assembly comprising:a first shaft having a first end and a second end;a first sprocket attached to the first shaft;a first motor attached to the first end of the first ...

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Номер записи: 42

03-01-2019 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR PROCESSING AND GRADING FOOD ARTICLES AND RELATED METHODS

Номер: US20190000094A1

Автор: Eiriksson Jon, Gunnarsson Hannes, Hermannsson Ingolfur Harri, Hjálmarsson Helgi, Jonsson Einar Bjorn

Принадлежит:

This disclosure concerns methods for processing and grading food articles including x-raying the food articles a first time and taking a 3D image of the food articles. 1. A method for grading a food article , the method comprising:utilizing a grading device to move a portion of the food article from a position on the surface of the grading conveyor,wherein the portion is one of a plurality of portions of the food article that each have an alignment and orientation with respect to the surface of the grading conveyor and are positioned parallel to each other on the surface of the grading conveyor,wherein none of the remaining portions of the plurality of portions that are positioned parallel to each other on the surface of the grading conveyor are substantially moved during the movement of the portion of the food article from the position on the surface of the grading conveyor, andwherein the alignments and orientations of the remaining portions of the plurality of portions that are positioned parallel to each other on the surface of the grading conveyor are substantially maintained during the movement of the portion of the food article from the position on the surface of the grading conveyor.2. A method for grading a food article , the method comprising:utilizing a grading device to move a portion of the food article from a position on the surface of the grading conveyor,wherein the portion is one of a plurality of portions of the food article that are positioned parallel to each other and in series with each other on the surface of the grading conveyor,wherein the portion is adjoined on every side by another portion,wherein none of the remaining portions of the plurality of portions that are positioned parallel to each other on the surface of the grading conveyor are substantially moved during the movement of the portion of the food article from the position on the surface of the grading conveyor, andwherein the alignments and orientations of the remaining portions ...

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Номер записи: 43

03-01-2019 дата публикации

AGRICULTURAL SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR LETTUCE

Номер: US20190000130A1

Автор: Sleiman Pierre, Sleiman Pierre Emil

Принадлежит: Go Green Agriculture, Inc.

A method is disclosed that includes growing romaine lettuce in a greenhouse using a hydroponic technique and using purified water. The romaine lettuce has a heart and outer leaves. The heart is separated from the outer leaves of the romaine lettuce. The outer leaves are packaged in a first container and the heart is packaged in a second container. The first container and the second container are separate from one another. The first container and the second container are transferred to a storage device of approximately 32 to 41 degrees F. The packaging the outer leaves and the heart, and the transferring the first container and the second container, occur in an environment of less than or equal to 41 degrees F. The method occurs in a single, environmentally-controlled facility. 1. A method comprising:growing romaine lettuce in a greenhouse using a hydroponic technique and using purified water, the romaine lettuce having a heart and outer leaves;separating the heart from the outer leaves of the romaine lettuce;packaging the outer leaves in a first container and the heart in a second container, wherein the first container and the second container are separate from one another; andtransferring the first container and the second container to a storage device of approximately 32 to 41 degrees F.;wherein the packaging the outer leaves and the heart, and the transferring the first container and the second container occur in an environment of less than or equal to 41 degrees F.; andwherein the method occurs in a single, environmentally-controlled facility.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein 90% or more of the outer leaves of each romaine lettuce are packaged.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the separating step claim 1 , the packaging step and the transferring step are performed in a total of approximately 1 to 5 minutes.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein after the heart is separated from the outer leaves claim 1 , the heart and the outer leaves are moved to the environment ...

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Номер записи: 44

05-01-2017 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR STACKING, SINGULATING, AND DISPENSING PLIABLE FOOD PRODUCTS AND METHODS THEREFOR

Номер: US20170000137A1

Автор: Adamski Brian, Adler Scott A., Heleniak Tod W., Malenke Mark E., Rusch Gary S., Wierschke Larry D.

Принадлежит:

An apparatus for handling food products comprises an alignment trough disposed at an incline for holding a stack of the food products at an incline. The alignment trough defines a portion of a passage upon which the food products travel. The stack defines a bottom food product. At least one movable member extends into the passage to control the separation of the bottom food product from the remainder of the stack by moving to provide clearance fro the food product to pass. 115-. (canceled)16. A method of separating a supply of thin , pliable food products into groups of a specified number of the food products comprising:forming a stack of the food products from the supply of food products, the stack being piled in a first direction;isolating a single food product from the stack of the food products in the first direction;moving the single food product in a second direction different from the first direction to move the single food product to a collection point; andrepeating the isolating and moving of the single food products from the stack for a specified number of food products before removing the specified number of food products form the collection point together.17. The method of further comprising applying lateral force to the stack to maintain the food products in the stack.18. The method of further comprising forming the stack at an incline to form a bottom most food product.19. The method of wherein isolating the food product further comprises bending a resilient member to permit a single bottom most food product to pass the resilient member and move away from the remainder of the stack claim 16 , and shifting the resilient member back to a natural orientation to block advancement of the remainder of the stack.20. The method of wherein isolating the food product further comprises using a partial vacuum to move the bottom most food product from the stack. This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/113,567, filed Nov. 11, 2008, ...

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Номер записи: 45

05-01-2017 дата публикации

System and method of processing produce

Номер: US20170000184A1

Автор: Nagendra B. Kodali

Принадлежит: Individual

Systems and methods of de-stemming produce are provided. An apparatus can process an item of produce having a first portion and a second portion attached to the first portion. The apparatus can include at least one first conveyor unit that can convey the first portion of the item of produce in a first direction. The apparatus can include at least one second conveyor unit that can convey the second portion of the item of produce in a second direction that differs from the first linear direction by between zero and 90 degrees to generate a separation force between the first portion of the item of produce and the second portion of the item of produce that separates the first portion from the second portion.

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Номер записи: 46

07-01-2021 дата публикации

Method and device for checking the quality of rod-like products

Номер: US20210000164A1

Автор: Okninski Michal

Принадлежит:

The method and device for checking quality of rod-like products (R, R′) for the tobacco industry, wherein the steps are performed of moving rod-like products (R, R′) placed in a transport socket () of a conveyor () along an audit trail (P), checking the quality of a rod-like products (R, R′) with a scanning device () placed on the audit trail (P), characterized further by rotating the rod-like product (R, R′) placed in the transport socket (), during the step of checking the quality of rod-like products (R, R′), using at least one track () interacting with a lateral surface () of the rod-like products (R, R′). 1. A method for checking quality of rod-like products (R , R′) for the tobacco industry , comprising steps of{'b': 4', '2, 'moving rod-like products (R, R′) placed in a transport socket () of a conveyor () along an audit trail (P),'}{'b': '5', 'checking the quality of a rod-like products (R, R′) with a scanning device () placed on the audit trail (P),'}characterized in that it further comprises{'b': 4', '7', '6, 'rotating the rod-like product (R, R′) placed in the transport socket (), during the step of checking the quality of rod-like products (R, R′), using at least one track () interacting with a lateral surface () of the rod-like products (R, R′).'}276104. The method according to claim 1 , characterized in that the track () interacts through friction with the lateral surface () of the rod-like product (R claim 1 , R′) from the bottom side () of the transport socket ().34. The method according to claim 1 , characterized in that the rod-like product (R claim 1 , R′) placed in the transport socket () rotates by at least 360° around its longitudinal axis (X).41142. The method according to characterized in that when checking the quality of rod-like product (R claim 1 , R′) claim 1 , the rod-like product shall be sucked in by the vacuum provided by the openings () in transport sockets () of the conveyor ().557. The method according to characterized in that the ...

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Номер записи: 47

04-01-2018 дата публикации

CONTINUOUS CONVEYOR BELT FOR FOOD HEATING DEVICE

Номер: US20180000284A1

Автор: Adomaitis Matthew, Agnello Frank Anthony, Bauer Richard, Cerda Eloy, Fastabend Mark Edward, Forrest Sean Patrick, Hammac Scott R., Hartfelder Charles B., Heinze Karl R., Kestner Kyle Thomas, Laub Christine Suen, Malkowski Dennis, Maslana Eugene Stanley, Nelson Calvin States, Schoell Laurence A., Truesdale Brian J., Ulicevic Zoran, Veltrop Loren, Yazvin Aleksandr

Принадлежит: PRINCE CASTLE LLC

A food heating device includes a conveyor belt having a loop provided by a unitary, continuous sheet of metal or other suitable material. 1. A food heating device comprising:at least one conveyor belt for carrying food products;at least one platen for heating the food products;at least one driving mechanism for rotating the at least one conveyor belt in a direction of conveyance travel;the at least one conveyor belt comprising a loop provided by a unitary, continuous sheet of metal, the loop having a top side and a bottom side, the top side being substantially parallel to and facing the at least one platen;wherein the at least one conveyor belt moves relative to the at least one platen and transports a food product to allow the food product to be exposed to the at least one platen.2. The food heating device of claim 1 , wherein the bottom side of the continuous sheet metal is reinforced with a rubber coating and adapted to interact with the at least one driving mechanism.3. The food heating device of claim 1 , wherein the top side of the at least one conveyor belt comprises a plurality of dividing structures extending vertically from the top side.4. The food heating device of claim 3 , wherein the plurality of dividing structures is oriented in a direction parallel to the direction of conveyance travel of the at least one conveyor belt.5. The food heating device of claim 3 , wherein the plurality of dividing structures is oriented in a direction perpendicular to the direction of conveyance travel of the at least one conveyor belt.6. A food heating device comprising:at least one conveyor belt for carrying food products;at least one platen for heating the food products;at least one driving mechanism for rotating the at least one conveyor belt in a direction of conveyance travel;the at least one conveyor belt comprising a loop provided by a mesh formed from a plurality of interlocked and inseparable rings, the loop having a top side and a bottom side, the top side ...

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Номер записи: 48

01-01-2015 дата публикации

Article Storage Facility

Номер: US20150000765A1

Автор: Hiroshi Otsuka, Shinsuke Kawamura, Tadahiro YOSHIMOTO

Принадлежит: Daifuku Co Ltd

An article storage facility is provided which is relatively simple in structure and in which it is easier to perform maintenance work of apparatus provided to each zone. A first switching valve is provided in each of a plurality of zone gas supply portions whereas a second switching valve is provided in each of a plurality of storage section gas supply portions. A plurality of relief passages is provided with each relief passage connected to the inactive gas supply passage on a downstream side, with respect to a gas supplying direction, of the position in which the first switching valve is provided and on an upstream side, with respect to the gas supplying direction, of the position in which the second switching valve is provided in the inactive gas supply passage. A zone relief switching valve is provided to each of the plurality of relief passages.

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Номер записи: 49

06-01-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AUTOMATED PRODUCT SORTING AND COORDINATED DELIVERY USING AUTONOMOUS DELIVERY VEHICLES WITHIN A FACILITY

Номер: US20220002085A1

Автор: Bellar Jason D., Velten Jeremy L.

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Systems, methods, and machine readable media are provided for automated product sorting and coordinated delivery using autonomous delivery vehicles within a facility. In exemplary embodiments, a system scans machine readable identifiers affixed to items, and sorts the items into two or more categories. A selected item is identified as scheduled to be picked up in-facility based on the scanning of the machine-readable identifier. An optimal route within the facility from the automated sorting device to an in-facility location is determined for a selected autonomous delivery vehicle based at least in part on at least one of facility traffic patterns, locations of other autonomous delivery vehicles, a number of items to be delivered, and additional tasks that can be performed by the selected autonomous delivery vehicle while delivering the item. The selected autonomous delivery vehicle navigates along the optimal route to the in-facility location to deliver the selected item to the in-facility location. 1. A system for automated product sorting and coordinated delivery using autonomous delivery vehicles within a facility , comprising: scan a plurality of machine-readable identifiers that are each respectively associated with one of a plurality of items; and', 'automatically sort the plurality of items into two or more predetermined product categories, each category associated with one of the plurality of conveyors or sets of rollers, items in each category forwarded to one of the plurality of conveyors or sets of rollers after being scanned based on the association;, 'an automated sorting device that includes at least one of a plurality of conveyors and sets of rollers, the automated sorting device configured toan in-facility location configured for retrieval of one or more items intended for pick up at the facility;one or more autonomous delivery vehicles configured to communicate with the in-facility location via the communication interface; identifying a selected ...

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Номер записи: 50

06-01-2022 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR TRANSPORTING STANDING CONTAINERS BETWEEN CLAMPING BELTS

Номер: US20220002087A1

Автор: Heuft Bernhard, Kasdorf Olga

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A transport device for transporting upright containers arranged in a single row, comprising a first clamping belt and a second clamping belt, between which the containers arranged in a single row are held and transported, and at least one first rotary cylinder and one second rotary cylinder, around which the containers held by the clamping belts are transported. The containers and the clamping belts are guided one after the other around the at least two rotary cylinders in such a way that the containers are each pressed against the respective rotary cylinder by the radially outer clamping belt. 1. A transport device for transporting upright containers arranged in a single row , the transport device comprising:a first clamping belt and a second clamping belt, between which the containers arranged in a single row are held and transported,and at least a first rotary cylinder and a second rotary cylinder around which the containers held by the clamping belts are transported,wherein the containers and the clamping belts are guided around the at least two rotary cylinders, and the containers are each pressed against the rotary cylinders by the radially outer clamping belt.2. The transport device according to claim 1 , wherein the rotary cylinders and the clamping belts are configured to be drivable independently of one another.3. The transport device according to claim 1 , further comprising:a first conveyor configured to convey the containers in,a second conveyor configured to convey the containers out downstream of the rotary cylinders.4. The transport device according to claim 1 , wherein the containers are conveyed in the form of an S-curve around both rotary cylinders.5. The transport device according to claim 1 , wherein the transport path of the containers around the rotary cylinders is such that in each case claim 1 , in alternating sequence claim 1 , the first or the second clamping belt is arranged radially outwardly and presses the containers against the ...

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Номер записи: 51

06-01-2022 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR SELECTING AND DISCARDING PUCKS IN APPARATUS FOR COUPLING SUCH PUCKS TOGETHER WITH BOTTLES TO BE FILLED

Номер: US20220002092A1

Автор: Ronchi Cesare

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A device for selecting and discarding pucks () for holding bottles () with a support and travel plane (), a plurality of teeth () where the teeth () are arranged in the plane () to form a routing path towards a discarding path (OUT) for discarding empty pucks () without a bottle () and a routing path towards an exit path (OUT) for outputting full pucks () containing a bottle (). 1231. A device for selecting and discarding pucks ( ,) for holding bottles () , comprising:{'b': 110', '111, 'a support and travel plane () extending parallel to a longitudinal direction (X-X) and to a transverse direction (Y-Y) and provided with openings () having a vertical axis (Z-Z) perpendicular to said plane (X-Y) and passing through the latter;'}{'b': 120', '111, 'a plurality of teeth (), each housed inside a corresponding opening of said through-openings (),'}{'b': 120', '110', '2', '2', '1, 'a plurality of said teeth () being arranged in the plane () along a discarding line (LS) defining a routing path towards a discarding path (OUT) for discarding empty pucks () without bottles (),'}{'b': 120', '110', '3', '3', '1, 'and a plurality of said teeth () being arranged in the plane () along an exit line (LF) defining a routing path towards an exit path (OUT) for outputting full pucks () containing a bottle (),'}{'b': 111', '110', '2', '3', '110, 'each tooth being displaceable with a raising movement or lowering movement in the vertical direction (Z-Z) between a position retracted inside the hole () so as to not interfere with the transit on the plane () of a puck (,), preferably coplanar with the plane (), and an extracted position projecting from said plane in the vertical direction (Z-Z),'}{'b': 3', '2, 'so as to define one or the other of said routing paths towards the exit path (OUT) or discarding path (OUT),'}{'b': 120', '110', '1', '9', '1', '9', '3', '2, 'wherein the device is configured to perform selectively the raising or lowering movement of the teeth () of one and/or the ...

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Номер записи: 52

06-01-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR EGG HANDLING

Номер: US20220002096A1

Автор: DURFLINGER Jeremy, HELLE Daniel, SELLERS Kerry

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A system and method for moving a plurality of eggs from a distal end of a feeder to a proximal end of a conveyor for loading the eggs onto the conveyor. The conveyor comprises a plurality of egg-receiving positions. The distal end of the feeder and the proximal end of the conveyor are aligned such that the plurality of egg-receiving positions accepts the plurality of eggs as the conveyor moves past the distal end of the feeder. A nozzle emitting a stream of fluid is positioned proximal to the distal end of the feeder so that the stream of fluid urges the plurality of eggs toward the distal end of the feeder. 1. A system for handling a plurality of eggs , the system comprising:a feeder comprising a feeder proximal end for receiving the plurality of eggs, a feeder distal end opposite the feeder proximal end, a bottom surface, and a plurality of guide walls extending from the bottom surface between the feeder proximal end and the feeder distal end forming a plurality of channels between the plurality of guide walls;a conveyor comprising a conveyor proximal end and a plurality of egg-receiving positions spaced along the conveyor for receiving the plurality of eggs;at least one nozzle operative to emit a stream of fluid between pairs of the plurality of guide walls;wherein the plurality of eggs moves from the feeder proximal end along the bottom surface through the plurality of channels until each of the plurality of eggs reaches the feeder distal end;wherein the feeder distal end and the conveyor proximal end are positioned so that each of the plurality of egg-receiving positions is aligned to accept a respective one of the plurality of eggs from the feeder distal end;wherein the nozzle is positioned proximal to the feeder distal end such that the stream of fluid urges the plurality of eggs to the feeder distal end so that the plurality of eggs is positioned to move into the plurality of egg-receiving positions as the conveyor proximal end moves past the feeder distal ...

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Номер записи: 53

06-01-2022 дата публикации

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING SORTED STOPPER ELEMENTS

Номер: US20220002129A1

Автор: ROTH Emmanuel, SCHMITT Arnaud, SPIESSER Daniel

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The invention relates to a device for providing stopper elements that are sorted in order to feed a downstream workstation. The devices comprising a lifting means; a means or referencing said stopper elements one by one, located downstream from the lifting means; a conveyor for bringing the referenced elements to said workstation, positioned at the outlet of said referencing means; a vision means for verifying the conformance of said elements in an inspection zone extending at the level of the referencing means and/or of the conveyor; and a means for expelling those elements that do not conform located downstream of said vision means. The inspection zone comprises at least two successive sections each including a distinct color. The invention also relates to a corresponding method. 121. A device () for providing stopper elements () that are sorted in order to feed a downstream workstation , comprising:{'b': 3', '1, 'a lifting means () for sorting said elements () in accordance with their orientation;'}{'b': 3', '5', '1, 'downstream of said lifting means () a means () for referencing said stopper elements () one by one in a regular flow;'}{'b': 5', '6', '1, 'at the outlet of said referencing means () a conveyor () for bringing the referenced elements () one by one to said workstation;'}{'b': 7', '1', '2', '5', '6, 'a vision means () for verifying the conformance of said elements () when they arrive in an inspection zone of said device (), said inspection zone being located at the referencing means () and/or the conveyor (); and'}{'b': 7', '1, 'located downstream of said vision means () a means for expelling those elements () that do not conform;'}wherein at least:{'b': 8', '9, 'the inspection zone comprises at least two successive sections (, ) each including a distinct color.'}22789. The provider device () as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising a means for moving said vision means () from a position facing one of said sections () to a position facing the other ...

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Номер записи: 54

07-01-2021 дата публикации

SUSPENDED AUTOMATION SYSTEM

Номер: US20210001475A1

Автор: Miller Kenneth C.

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A suspended automation system includes a rail array secured to a ceiling. A gantry moves in an X-Y plane defined by the rail array with a drive mechanism. A controller with a human user interface allows for selective movement of the gantry to transport, and in some instances store or manipulate articles. A motorized rotating platform and one or more of a robotic arm, a camera, or a counter-balance are added to the platform to facilitate storage and manipulation, as well as actions in the area below the ceiling. A rail array in some embodiments is equipped with storage modules located above the rail array that can take a variety of shapes, sizes, and configurations for storage of an article, including a stack. A related process of article movement can be accomplished by the suspended automation system. Another related process is overhead storage and selective delivery of an article. 1. A suspended automation system comprising:a rail array secured to a ceiling;a gantry;a drive mechanism coupled to said gantry for transit of said gantry in an area of said rail array;a platform suspended from said gantry; anda plurality of storage modules located above said rail array, each of said plurality of storage modules having a volume for storage of an article and positioned within cells of said rail array, and at least two of said plurality of storage modules stacked on one another forming a stack.2. The system of wherein one of the storage modules of said stack is accessible from a roof through a hatch in said roof.3. The system of wherein said drive mechanism includes interspersed powered wheel modules and lifters.4. The system of wherein said lifters are adjustable in a Z direction and said wheel modules are pivotable between X and Y directions on said rail array.5. The system of wherein said gantry is automatically transferrable to a second rail array.6. The system of further comprising one or more robotic arms suspended from said platform.7. The system of further ...

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Номер записи: 55

04-01-2018 дата публикации

Lumber Retrieval System for a Centrally Located Saw

Номер: US20180001508A1

Автор: Steven L. Aylsworth

Принадлежит: Steven L. Aylsworth

Lumber retrieval systems and methods feed a centrally located saw with a predetermined assortment of boards picked from certain stations distributed at either side of the saw. In some examples, an overhead trolley system carries individual boards in a certain sequence from chosen stations to a board-receiving apparatus. The board-receiving apparatus, in turn, feeds the boards to the saw. The saw then cuts the boards into board segments, which can be used for making prefabricated trusses and wall panels. In some examples, the trolley system has a laser-scanning feature for determining the location of the next-to-pick board while simultaneously transporting the board currently heading to the board-receiving apparatus. In some examples, the trolley system includes two board carriers each of which are dedicated or assigned to certain stations. In some examples, one carrier serves as backup for the other one when one of the carriers is broken or otherwise inactive.

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Номер записи: 56

07-01-2016 дата публикации

Installation for transporting containers

Номер: US20160001987A1

Автор: Andre Jean Jacques Graffin

Принадлежит: Serac Group SAS

An installation for transporting containers, the installation comprising a rotary platform ( 1, 2 ) provided in its periphery with slots ( 7.1, 7.2 ), a jaw ( 8.1, 8.2 ) being mounted on the platform in the vicinity of each slot in order to be movable between a closed position for holding a container in the slot and an open position. Each jaw comprises a resilient element ( 9.1, 9.2 ) having a portion ( 9.11, 9.21 ) fastened to the platform in the vicinity of the slot in order to have a free end ( 9.12, 9.22 ) that extends facing the slot and that is elastically deformable between a rest state in which the free end co-operates with a side wall of the slot to define a section smaller than the cross-section of the neck, and a deformed state in which the free end cooperates with the side wall of the slot to define a section greater than the cross-section of the neck.

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Номер записи: 57

07-01-2021 дата публикации

Systems and methods for home position and cart acquisition with a materials handling vehicle

Номер: US20210002074A1

Автор: Gregory S. Garmann, Mark E. ADDISON, Matthew J. Otto

Принадлежит: Crown Equipment Corp

A variety of vehicle-based and warehouse-based solutions are provided to increase the adaptability, utility, and efficiency of materials handling vehicles in the warehouse environment, such as a goods storage and retrieval system, comprising a multilevel warehouse racking system, a mobile storage cart, a cart home position, and a materials handling vehicle disposed on a vehicle transit surface and comprising a fork carriage assembly, a navigation subsystem, a cart engagement subsystem, and one or more vehicular controllers to use the navigation subsystem to navigate the materials handling vehicle along the vehicle transit surface to a localized engagement position where the cart home position is within a cart engagement field of view, and use the cart engagement subsystem to engage the mobile storage cart in the cart home position with the fork carriage assembly.

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Номер записи: 58

07-01-2021 дата публикации

CONVEYOR SYSTEM

Номер: US20210002077A1

Автор: Cantwell Benjamin John

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A conveyor system is described for use with a scanning apparatus () for the scanning of objects (), such as bottles. The system comprises a transverse conveyor having a conveyor surface (); a plurality of object support modules (), each object support module () comprising a lower surface that sits upon the conveyor surface () of the conveyor and an upper part in which an object receiving recessed portion is defined, wherein the object receiving recessed portion defines an elongate recess having a constant transverse profile. A scanning system comprising the conveyor system in combination with an object scanner and a method of scanning embodying the principles of such a scanner are also described. 1. A conveyor system for use with a scanning apparatus for the scanning of objects comprising:a transverse conveyor having a conveyor surface;a plurality of object support modules, each object support module comprising a lower surface that sits upon the conveyor surface of the conveyor and an upper part in which an object receiving recessed portion is defined;wherein the object receiving recessed portion defines an elongate recess having a constant transverse profile.2. A conveyor system in accordance with wherein each object support module has a recessed portion that provides a generally concave recess claim 1 , wherein the recessed portion extends in an elongate direction claim 1 , the elongate direction being such as in use to correspond to a direction of travel of the conveyor claim 1 , and wherein the elongate recess has a constant transverse profile in that the cross-sectional profile of the recess in the horizontal plane does not change as the recess extends along the object support module in the elongate direction corresponding to the x direction in use claim 1 , wherein the constant transverse profile along the elongate direction corresponds to the direction of travel of the conveyor.3. A conveyor system in accordance with wherein the object receiving recessed ...

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Номер записи: 59

07-01-2021 дата публикации

Systems and Methods for High Throughput Object Handling and Screening

Номер: US20210002078A1

Автор: MacDonald Michael William James

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Systems and methods described herein are for high throughput object handling and X-Ray screening systems. Material handling systems can adopt the proposed system to assist with the transportation of objects into X-Ray screening machines populated with lead curtains to curtail radiation emissions. The lead curtains associated with X-Ray screening machines can cause numerous problems to the safe and secure transportation of the objects. The systems and methods proposed control several aspects of the object handling to overcome the problems associated with the lead curtains. The system and methods results in the increase of system throughput, improved efficiency, reduction in line stoppages and general wear and tear. Systems can include a smart conveyor that assists objects through lead curtains using flights that are raised behind the trailing edge of the objects. The system can include smart conveyors and control systems that communicate with the X-Ray machine regarding the identity and status of the objects. 1. A conveyor comprising:a conveyor belt having a flight, the flight configured to be selectively positioned in a default position in which the flight is parallel to the conveyor belt and a raised position in which the flight is perpendicular to the conveyor belt; andone or more sensors for sensing an edge of an object on the conveyor belt, wherein the flight is selectively transitioned to the raised position from the default position on the conveyor belt behind the object to assist the object forward.2. The conveyor of claim 1 , further comprising:a plurality of cams on the flight;a wear strip under the conveyor belt to engage with at least one cam in the plurality of cams when each flight is raised; anda plurality of channels running along the length of the conveyor belt in the direction of travel of the conveyor belt to allow the plurality of cams to travel unhindered when the flight remains in the default position.3. The conveyor of claim 2 , further ...

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Номер записи: 60

07-01-2021 дата публикации

EMBEDDED SCRAPER ROTATION ANGLE DETECTION DEVICE FOR SCRAPER CONVEYOR AND DETECTION METHOD

Номер: US20210002080A1

Автор: Cao Guohua, CHEN Jinsong, GUO Yongcun, LI Tongqing, Li Wei, Li Xiang, LU Hao, Peng Yuxing, Shen Gang, Tang Yu, WANG Dagang, Zhou Gongbo, Zhu Zhencai

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The present invention discloses an embedded scraper rotation angle detection device for a scraper conveyor and a detection method. The detection device includes two extensible detection devices, two signal detection units and a remote processing unit. The two extensible detection devices and the two signal detection units are disposed at two ends of a scraper respectively. The signal detection units detect movement displacements of the extensible detection devices in real time and send out signals through wireless transmission modules, the wireless transmission modules and a wireless receiving module are used for data transmission, and a signal display processing module is used to calculate a rotation angle value of the scraper in real time, output and display the rotation angle value simultaneously, compare the rotation angle value measured in real time with a set safety threshold, and send out an alarm indication when the rotation angle value exceeds the safety threshold. 1356354351: An embedded scraper rotation angle detection device for a scraper conveyor , wherein the embedded scraper rotation angle detection device for the scraper conveyor comprises extensible detection devices () , signal detection units () and a remote processing unit () , the extensible detection devices () are connected with the signal detection units () through connecting cables () , and two extensible detection devices () and two signal detection units () are respectively disposed at two ends of a scraper ();{'b': 3', '31', '32', '33', '34', '36', '37', '38', '39', '311', '314', '31', '31', '314', '31', '32', '36', '31', '37', '36', '33', '32', '37', '33', '31', '34', '35', '33', '31', '34', '33', '31', '310', '312', '310', '313', '312', '313', '310', '314', '39', '31', '39', '39', '311', '310', '311', '39', '38', '381', '382', '383', '384', '385', '381', '33', '382', '383', '384', '382', '385', '383', '384', '385', '31, 'each of the extensible detection devices () comprises an outer ...

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Номер записи: 61

07-01-2021 дата публикации

INSPECTION DEVICE FOR AUTO-LOADING FEEDER AND ELECTRONIC COMPONENT PICK AND PLACE MACHINE

Номер: US20210002081A1

Автор: SAKURAYAMA Takeshi

Принадлежит: FUJI CORPORATION

An auto loading feeder has a tape guide main body and a peeling blade extending in the conveyance direction with an cutting edge directed towards an upstream side configured to peel off the cover tape from the base tape of the carrier tape which is guided by the tape guide main body. An inspection device for the auto loading feeder includes a height detection sensor configured to output a signal corresponding to a height position of the peeling blade with respect to a reference point on the tape guide main body, and a height discrimination section configured to discriminate whether a height position of the peeling blade with respect to the carrier tape which is being guided by the tape guide main body stays within a predetermined range based on an output signal of the height detection sensor. 1. An inspection device for an auto loading feeder having a tape guide main body , extending along a conveyance direction of a carrier tape , in which a cover tape for closing an accommodation section for accommodating an electronic component therein is affixed to a base tape on which the accommodation section is provided , and a peeling blade , extending in the conveyance direction with an cutting edge thereof directed towards an upstream side in the conveyance direction , which is configured to peel off the cover tape from the base tape of the carrier tape guided by the tape guide main body , the inspection device comprising:a height detection sensor configured to output a signal corresponding to a height position of the peeling blade with respect to a reference point on the tape guide main body; anda height discrimination section configured to discriminate, based on an output signal of the height detection sensor, whether a height position of the peeling blade stays within a predetermined range with respect to the carrier tape guided by the tape guide main body.2. The inspection device for an auto loading feeder according to claim 1 ,wherein the inspection device comprises ...

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Номер записи: 62

07-01-2021 дата публикации

CONTROL SYSTEM FOR AUTOMATED SINGULATION SYSTEM

Номер: US20210002082A1

Автор: EATON Joseph, QUACH Tri Minh, SEATON Canaan, WANG Xujie, Zhao Longyu

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A control system for an automated singulation system is provided. The control system detects a presence of a first item on a first conveyor and detects a presence of a second item on a second conveyor while the first item is present on the first conveyor. The second conveyor transfers items onto the first conveyor and is at a lower height than the second conveyor. The first conveyor is oriented perpendicularly with respect to the second conveyor. In response to detecting the presence of the second item, a location of the first item along a length of the first conveyor is determined. The first conveyor and the second conveyor are controlled based at least on the location of the first item. 1. A singulation system , comprising: a first conveyor at a first height;', 'a second conveyor at a second height, wherein the second height is relatively lower than the first height; and', 'a plurality of intermediary conveyors arranged at successively decreasing heights between the first height and the second height, wherein the first conveyor, the plurality of intermediary conveyors, and the second conveyor collectively define a transport path for items entering the singulation apparatus;, 'a singulation apparatus comprisinga feeder belt terminating at the first conveyor and configured to transfer items onto the first conveyor;an exit belt starting at the second conveyor and configured to receive items from the second conveyer;a scanning apparatus configured to obtain an image of each item on the exit belt; and receive information from the first conveyor, the plurality of intermediary conveyors, and the second conveyor regarding presence of items on the respective first conveyor, the plurality of intermediary conveyors, and the second conveyor; and', 'control a speed of each of the first conveyor, the plurality of intermediary conveyors, and the second conveyor, based on the information, to singulate the items as the items transition along the transport path from the first ...

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Номер записи: 63

07-01-2021 дата публикации

PASSIVELY-OPERATED ACCUMULATION MODULE FOR USE WITH A POWERED CONVEYOR SYSTEM

Номер: US20210002083A1

Автор: Bohmier Kyle Jason, Burkhard Johnathan David, Kammeraad Anthony, McDonald Gavin Patrick

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According to one aspect of the present invention, an accumulation module for a product delivery system includes an input shaft configured to receive an external drive force. A transfer shaft reverses an operation of the external drive force to define a reversing drive force. An output shaft receives the reversing drive force. An accumulation belt is operated by the reversing drive force. The accumulation belt operates in opposition to the external drive force. 1. An accumulation module for a product delivery system , the accumulation module comprising:an input shaft configured to receive an external drive force;a transfer shaft that reverses an operation of the external drive force to define a reversing drive force;an output shaft that receives the reversing drive force; andan accumulation belt that is operated by the reversing drive force, wherein the accumulation belt operates in opposition to the external drive force.2. The accumulation module of claim 1 , wherein a first drive belt extends between the input shaft and the transfer shaft.3. The accumulation module of claim 2 , wherein a second drive belt extends between the transfer shaft and the output shaft.4. The accumulation module of claim 3 , wherein the input shaft claim 3 , output shaft claim 3 , transfer shaft and the first and second drive belts are disposed within a drive transfer housing.5. The accumulation module of claim 1 , wherein the external drive force is configured to be provided by a motor for a conveyor system.6. The accumulation module of claim 4 , wherein the transfer shaft includes a receiving sprocket that is attached to the first drive belt and a transfer sprocket that is attached to the second drive belt.7. The accumulation module of claim 6 , wherein the receiving sprocket and the transfer sprocket define a speed reduction mechanism.8. The accumulation module of claim 7 , wherein the receiving sprocket has a greater circumference than a circumference of the transfer sprocket.9. The ...

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Номер записи: 64

07-01-2021 дата публикации

TRANSFER SYSTEM, TRANSPORT SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR REMOVING SLEEVE-SHAPED WORKPIECES FROM A FIRST CONVEYOR AND FOR PUSHING THE SLEEVE-SHAPED WORKPIECES ONTO A SECOND CONVEYOR

Номер: US20210002084A1

Автор: Schulz Josef

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Transfer system for removing sleeve-shaped workpieces from a first conveyor and for pushing the sleeve-shaped workpieces onto a second conveyor, with a linearly movable coupling rod, with which a gear unit is associated, which includes a swivel body mounted so as to be pivotable about an axis of movement, on which a first workpiece gripper mounted so as to be rotatable about a first axis of rotation and a second workpiece gripper are arranged, wherein the gear unit has an adjuster for initiating an actuating movement for setting a distance between a first gripping region of the first workpiece gripper, which is arranged at a radial distance from the axis of movement, and a second gripping region of the second workpiece gripper, which is arranged at a radial distance from the axis of movement, as well as with a swivel drive for actuating the adjuster for initiating a forced swivel movement connected to the swivel movement of the swivel body onto the first workpiece gripper. 1. A transfer system for removing sleeve-shaped workpieces from a first conveyor and for pushing the sleeve-shaped workpieces onto a second conveyor , having a linear drive which comprises a drive housing and a coupling rod , which is accommodated in a linearly movable manner on the drive housing , for providing a linear movement along an axis of movement , wherein a gear unit is arranged at an end region of the coupling rod remote from the drive housing , said gear unit comprising a swivel body which is mounted so as to be pivotable about the axis of movement and on which a first workpiece gripper and a second workpiece gripper are arranged so as to be rotatable about a first axis of rotation , and wherein the gear unit comprises an adjuster , which is designed for initiating an actuating movement for setting a distance between a first gripping region of the first workpiece gripper , which is arranged at a distance from the axis of movement in the radial direction , and a second gripping region ...

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Номер записи: 65

07-01-2021 дата публикации

Temperature control docking system

Номер: US20210002092A1

Автор: David Avant Gill

Принадлежит: Cold Freight Services

A temperature control docking system (TCDS) is configured for providing temperature controlled air for circulation within one or more freight trailers. The freight trailers are engaged with corresponding control docks of the TCDS, each control dock additionally defining a docking door configured between a closed configuration and an open configuration. The docking door separates the interior of the TCDS from an exterior thereof (and from the freight trailer). Upon engaging the freight trailer with the control dock, the docking door is configured to an open configuration, and a temperature maintenance unit positioned within the interior of the TCDS and corresponding with the control dock provides temperature controlled air for circulation within the interior of the freight trailer so as to maintain a desired temperature within the freight trailer.

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Номер записи: 66

05-01-2017 дата публикации

Car Parking Assembly

Номер: US20170001799A1

Автор: ROHILLA Shailendra Kumar, SAINI Navin, Tomar Shivani

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Disclosed is a car parking assembly (). In one aspect, the car parking assembly () comprises a rail mechanism () and a plurality of V-bars () mounted on the rail mechanism () to facilitate the parking of a car and horizontal movement of a parked car respectively. The rail mechanism () further comprises a first rail (), a second rail () and a plurality of equally spaced connection. The V-bars () further comprises a first bar () for facilitating parking of a rear wheel of the car and a second bar () for facilitating parking of a front wheel of the car and wherein one end of the first bar () and one end of the second bar () are connected such that to form a obtuse angle. 1100100. A car parking assembly () for reducing a gap between two parked cars , the car parking assembly () comprising:{'b': 104', '104, 'claim-text': [{'b': 202', '204, 'a first rail () and a second rail () arranged parallel to each other; and'}, {'b': 202', '204', '206', '202', '204, 'a plurality of equally spaced connection bars, wherein each connection bar is connected at one end to the first rail () and at other end to the second rail (), and wherein each connection bar () is perpendicular to the first rail () and the second rail (); and'}], 'a rail mechanism () to facilitate horizontal movement of a car when parked, wherein the rail mechanism () further comprising{'b': 106', '104', '106', '106, 'claim-text': [{'b': 502', '502', '504', '504, 'a first bar () for facilitating parking of a rear wheel of the car, wherein the first bar () comprises a ribbed pattern () for restricting the movement of the rear wheel of the car, wherein the ribbed pattern () partially covers the top surface of the first bar;'}, {'b': 506', '506, 'claim-text': [{'b': 508', '506', '508, 'a locking mechanism () coupled with one end of second bar (), and wherein the locking mechanism () is configured to restrict movement of the front wheel of the car and wherein upon unlocking the locking mechanism the car is adapted to move ...

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Номер записи: 67

05-01-2017 дата публикации

TRANSPORTING ELEMENT FOR ACCOMMODATING AND TRANSPORTING SPHERICAL, CYLINDRICAL OR EGG-SHAPED ARTICLES, AND A COOKING APPLIANCE, PASTEURIZER OR COOLING UNIT

Номер: US20170001801A1

Автор: BERGMEIER Gerd

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A transporting element for accommodating and for transporting spherical, cylindrical or egg-shaped articles, in particular foodstuffs, in particular eggs, along a conveying route, has a plurality of mounts arranged one beside the other along the longitudinal extent. The transporting element is designed in the form of a channel-like body with an accommodating space curved in the form of part of a circle, as seen in cross section, and encloses an angle of at least 180°. The mounts are designed in the form of slot-form apertures in that region of the channel-like body that is curved in the form of part of a circle. The apertures extending parallel to one another, and transversely to the longitudinal extent of the channel-like body, as far as longitudinal crosspieces on either side, these forming a respective longitudinal periphery. 18-. (canceled)9. A transporting element for accommodating and for transporting spherical , cylindrical , or egg-shaped articles , the transporting element comprising:a channel-like body having an accommodating space curved in a form of part of a circle, as seen in cross-section, and enclosing an angle of at least 180°;several bearing points arranged adjacent to each other in a longitudinal extension of the channel-like body, wherein the bearing points are slot-shaped apertures arranged in a region of the channel-like body that is curved in the form of part of a circle, the slot-shaped apertures extending in parallel to each other and transversely to the longitudinal extension of the channel-like body on either side up to longitudinal crosspieces forming a respective longitudinal edge.10. The transporting element of claim 9 , wherein the slot-shaped apertures extend over an angular range of 150° to 190°.11. The transporting element of claim 9 , wherein at least one of the longitudinal crosspieces is at least partly flat.12. The transporting element of claim 9 , wherein at least one of the longitudinal crosspieces is curved away from the ...

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Номер записи: 68

05-01-2017 дата публикации

SOUND DAMPENING CONVEYOR CHAIN FLIGHT

Номер: US20170001805A1

Автор: ONeill Michael L.

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A conveyor flight for a chain comprising at least two spaced apart links, and two side plates that connect the links, with each side plate including two spaced apart extension pins extending from the side plate. The flight comprises a metal support, and the metal support includes two spaced apart cylindrical portions adapted to receive the two spaced apart extension pins. The flight also includes a flexible casing surrounding the metal support. 1. A chain link assembly of a conveyor chain , the assembly comprising:a pair of parallel flight pins spaced apart by a distance, each pin having an outer surface, a first end, and a second end;a pair of spaced apart, parallel side plates mounted on the pins;a flight core secured to the first end of each flight pin and spaced apart from each side plate, the flight core defining a first side and a second side and further including an opening extending between the first side and the second side; andan encapsulation at least partially surrounding the flight core, the encapsulation filling the opening in the flight core.2. The chain link assembly of claim 1 , wherein the flight core includes a first end and a second end opposite the first end claim 1 , the first end facing toward one of the side plates claim 1 , wherein the encapsulation covers the flight core except for the first end of the flight core.3. The chain link assembly of claim 1 , wherein the encapsulation surrounds at least a portion of the flight pins located adjacent the flight core.4. The chain link assembly of claim 1 , wherein the encapsulation dampens sound caused by contact between the chain link assembly and adjacent conveyor components.5. The chain link assembly of claim 1 , wherein the flight core includes a portion positioned between the flight pins and secured to both flight pins.6. The chain link assembly of claim 1 , wherein the flight core defines a core length claim 1 , and the encapsulation defines an encapsulation length greater than the core length ...

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Номер записи: 69

05-01-2017 дата публикации

TRANSFER DEVICE

Номер: US20170001811A1

Автор: Itoh Kazuo, Maekawa Jun, Nakamura Tatsuhiko

Принадлежит: TOH DENKI CO., LTD.

To develop a transfer device which has a lower overall height than that of a conventional technology. A transfer device includes a main conveying unit equipped with main conveying bodies , a sub conveying unit equipped with sub conveying bodies , a lifting and lowering mechanism which lifts and lowers the main conveying unit and the sub conveying unit such that the respective units and are located at different positions in the up-down direction, and a motor which operates the lifting and lowering mechanism . A planar position of the motor resides in a planar area overlapping with the main conveying bodies and the sub conveying bodies . A position of the motor in the height direction is set such that a part or the whole of the motor is located above a height of a lower end of a rotational track or a traveling track of any one of the conveying bodies and in a lowered state of any one of the conveying units and . This structure can reduce the overall height of the transfer device in a state that the motor is disposed within the transfer device 1. A transfer device comprising:a main conveying unit having a plurality of main conveying bodies that rotate or travel in contact with a conveyed object to convey the object in a fixed direction;a sub conveying unit having a plurality of sub conveying bodies that rotate or travel in contact with the conveyed object to carry the object in a direction crossing the conveying direction of the main conveying unit; anda lifting and lowering unit having a lifting and lowering mechanism for lifting and lowering at least one of the main conveying unit and the sub conveying unit, and a motor for operating the lifting and lowering mechanism,the main conveying unit and the sub conveying unit being disposed in an identical planar area,the lifting and lowering unit lifting one of the conveying units to a position above the other conveying unit to convey the object in a desired direction,wherein a planar position of the motor resides in a ...

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Номер записи: 70

05-01-2017 дата публикации

Methods and Computer Program Products for Detecting Fallen Containers

Номер: US20170001813A1

Автор: Knebel James, Vivet Thierry, Wilson Mark S.

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Methods, systems, computer program products, apparatus and circuits are configured to detect fallen containers upstream or proximate an intake zone suitable for automated evaluation apparatus using different sensors, including at least one lower sensor and at least one upper sensor which is positioned to project an optical signal at a height corresponding to a top portion of an upright container to thereby allow an increased reliability in detection of different orientations and positions of fallen containers. An optional second lower sensor may be used which is longitudinally spaced apart from the first lower sensor and the lower sensors can transmit optical signals across the container travel path that do not intersect. 1. A method of controlling loading systems having a conveyor that merges into a rotating wheel , comprising:transmitting at least one lower optical signal across a travel path of elongated containers at a height that is below a medial portion of upright container, the at least one lower optical signal including a first optical signal that projects across a receiving pocket of a rotating wheel at a load position, the wheel having a plurality of circumferentially spaced apart receiving pockets, each pocket configured to receive one upright container at the load position;concurrently transmitting at least one upper optical signal at a height that is above the at least one lower optical signal, the at least one upper optical signal configured to cross a cap portion of an upright container in the receiving pocket at the load position;electronically detecting fallen containers or blockages proximate and in a receiving pocket of the wheel at the load position based on data associated with the optical signals;automatically controlling a drive system associated with the wheel so that the wheel does not rotate if a fallen container is detected in the pocket of the wheel at the load position; andreversing or stopping the conveyor if a bridge of abutting ...

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Номер записи: 71

02-01-2020 дата публикации

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR STACKING AND PACKAGING FOLDED PRODUCTS

Номер: US20200002037A1

Автор: RICHERT Witali

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The method for stacking and packaging folded products comprises the steps of: 1. A method for stacking and packaging folded products , comprising the steps of:forming a stack of folded products, which are arranged in an upright position, one behind the other in a row extending in a transport direction;arranging the stack of folded products in a delivery area above a receptacle on at least one support element, which supports the stack in the delivery area perpendicularly to the transport direction;releasing the stack perpendicularly to the transport direction by shifting or pivoting the at least one support element; andpushing the stack of folded products perpendicularly to the transport direction from the delivery area into the receptacle by means of a pushing device.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein forming the stack comprises the step of arranging a plurality of folded products in an upright position in a stacking area claim 1 , and wherein arranging the stack in the delivery area comprises the step of conveying the formed stack to the delivery area along a transport path extending in the transport direction claim 1 , as soon as the formed stack of folded products has acquired a predetermined number of folded products.3. The method of claim 1 ,wherein forming the stack comprises the steps of:arranging a plurality of folded products in an upright position in a stacking area to form a partial stack;pushing the partial stack in the transport direction to a collecting area; andrepeating these steps until a stack with a predetermined number of folded products has been formed in the collecting area;and wherein arranging the stack in the delivery area comprises the step of conveying the formed stack from the collecting area to the delivery area along a transport path extending in the transport direction.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein forming the stack and arranging the stack in the delivery area comprise the steps of:arranging a plurality of folded products in an ...

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Номер записи: 72

02-01-2020 дата публикации

Article alignment device

Номер: US20200002039A1

Автор: Atsushi Takahashi, Takeshi Noguchi, Tatsuya ARIMATSU, Tatsuya Iwasa, Yoshinobu Shimomae, Yuji Yokota

Принадлежит: Ishida Co Ltd

The present invention provides an article alignment device that can inhibit posture disorderliness when articles land on a conveyor belt. The posture of bags when the bags transfer from an input conveyor to a first aligning conveyor is inclined in such a way that the portions of the bags that land on bags already placed on the first aligning conveyor are higher and the portions of the bags that land directly on the first aligning conveyor are lower, so the bags land on the first aligning conveyor before or at the same time that they contact the bags that were placed on the first aligning conveyor before them. Additionally, the frictional force between the first aligning conveyor and the bags is greater than the frictional force between the bags, so sliding between the bags is prevented, as is posture disorderliness.

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Номер записи: 73

02-01-2020 дата публикации

Packaging Machine and Method for Operating a Packaging Machine

Номер: US20200002040A1

Автор: Klaus Markus, Lünnemann Bernd, Mbarek Taoufik, Naber Klaus, Ott Frank, Reiners Stefan, Schaaf Michael, Schopen Marcel, Stoll Michael, von Birgelen Bernd, Zagar Franco

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Packaging machine, in particular filling device, having at least one transport rail, and at least two transport slides movable along the transport rail and arranged on the transport rail, the transport slides being arranged for transporting at least one package and being moved clocked along a productive region of the transport rail. A processing becomes more flexible if the transport rail and the transport slides are so electromotively connected that the transport slides are moved along a productive area with two indices different from each other. 1. A packaging machine , in particular filling device , withat least one transport rail, andat least two transport slides movable along the transport rail and arranged on the transport rail, whereinthe transport slides are arranged for transporting at least one package and are moved at least in sections in a cycled manner along a productive area of the transport rail, wherein a cycle is formed by a feed time and a dwell time and whereinthe transport rail and the transport slides are electromotively coupled to one another in such a way that the transport slides are moved along a productive area with two indices which are different from one another, wherein the index is formed by the ratio between a dwell time at a work station and a feed time between two workstations,characterized in thata carrier is arranged at the transpot slide, which carries a bottom of a package.2. The packaging machine according to claim 1 ,characterized in thatthe transport slides are moved in the productive area in the region of a filling device, in particular a bottling device, with a different, in particular larger index than outside the filling device.3. The packaging machine according to claim 1 ,characterized in thatthe index is determined by the hold time at a workstation and a feed time between two workstations.4. The packaging machine according to claim 1 ,characterized in thatat least N transport slides with an N-fold index are respectively ...

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Номер записи: 74

02-01-2020 дата публикации

Extendible Fences for Extendible Conveyors

Номер: US20200002097A1

Автор: Baek Anders Stougaard

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Extendible fences for extendible conveyors are disclosed. An example conveyor includes a main conveyor assembly having a plurality of conveyor sections including at least a base conveyor section and a distal conveyor section. The main conveyor assembly is adjustable in a lengthwise direction between a retracted configuration and an extended configuration. The main conveyor assembly is longer in the extended configuration than in the retracted configuration. A conveyor belt to move relative to the main conveyor assembly in a lengthwise direction of the main conveyor. A fence assembly including a plurality of fence segments to provide a nested arrangement that renders the fence assembly adjustable in the lengthwise direction such that the fence assembly is longer when the main conveyor assembly is in the extended configuration than when the main conveyor assembly is in the retracted configuration. The fence segments extending upward from the conveyor sections to flank the conveyor belt. 1. A guide for an extendible conveyor , the guide comprising:a fence assembly including a plurality of fence segments, the fence segments to couple to the conveyor having conveyor sections adjustable in a lengthwise direction between a retracted configuration and an extended configuration, the fence segments to provide a nested arrangement in the lengthwise direction such that the fence assembly has a longer length when the conveyor is in the extended configuration than when the conveyor is in the retracted configuration, the fence segments extending upward from the conveyor sections to flank a conveyor belt of the conveyor.2. The guide of claim 1 , wherein fence segments include a first fence segment to be positioned on a first side of the conveyor belt and a second fence segment to be positioned on a second side of the conveyor belt opposite the first side such that the conveyor belt is moveable between the first fence segment and the second fence segment.3. The guide of claim 2 , ...

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Номер записи: 75

04-01-2018 дата публикации

SAMPLE MEASUREMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD OF TRANSPORTING IN AND OUT RACK

Номер: US20180002108A1

Автор: Kumagai Atsushi, OHMAE Yuichiro, TATSUTANI Hiroo

Принадлежит: SYSMEX CORPORATION

A sample measurement system includes: a measurement unit that measures a sample stored in a sample container; a transport unit that transports a rack capable of holding sample containers via the measurement unit; a first transport-in/transport-out unit and a second transport-in/transport-out unit in each of which racks can be set alongside in a first direction, and that send the set racks to be transported to the measurement unit and receive the racks transported from the measurement unit; and a controller that controls the first transport-in/transport-out unit and the second transport-in/transport-out unit so that the racks are sequentially sent from the first transport-in/transport-out unit and the second transport-in/transport-out unit. The first transport-in/transport-out unit and the second transport-in/transport-out unit are disposed alongside in a second direction crossing the first direction, and each send the racks from one side in the first direction, and receive the racks from the other side. 1. A sample measurement system comprising:a measurement unit that measures a sample stored in a sample container;a transport unit that transports a rack capable of holding sample containers via the measurement unit;a first transport-in/transport-out unit and a second transport-in/transport-out unit in each of which racks can be set alongside in a first direction, and that send the set racks to be transported to the measurement unit by the transport unit and receive the racks transported from the measurement unit by the transport unit; anda controller that controls the first transport-in/transport-out unit and the second transport-in/transport-out unit so that the racks are sequentially sent from the first transport-in/transport-out unit and the second transport-in/transport-out unit,wherein the first transport-in/transport-out unit and the second transport-in/transport-out unit are disposed alongside in a second direction crossing the first direction, and each send ...

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Номер записи: 76

04-01-2018 дата публикации

CONVEYOR BELT SLAT WITH SIDE CARRIER CONNECTION

Номер: US20180002110A1

Автор: Adomaitis Matthew, Agnello Frank Anthony, Bauer Richard, Cerda Eloy, Fastabend Mark Edward, Forrest Sean Patrick, Hammac Scott R., Hartfelder Charles B., Heinze Karl R., Kestner Kyle Thomas, Laub Christine Suen, Malkowski Dennis, Maslana Eugene Stanley, Nelson Calvin States, Schoell Laurence A., Truesdale Brian J., Ulicevic Zoran, Veltrop Loren J., Yazvin Aleksandr

Принадлежит: PRINCE CASTLE LLC

A conveyor belt includes a conveyor belt slat that is coupled to a side carrier by a locking connection between the slat and the carrier at least along the side edges of the conveyor belt slat. 1. A conveyor belt , the conveyor belt comprising:a plurality of slats, at least one slat having a base for carrying an item, the base having a first opposing end and a second opposing end, the first opposing end and the second opposing end being substantially parallel to the direction of conveyance travel of the conveyor belt;at least one side carrier coupled to at least one of the first and the second opposing ends of the at least one slat by a coupling mechanism.2. The conveyor belt of claim 1 , further comprising at least one central carrier.3. The conveyor belt of claim 2 , wherein the slat further includes a guide member and the at least one central carrier cooperates with the guide member.4. (canceled)5. The conveyor belt of claim 1 , wherein the at least one side carrier comprises a timing belt.6. The conveyor belt of claim 1 , wherein the at least one side carrier is connected to at least one of the first and the second opposing ends of the plurality of slats such that the plurality of slats partially overlap the at least one side carrier.7. The conveyor belt of claim 1 , wherein the at least one side carrier traverses through the at least one of the first and the second opposing ends.8. The conveyor belt of claim 7 , wherein the at least one side carrier is woven through the at least one of the first and second opposing ends.9. The conveyor belt of claim 8 , wherein the at least one side carrier extends through a first slat from a top surface to a bottom surface claim 8 , across the bottom surface claim 8 , and through the first slat from the bottom surface to the top surface.10. The conveyor belt of claim 9 , wherein the cable forms a bridge over a gap between two adjacent slats.11. The conveyor belt of claim 1 , wherein both the first opposing end and the second ...

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Номер записи: 77

04-01-2018 дата публикации

ROLLER FOR SIDE-BY-SIDE CONVEYOR

Номер: US20180002112A1

Автор: Zimmerman Jeffrey Michael

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An apparatus includes a shaft, a first barrel, and a second barrel. The shaft has a first end, a second end, and a longitudinal axis of rotation. The first barrel surrounds a first portion of the shaft and is fixed to the shaft to rotate therewith. The second barrel surrounds a second portion of the shaft and is configured to rotate about the axis independent of a rotation of the shaft. 1. An apparatus comprising:a shaft having a first end, a second end, and a longitudinal axis of rotation;a first barrel surrounding a first portion of the shaft and fixed to the shaft to rotate therewith; anda second barrel surrounding a second portion of the shaft, and configured to rotate about the axis independent of a rotation of the shaft.2. The apparatus of wherein the second barrel is spaced from the first barrel along the axis.3. The apparatus of further comprising a spacer positioned to surround the shaft and positioned between the first barrel and the second barrel.4. The apparatus of further comprising an annular bearing positioned at least partially between the shaft and the spacer.5. The apparatus of further comprising an annular bearing positioned at least partially between the shaft and the second barrel.6. The apparatus of further comprising a first bearing through which the first end of the shaft extends.7. The apparatus of further comprising a second bearing through which the second end of the shaft extends.8. The apparatus of further comprising a first mounting bracket in which the first bearing is positioned.9. The apparatus of further comprising:a first mounting bracket in which the first bearing is positioned; anda second mounting bracket in which the second bearing is positioned.10. The apparatus of wherein the first barrel is substantially hollow.11. The apparatus of further comprising:a first conveyor belt configured to wrap at least partially around the first barrel; anda second conveyor belt configured to wrap at least partially around the second barrel. ...

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Номер записи: 78

04-01-2018 дата публикации

Egg orientation device

Номер: US20180002114A1

Автор: Dirk Willem Wikkerink, Edwin Lambertus Maria PAPEN

Принадлежит: Sanovo Technology Netherlands BV

An egg orientation device is adapted to put eggs ( 10, 10 ′) point down or point up in egg retainers ( 6 ). The egg orientation device comprises a stationary lane having a support plate ( 2 ) comprising a central zone ( 3 ) and two lateral zones ( 4 ). The device furthermore comprises a pusher ( 20 ) movable in a conveying direction along the lane and adapted to push an egg such that it rolls over the support plate around its longitudinal axis. An egg retainer is movable in the conveying direction beneath the support plate of the lane in a synchronised manner with the pusher. At least one drop opening ( 5, 7 A, 7 B) is provided in the support plate, which allows eggs to fall through and drop point down or point up in the egg retainer that is positioned underneath the drop opening. The drop opening is located in the central zone or in at least one of the lateral zones for dropping the eggs in the egg retainer point up and point down respectively.

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Номер записи: 79

02-01-2020 дата публикации

CONVEYING SYSTEM FOR CONVEYABLE AND NON-CONVEYABLE ARTICLES

Номер: US20200002102A1

Автор: Hughes John, RONEY Timothy

Принадлежит: FedEx Ground Package System, Inc.

A conveying system is disclosed. The conveying system may have a first conveying apparatus that conveys a first article to a first location. The conveying system may also have a second conveying apparatus that conveys a second article to a second location. The conveying system may have a frame, a chute connected to the frame, and a third conveying apparatus. The chute may convey the first article received from the first conveying apparatus to a discharge location. The third conveying apparatus, disposed below the chute, may convey the second article received from the second conveying apparatus to the discharge location. The chute may be movable relative to the to the third conveying apparatus, such that the first or second article may be selectively conveyed to the discharge location via the chute or third conveying apparatus, depending on the position of the chute relative to the third conveying apparatus. 140-. (canceled)41. A chute assembly for conveying articles , the chute assembly comprising:a first conveying apparatus including a chute configured to convey at least one first article from a first location to a discharge location disposed adjacent a distal end of the first conveying apparatus;a second conveying apparatus configured to convey at least one second article from a second location to the discharge location, wherein the chute is disposed above the second conveying apparatus and is movable from a first position proximate the second conveying apparatus to a second position spaced at least a predetermined distance above the second conveying apparatus, such that one of the at least one first article or the at least one second article can be selectively conveyed to the discharge location via the first conveying apparatus or the second conveying apparatus, depending on a position of the chute relative to the second conveying apparatus; anda safety mechanism configured to prevent movement of the chute from the second position.42. The chute assembly of claim ...

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Номер записи: 80

04-01-2018 дата публикации

FIRE TUBE IMPLEMENT, SYSTEM, AND METHOD

Номер: US20180002150A1

Автор: Madron Phil

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Some illustrative embodiments of a fire tube implement for extraction and insertion of a fire tube may include an elongate shaft that is configured to extend outward and to be received within an opening in the fire tube. In some embodiments, the elongate shaft may carry at least one extender that is moveable between an extended position and a retracted position normal to a longitudinal axis of the elongate shaft. The at least one extender may be configured to engage an internal surface of the fire tube within the opening when the at least one extender is in the extended position. In some embodiments, a stabilizer may be laterally disposed from an exterior surface of the elongate shaft and securable to the fire tube. The elongate shaft may be operable by a powered machine. 1. An implement for extraction and insertion of a fire tube associated with a heater treater , comprising:an elongate shaft comprising an exterior surface and a longitudinal axis;an extender carried by the elongate shaft, the extender moveable between an extended position and a retracted position normal to the longitudinal axis of the elongate shaft, a portion of the extender outwardly disposed from the exterior surface of the elongate shaft when the extender moves toward the extended position; andan actuator configured to move the extender between the retracted position and the extended position, and to cause the extender to engage the fire tube when in the extended position.2. The implement according to claim 1 , wherein the elongate shaft further includes a mounting end and an insertion end opposing the mounting end claim 1 , the insertion end configured to be received within an opening of the fire tube.3. The implement according to claim 2 , further comprising a stabilizer positioned proximate the mounting end of the elongate shaft and laterally disposed from the exterior surface of the elongate shaft.4. The implement according to claim 3 , wherein the stabilizer includes a tethering device.5. ...

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Номер записи: 81

03-01-2019 дата публикации

Flight and Product Indexing Assemblies for Packaging

Номер: US20190002208A1

Автор: Allard Steven Joseph, Johnson Michael James, Nelson David John

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Flight and indexing assemblies for automated packaging systems provide better product spacing for faster and more reliable automation. In an example, a plurality of flights may include a plate- or sheet-like body with a perpendicular flange extending from an upper portion of the flight. Two adjacent flanges contain a pouch or other product to be packaged in a case. A flange constrains an upper portion of each pouch to a confined and predetermined area, thereby aiding grippers of an end-of-arm tool to grasp the pouches. A flight and product indexing assembly is configured to control spacing between adjacent flights, and to position pouches constrained between adjacent flights, so that flights position product at predetermined locations for gripping by the end-of-arm tool. 1. An assembly , comprising:at least three flights, wherein at least two of the at least three flights comprise a plate and a flange, and wherein the flange is perpendicular to the plate; anda flight and product indexer, configured to control spacing between adjacent flights from among the at least three flights, and configured to control a location of a product element carried between two adjacent flights.2. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the flight and product indexer is movable between positions claim 1 , comprising:a retracted position wherein the flight and product indexer is not in contact with the at least three flights; andan extended position wherein the product indexer is in contact with the at least three flights.3. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the flight and product indexer defines:a plurality of slots at intervals, wherein each slot is configured to engage a flight; anda plurality of notches at intervals, wherein each notch is configured to engage a pouch.4. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the flight and product indexer defines:a plurality of slots to secure a corresponding plurality of flights in prescribed locations; anda plurality of notches to secure a corresponding ...

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Номер записи: 82

03-01-2019 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR THE MOVEMENT OF CONTAINERS

Номер: US20190002211A1

Автор: STOCCHI Gabriele

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An apparatus for the movement of bottles in bottling plants includes a frame and a star-shaped structure adapted to rotate on a vertical axis through first moving unit and including at least a side edge, the side edge being adapted to abut on a bottle so as to move it, wherein a scoop is pivoted and placed adjacent on the at least a portion of end of the side edge and adapted to abut on the bottle, so that the side face and the side edge create a continuous supporting profile for the first bottle, the scoop being coupled to a moving mechanism adapted to make the scoop rotate, so as to vary the angle between the side face and the side edge; wherein the moving mechanism includes a cam guide fixed to the frame, a first and second levers coupled to the scoop. 2103416143234. Apparatus () according to claim 1 , wherein the guide () has claim 1 , in a first portion claim 1 , a regular claim 1 , circular development coinciding with the center of rotation of the rotating structure and claim 1 , in a second portion claim 1 , a curvilinear development so as to make the position of the scoop () vary relative to the respective portion of end () according to the position of the roller () on the guide ().31034161434. Apparatus () according to claim 2 , wherein the guide () is rotatable relative to the frame through second moving means claim 2 , so as to adjust the different positions of the scoop () relative to the respective portion of end () according to the position of the guide () with respect to the frame.41012. Apparatus () according to claim 1 , wherein the position of the star-shaped structure () relative to the frame is adjustable through second moving means claim 1 , so as to set up the apparatus according to the diameter of the bottles to be moved.51015141614. Apparatus () according to claim 1 , wherein the side edge () of the portion of end () and the side face of the scoop () fixed to the portion of end () show together claim 1 , substantially claim 1 , a V-shape self ...

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Номер записи: 83

03-01-2019 дата публикации

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR CUTTING GLASS TUBES

Номер: US20190002333A1

Автор: Volkl Franz

Принадлежит: SCHOTT AG

The present disclosure relates to a method and device for cutting glass tubes with a length L from a glass tubing that moves at a feed rate v. The glass tubing is investigated for defects with an analytical device. The analytical device determines whether a glass tube to be separated is either defect-free (case 1) or contains defects (case 2). In case 1, a defect-free glass tube of the length L is separated from the glass tubing. In case 2, the device and method of the present disclosure determines a distance Lin the lengthwise direction between the defect and a free end of the glass tube to be separated. The distance Lis determined from the portion of the defect at the greatest distance from the free end of the tube. The device and method of the present disclosure then separates a piece of a glass tube or a glass tube that contains defects from the glass tubing at a distance Lfrom the free end of the glass tube, as a function of L. 1. A method for cutting glass tubes having a length L from a glass tubing that moves at a feed rate v , comprising the steps of:investigating the glass tubing with an analytical device;determining whether a glass tube of length L to be separated from the glass tubing is either defect-free (case 1) or contains defects (case 2);in case 1, separating the glass tube of the length L from the glass tubing; and [{'sub': A', 'A, 'a) determining a distance Lin the lengthwise direction between the defect and a free end of the glass tube to be separated, wherein the distance Lis determined from the portion of the defect at the greatest distance from the free end of the tube; and'}, {'sub': S', 'A, 'b) separating a piece of a glass tube or a glass tube that contains defects from the glass tubing at a distance Lfrom the free end of the glass tube as a function of L.'}], 'in case 2,'}2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising the steps of:{'sub': 1', 'n+1, 'subdividing the glass tubing, starting from the free end of the glass tube to be separated, ...

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Номер записи: 84

04-01-2018 дата публикации

BALL LAUNCHER

Номер: US20180002999A1

Автор: Johnson Darren

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A ball launcher for launching a plurality of balls into a well, including an endless conveyor belt, the conveyor belt forming a plurality of ball retainers, each operable to contain one of the plurality of balls, a drive motor for selectively driving the conveyor belt, and a brake for braking the conveyor belt. 1. A ball launcher apparatus for delivering a plurality of balls into a well comprising:an elongate housing;a endless conveyor belt within the housing, the conveyor belt forming a plurality of ball retainers, each operable to contain one of the plurality of balls, the housing having at least one opening for loading the plurality of balls into the housing and into the plurality of ball retainers of the conveyor belt;a drive motor at one end of the housing, the drive motor selectively driving the conveyor belt;a brake operatively coupled to the conveyor belt for braking the conveyor belt; anda ball drop opening through the elongate housing from at least one of the plurality of ball retainers, the ball drop opening configured to operatively couple to a wellhead assembly.2. The ball launcher of claim 1 , wherein the ball retainers comprise segments or compartments formed in buckets.3. The ball launcher of claim 1 , wherein the ball retainers comprise segments or compartments formed between paddles or dividers.4. The ball launcher of claim 1 , the brake comprising a brake sprocket claim 1 , having a plurality of sprocket stops and a corresponding brake stop claim 1 , the sprocket stops connected with the conveyor belt and the brake stop connected with the housing claim 1 , wherein the sprocket stops are aligned with the ball retainers of the conveyer belt.5. The ball launcher of claim 1 , the drive motor selected from the group of hydraulic motor claim 1 , pneumatic motor claim 1 , and electric motor.6. The ball launcher of claim 1 , the brake selected from the group of hydraulic brake claim 1 , pneumatic brake claim 1 , and electric brake.7. The ball launcher of ...

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Номер записи: 85

13-01-2022 дата публикации

Article Loading Facility

Номер: US20220009108A1

Автор: Gondoh Takuya, Iwai Masami, Minoo Atsushi, Morikubo Mitsuo, Sugano Shigeru, TAI Yoshikazu

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A control unit executes first loading control is determined that a loaded article is not present above a loading surface region based on captured image information and second loading control if it is determined that it is uncertain whether the loaded article is not present above the loading surface region based on the captured image information. The first loading control causing a holding unit to release a target article when the target article is directly above the loading surface region and the lower surface of the target article is higher than the upper surface of the loading surface region by a first specified distance, and the second loading control causing the holding unit to release the target article when the target article is directly above the loading surface region and the lower surface of the target article is higher, by a second specified distance, than a specified height. 1. An article loading facility comprising:a loading operation unit configured to place a plurality of articles on a support; anda control unit configured to control the loading operation unit,the loading operation unit including a holding unit configured to hold upper portions of the articles, andwhereinthe control unit controls the loading operation unit so as to place the articles on the support in accordance with arrangement information that indicates an orientation and a position on the support for each of the articles,the article loading facility further comprises an image capturing device that is disposed above the support and is configured to capture an image of the support and a loaded article, the loaded article being an article that has been placed on the support,the control unit executes setting control for setting a loading surface region on which a target article among the articles is to be placed on an upper surface of the support or an upper surface of the loaded article, a first loading control that is executed if it was determined that the loaded article is not ...

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Номер записи: 86

13-01-2022 дата публикации

Assembly Material Logistics System and Methods

Номер: US20220009712A1

Автор: Frazer William, Kilibarda Velibor, Puccioni Alessandro, Tappo Freddie

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An assembly material logistics system and methods includes a marketplace component storage area and an assembly area each including an aligned rack aisle for the selected positioning of predetermined full containers and empty containers depleted of components. A plurality of transfer vehicles movable along a material aisle positioned directly adjacent to the rack aisle reciprocally move between the component storage and assembly areas to retrieve and deposit full and empty component storage containers to support assembly of at least one product in the assembly area. In one example, the component storage area includes a large component storage area, small component storage area and a consumable materials storage area. In an alternate example, the transfer vehicles include a first support and a second support to simultaneously support and transfer both a full component container and an empty component container leading to greater efficiency of material logistics. 1. An assembly material logistics system comprising:a marketplace component storage area operable to temporarily store a plurality of component containers each supporting at least one component, the storage area having a rack aisle extending in a x-direction; at least one assembly line operable to assemble at least one product including the at least one component; and', 'a rack aisle extending in the x-direction positioned in alignment with the storage area rack aisle;, 'an assembly area positioned downstream of the storage area comprisinga material aisle positioned directly adjacent to and parallel with the aligned storage area rack aisle and the assembly area rack aisle; anda plurality of transfer vehicles selectively and reciprocally movable along the material aisle between the storage area and the assembly area, the plurality of transfer vehicles each independently operable to selectively engage at least one of a full or an empty component container in the storage area rack aisle or the assembly area rack ...

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Номер записи: 87

13-01-2022 дата публикации

SELF-GUIDING AND CARGO-SENSITIVE COMPONENT PLATFORM AND SYSTEM FOR TRANSFERRING COMPONENTS

Номер: US20220009720A1

Автор: Chen Chih-Yuan, JHANG JHE-WEI, LEE SHUN-LONG

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A smart moving platform for transport of components in manufacturing includes a vehicle body, a transmission device, a conveying system, a detection device, a tag installation device, a control unit, and a tag reader. The conveying system conveys components. The detection device detects a location of the component and in a first predetermined area, the tag installation device installs and activates a tag on the component. The control unit writes component information to the activated tag and sets a predetermined period. The tag starts to count time elapsing, and the conveyor belt conveys the component to a second predetermined area. The tag reader reads the component information, the elapsed time, and a predetermined period of the tag. When the elapsed time matches the predetermined period, the conveying system sends the component to a third predetermined area. 1. An automated guided vehicle for an assembly line , comprising:a vehicle body having a feed inlet;a transmission device;a conveying system installed on the vehicle body, and having a conveyor belt for receiving and conveying a component from the feed inlet through a first predetermined area, a second predetermined area to a third predetermined area;a first detection device detecting a location of the component, and generating a first control signal when the component is located in the first predetermined area;a tag installation device installing a tag on the component and activating the tag according to the first control signal;a control unit controlling the transmission device according to a movement instruction to move the vehicle body, writing component information and information of a predetermined period to the activated tag, wherein the tag starts to count an elapsed time in response to the writing of the information of the predetermined period, and the conveyor belt conveys the component to the second predetermined area; anda tag reader reading the component information, the elapsed time, and the ...

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Номер записи: 88

13-01-2022 дата публикации

Conveyor Arrangement with Integrated Sensor Function Unit

Номер: US20220009722A1

Автор: Andreas Hampe, Herbert Henze, Karsten Chabrié

Принадлежит: INTERROLL HOLDING AG

The invention relates to a conveyor arrangement (1) for conveying a conveyed material, comprising a motor-driven conveyor roller (100), comprising a roller body (10) mounted so as to be able to rotate about a roller axis (A), a drive unit (20) arranged inside the roller body (10), coupled mechanically to the roller body (10) and an axle element (16) and designed to generate a torque between the axle element (16) and the roller body (10), a sensor function unit (40) arranged inside the roller body (10) and designed to sense a conveyed material to be conveyed by the motor-driven conveyor roller (100), and a control unit (30) that is connected to the sensor function unit (40) in order to transmit signals, wherein the control unit (30) is designed to receive a sensor signal from the sensor function unit and to transmit a control signal to the drive unit (20) depending on the sensor signal, wherein the control signal contains data for driving the motor-driven conveyor roller, in a conveyor mode, with a characteristic profile that is predefined by the control signal.

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Номер записи: 89

13-01-2022 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR GROUPING CONTAINERS

Номер: US20220009723A1

Автор: Schuesslburner Helmut

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The present invention provides a device for grouping containers, comprising a plurality of transfer pallets for conveying containers upright on a pallet surface and a first transfer device comprising a first transfer platform and an infeed manipulator, wherein the pallet surface of each transfer pallet has a plurality of ridge-like elevations forming a support surface for the containers, and wherein the first transfer platform has a comb-shaped outlet area configured for allowing the ridge-like elevations of the pallet surface to pass through the intermediate spaces of the comb-shaped outlet area for taking over the at least one container. 1. A device for grouping containers , comprising:a plurality of transfer pallets each configured for conveying at least one container upright on a pallet surface of the transfer pallets; anda first transfer device comprising a first transfer platform and an infeed manipulator configured to transfer containers from a feed conveyor onto the first transfer platform;wherein the pallet surface of each transfer pallet has a plurality of ridge-like elevations forming a support surface for the at least one container; andthe first transfer platform has a comb-shaped outlet area configured for allowing the ridge-like elevations of the pallet surface to pass through intermediate spaces of the comb-shaped outlet area for taking over the at least one container.2. The device according to claim 1 , further comprising a transfer conveyor claim 1 , configured to move the transfer pallets individually and independently of one another along a closed conveying path claim 1 ,wherein the first transfer device is arranged on the closed conveying path such that and the transfer conveyor and the plurality of transfer pallets are configured such that the ridge-like elevations of the pallet surface of the transfer pallets pass through the intermediate spaces of the comb-shaped outlet area, when the transfer pallets pass the first transfer platform.3. The ...

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Номер записи: 90

13-01-2022 дата публикации

TIE PLATE ORIENTATION DEVICE

Номер: US20220010499A1

Автор: Coots Coty T.

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Present embodiments relate to a tie plate orientation device. More specifically, but without limitation present embodiments relate to a tie plate orientation device that orients tie plates in a desired orientation for subsequent feeding, including an optional handheld magnetic device for manual assisted manipulation of the tie plates. 1. A tie plate orientation device , comprising:a conveyor which receives tie plates sequentially;a transverse conveyor spaced from said conveyor, said conveyor directing said tie plates toward said transverse conveyor;a space disposed between an end of said conveyor and said transverse conveyor;wherein each of said tie plates: falls through said space if in a first orientation, or engages said transverse conveyor if in a second orientation so that said each of said tie plates rotates to said first orientation.2. The tie plate orientation device of claim 1 , said conveyor operating in a first direction toward said transverse conveyor.3. The tie plate orientation device of claim 2 , said transverse conveyor having a surface that is perpendicular to said conveyor.4. The tie plate orientation device of claim 3 , said transverse conveyor moving in a direction perpendicular to the first direction.5. The tie plate orientation device of claim 1 , said space having a dimension that is less than a long dimension of said each of said tie plates.6. The tie plate orientation device of claim 5 , said dimension being at least about one-half a short dimension of said each of said tie plates.7. The tie plate orientation device of claim 6 , wherein said each of said tie plates will fall into said space when in said first orientation.8. The tie plate orientation device of claim 1 , said conveyor operating one of continuously or intermittently.9. The tie plate orientation device of claim 1 , said transverse conveyor operating one of continuously or intermittently.10. The tie plate orientation device of claim 1 , further comprising an additional conveyor ...

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Номер записи: 91

13-01-2022 дата публикации

MATERIAL TRACKING FOR MILLING MACHINES

Номер: US20220010507A1

Автор: Hirman Colton J.

Принадлежит: Caterpillar Paving Products Inc.

A milling machine includes a cutting rotor, a foldable conveyor, a sensor, and a controller. The cutting rotor is configured to mill material beneath the milling machine. The foldable conveyor is configured to receive and dispose the milled material and includes a first section and a second section foldable with respect to the first section at a fold structure. The sensor is positioned on the milling machine and configured to sense a value indicative of a force acting on the second section. The controller is configured to determine an amount of the milled material within the second section of the foldable conveyor using the value indicative of the force. 1. A method for tracking an amount of milled material for a milling machine , the method comprising:milling paving material using a cutting rotor of the milling machine;providing the milled material to a foldable conveyor of the milling machine, the foldable conveyor comprising a first section and a second section foldable with respect to the first section at a fold structure;sensing, via a sensor positioned on the milling machine, a value indicative of a force acting on the second section of the foldable conveyor; anddetermining, via a controller, the amount of the milled material using the value indicative of the force acting on the second section.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the fold structure comprises a hydraulic cylinder claim 1 , and wherein the sensor is positioned within the hydraulic cylinder.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein sensing claim 2 , via the sensor claim 2 , comprises sensing a pressure in the hydraulic cylinder using a pressure sensor.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the fold structure comprises one or more links connected between the first section and the second section to facilitate folding of the foldable conveyor claim 1 , and wherein sensing via the sensor comprises sensing a force on the one or more links.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the sensor comprises one or more strain ...

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Номер записи: 92

07-01-2021 дата публикации

TRANSPORT CONTROL APPARATUS AND TRANSPORT CONTROL SYSTEM INCLUDING THE SAME

Номер: US20210003988A1

Автор: Yu Su Jong

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There is provided a transport control system assigning multiple jobs to an overhead hoist transport (OHT) based on the availability of linkage transporting and the likelihood of transport congestion. The transport control system includes: a plurality of transports, each of the plurality of transports transporting a carrier with a wafer loaded thereon; and a transport control apparatus controlling the plurality of transports and determining one of the plurality of transports as a target transport to which multiple jobs are to be assigned. The transport control apparatus determines one of the plurality of transports as the target transport based on a first element, which is the availability of linkage transporting, and a second element, which is the likelihood of transport congestion. 1. A transport control system comprising:a plurality of transports, each of the plurality of transports transporting a carrier with a wafer loaded thereon; anda transport control apparatus controlling the plurality of transports and determining one of the plurality of transports as a target transport to which multiple jobs are to be assigned,wherein the transport control apparatus determines one of the plurality of transports as the target transport based on at least one of a first element, which is the availability of linkage transporting, and a second element, which is the likelihood of transport congestion.2. The transport control system of claim 1 , wherein if the transport control apparatus determines one of the plurality of transports as the target transport based on the first element claim 1 , the transport control apparatus determines one of the plurality of transports as the target transport based on whether the multiple jobs are aligned in series on a single path.3. The transport control system of claim 2 , wherein if the transport control apparatus determines one of the plurality of transports as the target transport based on the first element and the second element claim 2 , ...

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Номер записи: 93

02-01-2020 дата публикации

Systems and methods for transporting containers with a vehicle

Номер: US20200004252A1

Автор: Elias ALJALLIS, Ronald S. Kyslinger, Vikranth GOPALAKRISHNAN

Принадлежит: Walmart Apollo LLC

Among other things, a vehicle for transporting containers is disclosed. The vehicle can include a base, a rack, and at least one container. The base can include a platform, wheels, and a motor for driving one or more of the wheels. The rack can be mounted to the platform. The rack can include at least one rail. The at least one rail can include a channel defined therein and an end coupling for linking the at least one rail with an external rail. The at least one container can be configured to connect with the at least one rail and include a connection assembly. At least a portion of the connection assembly can be moveably disposed in the channel.

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Номер записи: 94

04-01-2018 дата публикации

A METHOD OF IDENTIFICATION OF A TAG ON A MOVING ITEM

Номер: US20180004992A1

Автор: JACOBSEN KLAUS HOLST

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A method and system for identification of an item is provided, wherein the system includes a conveyor belt, a positioning device and a reader operable to receive at least one reading at at least one first antenna from at least one tag attached to the item, the first antenna being adapted to be arranged at a read point along the conveyor belt, wherein the positioning device is configured to retrieve a first position of the item at a first time instant before the first antenna and a second position of the item at a second time instant after the first antenna, the first and second time instants defining a time window, wherein the reader is configured to extract from each reading retrieved by the first antenna a measurement () of the phase of the signal transmitted by the tag () and perform a data processing of the phase measurements whereby the identification of the item () is accomplished. 110- (canceled)12. The method according to claim 11 , wherein the method further comprises constructing the phase curve by detecting period roll overs of the phase measurements and adding period fragments.13. The method according to claim 11 , wherein the method further comprises comparing the speed related to consecutive constructed phase measurements to the speed of the conveyor belt and accordingly filtering out constructed phase measurements not matching the movement pattern of the item.14. The system according to claim 11 , wherein the method further comprises verifying the global maximum by defining an interval along the constructed phase curve around the global maximum claim 11 , calculating a decline before and after the global maximum claim 11 , and comparing the calculated declines to a threshold.15. The method according to claim 11 , wherein the reader further comprises at least one second antenna placed underneath an upper surface of the conveyor belt at the read point claim 11 , wherein the method further comprises associating the tag to the item if at least one reading ...

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Номер записи: 95

07-01-2021 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MANAGING DENSE STAGING OF PICKUP ORDERS

Номер: US20210004760A1

Автор: Abohammdan Tawfeek, Clark Stuart W., Durkee Paul E., Shaffer Jason D.

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Systems, apparatuses, and methods are provided herein for managing pickup order staging. A method comprises triggering a pick task for the pickup order via the task management device, wherein the pick task comprises staging filled totes in a section of a staging area assigned to the due time of the pickup order and densely stacking totes assigned to different orders together to a set height and triggering a breakdown task at the breakdown start time via the task management device, wherein the breakdown task comprises separating totes in the staging area assigned to the due time of the pickup order onto multiple movable platforms based on the order serial numbers on each tote. 1. A system for managing pickup order staging , the system comprises:an order database storing a plurality of pickup orders;an electronic identifier reader;a task management device;a label printer; and determine the number of totes to be used for a pickup order based on items in the pickup order;', 'generate, via the label printer, labels for each tote assigned to the pickup order, each label comprising a tote identifier, an order serial number, and a due time;', 'trigger a pick task for the pickup order via the task management device, wherein the pick task comprises staging filled totes in a section of a staging area assigned to the due time of the pickup order and densely stacking totes assigned to different orders together to a set height;', 'detect for the completion of the pick task based on tote identifiers and product identifiers scanned by the electronic identifier reader;', 'determine a breakdown start time for the pickup order;', 'trigger a breakdown task at the breakdown start time via the task management device, wherein the breakdown task comprises separating totes in the staging area assigned to the due time of the pickup order onto multiple movable platforms based on the order serial numbers on each tote;', 'detect for the completion of the breakdown task based on tote identifiers ...

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Номер записи: 96

20-01-2022 дата публикации

Module of modular conveyor belt with roller transport surface and modular conveyor belt formed by a plurality of such modules

Номер: US20220017307A1

Автор: Carlo Garbagnati, Norberto Cattaneo

Принадлежит: Regina Catene Calibrate SpA

A modular conveyor belt module includes a base body extending along a first direction transverse with respect to the transport direction, between two opposite lateral faces. The module includes upper and lower surfaces; two opposed longitudinal edges; hinge elements projecting respectively from the two edges along a second direction. Each of the first and second hinge elements is crossed by a first and second hole, respectively, the axes of the holes being parallel to the first direction. The holes are each coaxial to each other. The first hinge elements interpose the second hinge elements of another module with the respective holes coaxially aligned. The hinge elements are interposed to each other leaving free spaces to receive a roller. Each roller projects with a portion from the upper surface, the plane parallel with respect to the two directions and tangent to the portion of the rollers projecting from the upper surface.

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Номер записи: 97

20-01-2022 дата публикации

Bin unloader

Номер: US20220017311A1

Автор: Bryant G. Ragan, Matthew L. Fourney

Принадлежит: Laitram LLC

An article-unloading apparatus comprising a bin assembly including a bag inside a bin. The bin assembly is raised and lowered by a lift and tilted, when raised, to dump articles onto a decline conveyor, such as a ramp. A winch attached to the bag moves the bottom of the bag through the bin to help push articles from the tilted bin assembly. A camera takes a video image of the articles entering the ramp to detect clumps. Stops on the ramp are selectively actuated to block the bottom-most articles in a clump to help separate articles.

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Номер записи: 98

20-01-2022 дата публикации

VIBRATION FEEDER DEVICE AND METHOD FOR VIBRATION FEEDING OF BULK MATERIAL

Номер: US20220017312A1

Автор: BÖHM Roland

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The present disclosure relates to a method for vibration feeding of bulk material and a vibration feeder device provided for such purposes, comprising a material feed, a charging hopper including a hopper discharge, a feeder tray, a height adjustment means for adjusting a level height between the hopper discharge and the feeder tray, and a vibration driver for driving the feeder tray at an oscillation amplitude and an oscillation frequency, where a target material throughput and material specific parameters of the bulk material are input, initial parameters for the level height, oscillation amplitude and oscillation frequency are determined from these inputs, and subsequently the level height is adjusted by controlling the height adjustment means. 1. A method for vibration feeding of bulk material , the method comprising the steps:{'b': '1', 'providing a vibration feeder device including a material feed, a charging hopper with a hopper discharge, a feeder tray, a height adjustment means for adjusting a level height between the hopper discharge and the feeder tray, and a vibration driver for driving the feeder tray at an oscillation amplitude and an oscillation frequency (step ST),'}{'b': '2', 'receiving or inputting a target material throughput and material specific parameters of the bulk material (step ST),'}{'b': '3', 'determining initial parameters as operating parameters, the operating parameters including a level height, oscillation amplitude and oscillation frequency (step ST),'}{'b': '4', 'setting the level height by controlling the height adjustment means (step ST),'}{'b': '5', 'operating the vibration feeder device (step ST) by filling the charging hopper in filling phases and controlling the vibration driver at the oscillation amplitude and oscillation frequency, discharging the bulk material at the material discharge of the feeder tray,'}{'b': '6', 'weight measuring a total mass as a function of time and determining a current material throughput (step ST ...

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Номер записи: 99

20-01-2022 дата публикации

Laboratory sample distribution system and method for operating the same

Номер: US20220018868A1

Автор: Michele Andruszkiewicz, Pankaj Tanotra

Принадлежит: Roche Diagnostics Operations Inc

A laboratory sample distribution system comprising a plurality of sample container carriers, each adapted to carry one or more sample containers, each carrier comprising at least one magnetically active device and at least one electrically conductive member, a transport plane adapted to support the carriers, a plurality of electro-magnetic actuators stationary arranged below the transport plane, the actuators being adapted to move the carriers on top of the transport plane by applying a magnetic force to the carriers, a plurality of inductive sensors distributed over the transport plane, a control unit configured to control the movement of the carriers using an output signal provided by the inductive sensors by driving the actuators such that the carriers move along corresponding transport paths, and an evaluation unit configured to linearize the output signal from an inductive sensor by means of a linearization algorithm.

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Номер записи: 100