ФАРМАЦЕВТИЧЕСКОЕ УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ УПАКОВКИ, СПОСОБ ОПРЕДЕЛЕНИЯ ОСТАТОЧНОГО КОЛИЧЕСТВА ФАРМАЦЕВТИЧЕСКОЙ УПАКОВОЧНОЙ БУМАГИ И РУЛОН ФАРМАЦЕВТИЧЕСКОЙ УПАКОВОЧНОЙ БУМАГИ

Группа изобретений относится к области упаковки лекарственных препаратов. Устройство для упаковки лекарственного препарата содержит секцию поддержки рулона, содержащую поворотную часть вала, к которому прикреплена трубка сердечника рулона листового материала для упаковки лекарственного препарата; секцию вывода информации о величине поворота поворотной части вала; секцию считывания информации для записи информации на носитель хранения и считывания записанной информации с носителя хранения; секцию выработки информации для выработки информации, способной к записи на носитель хранения, а также секцию оценки количества остаточного листового материала для оценки текущего количества остаточного листового материала. При этом информация содержит информацию о величине поворота в начальный момент времени; одну или множество порций информации о величине поворота в определенные текущие моменты времени; и информацию о количестве использованного листового материала от начального момента времени до момента ...

Vorrichtung zum automatischen Abwickeln von bahnförmigen Materialien und Verfahren zum Betreiben einer derartigen Vorrichtung

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Vorrichtung zum automatischen Abwickeln von bahnförmigen Materialien (8) von einer Mutterrolle (3) sowie ein Verfahren zum Betreiben einer derartigen Vorrichtung. Die Vorrichtung weist einen Eingabearm (2) und eine ersten Antriebseinheit (6) auf, wobei die Mutterrolle (3) am Eingabearm (2) mit ihrem Wickelkern (4) drehbar lagerbar ist und die erste Antriebseinheit (6) zum Einbringen einer Antriebskraft in die Mutterrolle (3) dient. Um eine hohe Produktivität zu erreichen, weist der Abwickler (1) einen Entnahmearm (13) auf, dem eine zweite Antriebseinheit (14) zum Einbringen einer Antriebskraft in die Mutterrolle (3) zugeordnet ist, wobei die Mutterrolle (3) während eines Abwickelvorgangs vom Eingabearm (2) an den Entnahmearm (13) übergebbar ist. Die Warenbahn (8) wird dann von der auf dem Eingabearm (2) gelagerten Mutterrolle (3) bis auf einen vorgebbaren Mindestdurchmesser abgewickelt, wobei die Mutterrolle (3) anschließend bei laufenden Abwickelvorgang an den ...

Vorrichtung zur Halterung und Zuführung von Abdeckbändern

Rollenabspulvorrichtung einer Rollen-Rotationsdruckmaschine

Rollenabspulvorrichtung (100) einer Rollen-Rotationsdruckmaschine (01), wobei die Rollenabspulvorrichtung (100) zumindest einen gemeinsamen Träger (108) oder Tragrahmen (108) aufweist, der zwei Tragarme (107) aufweist und/oder an dem zwei Tragarme (107) angeordnet sind und der um eine Schwenkachse (109) relativ zu einem ortsfesten Gestell (112) der Rollenabspulvorrichtung (100) schwenkbar angeordnet ist und wobei ein erstes Ende zumindest einer Leitung starr mit einem Bauteil verbunden ist, das ortsfest relativ zu dem ortsfesten Gestell (112) der Rollenabspulvorrichtung (100) angeordnet ist und ein zweites Ende der zumindest einen Leitung starr mit einem Bauteil verbunden ist, das ortsfest relativ zu dem zumindest einen gemeinsamen Träger (108) oder Tragrahmen (108) angeordnet ist und wobei die Rollenabspulvorrichtung (100) zumindest eine Rollenhaltevorrichtung (103) und zumindest einen Antriebsmotor (104) aufweist, der mit der zumindest einen Rollenhaltevorrichtung (103) in Drehmoment ...

Strip ring opening and unwinding machine - has guide roller and chisel on common lever on horizontal axis

The machine opens and unwinds rings of strip material and feeds the leading edge between driving and straightening roller sets, with a guide roller adjustable for height to avoid coil breakage, and an opening chisel. The roller (16) and the chisel (21) are mounted on a common level (12), rocked by an actuator (14, 15) about a horizontal axis (13). The chisel is movable in the lever towards the ring of strip (1). Near a recess towards the ring is a separate tilting lower insertion guide (10) in a horizontal bearing.

Rollenträger

A device for dispensing a material

A packaging film dispensing device 1 has means for controlling the rate of dispensing of the film. In the embodiment disclosed this is achieved by providing a spring loop 4 on the end of a support member 3 on which the roll 6 of film 5 is placed, the outside diameter of the spring loop 4 being greater than the internal diameter of the roll 6, the resilient spring thus acting as a brake. ...

Portable paper roll dispenser

A portable paper roll dispenser 10 is of steel and is formed and shaped to fit to a table or other suitable structure. The unit 10 is held in position by means of thumb screws 20. The unit carries the dispensing roll e.g. of wallpaper, on removable spindle 12. ...

DISPENSER FOR WEB-LIKE MATERIAL

ROLLENHALTERUNG

DEVICE FOR UNREELING AND/OR LAYING ON TAPE

PAPER CRADLE MECHANISM AND THIS CONTAINING PRINTER

Slit sheet tensioning device

An expansion device includes an unexpanded slit sheet roil that is wound on a paper core that is longer than the width of the silt sheet paper roil, The paper core is placed onto a rod member. An adjustable downward pressure is exerted on the paper core and the paper core exerts pressure on the rod member. As the paper is pulled, the downward pressure creates the friction required to enable the unexpanded slit sheet to be unwind and fed while simultaneously expanding.

Pharmaceutical packaging apparatus, method of determining remaining quantity of pharmaceutical packaging paper, and pharmaceutical packaging paper roll

Provided are a pharmaceutical packaging apparatus, a method of determining the remaining quantity of pharmaceutical packaging paper, and a pharmaceutical packaging paper roll, whereby it is possible to accurately determine the remaining quantity of residual pharmaceutical packaging paper. The apparatus is provided with: a roll support part (2) on which is mounted a core tube (201) of a pharmaceutical packaging paper roll (200); a sensor (24) furnished to the roll support part (2), for detecting a count value according to the amount of rotation; a wireless reader/writer (26) having an antenna (25) on the roll support part (2), and using this antenna (25) to write information to a core tube IC tag (202) furnished to the core tube (201), and to read information written thereto; an information generating unit (57a) for generating information to be written to the core tube IC tag (202); a remaining paper quantity estimating unit (57) for estimating the current remaining paper quantity, on the ...

Tape cassette and automatic attaching apparatus for heat-fusible tape pieces

Device for unwinding or applying adhesive tape

FILM DISPENSER FOR A WRAPPING APPARATUS AND RELATED METHODS

There is provided a film dispenser including a pre-stretch assembly, a dancer bar and a dancer bar control assembly. In response to a variation of a film feed requirement, the dancer bar is movable over a displacement range between a first position and at least one second position. The dancer bar is in the first position when a tension in the material web is below a threshold and in the at least one second position when the tension in the material web is equal to or above the threshold. The dancer bar control assembly is connected to the pre-stretch assembly and the dancer bar and is configured to bias the dancer bar with a constant force over the displacement range, monitor a displacement of the dancer bar and generate a speed command based thereon, and send the speed command to a motor to adjust the film delivery speed.

A REELING SHAFT OF A FIBRE-WEB MACHINE REELER

A reeling shaft (10) of a fibre- web machine reeler, which reeling shaft (10) comprises at least one smooth surface area (15), which smooth surface area (15) comprises at least the surface area of the reeling shaft (10) to which an adhesive material used in connection with a turn-up process in the reel-up for fastening the end of the web for starting the reeling of a new web roll is arranged to adhere, and that the smooth surface area (15) is smooth so that the adhesion of the adhesive material used in the turn-up is adequate for starting the reeling of a new web roll and that the adhesive material is easily removable after unreeling.

UNWINDING DEVICE FOR PRINTING PRESSES

TRANSPORTABLE FILM DISPENSER DEVICE

The invention relates to a transportable dispenser device for printable film. Said dispenser device comprises a housing (14) with an inner space (10) able to accommodate a roll of film (12), suspension means (16) mounted on the housing, and an outlet slit (18), extending longitudinally along the housing, for film (20) that has been pulled off the roll. In order to be able to hang the housing securely on vertical walls of variable thickness and with a free upper edge, the housing (14) has a groove (30), which is undercut and open towards the top rim. Two hoops which form the suspension means fit into this groove in such a way that they can be pivoted and displaced lengthways to a limited degree. The hoops are curved in such a way that, in their final position, they partly encircle the housing (14) in the radial direction. Said hoops also have, on their concave side facing the housing, arranged side by side, several triangular supporting ribs (84) with a triangular cross-section, whereby ...

Behältnis mit einer Schleifbandrolle

Vorratsbehälter für aufgerolltes Schmirgelband

CONTAINER FOR MATERIAL ROLLED UP TO A HOLLOWCYLINDRICAL SELF-SUPPORTING ONE ROLE.

Dispensing device for strip material

The device has a means (44, 45) for positioning a spool which is supported by a pallet (40). An essentially horizontal turntable (50) is rotatable about a vertical axis. Pallet adjusting means (100) are arranged on the turntable (50) to receive the pallet. A driving device rotates the turntable (50). Strip material is thereby unwound directly from the pallet without the need to remove the spool from the pallet. The pallet (40) has spaced supporting beams (41, 42). These are received by the pallet adjusting means (100). ...

Device to the Bandfinishen.

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Vorrichtung zum Bandfinishen mit einem ersten Rollenhalter (1) für eine Bandrolle (2), einem zweiten Rollenhalter (3) für eine Leerhülse (4), einer an eine Oszillationseinrichtung (5) angeschlossenen Druckrolle (6) und einem Antrieb (7) zur Erzeugung eines Bandvorschubes eines von der Bandrolle (2) abgezogenen Bearbeitungsbandes (8). Der Antrieb (7) steht mit dem zweiten Rollenhalter (3) in Wirkverbindung. Das von der Bandrolle (2) abgezogene Bearbeitungsband (8) ist um die Druckrolle (6) geführt und mittels einer Drehbewegung des zweiten Rollenhalters (3) auf die Leerhülse (4) aufwickelbar. Erfindungsgemäss sind die beiden Rollenhalter (1, 3) in einer Kassette (9) angeordnet und durch eine oberseitige Öffnung (10) der Kassette wechselbar. Die Rollenhalter (1, 3) weisen jeweils eine an beiden Enden gelagerte Welle sowie eine mit der Welle (11, 11´) fest verbundene Scheibe (12) zur seitlichen Begrenzung des aufgewickelten Bearbeitungsbandes auf. Die Wellenenden ...

Device for unreeling and/or laying on tape.

DISTRIBUTEUR D'UNE BANDE FORMANT UN ROULEAU CYLINDRIQUE, CREUX ET AUTOPORTANT

Distributeur d'une bande formant un rouleau creux, cylindrique et autoportant. Une ou plusieurs parois de ce distributeur, adjacentes à la circonférence du rouleau, présentent une premiere ouverture par laquelle la bande peut être déroulée de l'extérieur du rouleau et retirée du distributeur. Une paroi de ce dernier, adjacente à une face-extrême du rouleau, présente une seconde ouverture par laquelle la bande peut être déroulée de l'intérieur du rouleau et retirée du distributeur. Domaine d'application : distributeurs de matières en forme de bande.

UNCURLER OF BAND

DISTRIBUTOR Of a BAND FORMING a CYLINDRICAL, HOLLOW AND SELF-SUPPORTING ROLLER

FILM UNWINDING APPARATUS

APPARATUS FOR PREVENTING POSITIONAL CHANGE OF ROLL-TYPE FABRIC

The present invention relates to an apparatus for preventing positional change of a roll-type fabric, which is applied to a roll-type fabric of various sizes, so that the positional change of each roll-type fabric can be prevented by only one device. In addition, uniform pressing force can be stably maintained on both sides of the roll-type fabric, thereby increasingly reducing a possibility of positional change of the roll-type fabric during an unwinding process of the roll-type fabric. In addition, since only the roll-type fabric can be rotated while a support shaft is not rotated in a process of unwinding or rolling the roll-type fabric by applying its own rotation structure, the present invention is able to simplify a process of attaching or detaching the roll-type fabric to the support shaft, thereby improving the work efficiency. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2017 ...

Sheet material dispenser

A sheet material dispenser for dispensing rolls aluminum coilstock. The sheet material dispenser is made from plastic and includes a front door that renders the sheet material dispenser substantially weatherproof. A rain overhang extends over the edge of the door to prevent water from entering the sheet material dispenser. A rear affixing tab allows the sheet material dispenser to be attached to a work table to facilitate working with the coilstock. The interior of the sheet material dispenser includes rollers that ease dispensing of the coilstock.

Tape holder

Implementations of a tape holder are provided. In some implementations, the tape holder may be used to secure a roll of tape to a magnetic surface. In some implementations, the tape holder is comprised of a base member and a spool support.

Device for winding and unwinding a web

The device comprises two stands (1, 2), which are arranged at a distance from each other and in each of which there is rotatably mounted a horizontal clamping head (7) which can be inserted into a winding core (9), and a means (15 - 17) for supporting the roll (8) on the lower side during the winding or unwinding, which can be moved together with the roll (8). In a preferred embodiment, the supporting means comprises an endless band (17) mounted in a free-running manner in a vertically adjustable frame (15). This device allows heavy rolls (8) to be wound or unwound without crinkles or cracks appearing. ...

Rollenträger

Vorrichtung zum Verbinden des Endstückes einer ersten Materialbahn mit dem Anfangsstück einer zweiten Materialbahn

VORRICHTUNG ZUM ZUFUEHREN UND WICKELN EINES BAHNFOERMIGEN MATERIALS

Vorrichtung eines Druckers zum Detektieren des Endes eines Druckmediums

Transportable Spendeeinrichtung für Folien

The invention relates to a transportable dispenser device for printable film. Said dispenser device comprises a housing (14) with an inner space (10) able to accommodate a roll of film (12), suspension means (16) mounted on the housing, and an outlet slit (18), extending longitudinally along the housing, for film (20) that has been pulled off the roll. In order to be able to hang the housing securely on vertical walls of variable thickness and with a free upper edge, the housing (14) has a groove (30), which is undercut and open towards the top rim. Two hoops which form the suspension means fit into this groove in such a way that they can be pivoted and displaced lengthways to a limited degree. The hoops are curved in such a way that, in their final position, they partly encircle the housing (14) in the radial direction. Said hoops also have, on their concave side facing the housing, arranged side by side, several triangular supporting ribs (84) with a triangular cross-section, whereby ...

Marking machine

In the marking machine according to the invention, a single-item processing machine is to be converted with few manipulations into a web processing machine, a web of material then running from roll to roll. The marking machine consists of at least one single-item processing machine 1 with a tool 11. It has two mobile or displaceable carriages 4, 5 or attachment parts which each bear winding rollers or their cores 41, 51 and bear adjustment, attachment or retention devices for fixing on the single-item processing machine or machines or on assemblies arranged upstream or downstream. At least one advancing or positioning assembly 8 is provided for the web of material 6, which assembly is arranged at the outlet of a single-item processing machine 1. ...

Rollenhalterungs- und Transportsystem für Klebebandrollen

Flexibles System zur sachgemäßen Lagerung und zum sachgemäßen Transport von Klebebandrollen oder sonstigen zylindrischen Materialien gleicher oder unterschiedlicher Beschaffenheit und Größe.

Dispenser

Hand-held dispenser for spooled materials

Material dispenser

APPARATUS FOR HANDLING SPOOLS OF STRIP

Strap dispenser

... 914,873. Unwinding. SIGNODE STEEL STRAPPING CO. July 4, 1961 [July 11, 1960], No. 24078/61. Class 83 (4). Apparatus for unwinding strip includes a rotatable support for a coil having a thickness greater than the strip width, the convolutions criss-crossing, and a disc providing a generally cylindrical surface about which a coil, of a thickness equal to the width of the strip may be formed by withdrawal of strip from the first coil, the withdrawal of strip from the centre of the second coil rotating the coil support and the disc upon the attainment of a predetermined number of convolutions of the second coil, an intermediate ring interposed between the coil support and the disc and about which the strip moves in being transferred from the first coil to the second coil raising the convolutions of strip to lift out cross-over convolutions before they become tangled. Strip from the inside of a coil 17 on a support 12 journalled on a fixed post 20 passes over a ring 54, coaxial with the post ...

PROCEDURE AND DEVICE REGARDING COATING AN ARTICLE

PRINTING CARTRIDGE

PRINTER, TENDER UNIT FOR SO A PRINTER AND A GEHÄUSETEIL IN SO A TENDER UNIT

AUFROLLWELLE EINES ROLLAPPARATES EINER FASERBAHNMASCHINE

A reeling shaft (10) of a fibre- web machine reeler, which reeling shaft (10) comprises at least one smooth surface area (15), which smooth surface area (15) comprises at least the surface area of the reeling shaft (10) to which an adhesive material used in connection with a turn-up process in the reel-up for fastening the end of the web for starting the reeling of a new web roll is arranged to adhere, and that the smooth surface area (15) is smooth so that the adhesion of the adhesive material used in the turn-up is adequate for starting the reeling of a new web roll and that the adhesive material is easily removable after unreeling.

AUFROLLWELLE EINES ROLLAPPARATES EINER FASERBAHNMASCHINE

A reeling shaft (10) of a fibre- web machine reeler, which reeling shaft (10) comprises at least one smooth surface area (15), which smooth surface area (15) comprises at least the surface area of the reeling shaft (10) to which an adhesive material used in connection with a turn-up process in the reel-up for fastening the end of the web for starting the reeling of a new web roll is arranged to adhere, and that the smooth surface area (15) is smooth so that the adhesion of the adhesive material used in the turn-up is adequate for starting the reeling of a new web roll and that the adhesive material is easily removable after unreeling.

DEVICE FOR THE UP AND COMPLETING OF A MATERIALBAHN.

WINDING DEVICE FOR THE UP OR COMPLETING STRIPS OF ARBITRARY ONES WIDTH.

ROLE MOUNTING PLATE

Quaderförmiges housing for the admission and expenditure of a sanding belt rolled up to a role

PORTABLE DISPENSER FOR ROLLS OF FILM

Device and method for determining the position of portions of material in stripsof wound material

PORTABLE FILM DISPENSER

ROGERS, BERESKIN \A PARR C A N A D A Title: PORTABLE FILM DISPENSER Inventor: KENNETH C. BOWDEN The disclosure relates to a portable dispenser primarily for stretch plastic film intended to be used in wrapping palletized loads. The film is in the form of a core-mounted roll located on a shaft which extends outwardly from a base. The base also carries a handle by which the dispenser can be manipulated. Core holders are provided on the shaft for engaging in respectively opposite ends of the core. The outer one of the two core holders forms part of a film tension control assembly which is removable from the dispenser as a unit, thereby facilitating replacement of the roll. The assembly includes a bearing rotatably supporting the relevant core holder.

STRESS TEARABLE TAPE

A stress tearable tape includes an elongated film and a hand tearing arrangement. The film has a non-adhesive surface and an opposed adhesive surface, and defines a longitudinal direction and a transverse direction. The hand tearing arrangement includes a plurality of pinholes formed along the longitudinal direction of the film. With the combination application of internal force, shear tension, compression tension, pinhole arrangement, and material's biaxial structure, and users' habit together, each of the pinholes enables the film being torn by hand with a force starting at one of the pinholes, such that 1he film is hand tearable at any section in the transverse direction thereof, ...

BRAKE ASSEMBLY FOR A TAPE DISPENSER

A tape dispenser housing wound adhesive tape includes a brake spoke tapering (i.e., narrowing) from a distal radial end to a proximal radial end relative to a tape rotational axis, wherein the brake spoke effectuates the braking of wound adhesive tape on a hub by contacting the wound adhesive tape, the hub, or both simultaneously.

PHARMACEUTICAL PACKAGING APPARATUS, METHOD OF DETERMINING REMAINING QUANTITY OF PHARMACEUTICAL PACKAGING PAPER AND PHARMACEUTICAL PACKAGING PAPER ROLL

Provided are a pharmaceutical packaging apparatus, a method of determining the remaining quantity of pharmaceutical packaging paper, and a pharmaceutical packaging paper roll, whereby it is possible to accurately determine the remaining quantity of residual pharmaceutical packaging paper. The apparatus is provided with: a roll support part (2) on which is mounted a core tube (201) of a pharmaceutical packaging paper roll (200); a sensor (24) furnished to the roll support part (2), for detecting a count value according to the amount of rotation; a wireless reader/writer (26) having an antenna (25) on the roll support part (2), and using this antenna (25) to write information to a core tube IC tag (202) furnished to the core tube (201), and to read information written thereto; an information generating unit (57a) for generating information to be written to the core tube IC tag (202); a remaining paper quantity estimating unit (57) for estimating the current remaining paper quantity, on the ...

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR THE CONTINUOUS WINDING UP OF A CONTINUOUS PAPER WEB

The invention relates to an improved blasting media which has a lattice fiber structure which is used as a carrier for other desired components. Desired abrasive components (6), polishing components (8), and/or absorptive components (10) are attached to the strands of the carrier components (4) with an adhesive (27) or a binder (11) in order to form a plurality of individual, discrete granules which are readily propellable by conventional blasting equipment against the surface to be treated. The latticed fiber carrier component has improved integrity over prior art media carriers as it is not prone to readily break down during use and thereby facilitates regeneration of the blasting media once the effectiveness of the media has been substantially reduced. The invention also relates to an improvement in equipment for propelling the blasting media against a desired surface, the addition of moisture to the blasting media impacting a surface to be cleaned, and a method of regenerating the blasting ...

FOLDING TRAVELLING STRUCTURE OF SUPPORT Of a ROTARY ROLLER ON WHICH a COVER CAN BE ENROULEE.

Packing roll fixing device having replaceable packing roll

Hand protector and braking device for stretch film roll

A device for protecting the fingers while applying stretch film under tension from a roll of film wound on a core by braking the core manually from within. The device is a unitary flexible plastic body including a generally cylindrical hollow body sized to fit within the core, and a flexible brim at one end of the body. The brim has substantial width, so that it can be folded over the end of the core, and braking force can then be delivered to both the inside and to the outside of the core by inserting at least one finger into the device and then squeezing the core between the thumb and finger.

PRINTER

A printer includes a recording medium holding unit that holds a long, wound strip-like recording medium to enable the recording medium to be pulled out from a front end thereof, a recording unit that pulls out the recording medium held by the recording medium holding unit to a side higher in a vertical direction than a position for pulling out from the recording medium holding unit and that executes a recording operation for the pulled-out recording medium, and a second cutter mechanism disposed under the recording medium holding unit and that cuts the recording medium for which the recording operation is executed by the recording unit at the back end thereof separated from the front end by a predetermined length. A drawing position of the recording medium into an inversion path is arranged to be lower than the recording medium holding unit and the recording unit in the vertical direction.

Размотчик пленки ручной

Настоящая полезная модель относится к устройствам размотки рулонов ленточного материала размотчикам пленки ручным. Технической проблемой является высокая стоимость запуска в производство фланцев поз.6 (фиг.1) и поз.8 (фиг.1) методом литья; точением и фрезерованием. Обозначенные фланцы являются единственными элементами в конструкции размотчиков, присутствующих на рынке, для подготовки производства которых используются дорогостоящие методы массового производства, такие как литье. Заявляемая полезная модель призвана устранить техническую проблему путём решения технической задачи создания такой конструкции фланцев поз.6 (фиг.1) и поз.8 (фиг.1), которая позволит применить другие методы изготовления, в частности вырезания из листа и последующей сборки. Техническим результатом применения заявляемой полезной модели будет снижение затрат на запуск в производство фланцев поз.6 (фиг.1) и поз.8 (фиг.1) и, как следствие, снижение себестоимости выпуска ручных дозаторов пленки мелкими партиями. Технический ...

Drucker, Versorgungseinheit für so einen Drucker und ein Gehäuseteil in so einer Versorgungseinheit

Continuous process to manufacture non-expanded honeycomb cardboard panels by back-to-back bonding

In a continual process to manufacture non-expanded honeycomb panels, a first cardboard web has an outer face and an inner face. A series of longitudinal self-adhesive strips are pressed onto the inner face, each separated from the adjacent strip by a non-adhesive gap. The strips on the first web are then pressed against the inner face of an identical web and bond. The honeycomb web is then cut to length strips as required and placed on a stack.

Roller mount

The invention relates to a roller mount with a device for receiving the roll in a rotatable lockable manner. It is provided according to the invention that the device comprises a rotatable receiving part which has on its side facing the roll at least one projection and/or recess for receiving the roll.

A DEVICE FOR DISPENSING A MATERIAL

IMPROVEMENTS IN OR RELATING TO DISPENSERS FOR COILED STRIP MATERIAL

ARRANGEMENT FOR STORING AND WORKING ON BAND-SHAPED MATERIAL.

CARRYING ELEMENT FOR HANGING UP FOIL ROLES.

ROLLENHALTERUNG

AUFROLLWELLE EINES ROLLAPPARATES EINER FASERBAHNMASCHINE

A reeling shaft (10) of a fibre- web machine reeler, which reeling shaft (10) comprises at least one smooth surface area (15), which smooth surface area (15) comprises at least the surface area of the reeling shaft (10) to which an adhesive material used in connection with a turn-up process in the reel-up for fastening the end of the web for starting the reeling of a new web roll is arranged to adhere, and that the smooth surface area (15) is smooth so that the adhesion of the adhesive material used in the turn-up is adequate for starting the reeling of a new web roll and that the adhesive material is easily removable after unreeling.

Printer cartridge

Tape cassette and automatic attaching apparatus for heat-fusible tape pieces

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DEPLOYING COILS OF SPOOLABLE PIPE

A system for deploying a coil of spoolable pipe from a vessel includes a first tower configured to move longitudinally and transversely along a first track coupled to the vessel, a second tower configured to move longitudinally along a second track coupled to the vessel, and a coil drum assembly coupled to the first tower. The first tower is configured to insert the coil drum assembly transversely into an interior channel of the coil when the coil drum assembly is in a retracted position, the coil drum assembly is configured to support the coil when the coil drum assembly is in an extended position and rotate during deployment of the spoolable pipe, and the first tower and the second tower are configured to move the coil drum assembly vertically.

DISPENSER FOR TAPE ROLL WITH INTEGRAL TAPE MANDREL

A tape dispenser assembly (20,120) comprising: a housing having an at least partially enclosed interior (22,122); and a mandrel (10,110) disposed in the interior and coupled to the housing; the mandrel (10,110) adapted to receive and releasably retain a tape roll (30,130) having a core opening thereon, wherein the mandrel (10,110) comprises a first sidewall (12) projecting from a base (11) and a second sidewall (12) projecting from a base (11) generally parallel to the first sidewall (12), wherein the first and second sidewalls (12) each comprise a hub structure (13) projecting therefrom and adapted to releasably engage the core opening of the tape roll (30,130), and wherein the assembly (20,120) is configured such that: (i) a tape roll (30,130) having a core opening can be inserted at least partially into the interior (22,122) and the core opening of the tape roll (30,130) releasably engaged with the first and second sidewalls (12) so as to secure the tape roll (30,130) in dispensing configuration ...

PHARMACEUTICAL PACKAGING APPARATUS, METHOD OF DETERMINING REMAINING QUANTITY OF PHARMACEUTICAL PACKAGING PAPER AND PHARMACEUTICAL PACKAGING PAPER ROLL

Provided are a pharmaceutical packaging apparatus, a method of determining the remaining quantity of pharmaceutical packaging paper, and a pharmaceutical packaging paper roll, whereby it is possible to accurately determine the remaining quantity of residual pharmaceutical packaging paper. The apparatus is provided with: a roll support part (2) on which is mounted a core tube (201) of a pharmaceutical packaging paper roll (200); a sensor (24) furnished to the roll support part (2), for detecting a count value according to the amount of rotation; a wireless reader/writer (26) having an antenna (25) on the roll support part (2), and using this antenna (25) to write information to a core tube IC tag (202) furnished to the core tube (201), and to read information written thereto; an information generating unit (57a) for generating information to be written to the core tube IC tag (202); a remaining paper quantity estimating unit (57) for estimating the current remaining paper quantity, on the ...

Roll positioning mechanism

DEVICE OF MEASURE OF LENGTH OF CABLES

La présente invention se rapporte à un dispositif de mesure de la longueur d'un câble (1) en défilement muni de marques (2) disposées à intervalles réguliers, comprenant un réa ou une roue à gorge (3) entraîné(e) par le câble (1) en traction, ledit réa (3) comportant un codeur (4) apte à compter le nombre de tours effectués par le réa (3) ainsi que des moyens électroniques d'acquisition et de traitement reliés au codeur (4), permettant de déterminer une longueur estimée de câble, caractérisé en ce que ledit dispositif comporte en outre un capteur (6), apte à détecter un nombre de marques défilant avec le câble (1), et relié aux moyens électroniques d'acquisition et de traitement, de manière à fournir une correction de ladite longueur estimée.

DEVICE OF COMPLETION TO THE BAND

Un dispositif de finition à la bande comprend un premier support (1) pour un rouleau de bande (2), un second support (3) pour une bobine vide (4), un rouleau de pression (6) relié à un dispositif d'oscillation (5) et un entraînement (7), fonctionnellement lié au second support. La bande d'usinage dévidée du rouleau (2) passe autour du rouleau de pression (6) et est enroulée sur la bobine vide (4). Les deux supports (1, 3) sont situés dans une cassette (9). Chaque support (1, 3) comprend un arbre supporté aux deux extrémités dans des évidements (13) de la cassette (9) ainsi qu'un disque (12) relié à l'arbre (11, 11') pour limiter la bande d'usinage latéralement. Le disque du second support de rouleau (3) est pourvu d'une couronne dentée (16) qui s'engrène avec un pignon (17) entraîné par l'entraînement (7).

AUTOMATIC DRUM PACKAGING DEVICE

Embodiments of the present invention relate to an automatic drum packaging system. According to one embodiment, an automatic drum packaging system includes: a packaging material supply portion for supplying a packaging material wound around a main shaft; a packaging material processing portion for feeding the supplied packaging material at the predetermined length, transporting the fed packaging material in one direction, cutting the transported packaging material, and taping the cut packaging material so as to process the packaging material; a tension adjustment portion for supplying tension to the packaging material processed in the packaging material processing portion and controlling the tension; and a drum packaging portion for packaging the processed packaging material into a drum. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2018 ...

A ribbon attachment device and a ribbon printer system having the same

CUTTING DEVICE FOR ROLL TYPE PRODUCT

Cushion sheet taping apparatus and antistatic core taped with cushion sheet

Paper feeding apparatus

A motor is driven according to a total feeding amount of a recording paper calculated based on the number of prints. When a gear is rotated in a counterclockwise direction, an end of a coil spring is moved upward and a retaining arm is rotated. A tip of a separation plate fixed to the retaining arm is moved to a contact position in which the tip contacts an outer peripheral surface of a paper roll. The separation plate presses the outer peripheral surface with a constant pressing force by a coil spring. When the paper roll is rotated, the separation plate separates a paper end. Thereafter, the gear is rotated in a clockwise direction to move the end of the coil spring downward so that the separation plate moves to a retracting position away from the outer peripheral surface. During printing, the separation plate is in the retracting position.

Printer, a supply unit for the printer, and a member for accommodation in the supply unit

A printer including a print unit, a supply unit for holding a web of receiving material wound into a roll, a system for unwinding the web and transporting it for printing to the print unit, which supply unit is adapted to carry an elongate member on which the roll is fixed, substantially concentrically, the elongated member being provided at its peripheral edge with a pattern of sensorially perceptible discrete transitions, which pattern is substantially symmetrical with respect to a reference position on the elongated member and extends from this position to the vicinity of the ends of the elongated member.

Wrapping apparatus

The apparatus has a base mounted on castors and upon which a telescopic post is mounted. A winch is mounted on the top of the post. A roll of flexible material is mounted on a bed and is rotatable about the post, The winch raises and lowers the bed so that the height of the roll may be adjusted to that most convenient for wrapping. By means of the castors, the apparatus may be moved around the article as it is being wrapped. The apparatus is suitable for stretch-wrapping an article which is irregular in shape or is heavy and is unusually difficult to wrap.

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Rolled-paper holding mechanism and a printer including same

A miniaturized rolled-paper holding mechanism (10) which is capable of detecting the residual quantity of rolled-paper in both horizontally and vertically installed states of a printer. The rolled-paper holding mechanism (10) includes a rolled-paper holder (21), a holder cover (41), a positioning member (51), and a residual-paper-quantity sensor (61). The positioning member (51) is structured such that, as the holder cover (41) is opened or closed, the inclination angle of the positioning member (51) is varied with respect to a second-bottom-portion inclined surface (29) formed in the rolled-paper holder (21). Further, a second positioning groove (31)-which, when the holder cover (41) is closed, can be contacted with rolled-paper R having a given diameter-is formed between the positioning member (51) and the second-bottom-portion inclined surface (29) of the rolled-paper holder (21).

METHOD AND ARRANGEMENT IN CONNECTION WITH WRAPPING OF A PIECE

ФАРМАЦЕВТИЧЕСКОЕ УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ УПАКОВКИ, СПОСОБ ОПРЕДЕЛЕНИЯ ОСТАТОЧНОГО КОЛИЧЕСТВА ФАРМАЦЕВТИЧЕСКОЙ УПАКОВОЧНОЙ БУМАГИ И РУЛОН ФАРМАЦЕВТИЧЕСКОЙ УПАКОВОЧНОЙ БУМАГИ

Vorrichtung zum Halten und Drehantreiben von Wickelhülsen

Tape dispenser

... 1,082,553. Tape dispensers. ENGLISH ELECTRIC COMPUTERS Ltd. June 17, 1966 [June 18, 1965], No. 25931/65. Heading A4G. [Also in Division G5] A tape dispenser, e.g. for a tape reader 15, comprises a flexible strip of material 7, e.g. of phosphor bronze with an upper glass-bead surface or polytetrafluorethylene impregnated glass fibre hung limply between spaced supports 9 and supporting the tape roll 8 between the supports on its concave surface with the major part of the roll below the supports, driving means 13 for withdrawing tape upwardly and lateral restraining means for the roll, e.g. the back plate 10 for the supports and a cover glass on surrounding box 18. The plate 10 may be vertical or inclined to provide lateral friction on the roll. The drive 13 maintains a tension when the roll is at rest and. is controlled by a photoelectric detector 16 in response to the amount of tape in a reservoir 14.

System and Kit for Processing a Flowable Food Mass

A system for processing a flowable food mass is disclosed which includes a first cooling belt () having a face with a transport direction (T); a second cooling belt () having a face with a transport direct (T) adjacent to, and parallel with, the face of the first cooling belt (), wherein the transport direction (T) of the face of the second cooling belt () is the same as the transport direction (T) of the face of the first cooling belt; and a film roller arrangement () for disposing a plurality of strip-shaped carrier film webs onto the first cooling belt (), wherein each strip-shaped carrier film web has a pair of parallel edges and the strip-shaped carrier film webs are disposed adjacent to each other without gaps and partially overlap each other at their respective parallel edges to form a carrier film arrangement and a kit of parts for assembling the system. 1. A system for processing a flowable food mass comprising:{'b': '11', '(a) A first cooling belt () having a face with a transport direction (T);'}{'b': 12', '11', '11, '(b) a second cooling belt () having a face with a transport direct (T) adjacent to, and parallel with, the face of the first cooling belt (), wherein the transport direction (T) of the face of the second cooling belt () is the same as the transport direction (T) of the face of the first cooling belt; and'}{'b': 15', '11, '(c) a film roller arrangement () for disposing a plurality of strip-shaped carrier film webs onto the first cooling belt (), wherein each strip-shaped carrier film web has a pair of parallel edges and the strip-shaped carrier film webs are disposed adjacent to each other without gaps and partially overlap each other at their respective parallel edges to form a carrier film arrangement.'}215161616. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the film roller arrangement () comprises a plurality of film rollers () claim 1 , each having an axis of rotation claim 1 , arranged in a staggered configuration in which the film rollers ...

PRINT DEVICE

There is provided a print device including: a casing having an inner space; a support which extends along a first direction and which is configured to rotatably support a roll body; a conveyer configured to convey a sheet pulled out of the roll body in a conveyance orientation along a second direction orthogonal to the first direction; a print unit configured to perform a print by causing a print matter to adhere to the sheet conveyed in the conveyance orientation; and a cover. An opening is provided on the casing such that the inner space is exposed to an outside of the casing via the opening. The cover is configured to slide relative to the casing along the second direction between an open position in which the opening is uncovered and a close position in which the opening is covered by the cover. 1. A print device comprising:a casing having an inner space;a support which extends along a first direction in the inner space of the casing and which is configured to rotatably support a roll body;a conveyer configured to convey a sheet pulled out of the roll body supported by the support in a conveyance orientation along a second direction orthogonal to the first direction, in the inner space of the casing;a print unit configured to perform a print by causing a print matter to adhere to the sheet conveyed in the conveyance orientation, in the inner space of the casing; anda cover,wherein an opening is provided on the casing such that the inner space is exposed to an outside of the casing via the opening, andthe cover is configured to slide relative to the casing along the second direction between an open position in which the opening is uncovered and a close position in which the opening is covered by the cover.2. The print device according to claim 1 , wherein the print unit is not exposed to the outside of the casing through the opening of the casing.3. The print device according to claim 1 , wherein the casing has a first surface and a second surface positioned ...

PLANT AND PROCESS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF PAPER LOGS

Plant for the production of paper logs, including at least one unwinder that supports a reel from which corresponding ply of paper unwounds, at least one processing unit that is supplied with the ply and is configured to modify the structure or conformation of the same ply, guiding means for guiding the ply arranged along a predetermined path between the at least one unwinder and the processing unit. The guide means are configured to provide a nip traversed by the ply at a preliminary stage of drawing-in of the ply, the nip being subsequently eliminated when the step of drawing-in is completed. 118-. (canceled)19. Plant for the production of paper logs , comprising:at least one unwinder that supports a reel from which a corresponding ply of paper unwounds, at least one processing unit that is supplied with said ply and is configured to modify the structure or conformation of the same ply, guiding means for guiding said ply arranged along a predetermined path between the at least one unwinder and the processing unit, characterized in that said guide means are configured to provide a nip traversed by said ply at a preliminary stage of drawing-in of the ply, said nip being subsequently eliminated when said step of drawing-in is completed.20. Plant according to claim 19 , wherein said processing unit is an embossing unit.21. Plant according to claim 19 , wherein said processing unit is a rewinder.22. Plant according to claim 20 , wherein the embossing unit supplies a rewinder.23. Plant according to claim 19 , wherein said nip is formed by a nip unit provided at a predetermined point of said path and comprising a motorized roller and an idle roller claim 19 , the motorized roller being fixed in position at said point claim 19 , the idle roller being connected to an actuator that allows to move it to and from the motorized roller.24. Plant according to claim 23 , wherein said idle roller is mounted on an arm adapted to rotate about a corresponding horizontal axis and ...

Material dispensing systems

A material dispensing system including a first frame and a first application head. The first application head supported by the first frame including a first bias ply assembly comprising a bias ply roll supported on a bias ply dispenser unit, the first bias ply assembly configured to pass bias ply material along a bias path; and a first non-bias ply assembly comprising a non-bias ply roll supported by a non-bias ply dispenser unit, the non-bias ply assembly configured to pass non-bias ply material along a non-bias path; wherein the bias path and the non-bias path are substantially parallel. Another aspect provides a material dispensing system including a first frame and a first application head supported thereby; and a second frame and a second application head supported thereby; wherein the first frame and the second frame move in an X direction during operation. Another aspect includes preparing a composite article.

UNREELING DEVICE FOR AN INTERLEAVER REEL, AND SYSTEM CONSISTING OF A SLITTING DEVICE AND THE UNREELING DEVICE

The present invention relates to an unreeling device, by way of which an interleaver strip is unreeled from an interleaver reel. Furthermore, the present invention relates to a system consisting of a slitting device and the unreeling device. 1. An unreeling device comprising:a multiplicity of cartridges; andan interleaver reel rotatably mounted in each cartridge,wherein the interleaver reel in each cartridge rotates as an interleaver is unreeled therefrom, andwherein the interleaver reels are braked automatically as necessary.2. The unreeling device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the interleaver reel in each cartridge has a core that rotates on a rigid shaft claim 1 ,wherein the core is a paper core and the shaft is an aluminum shaft.3. The unreeling device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein each of the cartridges has a braking means that is activated individually.4. The unreeling device as claimed in claim 3 , wherein a torque of the braking means is a function of a weight of the interleaver reel in a corresponding cartridge.5. The unreeling device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the unreeling device is free of a drive for the interleaver reels.6. A system comprising;i. a cutting device including a knife that severs slices of food from a block of food, the slices are arranged so that the slices at least partly overlap to form a portion of a plurality of the slices of food,wherein an interleaver is provided between two of the slices of food, and one or more cartridges;', 'an interleaver reel rotatably mounted in each of the one the interleaver reel includes an interleaver,', 'wherein the interleaver reel is automatically braked with a braking means when there is no need for the interleaver., 'ii. an unreeling device comprising7. The system as claimed in claim 6 , wherein the system includes a means that drives the braking means claim 6 , which is provided on the cutting device.8. The system as claimed in claim 6 , wherein the system has a sensor that determines a ...

Material Tracking System

A system and method for tracking the remaining length of a material wound on a reel is disclosed. In the system, two sensors deployed relative to the reel (and each other) produce a detection signals when a detection element mounted on the reel is near the respective sensor in an order indicative of forward or reverse reel rotation. The system further includes a processor operably receiving the detection signals to count a total number of forward rotations of the reel, which count is saved in memory. A battery powers the processor, memory, and sensors. The system further includes a transceiver that removably and operably couples between the memory and a calculator that calculates the remaining length of the material wound on the reel based on the total number of forward rotations of the reel. The system may also record the time and location associated with the rotations. 1. A system for tracking the remaining length of a material wound on a reel , the material having a known starting length and a known thickness , the reel having a core of known width and known volume , the reel further having two flanges physically connected to the reel at opposite ends of the reel core such that the reel flanges rotate with the reel core , the material being wound about the reel core between the two reel flanges , each reel flange having an outer edge , the system comprising:a detection element coupled proximate the outer edge of one of the reel flanges;two or more sensors physically deployed relative to the reel flange and each other such that each sensor independently produces a detection element present signal when the detection element is near the respective sensor in an order that is indicative of one of forward and reverse rotation of the reel;a first processor operably receiving the detection element present signals from each of the sensors and counting a total number of forward rotations of the reel;a memory operably associated with the first processor for storing the ...

WEB TRANSPORT SYSTEM INCLUDING SCAVENGER BLADE

A web transport system for transporting a web of media along a web-transport path including a fluid bar for guiding the web of media, and a scavenger blade positioned downstream of the fluid bar. A liquid is pumped through holes in an exterior bearing surface of the fluid bar, thereby pushing the web of media away from the fluid bar. The scavenger bar includes a blade edge facing the first surface of the web of media, the blade edge being spaced apart from the first surface of the web of media by a gap distance. The scavenger blade removes at least some liquid from the first surface of the web of media as it passes by the scavenger blade, thereby reducing the amount of liquid that is carried along to portions of the web-transport path that are downstream of the scavenger blade. 1. A web transport system for transporting a web of media along a web-transport path , comprising:a fluid bar disposed along the web-transport path, the web of media being guided as it passes the fluid bar with a first surface of the web of media facing an exterior bearing surface of the fluid bar, wherein a liquid is pumped through holes in the bearing surface of the fluid bar and into a region between the first surface of the web of media and the bearing surface of the fluid bar, thereby pushing the web of media away from the fluid bar, and wherein the fluid bar is not submerged in a liquid; anda scavenger blade disposed along the web-transport path downstream of the fluid bar, the scavenger blade spanning the web of media in a cross-track direction and including a blade edge facing the first surface of the web of media, the blade edge being spaced apart from the first surface of the web of media by a gap distance, wherein the scavenger blade removes at least some liquid from the first surface of the web of media as it passes by the scavenger blade, thereby reducing the amount of liquid that is carried along to portions of the web-transport path that are downstream of the scavenger blade.2. ...

Erosion Control Installation Frame and Method

A frame for cradling a rolled surface covering during installation onto a ground surface, including first and second spaced-apart end panels, a surface covering support base extending between the first and second spaced-apart panels and adapted for holding the rolled surface covering during installation. At least one lower roller extends along the support base between the first and second spaced-apart end panels at a level above the support base, and at least one upper roller extends along the support base between the first and second spaced-apart end panels at a level above the support base and is vertically spaced-apart from the at least one lower roller. The space defines a gap extending along a length of the at least one lower roller and the at least one upper roller through which a free end of the rolled surface covering is extended during installation onto the ground surface. 1. A frame for cradling a rolled surface covering during installation onto a ground surface , comprising:(a) first and second spaced-apart end panels;(b) a surface covering support base extending between the first and second spaced-apart end panels and adapted for supporting the rolled surface covering above the ground surface during installation;(c) at least one lower roller extending along the support base between the first and second spaced-apart end panels at a level above the support base; and(d) at least one upper roller extending along the support base between the first and second spaced-apart end panels at a level above the support base and vertically spaced-apart from the at least one lower roller to define a gap extending between a length of the at least one lower roller and the at least one upper roller through which a free end of the rolled surface covering adapted to be extended during installation onto the ground surface.2. A frame for cradling a rolled surface covering according to claim 1 , wherein the support base comprises first and second laterally spaced-apart elongate ...

UNROLLING DEVICE, PARTICULARLY FOR MATERIALS IN ROLLS, WITH MATERIAL ALIGNMENT CONTROL

An unrolling device, particularly for materials in rolls, with material alignment control, comprising elements for unrolling a roll of material to be unrolled, the device further comprising elements for detecting at least one lateral edge of the material unrolled from the roll which are adapted to detect quantitatively the movement of the edge transversely to the unrolling direction of the material. 110-. (canceled)11. An unrolling device , particularly for materials in rolls , comprising means for unrolling a roll of material to be unrolled , further comprising means for detecting at least one lateral edge of the material unrolled from said roll which are adapted to detect quantitatively the movement of said edge transversely to the unrolling direction of the material.12. The device according to claim 11 , wherein said means for detecting the edge of the material unrolled from said roll comprise a plurality of photocells arranged at at least one of the edges of said material unrolled from said roll.13. The device according to claim 11 , wherein said means for detecting the edge of the material comprise a vision system.14. The device according to claim 11 , wherein said means for detecting the lateral edge of the material unrolled from said roll are arranged at at least one of shoulders for supporting said synchronous conveyor belts or rollers claim 11 , said material being unrolled from said roll and passing in front of said detection means.15. The device according to claim 12 , wherein said means for detecting the edge of the material unrolled from said roll are arranged at each one of the lateral edges of said unrolled material.16. The device according to claim 11 , further comprising means for indicating a quantity of movement of the material unrolled from said roll claim 11 , which are arranged mutually opposite with respect to said means for detecting the lateral edge claim 11 , said material unrolled from said roll being unrolled between said detection means ...

Conveying Apparatus and a Conveying Method of Separator of Electric Device

A conveying apparatus for a separator of an electrical device alternately laminates a first electrode and a second electrode of different polarity from the first electrode, with a separator interposed therebetween to form a laminated body for conveyance. The separator includes a melt material representing a substrate and a heat-resistant material laminated on one surface of the melt material and having a higher melting point than the melt material. The separator conveying apparatus includes a drive member which makes contact with the separator and conveys the separator; and a pressure member which, while urging the drive member via the separator, is driven by the drive member. The drive member makes contact with the melt material portion of the separator. With this separator conveying apparatus, it is possible to maintain constant feed size or dimension of the separator assembly. 1. A method of conveying separator material used to form a separator of an electrical device , the method comprising:laminating a melt material and a heat-resistant material together to form the separator material, the heat-resistant material having a melting point higher than the melt material;winding a first roll of the separator material around a first winding roller with the melt material in contact with the first winding roller;conveying the first roll of the separator material using a first drive member and a first pressure member, the first drive member driven by a first drive motor and in contact with the melt material of the first roll of the separator material, and the first pressure member driven by the first drive member via the separator material, wherein the first pressure member is formed of metal and contacts the heat-resistant material of the first roll of the separator material, wherein the first roll is conveyed at a constant feed rate.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first drive member is formed of an elastic material at a portion in contact with the melt material ...

ROLLED GOOD FEEDING DEVICE AND METHOD

The present application relates to rolled good feeding device and method. Material feeding devices and methods are provided for conveying material from material rolls. The material roll may be adjusted in the longitudinal direction during the feeding process by a rectifying frame to aid in maintaining alignment during the unrolling. Tension of the unrolled material may be monitored and unrolling speeds of the feeding device can be adjusted to maintain tension of the material within a range for that material. Aspects also contemplate elements to feed multiple rolled materials simultaneously for subsequent processing in combination as layered materials. 120-. (canceled)21. A material feeding device , comprising: a roller combination comprised of a first roller and a second roller , the first roller and the second roller having parallel rotational axis; a drive assembly adapted to rotate the roller combination in at least a rotational first direction effective to roll and convey a rolled material; and a rectifying frame joined with the roller combination and adapted to axially position the roller combination to rectify a position of the material conveyed from the material feeding device.22. The material feeding device according to claim 21 , wherein the rectifying frame includes a movement system that adjusts the position of the roller combination in a first direction and a second direction parallel to the rotational axis of the first roller.23. The material feeding device according to claim 21 , further comprising a computing device for controlling tension adapted to: control the rotation speed of the roller combination to increase the conveying speed of the material when detecting that a representation of a tension value of the material being conveyed is greater than a first tension value claim 21 , and control the rotation speed of the roller combination to reduce the conveying speed of the material when detecting that the representation of the tension value is less ...

MEDIUM LOADING DEVICE AND IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS

A medium loading device that is arranged adjacent to an image forming apparatus that includes a medium supply roller that carries a medium, includes a medium guide part that has a guide surface along which the medium is guided toward the medium supply roller, and is arranged on an upstream side of the medium supply roller in a medium carrying direction; a medium end contact part that is arranged on an upstream side of the medium guide part in the medium carrying direction, is positioned below the guide surface of the medium guide part in the vertical direction, and is configured to contact an medium upstream end of the medium so that a portion of the medium is upwardly supported when the medium upstream end of the medium contacts the medium end contact part. 1. A medium loading device that is arranged adjacent to an image forming apparatus that includes a medium supply roller that carries a medium , comprising: has a guide surface along which the medium is guided toward the medium supply roller, and', 'is arranged on an upstream side of the medium supply roller in a medium carrying direction;, 'a medium guide part that'} is arranged on an upstream side of the medium guide part in the medium carrying direction,', 'is positioned below the guide surface of the medium guide part in the vertical direction, and', 'is configured to contact an medium upstream end of the medium so that a portion of the medium is upwardly supported when the medium upstream end of the medium contacts the medium end contact part., 'a medium end contact part that'}2. The medium loading device according to claim 1 , further comprising:a medium supporting part that is arranged between the medium guide part and the medium end contact part in the medium carrying direction, and that protrudes upwardly, whereinthe medium supporting part includes a contact part at a top of the medium guide part so that the medium, which is to be supplied from the medium supply roller, is lifted by the medium supporting ...

PRINTING APPARATUS

A printing apparatus includes: a roll paper container portion that accommodates roll paper formed into a roll by wrapping recording paper around a core; a transportation roller that transports the recording paper in a transportation direction; a buffering member that moves in contact with the recording paper; and a guide member that is provided upstream of the buffering member in the transportation direction and guides the core of the roll paper that is moved from an inside of the roll paper container portion to an outside. 1. A printing apparatus , comprising:a roll paper container portion configured to accommodate roll paper formed into a roll by wrapping recording paper around a core;a transportation roller configured to transport the recording paper in a transportation direction; anda buffering member configured to buffer an inertial load received from the recording paper by moving in contact with the recording paper transported by the transportation roller,wherein the buffering member includes a guide member guiding the core of the roll paper that is moved from an inside of the roll paper container portion to an outside along a wall surface of the roll paper container portion.2. The printing apparatus according to claim 1 , whereinthe guide member includes a rib that has a side along the transportation direction.3. The printing apparatus according to claim 2 , whereinthe roll paper container portion is configured to accommodate plural kinds of the roll paper different from one another in terms of width, andthe guide member includes, as the rib, a plurality of ribs provided at intervals corresponding to widths of the roll paper.4. The printing apparatus according to configured to perform printing in a first orientation and a second orientation different from the first orientation. The present application is based on, and claims priority from JP Application Serial Number 2019-157150, filed Aug. 29, 2019, the disclosure of which is hereby incorporated by reference ...

ROLL STAND ASSEMBLY

A roll stand assembly for processing a sheet product with a plurality of rolls on a frame. A first roll has a first sheet engaging surface and a first shaft assembly. A second roll has a second sheet engaging surface and a second shaft assembly. The first and second rolls are relatively movable between: a) an operating relationship; and b) an open relationship. A safety assembly prevents inadvertent changing of the first and second rolls from the open relationship into the operating relationship. The safety assembly includes a first chuck component mounted for movement relative to the frame between: a) a running position wherein the safety assembly is in a disengaged state; and b) a lockout position. 1. A roll stand assembly for processing a sheet product , the roll stand assembly comprising:a frame;a plurality of rolls on the frame and including first and second rolls respectively having first and second axes,the first and second axes substantially parallel with the first and second rolls operatively positioned on the frame,the first roll having a first sheet engaging surface and a first shaft assembly projecting axially from the first sheet engaging surface,the second roll having a second sheet engaging surface and a second shaft assembly projecting axially from the second sheet engaging surface,the first and second rolls relatively movable between: a) an operating relationship wherein there is a gap within a first dimensional range between the first and second sheet engaging surfaces with the roll stand assembly in an operative state; and b) an open relationship wherein the gap dimension is outside of the first dimensional range so as to permit access by an operator through the gap to between the first and second rolls; anda safety assembly that prevents inadvertent changing of the first and second rolls from the open relationship into the operating relationship,the safety assembly comprising a first chuck component mounted for movement relative to the frame ...

WEB MATERIAL DISPENSER

A web material dispenser for housing two or more rolls is provided. The web material dispenser includes a housing having a fixed housing portion provided with a first roll support assembly coupled thereto for supporting a first roll of web material. The housing further has a movable housing portion, movable between a closed position and an open position, provided with a second roll support assembly coupled thereto for supporting a second roll of web material. The fixed and movable housing portions defining a housing chamber therebetween when the movable portion is in the closed position, for at least partially enclosing the two or more rolls of web material within the housing chamber. The movable portion is moved to the open position for providing access to the two or more rolls and allowing replacement of at least one of the first and second rolls. 2. The web material dispenser according to claim 1 , wherein the movable housing portion is pivotally connected to the fixed housing portion and pivots about a pivoting axis.3. The web material dispenser according to claim 2 , wherein the movable housing portion comprises a front cover claim 2 , and the fixed housing portion comprises a back wall claim 2 , and wherein a bottom edge of the front cover is hingedly connected to a bottom edge of the back wall.4. The web material dispenser according to claim 3 , wherein the first roll support assembly comprises a first support member extending from the back wall claim 3 , and a first mandrel extending from a surface of the first support member for supporting the first roll of web material.5. The web material dispenser according to claim 4 , wherein the first mandrel is substantially parallel to the back wall.6. The web material dispenser according to claim 4 , wherein the first support member extends from a central portion of the back wall.7. The web material dispenser according to claim 4 , wherein the second roll support assembly comprises a second support member extending ...

Feeding And Cutting Unit For A Dispenser Of Paper Sheets Obtained From A Continuous Band

A feeding and cutting unit for a dispenser of paper sheets obtained from a continuous band comprises a supporting structure () that rotatably supports a feeding roller () which in turn internally rotatably supports a shaft () parallel thereto which carries a blade () that during the rotation of the blade-carrying shaft () projects through a corresponding longitudinal slot formed in the feeding roller (), the unit including a pair of constantly engaged end gearings formed by a first toothed wheel () integral with and coaxial to the blade-carrying shaft () and a second toothed wheel () formed on the supporting structure () at a position coaxial to the axis of rotation of the feeding roller (). In this way, a simplification of the unit is achieved as well as a greater reliability and smoothness of operation guaranteed by the constant engagement whereby there are no problems of synchronized rotation of the blade-carrying shaft () and of the feeding roller () regardless of plays or wear that may rise over time. 1123456547581234. Feeding and cutting unit for a dispenser of paper sheets obtained from a continuous band wound up in a roll (R) , comprising a supporting structure ( , , ) that rotatably supports a feeding roller () which in turn internally rotatably supports a shaft () parallel thereto which carries at least one blade () that during the rotation of said blade-carrying shaft () projects through a corresponding longitudinal slot formed in said feeding roller () , further comprising at least one constantly engaged end gearing formed by at least a first toothed wheel () integral with and coaxial to the blade-carrying shaft () and a second toothed wheel () formed on said supporting structure ( , , ) at a position coaxial to an axis of rotation of the feeding roller ().278. Feeding and cutting unit according to claim 1 , further comprising a second constantly engaged end gearing identical with said first gearing ( claim 1 , ) and located at the opposite end.3. ...

Polymer Sheet and Manufacturing Method and Use Thereof

The invention relates to the field of polymer materials and processing. Provided are a polymer sheet and a manufacturing method and a use thereof. The polymer sheet has a thickness less than its average hole diameter. The polymer sheet is in the form of a cellular board having through holes in the thickness direction, and has a through-hole ratio of 20%-60%, a thickness of 10-500 μm, and an average hole diameter of 10-500 μm. The manufacturing method comprises a roll material supplying step, a continuous cutting step and a rolling step. The continuous cutting step has a precision error of ±0.02 mm. The above method can be used to manufacture a material having a low density, high impact resistance, a high compression rate, and low compression set and capable of serving as a sealing and buffering material for an electronic device. 1. A polymer sheet , wherein the polymer sheet has a thickness smaller than an average pore diameter of the polymer sheet , and has through pores along a thickness direction of the polymer sheet , such that the polymer sheet is in a form of honeycomb in the thickness direction , and the polymer sheet has a through-pore ratio of 20% to 60% , a thickness of 10 μm to 500 μm , and an average pore diameter of 10 μm to 500 μm.2. The polymer sheet according to claim 1 , wherein the polymer sheet has an apparent density of 0.01 to 0.6 g/cm3.3. The polymer sheet according to claim 1 , wherein the polymer sheet has a compression ratio of 50% to 95%.4. The polymer sheet according to claim 1 , further comprising at least one of an adhesive layer or a functional layer claim 1 , wherein the at least one of the adhesive layer or the functional layer is formed on a surface of a body of the polymer sheet.5. A polymer sheet claim 1 , wherein the polymer sheet is obtained by cutting a base material in such a manner that the cut polymer sheet has a thickness smaller than an average pore diameter of the polymer sheet;the polymer sheet has a thickness of 10 μm to ...

PORTABLE WALL BASE COIL UNWINDING DEVICE

A portable wall base coil unwinding device is disclosed herein that comprises a base caddy having a topside and a bottom side; a turntable positioned above the topside of the base caddy; a lazy Susan swivel connector rotatably connecting the base caddy to the turntable; a wall base coil holder centrally positioned on the turntable, wherein the wall base coil holder is sized and configured to receive and retain a coil of wall base; and at least three freely rotatable and swivable wheels positioned on the bottom side of the base caddy. The present invention provides an improved tool and method for unwinding and positioning/installing a wall cove base material along the base of a wall. 1. A portable wall base coil unwinding device , comprising:a base caddy having a topside and a bottom side;a turntable positioned above the topside of the base caddy;a lazy Susan swivel connector rotatably connecting the base caddy to the turntable;a wall base coil holder centrally positioned on the turntable, wherein the wall base coil holder is sized and configured to receive and retain a coil of wall base; andat least three wheels positioned on the bottom side of the base caddy.2. The portable wall base coil unwinding device of wherein the base caddy is made from a rigid sheet material.3. The portable wall base coil unwinding device of wherein the turntable is made from a rigid sheet material.4. The portable wall base coil unwinding device of wherein the wall base coil holder is made from a rigid sheet material.5. The portable wall base coil unwinding device of wherein the lazy Susan swivel connector is comprised of a plurality of ball bearings positioned between a pair of opposing metal plates.6. The portable wall base coil unwinding device of wherein the at least three wheels are caster wheels that can each swivel about a vertical axis and rotate about a horizontal axis.7. The portable wall base coil unwinding device of claim 6 , further comprising a tow rope connected to the base ...

MEDIUM HOLDING MEMBER AND RECORDING APPARATUS

A medium holding member that is attached to a medium supporting portion includes a fitting portion that is fit into the medium supporting portion and that is located at each of at least one portion in an upstream side edge portion of the medium holding member in a medium transportation direction. 1. A medium holding member that is attached to a medium supporting portion , the medium holding member comprising:a fitting portion that is fit into the medium supporting portion and that is located at each of at least one portion in an upstream side edge portion of the medium holding member in a medium transportation direction.2. The medium holding member according to claim 1 , wherein the fitting portion includes a portion that inclines from an upstream side in the medium transportation direction toward a downstream side in the medium transportation direction.3. The medium holding member according to claim 1 , wherein the fitting portion includes a portion extending in the medium transportation direction.4. The medium holding member according to claim 1 , further comprising an engaging portion that is engaged with the medium supporting portion and that is located at each of at least one portion in a downstream side edge portion of the medium holding member in the medium transportation direction.5. The medium holding member according to claim 1 , further comprising a latching portion that is latched together with the medium supporting portion and that is located at a more downstream side than the fitting portion in the medium transportation direction.6. The medium holding member according to is configured such that: the medium holding member is fixed to the medium supporting portion at each of at least three portions whose positions are different from one another.7. The medium holding member according to further comprising a medium receiving portion that receives the medium and is disposed between the medium holding member and the medium supporting portion claim 1 , and ...

Support system for rolled material

A support system for moving a rolled material between a rolled configuration and an extended configuration. The support system may include a roller having a longitudinal axis, a housing supporting the roller, and a cradle extending along a first longitudinal length of the roller. The cradle may include a base removably coupled to the housing and a contact member supported by the base.

PRINTING APPARATUS

A roll sheet with a continuous sheet wound in a roll form is rotated in a forward direction to supply the sheet to a printing unit. A sensor whose output is changed in accordance with a distance between the sensor and the sheet is used. A rotation direction of the roll sheet is switched from an opposite direction to the forward direction on the basis of the output of the sensor during rotation of the roll sheet in the opposite direction.

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR SPLICING MATERIAL ROLLS

A web splicing apparatus is disclosed that includes a web unwinding unit configured to hold a running web material roll and a new web material roll and to unwind webbing from the running web material roll and a web splicing unit operable with the web unwinding unit to selectively splice the webbing of the running web material roll with webbing of the new web material roll. The web splicing unit further includes a cutting assembly configured to selectively sever the webbing of the running web material roll, a web deflection device, an actuator system configured to linearly translate the web deflection device in a first direction and a second direction opposite the first direction, and a locking mechanism operable in a locked state and an unlocked state to selectively prohibit and enable movement of the web deflection device in the first direction and the second direction. 1. A web splicing apparatus comprising:a web unwinding unit configured to hold a running web material roll and a new web material roll and to unwind webbing from the running web material roll; and a cutting assembly configured to selectively sever the webbing of the running web material roll;', 'a web deflection device;', 'an actuator system configured to linearly translate the web deflection device in a first direction and a second direction opposite the first direction; and', 'a locking mechanism operable in a locked state and an unlocked state to selectively prohibit and enable movement of the web deflection device in the first direction and the second direction., 'a web splicing unit operable with the web unwinding unit to selectively splice the webbing of the running web material roll with webbing of the new web material roll, the web splicing unit comprising2. The web splicing apparatus of wherein the web splicing unit comprises a frame having tracks formed thereon upon which the web deflection device translates in the first direction and the second direction.3. The web splicing apparatus of ...

Apparatus for the track individual provision of sheet material for placing underneath

The invention relates to an output unit for a provision individually per track of sheet material for placing beneath products fed on two or multiple tracks, in particular beneath food portions, said output unit comprising a draw-in device that is configured to draw in individually per track a respective one material web of the sheet material per track and that in particular has at least one driven draw-in shaft and at least one draw-in pressure unit; a separation device that is configured to separate the sheet material from the material webs; and an ejection device that is configured to discharge sheet material on two or multiple tracks and that comprises a driven ejection roller and an ejection counter-unit that forms an ejection gap for the sheet material together with the ejection roller, wherein the ejection roller is jointly associated with at least two tracks. 120.-. (canceled)21. An output unit for a provision individually per track of sheet material for placing beneath products fed on two or multiple tracks ,said output unit comprising a draw-in device that is configured to draw in individually per track a respective one material web of the sheet material per track;a separation device that is configured to separate the sheet material from the material webs; andan ejection device that is configured to discharge sheet material on two or multiple tracks and that comprises a driven ejection roller and an ejection counter-unit that forms an ejection gap for the sheet material together with the ejection roller,wherein the ejection roller is jointly associated with at least two tracks.22. The output unit in accordance with claim 21 , wherein the ejection gap and a draw-in gap claim 21 , which is formed by the at least one draw-in shaft and the at least one draw-in pressure unit claim 21 , are disposed in a plane that is arranged at least substantially perpendicular in a position of use of the output unit.23. The output unit in accordance with claim 21 , wherein the ...

Apparatus for coreless film roll

The present disclosure relates to an apparatus ( 100 ) or a reusable dispenser adaptable for mounting coreless stretch film ( 106 ) comprising a hollow cylindrical body ( 101 ) with at least one elongated slit ( 102 ) along the length of the cylindrical body wherein, the body has a right portion ( 107 a ) and a left portion ( 107 b ), and an outer wall ( 104 ) in which at least one of the left or right portion ( 107 a, 107 b ) is compressed for slotting into an opening of the film roll ( 106 ), such that the outer wall ( 104 ) mounts firmly onto inner wall ( 105 ) of the opening for grasping the surface of inner sheet of the film roll during dispensing.

Roll medium supporting device and recording apparatus

The roll paper supporting device includes a shaft member that is inserted into a roll paper along an axis of the roll paper; and a flange that includes an insertion hole that allows the shaft member to be inserted and an engagement section engageable with the shaft member, the flange being configured to support the roll paper in an axis direction of the shaft member. The shaft member includes, in a state that the shaft member is inserted into the insertion hole, a fourth engagement groove and a sixth engagement groove that position the flange in the axis direction by engaging the engagement section, and a fifth engagement groove that positions the flange in the axis direction by engaging the engagement section at a position different from the fourth engagement groove and the sixth engagement groove both in the axis direction and in a circumferential direction of the shaft member.

Printer

A printer includes a holder configured to house rolled recording paper, a cover that is attached to the holder to be openable and closable relative to the holder, and a contact part that is attached to the cover and configured to contact the recording paper. The contact part is configured such that the contact part substantially point-contacts the recording paper, and positions on the contact part contacting the recording paper change as the recording paper is unrolled.

LANDMARK TAPE AND LANDMARK DISPENSER

Provided is a machine-readable structure for the spatial orientation of robots, vehicles or other self-orienting systems are applied to a landmark tape. The landmark tape has a multiplicity of separation points for separating tape segments of selectable size that are usable as landmarks. Here, the machine-readable structures are randomly distributed over the landmark tape. A landmark dispenser according to the embodiments comprise a separating apparatus for separating tape segments of a landmark tape. Here, it is possible to dispense with separation points in the landmark tape itself. 1. A landmark tape with applied machine-readable structures for the spatial orientation of robots , vehicles or other self-orienting systems , wherein the landmark tape has a multiplicity of separation points for separating tape segments of selectable size that are usable as landmarks , and the machine-readable structures are randomly distributed over the landmark tape.2. The landmark tape as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the landmark tape is wound up into a roll.3. The landmark tape as claimed in claim 1 , wherein a geometric arrangement claim 1 , a geometric form claim 1 , a geometric pattern claim 1 , a reflectivity claim 1 , a luminosity and/or a color of the machine-readable structures has a random distribution.4. The landmark tape as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the machine-readable structures have geometric patterns of different sizes and/or different types.5. The landmark tape as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the machine-readable structures comprise tape sections with substantially uniform reflectivity situated between adjacent separation points claim 1 , wherein the reflectivities of various such tape sections have a random distribution.6. The landmark tape as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the machine-readable structures are configured as a barcode claim 1 , a QR code and/or an aruco marker.7. The landmark tape as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the separation points have a ...

WEB MATERIAL DISPENSER AND METHOD

A web material dispenser includes a housing and a pivotable roll support assembly provided therein. A first mandrel is provided at a first attachment location of the roll support assembly to support a first roll of web material. A second mandrel is provided at a second location of the roll support assembly to support a second roll of web material. The web material dispenser permits one-handed operation to replace the rolls of web material and to change positions of the mandrels within the dispenser. The roll support assembly may have a linkage arm and/or a roll support arm. Positions of the first and second mandrels relative to the dispenser's opening can be switched by pivoting the linkage arm relative to the housing and by pivoting the roll support arm relative to the linkage arm. A method for switching positions of rolls in the web material dispenser is also provided. 1. A web material dispenser comprising:a housing for housing first and a second rolls of web material, the housing comprising a back-wall member and an opening for dispensing the web material; a roll support arm having first and second ends, at least one of the first and second ends of the roll support arm being spaced-apart from the back-wall member of the housing in the at least one roll changing position and the first and second ends being closer to the back-wall member of the housing in the at least one dispensing position, the at least one dispensing position comprises at least a first dispensing position wherein the first end of the support arm is located above the second end of the support arm and a second dispensing position wherein the second end of the support arm is located above the first end of the support arm;', 'a first mandrel provided at the first end of the roll support arm for supporting a first roll of web material; and', 'a second mandrel provided at the second end of the roll support arm for supporting a second roll of web material., 'a roll support assembly mounted to the ...

CHUCK WITH IMPROVED TORQUE TRANSMISSION AND CENTRALIZATION

An expansible chuck for holding hollow cylindrical cores used for winding and unwinding sheet material. A portion of the chuck body nearest the flange is stepped up so that the diameter of the chuck near the flange is slightly larger than the diameter of the rest of the chuck. The stepped up portion centers the chuck within the core which helps the expanding elements to uniformly grip the core. 1. A chuck for receiving a hollow cylindrical core used for winding and unwinding a sheet of material , the core having an inner diameter (ID) and an outer diameter (OD) , the chuck defining an axis (A) and comprising:a flange adapted to attach the chuck to a rotating support;{'b': '2', 'a body extending axially from the flange, the body comprising one or more stepped portions near the flange and a distal portion farther away from the flange, the distal portion having a constant diameter (D) that is less than the core inner diameter (ID), the distal portion and the core defining a gap therebetween when the core is mounted onto the chuck, the body defining a plurality of recesses; and'}a plurality of expansion elements circumferentially disposed around the body and adapted to grip an inner surface of the core, each expansion element nested within one of the recesses; wherein{'b': 1', '2, 'the one or more stepped portions have a diameter (D) slightly larger than the diameter (D) of the distal portion; and'}the one or more stepped portions are configured to contact the core inner surface and center the chuck inside the core when the core is mounted onto the chuck.2. The chuck of wherein:the one or more stepped portions have an axial length equal to or less than 30 mm.3. The chuck of wherein:the one or more stepped portions have an axial length equal to or less than 20 mm.4. The chuck of wherein:{'b': '1', 'the diameter (D) of the one or more stepped portions is equal to or less than the inner diameter (ID) of the core.'}5. The chuck of wherein:{'b': '1', 'the diameter (D) of the ...

OPENING METHOD AND DEVICE THEREOF

An opening radial dimension is set as a radial direction permissible dimension K of the metal coil as expressed by the following equation or lower. 2. The opening method of claim 1 , wherein the nearest restraining roll is a cradle roll on which the metal coil is mounted.3. The opening method of claim 1 , wherein the plate thickness of the metal sheet is 4.5 mm or greater.4. The opening method of claim 2 , wherein the opening blade body swings about an axis parallel to the cradle roll so as to approach the outer peripheral surface of the metal coil claim 2 , or to move away from the outer peripheral surface of the metal coil.5. The opening method of claim 4 , wherein a path of a leading end of the opening blade body is orthogonal to the outer peripheral surface of the metal coil.6. The opening method of claim 1 , wherein the metal sheet is cut with the inner peripheral surface of the metal sheet supported by the opening blade body and the leading end of the metal sheet in a free state.7. The opening method of claim 6 , wherein a cutting process is performed by gas cutting claim 6 , laser cutting claim 6 , or plasma cutting.8. The opening method of claim 7 , wherein cutting of the metal sheet is performed with the opening blade body covered by a protector.9. The opening method of claim 6 , wherein a test sample obtained by cutting the leading end portion of the metal sheet separated from the outer peripheral surface of the metal coil using the opening blade body claim 6 , is allowed to fall downward and is collected.11. The opening device of claim 10 , wherein the nearest restraining roll is a cradle roll on which the metal coil is mounted.12. The opening device of claim 10 , wherein the plate thickness of the metal sheet is 4.5 mm or greater.13. The opening device of claim 11 , further comprising a swing mechanism that swings the opening blade body about an axis parallel to the cradle roll such that the opening blade body is able to advance toward claim 11 , or ...

Brake assembly for a tape dispenser

A tape dispenser housing wound adhesive tape includes a brake spoke tapering (i.e., narrowing) from a distal radial end to a proximal radial end relative to a tape rotational axis, wherein the brake spoke effectuates the braking of wound adhesive tape on a hub by contacting the wound adhesive tape, the hub, or both simultaneously.

BRAKE ASSEMBLY FOR A TAPE DISPENSER

A tape dispenser housing wound adhesive tape includes a brake spoke tapering (i.e., narrowing) from a distal radial end to a proximal radial end relative to a tape rotational axis, wherein the brake spoke effectuates the braking of wound adhesive tape on a hub by contacting the wound adhesive tape, the hub, or both simultaneously. 1. A tape dispensing system comprising:a new roll of wound adhesive tape carried by a hub, the new roll of wound adhesive tape defining an annular sidewall concentric with a hub axis; anda brake spoke carried by a side member on a tape dispenser, wherein the new roll of wound adhesive tape is disposed within the tape dispenser, and the brake spoke is aligned to extend entirely along the annular sidewall and adapted to contact the annular sidewall to impart a braking force after tape is unwound from the roll.2. The tape dispensing system of claim 1 , wherein the brake spoke includes:a first end opposite a second end, wherein the first end is positioned radially closer to the hub axis than the second end; anda free terminal end wall spaced from the side member on the tape dispenser extending the between the first and second end.3. The tape dispensing system of claim 2 , wherein the second end is positioned opposite a radial outermost edge on the annular sidewall of the adhesive tape.4. The tape dispensing system of claim 2 , wherein the first end is offset from a radial innermost edge on the annular sidewall of the adhesive tape.5. The tape dispensing system of claim 2 , wherein the first end is positioned opposite a radial innermost edge on the annular sidewall of the adhesive tape.6. The tape dispensing system of claim 2 , wherein the first end is positioned opposite a radial innermost edge on the hub relative to the hub axis.7. The tape dispensing system of claim 2 , wherein the free terminal end is closer to the annular sidewall near the second end than near the first end.8. The tape dispensing system of claim 2 , wherein the free ...

BRAKE ASSEMBLY FOR A TAPE DISPENSER

A tape dispenser housing wound adhesive tape includes a brake spoke tapering (i.e., narrowing) from a distal radial end to a proximal radial end relative to a tape rotational axis, wherein the brake spoke effectuates the braking of wound adhesive tape on a hub by contacting the wound adhesive tape, the hub, or both simultaneously. 1. A tape dispenser comprising:a first side member and an opposing second side member;an axle extending between the first and second side members defining a hub axis;a hub carrying wound adhesive tape therearound configured to be unwound and dispensed, and the hub positioned concentric around the axle to rotate about the hub axis;a first brake spoke extending from a first inner surface on the first side member and a free end wall on the first brake spoke, wherein when the first side member is flexed, and the end wall effectuates braking of the adhesive tape and the hub by contacting one of the following (i) only the adhesive tape, (ii) only the hub, and (iii) the adhesive tape and the hub simultaneously; andan imaginary radial line extending radially from the hub axis, wherein the imaginary radial line intersects the first brake spoke in at least two points.2. The tape dispenser of claim 2 , wherein the imaginary radial line intersects the first brake spoke at only two points.3. The tape dispenser of claim 2 , wherein the brake spoke has an arcuate profile.4. The tape dispenser of claim 3 , wherein the imaginary radial line intersects the brake spoke adjacent first and second ends of the arcuate profile.5. The tape dispenser of claim 2 , wherein the imaginary radial line intersects the brake spoke at first and second ends.6. The tape dispenser of claim 5 , wherein the imaginary radial line does not intersect an intermediate portion of the brake spoke.7. The tape dispenser of claim 2 , further comprising a plurality of brake spokes claim 2 , wherein the first brake spoke is one brake spoke forming the plurality of brake spokes claim 2 , ...

A STAND FOR SELF CONTAINED CARTRIDGE AND METHOD FOR MANUALLY DISPENSING AN EXPANDABLE CUSHIONING WRAP

An unpowered, manually operable apparatus for dispensing cushioning wrap material drawn concurrently from a roll of separator material and a self-contained cartridge that includes a roll of expandable sheet material. The rolls are supported on a stand for rotation about respective parallel, spaced-apart axes. In addition to the roll, the cartridge includes a tensioning assembly and support panels that abut respective ends of the roll. The tensioning assembly and the support panels cooperate with the stand to control rotational resistance of the roll. The rotational resistance causes the expandable sheet material to expand in length and thickness as it is manually pulled from the stand with the separator material, and support surfaces on the stand hold the cartridge and the separator roll in position. When the cartridge containing the expandable sheet material is depleted, the cartridge is readily removed and replaced. 1. A self-contained material supply cartridge , comprisinga roll of expandable sheet material;a pair of laterally-spaced end panels between which the roll is mounted for rotation relative to the end panels about an axis of rotation, the end panels having lower edge portions that project radially beyond the radius of the roll on each side of a plane that includes the axis of rotation;where the end panels are held in abutment with respective ends of the roll by a connector that extends between the end panels, the connector having a collar that bears directly against the side of the end panel opposite the roll, and the end panel directly engages the end of the roll.2. A cartridge as set forth in claim 1 , where the connector is adjustable to vary pressure applied to the ends of the roll by the end panels.3. A cartridge as set forth in claim 1 , where the roll includes a hollow core around which the expandable sheet material is wound and through which the connector is received claim 1 , and the connector includes end caps received in respective ends of the ...

Web material dispenser

A web material dispenser for housing two or more rolls is provided. The web material dispenser includes a housing having a fixed housing portion provided with a first roll support assembly coupled thereto for supporting a first roll of web material. The housing further has a movable housing portion, movable between a closed position and an open position, provided with a second roll support assembly coupled thereto for supporting a second roll of web material. The fixed and movable housing portions defining a housing chamber therebetween when the movable portion is in the closed position, for at least partially enclosing the two or more rolls of web material within the housing chamber. The movable portion is moved to the open position for providing access to the two or more rolls and allowing replacement of at least one of the first and second rolls.

Printing apparatus and sheet winding method

A printing apparatus includes: a printing unit configured to perform printing on a sheet; a driving unit configured to apply a rotational force to a roll member that is rotatably held; and a pressing unit having a roller configured to apply a pressing force to an outer peripheral surface of a roll sheet wound around the roll member, wherein the pressing unit changes the pressing force in a sequence in which the driving unit applies a rotational force to the roll member and a sheet that has passed through the printing unit is wound.

Sheet supplying apparatus and printing apparatus

A trailing portion of a sheet drawn out of a sheet roll is discharged with a simple configuration. In a case where a trailing portion of the sheet is drawn out of the sheet roll, a driven roller is brought into press-contact with a core of the sheet roll via the trailing portion, whereby the trailing portion is discharged by utilizing the rotation of the core of the sheet roll.

Wall Covering Assembly

A wall covering assembly includes a sheet that is rolled onto itself to form a roll. An adhesive layer is coupled to the sheet and the adhesive layer adheres to a support surface thereby retaining the sheet on the support surface for ornamental purposes. A rolling unit is provided and the roll is rotatably coupled thereto thereby facilitating the sheet to be selectively drawn off of the rolling unit. The rolling unit is manipulated thereby facilitating the sheet to be applied to the support surface. A heating unit is coupled to the rolling unit and the heating unit is in thermal communication with the rolling unit. The heating unit selectively heats the rolling unit when the heating unit is turned on thereby communicating the heat to the adhesive layer for activation. 1. A wall covering assembly being configured to adhere a sheet to a support surface thereby enhancing and changing an ornamental appearance of the support surface , said assembly comprising:a sheet being rolled onto itself to form a roll;an adhesive layer being coupled to said sheet, said adhesive layer being configured to adhere to the support surface thereby retaining said sheet on the support surface for ornamental purposes; a first member being configured to be gripped, said first member having a first end and a second end,', 'a tube having a first end and a second end, said tube being coupled to said first end of said first member having said tube being oriented perpendicular to said first member, said first member being centrally positioned between said first and second ends of said tube,', 'a pair of second members, and', 'a pair of grips, each of said grips being comprised of a resiliently bendable material, said first and second ends corresponding to each of said grips being biased toward each other, each of said grips engaging said roll such that said roll is positioned parallel to and spaced from said tube; and, 'a rolling unit having said roll being rotatably coupled thereto thereby ...

Combination Key Chain and Tape Dispenser

A combination key chain and tape dispenser is provided. The tape dispenser includes a cylindrical housing having first portion hingedly connected to a second portion defining an interior volume therebetween. The interior volume comprises a plurality of compartments configured to receive a roll of tape, wherein each compartment is separated by a partition. The first portion comprises an aperture adapted to receive an elongated strip of tape therethrough. The second portion comprises a serrated edge adapted to cut the tape. Tape can be fed through the aperture, secured over a gap between a stall door and an adjacent partition panel to ensure privacy and security in the restroom, and severed from the device using the serrated edge. A keyring attachment is secured to the second portion thereby allowing the user to attach the device to or remove the device from an article for easy transportation and use. 1) A combination key chain and tape dispenser , comprising:a housing having a first portion hingedly connected to a second portion defining an interior volume therebetween;wherein the interior volume comprises a compartment configured to receive a roll of tape therein;a fastener attached to the housing adapted to secure the first portion to the second portion;an aperture in the housing is configured to receive an elongated strip of tape therethrough; anda serrated edge disposed along the housing.2) The combination key chain and tape dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the interior volume comprises a plurality of compartments separated by a partition.3) The combination key chain and tape dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the housing is a cylindrical shape.4) The combination key chain and tape dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the first portion and the second portion are semi-circular cross-sections that form a cylinder when secured together.5) The combination key chain and tape dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the fastener is a snap connection between the first portion having a male ...

APPARATUS FOR EXCHANGING PAPER ROLLS

An apparatus for exchanging paper rolls includes a paper supply mechanism having an inclined arm and a clamp assembly for receiving and holding a first paper roll; a second-roll hanger assembly arranged above the paper supply mechanism for receiving and holding a second paper roll; a slide rail arranged between the paper supply mechanism and the second-roll hanger assembly; an elevating assembly movably mounted to the slide rail; and a driving assembly for driving the elevating assembly to move along the slide rail. The elevating assembly picks up the second paper roll from the second-roll hanger assembly. To exchange the first paper roll with the second paper roll, the clamp assembly pushes the first paper roll away from the paper supply mechanism, and the elevating assembly lowers down along the slide rail to place the second paper roll in the paper supply mechanism. 2. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the free end of the inclined arm defines a collecting position to receive and hold the first paper roll ejected and pushed out of the recess of the inclined arm by the clamp assembly.3. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the clamp assembly is coupled by a clamp axle to the inclined arm at a location beside the recess claim 1 , and the clamp assembly is drivable by a clamp driver to rotate about a rotation center defined by the clamp axle.4. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the second paper roll hanger is coupled by a second paper roll hanger axle to the machine frame claim 1 , and the second paper roll hanger is drivable by a second paper roll hanger driver to rotate about a rotation center defined by the second paper roll hanger axle.5. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the elevating assembly comprises a slide block claim 1 , the elevating hanger being coupled by an elevating hanger axle to the slide block claim 1 , the slide block being drivable by the driving assembly to move in the vertical direction along the slide ...

SHEET CONVEYOR AND IMAGE FORMING SYSTEM

A sheet conveyor includes: a holder that detachably holds a sheet roll; a rotation measuring device that measures a rotation amount of the sheet roll; a conveyance roller that conveys a sheet pulled out from the sheet roll held by the holder; a tensioner that is provided between the holder and the conveyance roller and that contacts with the sheet pulled out from the sheet roll toward the conveyance roller; a position detector that detects a position of the tensioner; a motor that generates driving force for rotating the conveyance roller; and a controller that controls the motor. The controller estimates a diameter of the sheet roll based on a conveyance amount of the sheet caused by rotation of the conveyance roller, a rotation amount of the sheet roll measured by the rotation measuring device, and a position of the tensioner detected by the position detector. 1. A sheet conveyor , comprising:a holder configured to detachably hold a sheet roll;a rotation measuring device configured to measure a rotation amount of the sheet roll;a conveyance roller configured to convey a sheet pulled out from the sheet roll held by the holder;a tensioner provided between the holder and the conveyance roller and configured to contact with the sheet pulled out from the sheet roll toward the conveyance roller;a position detector configured to detect a position of the tensioner;a motor configured to generate driving force for rotating the conveyance roller; anda controller configured to control the motor,wherein the controller is configured to estimate a diameter of the sheet roll based on a conveyance amount of the sheet caused by rotation of the conveyance roller driven by the motor, the rotation amount of the sheet roll measured by the rotation measuring device, and the position of the tensioner detected by the position detector.2. The sheet conveyor according to claim 1 , further comprising a conveyance measuring device configured to measure the conveyance amount of the sheet ...

BRAKE ASSEMBLY FOR A TAPE DISPENSER

A tape dispenser housing wound adhesive tape includes a brake spoke tapering (i.e., narrowing) from a distal radial end to a proximal radial end relative to a tape rotational axis, wherein the brake spoke effectuates the braking of wound adhesive tape on a hub by contacting the wound adhesive tape, the hub, or both simultaneously. 1. A tape dispenser comprising:a first side member and an opposing second side member;an axle defining a hub axis;a hub carrying wound adhesive tape configured to be unwound and dispensed, and the hub positioned concentric around the axle to rotate about the hub axis;a first brake spoke extending from a first inner surface on the first side member to a free end wall on the first brake spoke, wherein when the first side member is displaced, and the free end wall effectuates braking of the adhesive tape and the hub by contacting one of the following (i) only the wound adhesive tape and (ii) the wound adhesive tape and the hub simultaneously;an imaginary radial line extending radially from the hub axis, wherein the imaginary radial line intersects the first brake spoke; andan angular orientation greater than 0° between the first brake spoke and the imaginary radial line relative to a point where the imaginary radial line intersects the first brake spoke.2. The tape dispenser of claim 1 , further comprising:a proximal end of the first bake spoke;a distal end of the first brake spoke; andwherein the first brake spoke is linear between the proximal end and the distal end.3. The tape dispenser of claim 2 , further comprising:wherein the point where the imaginary radial line intersects the first brake spoke is between the proximal end and the distal end.4. The tape dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the imaginary radial line intersects the first brake spoke at only the point.5. The tape dispenser of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of brake spokes claim 1 , wherein the first brake spoke is one of the plurality of brake spokes claim 1 , wherein ...

DISPLAY DEVICES AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME

Disclosed herein are display devices including a flexible electronic display layer that is configured to emit an image. The flexible electronic display layer can, for example, be configured to releasably couple with a flexible supporting layer to increase stiffness of the flexible electronic display layer. Methods of making and using the display devices are also disclosed. 1. A display device comprising: a first side configured to emit an image; and', 'a second side comprising a first section configured to releasably couple a second section., 'a flexible electronic display layer comprising 'a first side comprising the second section, wherein the second side of the flexible electronic display layer is configured to releasably couple with the first side of the flexible supporting layer to increase stiffness of the flexible electronic display layer.', 'a flexible supporting layer comprising2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. The display device of claim 1 , whereinat least one of the first section on the second side of the flexible electronic display layer and the second section on the first side of the flexible supporting layer comprises a release surface; andat least one of the first section on the second side of the flexible electronic display layer and the second section on the second side of the first side of the flexible supporting layer comprises an adhesive.5. The display device of claim 4 , wherein the release surface is siliconized.6. The display device of claim 4 , wherein the release surface comprises a fluoropolymer.7. The display device of claim 4 , wherein the adhesive is a pressure-sensitive Adhesive.8. The display device of claim 1 , wherein:at least one of the first side of flexible supporting layer and the second side of flexible display layer comprises one or more male engaging members; andat least one of the first side of flexible supporting layer and the second side of flexible display layer comprises one or more female engaging member configured to ...

Providing a cutting area with web-like interleaver material

The invention relates to a method for a multitrack provision of web-like interleaved sheet material at a cutting region in which products supplied on multiple tracks are cut into slices and interleaved sheets are introduced which are cut off from the provided interleaved sheet material in the cutting region and for which a normal length is predefined which is dependent on the respective application, in which material webs are removed from at least two material stores which are each associated with one or more tracks; and in which the material consumption of at least one material store is impacted during operation, in particular in dependence on residual quantities in the material stores, in that the length of the interleaved sheets is varied in the respective track or tracks with respect to the normal length at least for this material store.

APPARATUS FOR THE MANUAL OR MACHINE-MADE PRODUCTION OF A TUBE-LIKE PACKAGING MATERIAL AND PACKING STATION

An apparatus for the manual/automatic production of a tube-like packaging material can include a guiding chute with an opening for ejecting the packaging material from a roll arranged in the ejection position, wherein the guiding chute has an inner contour narrowing towards an opening in an ejection direction, a primary seating for at least partly circumferentially gripping the first roll and for holding the first roll in the ejection position, and at least one secondary seating for receiving of at least a second roll for reloading the apparatus, wherein the secondary seating is movable with a second roll between a passive position in which the second roll is outside an ejection position and an active position in which the second roll is arranged in the ejection position or is displaceable from the secondary seating into the primary seating under (e.g. exclusively under) the impact of gravity. 1. An apparatus for manual or automatic production of a tube-like packaging material from a paper strip wound up to a roll , the paper strip defining a roll longitudinal axis and forming an inner hollow space , from which the paper strip is drawable for forming the packaging material , the apparatus comprising:a guiding chute including:an opening configured to eject the packaging material from one or more rolls arranged in an ejection position,an inner contour narrowing in an ejection direction towards the opening;a primary seating configured to at least partly circumferentially grip a first roll of the one or more rolls and to hold the first roll in the ejection position; andat least one secondary seating configured to receive a second roll of the one or more rolls to reload the apparatus, the secondary seating with the second roll being movable between a passive position, in which the second roll is outside the ejection position, and an active position, in which the second roll is arranged in the ejection position or is shiftable from the secondary seating into the primary ...

APPARATUS FOR AND METHOD OF FOLDING AND WINDING A BAND OF NON-WOVEN FABRIC OF A PREDETERMINED LENGTH

The present invention relates to an apparatus and a method for folding and winding a predetermined length of non-woven fabric used for the industrial production of moistened wipes. The apparatus for folding and winding a predetermined length of non-woven fabric from a roll wound on a core is mounted on a countertop, equipped with a housing, provided with a drive unit. Mounted on a hub () is a cylinder (), to which eccentrically attached are rods () from which at a certain distance is mounted a linear feed (). The hub assembly () with the cylinder () with the rods () and the linear feed () can be mounted vertically or horizontally. 11234. An apparatus for folding and winding a predetermined length of non-woven fabric from a roll wound on a core , mounted on a countertop , equipped with a housing , provided with a drive unit , characterized in that mounted on a hub () is a cylinder () , to which eccentrically attached are rods () from which at a certain distance is mounted a linear feed ().21234. The apparatus claim 1 , according to claim 1 , wherein the hub assembly () with the cylinder () with the rods () and the linear feed () can be mounted vertically or horizontally.3321234324. A method of folding and winding a predetermined length of non-woven fabric from a roll wound on a core claim 1 , characterized in that a rolled out band of material (W) is inserted between rods () claim 1 , followed by cutting followed and by the rotational movement of a cylinder () claim 1 , then folding claim 1 , followed by the material moving longitudinally along a hub assembly () with the cylinder () with the rods () in the direction of a linear feed () claim 1 , and followed the rods () being retracted towards the cylinder () claim 1 , and the folded band of material (W) being taken up by means of the linear feed (). The subject of the invention relates to an apparatus for folding and winding a predetermined length of non-woven fabric used in the industrial production of moistened ...

SYSTEM FOR FACILITATING WRAPPING AND TAPING OF ARTICLES WITH WRAPPING MATERIALS

In a system for facilitating the wrapping and taping of articles with wrapping materials, two or more apparatuses adapted to be secured in adjacent spaced relation on a planar surface are provided so as to support a roll of wrapping material therebetween. Each apparatus has an upper frame member which supports an end of the roll thereon and which includes a cavity for dispensing desired lengths of tape therefrom, and a clamp member adapted to be actuated by a user to removably attach its corresponding apparatus to a ledge of the planar surface so that the supported roll is parallel to and above the planar surface. 1. A system for facilitating the wrapping and taping of articles with wrapping materials , comprising: an upper frame member adapted to contact a horizontal table top surface with bearing pressure and including an elongate spindle formed on an inner facing side surface thereof which extends from the inner facing side surface in a direction transverse thereto and which is adapted for insertion into a hollow interior end of the wrapping paper roll, the upper frame member further including a recessed cavity formed therein on a side opposite that of spindle, the cavity adapted to retain a tape roll therein to access desired tape lengths in the taping of the articles with wrapping paper, and a rear upper flange member providing a grip surface for grasping by the thumb of a user, and', 'a pivotable clamp member attached to the upper frame member at a hinge axle, the clamp member adapted to be actuated against spring pressure so as to open relative to the upper frame member and attach the apparatus to the vertical side ledge of the table, with the clamp member and the upper planar member contacting respective table top and underside surfaces of the table with bearing pressure so that the spindle is parallel to the table top., 'a pair of distinct and separate apparatuses with no physical connective structure connecting them together as an integral unit, one ...

MODULAR LIQUID WASTE TREATMENT INTEGRATED FIN MEMBERS, STRUCTURE, ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE

A fin assembly apparatus which comprising a product dispensing stand for supporting a fabric product, a movable fin insertion apparatus for overlapping the fabric product and forming a fin opening, a movable fin sandwiching apparatus for forming a fin member, a pair of spaced apart guide tracks for supporting the movable fin sandwiching apparatus and the movable fin insertion apparatus, and a control panel for controlling operation of the fin assembly apparatus during manufacture of the fin member. 1. A fin assembly apparatus for manufacture of a fin assembly , the fin assembly apparatus comprising:a product dispensing stand for supporting a fabric product,a pair of spaced apart guide tracks for supporting a movable fin sandwiching apparatus and a movable fin insertion apparatus with the product dispensing stand being located therebetween,the movable fin insertion apparatus facilitating overlapping of the fabric product and formation of a fin opening,the movable fin sandwiching apparatus facilitating formation of a fin member, anda control panel for controlling operation of the fin assembly apparatus during manufacture of the fin assembly.2. The fin assembly apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the product dispensing stand is stationary and facilitates periodically dispensing fabric product claim 1 , and the product dispensing stand generally comprises a framework which supports at least one roll that facilitates dispensing of the fabric product during manufacture of the fin assembly.3. The fin assembly apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the movable fin insertion apparatus is movable both toward the product dispensing stand into an extended position and movable away from the product dispensing stand into a retracted position claim 2 , andthe movable fin sandwiching apparatus is movable both toward the product dispensing stand into an extended position and movable away from the product dispensing stand into a retracted position.4. The fin assembly apparatus ...

Pharmaceutical Packaging Apparatus, Method Of Determining Remaining Quantity Of Pharmaceutical Packaging Paper And Pharmaceutical Packaging Paper Roll

Medicine packaging apparatuses and methods for accurately determining a remaining sheet amount of a medicine packaging sheet are described. The apparatus includes: a roll support section to which a core tube of a medicine packaging sheet roll is attached; a sensor disposed in the roll support section for outputting a count value according to a rotation amount; a wireless reader-writer unit for writing information to a core tube IC tag and reading said information; an information generation section for generating information to be written to the core tube IC tag; a remaining sheet amount estimation section for estimating a current amount of remaining sheet based on the information and dimensional information of the core tube; and a controller which selectively performs an operation if a reference time-point count value is not yet written to the core tube IC tag and another operation if the count value is already written thereto. 1. A medicine packaging apparatus for packaging medicine by one package by using a medicine packaging sheet roll , the apparatus comprising:a roll support section to which a core tube of the medicine packaging sheet roll is attached;a packaging unit for packaging medicine by one package by using a medicine packaging sheet supplied from the medicine packaging sheet roll in which the core tube is attached to the roll support section;a communications section for writing information to a storage medium provided in the core tube attached to the roll support section; andan information generation section for generation of, as information writable to the storage medium: rotation amount information as of reference sheet-remaining amount timing which is the rotation amount information indicating a rotation amount of a rotating shaft portion of the roll support section upon unwinding of a packaging sheet by a predetermined length from the medicine packaging sheet roll at a reference time-point; and one or a plural pieces of rotation amount information ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR AUTOMATIC ADJUSTMENT OF FABRIC SUPPORT

An apparatus and method for supporting sheet material, comprising a frame including a first arm and a second arm, the second arm in communication with the first arm to support a roll of the sheet material there-between, and a drive roller for transporting the sheet material from the roll. The first arm and the second arm automatically resize the frame corresponding to the dimensions of the roll of the sheet material to provide constant tension in the roll of sheet material by controlling a position of the roll of the sheet material. 1. A support for sheet material , comprising:a frame including a first arm and a second arm, the second arm in communication with the first arm to support a roll of the sheet material there-between; anda drive roller for transporting the sheet material from the roll;wherein the first arm and the second arm automatically resize the frame corresponding to the dimensions of the roll of the sheet material to provide constant tension in the roll of sheet material by controlling a position of the roll of the sheet material.2. The support of claim 1 , wherein the first arm and the second arm are connected by the drive roller.3. The support of claim 1 , wherein either the first arm or the second arm is maintained in a constant position.4. The support of claim 1 , wherein the first arm and the second arm are movable.5. The support of claim 1 , further comprising a controller for adjusting the position of the roller within the cradle claim 1 , the controller comprising a processor claim 1 , a memory claim 1 , and a communications adapter.6. The support of claim 5 , further comprising one or more sensors for:monitoring the position of the roll of sheet material; andcommunicating the position of the roll of sheet material to the controller.7. The support of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of rollers.8. The support of claim 7 , wherein the plurality of rollers includes at least one drive roller and at least one idle roller.9. The support of ...

MEDIUM HANDLING

Medium handling apparatuses and methods of media handling, both for use in printing devices, are disclosed herein. An example of a medium handling apparatus includes a first transport roller to convey a medium and a first drive mechanism to rotate the first transport roller at a first rate. This example of the medium handling apparatus additionally includes a second transport roller to convey the medium and a second drive mechanism to rotate the second transport roller at a second rate. This example of the medium handling apparatus further includes a coupling assembly to disengage the second transport roller from the second drive mechanism to allow the medium to rotate the second transport roller at the first rate. 1. A medium bundling apparatus for use in a priming device , comprising:a first transport roller to convey a medium;a first drive mechanism to rotate the first transport roller at a first rate;a second transport roller to convey the medium;a second drive mechanism to rotate the second transport roller at a second rate; anda coupling assembly to disengage the second transport roller from the second drive mechanism to allow the medium to rotate the second transport roller at the first rate.2. The medium handling apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a drive roller assembly adjacent the first transport roller to convey the medium to a printzone of the printing device at a third rate.3. The medium handling apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising an additional coupling assembly to disengage the first transport roller from the first drive mechanism to allow the medium to rotate the first transport roller at the third rate.4. The medium handling apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising:a plurality of media supplies; anda media path to selectively couple one of the media supplies to the second transport roller.5. The media handling apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising an encoder assembly coupled to at least one of the first transport roller claim 1 , ...

STAND FOR SELF CONTAINED CARTRIDGE AND METHOD FOR MANUALLY DISPENSING AN EXPANDABLE CUSHIONING WRAP

An unpowered, manually operable apparatus for dispensing cushioning wrap material drawn concurrently from a roll of separator material and a self-contained cartridge that includes a roll of expandable sheet material. The rolls are supported on a stand for rotation about respective parallel, spaced-apart axes. In addition to the roll, the cartridge includes a tensioning assembly and support panels that abut respective ends of the roll. The tensioning assembly and the support panels cooperate with the stand to control rotational resistance of the roll. The rotational resistance causes the expandable sheet material to expand in length and thickness as it is manually pulled from the stand with the separator material, and support surfaces on the stand hold the cartridge and the separator roll in position. When the cartridge containing the expandable sheet material is depleted, the cartridge is readily removed and replaced. 111-. (canceled)12. A method of dispensing cushioning wrap material from an unpowered apparatus , the method comprising the step of concurrently manually pulling interleaf material from a first roll rotatably secured to a frame and expandable sheet material in an unexpanded form from a replaceable cartridge secured to the frame while maintaining rotational resistance of the second roll such that the expandable sheet material expands to a proper expanded form in thickness and in length , and such that the interleaf material and expandable sheet material in expanded form are in abutting face-to-face contact.13. A method as set forth in claim 12 , where the manually pulling step is a first manual pulling step claim 12 , and further comprising the steps of of adjusting the rotational resistance of the second roll after the first manual pulling step claim 12 , and a second manual pulling step that includes manually pulling the interleaf material from the first roll and expandable sheet material from the second roll such that the expandable sheet material ...

Printing apparatus and paper supply apparatus

A printing apparatus includes a first and a second housing parts, a printing part, and a conveying part which includes a holding part that holds a first paper sheet and a second paper sheet in an overlapped state and respectively pulled out from a first paper roll and a second paper roll, and conveys the first paper sheet out of the first paper sheet and the second paper sheet held by the holding part to the printing part. The holding part includes a contacting member contacting the second paper sheet out of the first paper sheet and the second paper sheet in an overlapped state, and an opposing member arranged opposing the contacting member and contacting the first paper sheet. A first frictional force between the contacting member and the second paper sheet is larger than a second frictional force between the opposing member and the first paper sheet.

FIXING APPARATUS AND AUTOMATIC SYSTEM

A fixing structure for fixing a reel is disclosed. The fixing structure includes a shaft having a first end having a first plurality of protrusions, and a second end having a second plurality of protrusions, wherein each of the first plurality of protrusions and one of its adjacent protrusions have a first recess therebetween, and each of the second plurality of protrusions and one of its adjacent protrusions have a second recess therebetween; and a supporting device, including a first supporting portion supporting the first end, and having a first protruding portion abutting the first recess; and a second supporting portion supporting the second end, and having a second protruding portion abutting the second recess. 1. A fixing apparatus for fixing a reel , comprising:a shaft having a first end with a first plurality of protrusions and a second end with a second plurality of protrusions, wherein each of the first plurality of protrusions and one of its adjacent protrusions have a first recess therebetween, and each of the second plurality of protrusions and one of its adjacent protrusions have a second recess therebetween; and a first supporting portion supporting the first end, and having a first protruding portion engaging the first recess when the first supporting portion accommodates the first end;', 'a second supporting portion supporting the second end, and having a second protruding portion engaging the second recess when the second supporting portion accommodates the second end;', 'a first component disposed on the first supporting portion, and having a first protruding element fixing the first supporting portion and the first end; and', 'a second component disposed on the second supporting portion, and having a second protruding element fixing the second supporting portion and the second end., 'a supporting device, including2. The fixing device as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising:a reference axis passing through the shaft and the supporting device; ...

VAPOR BARRIER TAPE DISPENSER AND METHOD

The dispenser includes an elongate handle with a bracket at a distal end thereof. The bracket rotatably supports a spindle which can removably hold a roll of tape thereon. A compression roller is also rotatably supported by the bracket. Tape is routed off of the roll mounted on the spindle and around the compression roller so that an adhesive side of the tape is facing downwardly and pressed between the compression roller and an underlying surface. A worker grasps the handle and presses down on the handle, especially with a lead hand, with sufficient force so that the compression roller presses down on the tape to securely attach the tape to surfaces adjacent to a line being followed with the dispenser, such as a seam between sheets of vapor barrier underlying a concrete foundation pour. 1. A dispenser for taping a seam between vapor barrier sheets , the dispenser comprising in combination:an elongate handle having a distal end opposite a proximal end;a bracket attached to said handle at a location closer to said distal end than to said proximal end;said bracket including a tape roll holding spindle rotatably supported by said bracket; anda compression roller spaced from said spindle and rotatably supported by said bracket.2. The dispenser of wherein a pair of forks extend away from said handle to lower tips spaced from each other claim 1 , said compression roller rotatably supported through said lower tips of said forks of said bracket.3. The dispenser of wherein an axle extends between said lower tips of said forks claim 2 , said axle oriented perpendicular to said handle with a wheel located upon said axle having a surface thereof acting as said compression roller claim 2 , said wheel rotatable relative to said forks.4. The dispenser of wherein said axle of said wheel is fixed to said wheel with said axle residing within a journal bearing rotatably supporting said axle relative to said forks.5. The dispenser of wherein an arm extends from one of said forks claim ...

Automatic roller clamp

A media roll holder assembly a web-based printing system comprises a support for rotatably supporting the roll in an operative position, a holding element for rotatably holding the roll on the support, and a pivotable arm on which the holding element is provided. The pivotable arm is formed and positioned to position the holding element on the roll, such that a lifting force for lifting the roll from the support results in a holding force on the holding element in the first angular direction for holding the roll in the operative position on the support. The roll is then rotatably secured in its operative without excess angular forces acting on the roll. As the rotation of the roll is substantially unimpeded, the medium may be transported with great precision, resulting in high quality printing.

REEL UNWINDER WITH SYSTEM FOR LOADING AND UNLOADING THE REELS

Disclosed is an unwinder with system for loading and unloading reels. The unwinder includes a rotating support with a rotation axis and provided with engaging members for engaging the reels. The unwinder further includes a positioning system for loading the reels onto the rotating support and an unloading system for unloading the reels from the rotating support. The positioning system includes a first conveyor for the reels and a pusher configured and arranged to push the reels from the first conveyor towards abutment members defining a pick-up position where the reel is taken by the rotating support. The positioning system and the unloading system are arranged at opposite sides of the rotating support. 124-. (canceled)26. The unwinder of claim 25 , wherein the reel positioning system is configured so that claim 25 , in the pick-up position claim 25 , the reel is arranged with the axis thereof on approximately a circular path of the engaging members.27. The unwinder of claim 25 , wherein the first conveyor has a reel feeding movement substantially parallel to the rotation axis of the rotating support claim 25 , and the pusher has a movement substantially orthogonal to the rotation axis of the rotating support.28. The unwinder of claim 25 , wherein the pusher comprises a pivoting arm claim 25 , swinging around an articulation axis substantially parallel to the rotation axis of the rotating support.29. The unwinder of claim 26 , wherein the pusher comprises a pivoting arm claim 26 , swinging around an articulation axis substantially parallel to the rotation axis of the rotating support.30. The unwinder of claim 28 , wherein the articulation axis is arranged at a height lower than the first conveyor.31. The unwinder of claim 29 , wherein the articulation axis is arranged at a height lower than the first conveyor.32. The unwinder of claim 25 , wherein the abutment members comprise two abutment elements for the reels claim 25 , spaced from each other along a direction ...

MEDIA CONVEYANCE DEVICE, PRINTER, AND CONTROL METHOD OF A MEDIA CONVEYANCE DEVICE

A control method of a media conveyance device enables accurately detecting media slack by a detection mechanism with multiple emitters and multiple photodetectors disposed opposite the emitters. A printer (media conveyance device) has a controller that controls a delivery mechanism, a conveyance mechanism that conveys media, a delivery mechanism, and a conveyance mechanism, and controls conveying roll paper; a first detector including a first emitter and first photodetector; and a second detector including a second emitter and second photodetector. When driving the conveyance mechanism, the controller selectively controls the first emitter and first photodetector to emit, and drives a spindle based on signal output from the first detector when first emitter emits, and signal output from the second detector when second emitter emits. 1. A media conveyance device comprising:a paper roll rotating mechanism having a spindle to support a paper roll, and configured to drive the spindle and rotate the paper roll;a conveyance mechanism configured to convey media delivered from the paper roll;a controller configured to control the paper roll rotating mechanism and the conveyance mechanism, and convey media delivered from the paper roll;a first detector including a first emitter and first photodetector disposed vertically below the spindle, and outputting to the controller a signal based on the amount of light detected by the first photodetector; anda second detector including a second emitter disposed vertically below the first emitter and a second photodetector disposed vertically below the first photodetector, and outputting to the controller a signal based on the amount of light detected by the second photodetector;the controller selectively driving the first emitter and second emitter when driving the conveyance mechanism, and driving the spindle based on signal output from the first detector when the first emitter emits, and signal output from the second detector when ...

PRINTER

A printer includes a holder configured to house rolled recording paper, a cover that is attached to the holder to be openable and closable relative to the holder, and a contact part that is attached to the cover and configured to contact the recording paper. The contact part is configured such that the contact part substantially point-contacts the recording paper, and positions on the contact part contacting the recording paper change as the recording paper is unrolled. 1a printer body including a holder;a cover configured to open and close the holder, the cover and the holder forming a housing chamber for housing rolled recording paper; anda sound-absorbing material including one or more angled portions and disposed in the housing chamber such that the recording paper contacts the sound-absorbing material as the recording paper is unrolled,wherein the sound-absorbing material is configured to substantially point-contact the recording paper.. A printer, comprising: The present application is a divisional application of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/556,350 filed on Sep. 7, 2017, which is a National Stage Entry of PCT International Application No. PCT/JP2016/057958 filed on Mar. 14, 2016, which is based upon and claims priority to Japanese Patent Application No. 2015-058725 filed on Mar. 20, 2015, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.An aspect of this disclosure relates to a printer.There is a known printer that includes a printer body including a paper holder for holding a recording paper roll and a holder cover rotatably supported by the printer body.In a method of setting a recording paper roll in the paper holder, the core of the recording paper roll is attached to a paper-feed shaft of the paper holder. Also, drop-in-type printers are becoming popular. A drop-in-type printer is configured such that a recording paper roll can be easily placed in a paper holder without passing a paper-feed shaft through the recording paper roll. ...

Device for Automatically Unwinding Web-Shaped Materials and Method for Operating Such a Device

A device for automatically unwinding web-shaped materials () from a master roll (), and to a method for operating a device of this type are disclosed. The device has an infeed arm () and a first drive unit (), wherein the master roll () by way of the winding core () thereof is rotatably mountable on the infeed arm (), and the first drive unit () serves for introducing a driving force into the master roll (). In order for high productivity to be achieved, the unwinder () has an outfeed arm () to which a second drive unit () for introducing a driving force into the master roll () is assigned, wherein the master roll () during an unwinding procedure is transferable from the infeed arm () to the outfeed arm (). The material web () is then unwound from the master roll () which is mounted on the infeed am () down to a predefinable minimum diameter, wherein during the ongoing unwinding procedure the master roll () is subsequently transferred to the outfeed arm () and thereon is further actively unwound, wherein a new master roll () is received by the infeed arm (). Unwinding without interruption is thus enabled. 1. An unwinder for automatically unwinding a material we from a master roll , having an infeed arm and at least one first drive unit , wherein the master roll by way of a winding core thereof is rotatably mountable on the infeed arm , and by way of the drive unit a driving force is introducible into the master roll , characterized in that the unwinder has an outfeed arm to which at least one second drive unit for introducing a driving force into the master roll is assigned , wherein the master roll during an unwinding procedure is transferable from the infeed arm to the outfeed arm.2. The unwinder as claimed in . claim 1 , characterized in that said unwinder has a contact roller which is placeable on a circumference of the master roll which is mounted on the inked arm claim 1 , wherein the material web by way of the contact roller is guided away from the master ...

Dispensing Assembly For Selectively Dispensing A Plurality Of Supplies Of Rolled Sheet Material

In one aspect, the present disclosure is directed to a dispenser assembly for dispensing supplies of sheet material. The dispensing assembly can include a carrier supporting the supplies of sheet material and being moveable along a track between various dispensing positions. The dispenser assembly also can include a carrier pivoting assembly with a lever that engages one of the supplies of sheet material and rotates during dispensing thereof, as well as one or more biased pins connected to the lever and configured to engage locking features provided along the track to support the carrier in one of the dispensing positions. The biased pins further can be configured to retract with rotation of the lever such that they disengage the locking features so the carrier to moves along the track to different dispensing position. Other aspects also are described. 1. A dispenser assembly for selectively dispensing sheet materials from a plurality of supplies of sheet material , comprising:a dispenser housing configured to receive the plurality of supplies of sheet material therein, the dispenser housing having one or more discharge openings configured to enable access to at least one of the plurality of supplies of sheet material;at least one carrier having a carrier body with a plurality of spindles spaced therealong, each spindle configured to receive a first or second supply of sheet material of the plurality of supplies of sheet material, and the at least one carrier configured to move along a track defined along the dispenser housing between a first dispensing position for dispensing of the first supply of sheet material and a second dispensing position for dispensing of the second supply of sheet material; and a pivotable lever configured to engage the first supply of sheet material when the at least one carrier in the first dispensing position, wherein the lever pivots as sheet material is dispensed from the first supply of sheet material; and', 'a plurality of biased ...

FEED SYSTEM FOR COATING MATERIAL

The invention relates to a system for feeding a coating material from a modular unit to a coating device, said modular unit (-) being provided for the storage and provision of preferably roll-type or coil-type coating material units, in particular edge strips (K) for applying to a narrow side of panel-type workpieces (W) and said feed system having: a feed section () for holding and transporting the coating material; a cassette unit () for guiding the coating material provided by the feed section (); at least one mobile modular unit (-); and a coupling section () for coupling the mobile modular unit (-) to the feed section (), the modular unit (-) holding coating material units. 14042. System for feeding a coating material from a modular unit , said modular unit (-) being provided for the accommodation and provision of preferably roll-like or coil-like coating material units , in particular edge bands (K) for attaching to a narrow side of panel-like workpieces (W) , to a coating device , having:{'b': '20', 'a feed section () for accommodating and transporting the coating material,'}{'b': 25', '20, 'a magazine unit () for guiding the coating material provided by the feed section (),'}{'b': 40', '42, 'at least one movable modular unit (-),'}{'b': 30', '40', '42', '20', '40', '42, 'a coupling section () for coupling the movable modular unit (-) at the feed section (), said modular unit (-) accommodating coating material units.'}24042. System according to claim 1 , in which the at least one modular unit (-) is configured to accommodate cassettes claim 1 , wherein each cassette accommodates a coating material unit (K).34042. System according to claim 2 , in which the at least one modular unit (-) has a grid for accommodating cassettes of a certain width.44042. System according to claim 2 , in which the at least one modular unit (-) has a variable insert for accommodating cassettes of different widths.54042. System according to claim 1 , in which the at least one modular ...

Medical examination paper roll

Medical examination paper rolls that do not have a cardboard core or other means for supporting the full width of the rolled examination paper but instead has a device inserted a limited distance into each edge of the roll to keep it from collapsing, that is easily inserted and removed. 1. A medical examination paper roll comprising:a roll of medical examination paper;two devices inserted into openings of each edge of said roll.2. The medical examination paper roll of wherein said the roll does not have a cardboard core or other roll support within said medical examination paper roll that goes from one end of said medical examination paper roll to the other end.3. The medical examination paper roll of wherein said each of said two devices only go inside said openings a small distance claim 1 , from about 1″ to about 5″.4. The medical examination paper roll of wherein each of said two devices keep said the medical examination paper roll in its rolled form without collapsing until said roll is placed on an examining table at a doctor's office for dispensing.5. The medical examination paper roll of wherein said two devices comprise a gripping piece.6. The medical examination paper roll of wherein said gripping piece extends upward from a cylindrical section of said device.7. The medical examination paper roll of wherein said device further comprises a collar which abuts an outside edge of the medical examination paper roll claim 1 , which limits depth of insertion once said device is inserted into said roll.8. A medical examination paper roll comprising:a roll of medical examination paper;said medical examination paper having perforations so that said paper is easily torn.9. The medical examination paper roll of wherein said perforations are located at same precise distance on said medical examination paper throughout said roll.10. The medical examination paper roll of wherein said perforations in said paper are located at six foot integrals.11. The medical examination ...

POSITIONING MODULE AND DRIVING CONTROL DEVICE OF CARRIER UNIT, INCLUDING SAME

The present invention relates to a positioning module and a driving control device of carrier unit with the positioning module. In the present invention, the positioning module calculates the unwinding length and unwinding angle of a wire which is unwound by an external force. Then, the positioning module sequentially calculates location information of some points on the wire and the speed of the wire. When the speed exceeds the threshold value, the positioning module generates a control signal corresponding to the number of times where the speed exceeds the threshold value, by using the unwinding length and the unwinding angle. 1. Positioning module characterized by comprising:a wire which is unwound by an external force;a length calculation unit calculating the unwinding length when the wire is unwound;an angle calculation unit calculating the unwinding angle when the wire is unwound; anda location information calculation unit calculating the location information of at least some points on the wire by using the unwinding length and the unwinding angle calculated.2. Positioning module of claim 1 , characterized by further including a speed calculation unit calculating a speed value (V) using the moving distance (ΔL) of at least a point on the wire during a unit interval of time (ΔT).3. Positioning module of claim 2 , characterized by further including a control signal generator generating a control signal by comparing the speed value claim 2 , which is calculated in the speed calculated unit claim 2 , with the threshold value set in advance.4. Positioning module of claim 3 , characterized by comprising the control signal generator which generates the control signal corresponding to the number of curves where the speed value exceeds the threshold value within a unit interval of time.5. Positioning module of claim 4 , characterized in that the control signal is one of the control signals that either accelerate claim 4 , decelerate or stop the traveling device.6. ...

Dispensers

A dispenser with a case including a base and a cover that together define an internal storage region, and an adjustable axle assembly, mounted within the internal storage region of case, including an axle and at least one movable stop that is configured to be secured to the axle. 1. A dispenser for use with a rolled object , the dispenser comprising:a case including a base and a cover that together define an internal storage region; andan adjustable axle assembly, mounted within the internal storage region of case, including an axle and at least one movable stop that is configured to be secured to the axle.2. A dispenser as claimed in claim 1 , whereinthe base is secured to the cover by a hinge.3. A dispenser as claimed in claim 1 , whereinthe cover includes a plurality of longitudinally extending slots that allow the internal storage region to be observed from outside the case.4. A dispenser as claimed in claim 1 , whereinthe at least one movable stop comprises a plurality of movable stops.5. A dispenser as claimed in claim 1 , whereinthe at least one movable stop comprises a resilient movable stop.6. A dispenser as claimed in claim 5 , whereinthe axle defines a longitudinal axis and includes a plurality of longitudinally spaced indentations; andthe axle and the resilient movable stop are sized such that the resilient movable stop will be in tension when the resilient movable stop is positioned around the axle and in an indentation.7. A dispenser as claimed in claim 5 , whereinthe axle defines a longitudinal axis and includes a plurality of longitudinally spaced indentation sets, each indentation set including a plurality of longitudinally aligned indentations; andthe axle and the resilient movable stop are sized such that the resilient movable stop will be in tension when the resilient movable stop is positioned around the axle and in an indentation set.8. A dispenser as claimed in claim 7 , whereinthe axle includes first and second planar side walls and a curved ...

Automatic Hand Free Toilet Paper Dispenser

The Automatic Hand-Free Toilet Paper Dispenser will automatic dispense a small amount of toilet paper as the person wave their hand across the electrical sensor. Along with the electric sensor there is a digital display readout that will show the number of sheet being dispense. Once the dispenser run out of sheets there will several flashes on the digital display to let you know that it's time replace the rolls of tissue paper. 1. The Automatic Hand-Free Toilet Paper Dispenser of , wherein the toilet dispenser that will dispenses a reasonable amount of paper when a person waves his or her hands in front of the electric sensor. The Automatic Hand-Free Toilet Paper Dispenser prior provisional patent application No. 62/125, 816, filing date Feb. 2, 2015; granted date Feb. 26, 2015 upon filing receipt.The Automatic Hand-Free Toilet Paper Dispenser is a holder for toilet that will dispense reasonable amount of paper when a person waves his or her hand in front of the electric sensor. There has been several attempts to manufacture the electric toilet tissue dispenser.Automatic Hand-Free Toilet Paper Dispenser is designed to decrease the possibility of introducing unhealthy germs and bacteria when using public toilets in schools, offices, restaurants, theaters, medical facilities, and workplace. This dispenser mounts on the wall by a toilet and will hold two rolls of toilet paper, so attendants don't have to replace them often during the day. It may be battery-power to connect to a wall outlet or other external source for power. The dispenser has an electronic motion sensor located on the side of the cover. The instructions states when the user waves a hand in front of the sensor, a prescribed amount of paper will be unrolled, to be torn away and used.The problems that this dispenser will solve for all consumers everywhere. This will help provide a convenient, hand free way to access toilet paper when using public restroom. Can help eliminate the possibility of touching an ...

Cylindrical Sleeve

An assembly is disclosed. The assembly includes a cylindrical sleeve and a length of material that is wound upon itself defining a wound roll. The cylindrical sleeve includes an inner surface and an outer surface. The inner surface of the cylindrical sleeve defines a passage extending through the cylindrical sleeve. The length of material includes an inner surface and an outer surface. A portion of the inner surface of the length of material forms a passage extending through the wound roll. The outer surface of the cylindrical sleeve is secured to the portion of the inner surface of the length of material that forms the passage extending through the wound roll. At least a portion of the inner surface of the cylindrical sleeve is defined by a Sheffield Smoothness that is less than 350. A method is also disclosed.

Hybrid Dispenser Systems

Certain hybrid dispenser systems and methods of dispensing sheet product are provided. In one example, the method includes dispensing, by the dispenser, an exposed tail of sheet product upon activation of a proximity sensor associated with the dispenser. The method includes dispensing a second length of sheet product in response to a user manually exerting a pull force on the exposed tail. The method includes generating electrical energy using an electrical generator of the dispenser. An amount of electrical energy generated by the electrical generator is based in part on the second length of sheet product pulled by the user. The method includes charging an energy storage device electrically coupled to the electrical generator by transferring energy from the electrical generator to the energy storage device, and modifying the pull force the user exerts to dispense the second length by adjusting an energy transfer rate from the electrical generator to the energy storage device. 1. A method of dispensing sheet product from a dispenser , the method comprising:dispensing, by the dispenser, an exposed tail of sheet product upon activation of a proximity sensor associated with the dispenser, wherein the exposed tail has a first length;dispensing a second length of sheet product in response to a user manually exerting a pull force on the exposed tail, wherein a total length of sheet product dispensed in a dispensing cycle includes the first length and the second length;generating electrical energy using an electrical generator of the dispenser, wherein an amount of electrical energy generated by the electrical generator is based at least in part on the second length of sheet product manually pulled by the user;charging an energy storage device electrically coupled to the electrical generator by transferring energy from the electrical generator to the energy storage device; andadjusting an energy transfer rate from the electrical generator to the energy storage device to ...

METHOD AND SYSTEMS FOR TRACKING CABLE DRUMS AND LENGTH OF CABLE ON THE DRUM

The present disclosure refers to a method and a system for tracking cable drums and length of cable on the drum. A method includes attaching a tracker device with a tracker identifier to a cable drum with a drum identifier, said drum identifier being associated in a database with drum dimensions and with cable dimensions of a cable stored on the drum. The method includes associating in the database the drum identifier also with the tracker identifier. The method includes when an event comprising at least a shock and/or a number of rotations of the cable drum around a longitudinal axis occurs, activating a first electronic circuit of the tracker device including a sensing device that detects at least the event, storing the detected event in a local memory of the tracker device and switching the first electronic circuit to standby mode after the detected event is stored. 1. A method for tracking cable drums comprising:attaching a tracker device with a tracker identifier to a cable drum with a drum identifier, the drum identifier being associated in a database with drum dimensions and with cable dimensions of a cable stored on the drum;associating in the database the drum identifier with the tracker identifier;when an event comprising at least a shock and/or a number of rotations of the cable drum around a longitudinal axis occurs, activating a first electronic circuit of the tracker device including a sensing device that detects the event, storing the detected event in a local memory of the tracker device and switching the first electronic circuit to a standby mode after the detected event is stored;activating a second electronic circuit including a communication circuit that connects to a wireless communication system and a positioning circuit that detects the position coordinates of the tracker device and the cable drum, transmitting, to the database via the communication system, the tracker identifier, the detected position coordinates and the detected events ...

PRINTING APPARATUS AND SHEET WINDING METHOD

A printing apparatus includes: a printing unit configured to perform printing on a sheet; a driving unit configured to apply a rotational force to a roll member that is rotatably held; and a pressing unit having a roller configured to apply a pressing force to an outer peripheral surface of a roll sheet wound around the roll member, wherein the pressing unit changes the pressing force during a sequence in which the driving unit applies a rotational force to the roll member and a sheet that has passed through the printing unit is wound. 1. A printing apparatus comprising:a mount unit configured to mount a roll sheet obtained by winding a continuous sheet into a roll shape;a driving unit configured to rotate the roll sheet mounted on the mount unit;a pressing member configured to press a surface of the roll sheet mounted on the mount unit;a printing unit configured to perform printing on the roll sheet supplied from the mount unit; anda control unit which controls the printing apparatus,wherein the control unit controls the pressing force of the pressing member such that, when the roll sheet is fed from the mount unit toward the printing unit, the pressing member presses a surface of the roll sheet at a first pressing force, and when printing is performed on a roll sheet by the printing unit, the pressing member employs a second pressing force that is smaller than the first pressing force to press a surface of the roll sheet.2. The printing apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the control unit controls the pressing force of the pressing member such that when printing is performed on the roll sheet by the printing unit claim 1 , the pressing member is apart from a surface of the roll sheet.3. The printing apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the control unit controls the pressing force of the pressing member such that when driving of the driving unit is to be stopped claim 2 , the pressing member is brought into contact with a surface of the roll sheet prior to ...

TAPE HOLDER

A tape holder allows a person to hold and dispense masking tape easily when preparing for painting or performing other tape related activities. The tape holder may include a first portion that is capable of sliding into or out of a person's pants pocket while a second portion extends out of the pocket and holds one or more rolls of tape. Embodiments of the tape holder are economically made from a single length of bent rod. The tape holder allows the user to easily and quickly remove and replace a roll of masking tape. 1. A tape holder , comprising;a first portion capable of sliding into or out of a garment pocket; anda second portion extending out of the user's pocket and capable of holding at least one roll of tape;wherein the tape holder allows a person to hold and dispense tape easily when preparing for activities involving use of tape; andwherein the tape holder allows the user to easily and quickly remove and replace a roll of tape.2. The tape holder of claim 1 , further comprising:a rod bent ninety degrees to form said first portion and second portions;said first portion bent into a U shape and being capable of being removeably inserted into a person's pants, or other garment pocket;wherein legs of the U are approximately six inches long and approximately three quarters of an inch apart3. The tape holder of claim 2 , wherein said second portion is bent into a U shape where the leg forming the ninety degree bend is approximately five and one half inches and the other leg is approximately three and one half inches;said second portion legs being approximately one and three quarters of an inch apart from each other;the distance from the end of said three and one half-inch leg of said second portion and a six-inch leg of said first portion is approximately one and three quarters on an inch;said three and three quarter-inch rod length of said second portion capable of removeably receiving a roll of tape when said user places said roll of tape in said one and three ...

PRINTING APPARATUS

A roll sheet with a continuous sheet wound in a roll form is rotated in a forward direction to supply the sheet to a printing unit. A sensor whose output is changed in accordance with a distance between the sensor and the sheet is used. A rotation direction of the roll sheet is switched from an opposite direction to the forward direction on the basis of the output of the sensor during rotation of the roll sheet in the opposite direction. 117.-. (canceled)18. A sheet feeding apparatus , comprising:a driving unit configured to rotate a roll in a first direction for feeding a sheet from the roll formed by winding the sheet and in a second direction opposite to the first direction;a detecting unit configured to detect the sheet of the roll rotating in the second direction;a lower guide that supports the sheet fed from the roll from below; anda contact member configured to contact the roll rotating in the second direction,wherein the sheet feeding apparatus changes the direction of rotation of the roll by the driving unit from the second direction to the first direction according to an output from the detecting unit, andthe contact member is supported by the lower guide on an upstream side of the detecting unit with respect to a direction in which the sheet is fed from the roll.19. The sheet feeding apparatus according to claim 18 , wherein the lower guide moves according to an outer diameter of the roll.20. The sheet feeding apparatus according to claim 18 , further comprising:a pressing member for pressing the lower guide; anda switching unit configured to switch a force of pressing the lower guide by the pressing member.21. The sheet feeding apparatus according to claim 18 , wherein the detecting unit is provided on the lower guide.22. The sheet feeding apparatus according to claim 18 , further comprising a second contact member that contacts the roll claim 18 ,wherein when a sheet leading end portion of the roll rotating in the second direction passes through a ...

Apparatus and system for facilitating wrapping of articles with wrapping materials

An apparatus and a system for facilitating the wrapping of articles with wrapping materials is described. In one example, the system includes two or more apparatuses adapted to be secured in adjacent spaced relation to one another on a planar surface so as to support a roll of wrapping material above the planar surface so as to freely rotate between a pair of apparatuses. Each apparatus includes a clamp assembly adapted to be actuated by a user to removably attach its corresponding apparatus to a ledge of the planar surface so that the supported roll is parallel to and above the planar surface.

UNWINDING OR WINDING ROLLS OF PRINT SUBSTRATE

In one example, a device for unwinding or winding multiple rolls of print substrate includes multiple spindles each to hold a roll of print substrate and a differential operatively connected to one end of each spindle. The spindles are aligned with one another lengthwise along a spindle axis and the differential is to output torque along a differential axis offset from the spindle axis to turn the spindles on the first axis. 1. A device for unwinding or winding multiple rolls of print substrate , the device including:multiple spindles each to hold a roll of print substrate, the spindles in line with one another lengthwise along a spindle axis; anda differential operatively connected to one end of each spindle to output torque along a differential axis offset from the spindle axis to turn the spindles on the spindle axis.2. The device of claim 1 , where each spindle may be disconnected from the differential independent of any other spindle.3. The device of claim 2 , including a support to support the differential and the end of each spindle.4. The device of claim 3 , where each spindle is removable from the support independent of any other spindle.5. The device of claim 4 , where the support includes a latch to hold the end of each spindle in the support claim 4 , the latch movable between a closed position in which the end of each spindle cannot be removed from the support and an open position in which the end of each spindle can be removed from the support.6. The device of claim 5 , where;the end of each spindle includes a bearing surface around the axis; andthe support includes multiple support rollers bearing on each bearing surface to support the end of each spindle while allowing the spindle to rotate with respect to the support.7. The device of claim 6 , where the latch includes a roller bearing on the bearing surface of each spindle when the latch is in the closed position.8. The device of claim 7 , including a driveline aligned lengthwise with the spindle ...

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR STORING AND DISPENSING ROLLED MATERIAL

A device and method for storing and dispensing rolled material are disclosed. The device for storing and dispensing rolled material supports one or more rolls of material, such as wrapping paper. The rolls may be rotated to select a desired roll. A desired roll may have a desired length of material extended from the device without removing the roll from its support within the device. The desired length of material may be cut using a hand tool or using an attached cutting component, which may rotate into position for cutting or may slide along the material as it cuts it. The device may also be enclosed in a storage container, which may be partially or completely opened to access a desired roll of material. The container may also include additional compartments for supplies, such as ribbons. 1. A rolled material dispenser , comprising:a first elongated body, having a first end and a second end and at least one surface extending between the first end and the second end and defining an axis extending through the first end and through the second end;a first retention element; anda first rotation feature connected to the first elongated body;wherein the first retention element is configured to support a roll of rolled material, and wherein the first retention element is rotatable about the axis.2. The rolled material dispenser according to claim 1 , further wherein the first retention element is rotatably connected to the first elongated body such that the first retention element rotates about the axis and relative to the first elongated body.3. The rolled material dispenser according to claim 1 , further wherein the first elongated body is rotatable about the axis at the first rotation feature and the first retention element rotates about the axis simultaneously with the first elongated body.4. The rolled material dispenser according to claim 3 , further comprising a second retention element connected to the first elongated body and closer to the second end along the ...

UNWINDER FOR PAPER CONVERTING

Unwinder for paper converting, comprising a support (1) adapted to support a reel (B) from which a web of paper material is unwound and comprising dragging means acting by contact on said reel (B) and adapted to impose a rotation of the reel coil about the respective longitudinal axis (x) with a predetermined speed, the diameter of the reel (B) varying while the latter rotates. The dragging means have a variable configuration. The unwinder comprises reconfiguration means adapted to vary the configuration of the dragging means on the basis of the instantaneous diameter of the reel (B) and control means (; EU) adapted to control said reconfiguration means such that the contact between the reel (B) and control the dragging means takes place on a contact area () having an angular extension (a) substantially constant while the diameter of the reel (B) varies. 1. An unwinder for paper converting , the unwinder comprising:a support adapted to support a reel from which a web of paper material is unwound;a dragging means acting by contact on said reel for imposing a rotation of the reel about a respective longitudinal axis of the reel with a predetermined speed, a diameter of the reel varying while the reel rotates, said dragging means having a variable configuration, and said dragging means comprising a reconfiguration means for varying the variable configuration of said dragging means based on an instantaneous diameter of the reel; anda control means for controlling said reconfiguration means such that contact between the reel and the dragging means takes place on a contact area having an angular extension substantially constant while the diameter of the reel varies.2. An unwinder according to claim 1 , wherein said dragging means is moved radially toward the longitudinal axis of the reel while the diameter of the it reel decreases.3. An unwinder according to claim 2 , wherein said dragging means is constrained to carriages that slide along corresponding guides oriented ...

SPINDLE AND DISPENSER FOR ROLL PRODUCTS AND METHODS FOR MAKING AND USING SAME

Spindles () adapted to receive a tape roll having a core opening thereof and comprising an elongate body () and at least one spacing member () comprising a protuberance () wherein the protuberance is configured such that it can be configured in a first protruding position and in a second non-protruding position. Also, dispensers comprising such spindles, methods of assembling such dispensers, and methods of dispensing tape from tape rolls mounted on such spindle. 1. A spindle comprising an elongate body , said spindle adapted to receive a tape roll having a core opening and having at least one spacing member that can be configured in a first protruding position and in a second non-protruding position.2. The spindle of wherein said body is generally cylindrical.3. The spindle of wherein said body has a cross section that is not circular.4. The spindle of wherein said spacing member and said body are integral.5. The spindle of wherein spacing member comprises a protuberance that can be configured in a first protruding position and in a second non-protruding position.6. The spindle of wherein said spacing member comprises an arm connecting said protuberance to said body.7. The spindle of wherein said arm is resilient and urges said protuberance into said protruding position.8. The spindle of comprising a spring configured to urge said spacing member into said protruding position.9. The spindle of wherein said spindle comprises two or more spacing members which can be independently configured in a protruding position and in a non-protruding position and which are located at different longitudinal locations.10. The spindle of wherein said spindle comprises two or more spacing members which can be independently configured in a protruding position and a non-protruding position and which are located at equivalent longitudinal locations.11. The spindle of wherein at least one end is configured to engage with a support.12. The spindle of wherein two ends are configured to ...

MEDIUM SUPPLY DEVICE

Provided is a medium supply device including a spindle that supports a medium having a roll shape, a supplying portion that supplies the medium supported by the spindle toward outside, a plurality of support rollers that support the medium in positions between the spindle and the supplying portion, a moving roller that, in a contact position between the support rollers, is capable of coming into contact with a bridging medium extending across the support rollers in a state where a load is applied to the bridging medium and that is capable of moving from the contact position to a non-contact position of non-contact with the bridging medium, and a moving mechanism configured to move the moving roller from the contact position to the non-contact position. 1. A medium supply device comprising:a spindle configured to support a medium having a roll shape;a supplying portion configured to supply the medium supported by the spindle toward outside;a plurality of support rollers configured to support the medium in positions between the spindle and the supplying portion;a moving roller that, in a contact position between the plurality of support rollers, is capable of coming into contact with a bridging medium, which is the medium extending across the plurality of support rollers, in a state where a load is applied to the bridging medium, the moving roller being capable of moving from the contact position to a non-contact position of non-contact with the bridging medium; anda moving mechanism configured to move the moving roller from the contact position to the non-contact position.2. The medium supply device according to claim 1 , wherein the contact position is a position where the moving roller is moved from the non-contact position to a position where a shaft core of the moving roller reaches or passes a shaft core plane connecting respective shaft cores of the plurality of support rollers.3. The medium supply device according to claim 1 , whereinat least one of the ...

MONITORING SYSTEM FOR DISPENSER

In one aspect, the present disclosure is directed to a sheet material dispenser. The dispenser can include support for supporting a supply of the sheet material, and a feed roller arranged along a feed path of the sheet material downstream from the supply of sheet material that is operable to pull the sheet material from the supply of sheet material for feeding thereof. Additionally, the dispenser can include a controller that is in communication with the feed roller and includes programming for monitoring rotation of the feed roller during a dispensing cycle for feeding a selected length of the sheet material from the supply of sheet material. A material supply monitoring system further can be in communication with the controller, and operative to detect a number of rotations or an angle of rotation of the supply sheet material during at least a series of dispensing cycles. 1. A dispenser , comprising:a roll support rotatably supporting a supply of sheet material;a feed roller adjacent the supply of sheet material, the feed roller engaging and feeding a portion of the sheet material from the supply of sheet material along a feed path upon the rotation of the feed roller;a controller including programming for monitoring rotation of the feed roller during a dispensing cycle for dispensing a length of the sheet material from the supply of sheet material; anda material supply monitoring system in communication with the controller, the material supply monitoring system including one or more magnets rotatable with the supply or sheet material, and at least one sensor located adjacent the supply of sheet materials in a position to detect rotation of the one or more magnets with the rotation of the supply of sheet material and provide a signal or series of signals indicative of a number of a number of rotations or an angle of rotation of the supply of sheet material during the dispensing cycle for dispensing the length of sheet material;wherein the monitored number of ...

Material Roll Dispenser

Implementations of a material roll dispenser for holding and dispensing rolls of materials are provided. In some implementations, the material roll dispenser comprises one or more configurations of a roll dispensing assembly, a platform assembly, a handle assembly, and a wheel assembly each configured to telescopingly position and secure onto a vertical member to form the material roll dispenser. 1. A material roll dispenser for holding and dispensing rolls of materials , comprising:a vertically oriented elongated rectangular tube having a plurality of openings through and aligned vertically along a first side of the elongated rectangular tube and an opposite, second side of the elongated rectangular tube, wherein the openings are further aligned in respective pairs horizontally between the first side and the second side; [ each of the rectangular tube segments has an opening through a first side of the rectangular tube segment and an opening through an opposite, second side of the rectangular tube segment, wherein the openings are aligned horizontally between the first side and the second side; and', the first side of the rectangular tube segment positions parallel to the first side of the elongated rectangular tube;', 'the second side of the rectangular tube segment positions parallel to the second side of the elongated rectangular tube; and', 'the openings through the first side and the second side of the rectangular tube segment align with an adjacent respective pair of the openings through the first side and the second side of the elongated rectangular tube; and, 'the rectangular tube segment is configured to telescopingly position onto the elongated rectangular tube, whereby], 'a first of a plurality of rectangular tube segments, wherein, 'a platform comprising a rectangular plate attached to the first rectangular tube segment and extending from a third side of the first rectangular tube segment, wherein the platform is perpendicular to the first side, the ...

PRINTER

A printer includes a medium supplier including a shaft support, to which a supply shaft of a roll medium is detachably attached, a medium temporary placement support located below the shaft support of the medium supplier and that receives and supports the roll medium prior to being attached to the medium supplier, and a conveyor that conveys a medium in a conveyance direction that is perpendicular or substantially perpendicular to an axial direction of the supply shaft, the medium being unwound from the supply shaft. The medium temporary placement support includes a support bar that extends in the axial direction, and a placement seat supported by the support bar. The placement seat includes a placement surface on which the roll medium is placed and that extends in the conveyance direction, and a curved portion that includes a convex curve in an upstream end portion of the placement surface in the conveyance direction. 1. A printer for printing on a roll medium including a supply shaft and a medium wound around the supply shaft , the printer comprising:a medium supplier including a shaft support, to which the supply shaft of the roll medium is detachably attached, and that rotatably supports the roll medium;a medium temporary placement support that is located below the shaft support of the medium supplier, and that receives and supports the roll medium prior to the roll medium being attached to the medium supplier; anda conveyor that conveys the medium in a conveyance direction that is perpendicular or substantially perpendicular to an axial direction of the supply shaft, the medium being unwound from the supply shaft; whereinthe medium temporary placement support includes at least one support bar that extends in the axial direction, and a placement seat supported by the at least one support bar; andthe placement seat includes a placement surface on which the roll medium is placed and that extends in the conveyance direction, and a curved portion that includes a ...

PAPER ROLL DISPENSER

A paper roll dispenser can be installed with a paper roll, which is parallel to a long press plate, which has an upper side connected with a hold-down strip. When the paper of the paper roll contact with the hold-down strip, the paper exceeds the paper roll can produce cutting effect. A guide roller is provided beneath the paper roll and if change the direction of the paper roll, the paper of the paper roll can be connected to a crumpled paper device by means of the guide roller, able to produce an effect of constriction of the paper, thus tallying with demand of ergonomics. 1. A paper roll dispenser comprising:a base provided with an foundation frame, said foundation frame having two sides respectively provided with an erect frame;a carrying device formed with two position-limiting members, said two position-limiting members fixed with said erect frame, said position-limiting member installed with a shaft lever therebetween;a press plate having two ends respectively provided with a interactive member, said interactive members pivotally connected with said erect frame, said interactive members respectively connected with an elastic member, said elastic member having another end connected with said erect frame;a guide device provided with a support rod. Said support rod connected with said erect frame, said guide device parallel to said shaft lever; anda crumpled paper device combined with said foundation frame, said crumpled paper device provided with a cutting member.2. The paper roll dispenser as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said support rod having two ends respectively connected with a stationary member claim 1 , said stationary member having another end fixedly connected with said erect frame.3. The paper roll dispenser as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said cutting member is V-shaped claim 1 , said cutting member having an opening claim 1 , said opening having two sides respectively disposed with a blade.4. The paper roll dispenser as claimed in claim 1 , wherein ...

STAND FOR SELF CONTAINED CARTRIDGE AND METHOD FOR MANUALLY DISPENSING AN EXPANDABLE CUSHIONING WRAP

An unpowered, manually operable apparatus for dispensing cushioning wrap material drawn concurrently from a roll of separator material and a self-contained cartridge that includes a roll of expandable sheet material. The rolls are supported on a stand for rotation about respective parallel, spaced-apart axes. In addition to the roll, the cartridge includes a tensioning assembly and support panels that abut respective ends of the roll. The tensioning assembly and the support panels cooperate with the stand to control rotational resistance of the roll. The rotational resistance causes the expandable sheet material to expand in length and thickness as it is manually pulled from the stand with the separator material, and support surfaces on the stand hold the cartridge and the separator roll in position. When the cartridge containing the expandable sheet material is depleted, the cartridge is readily removed and replaced. 111-. (canceled)12. A method of dispensing cushioning wrap material from an unpowered apparatus , the method comprising the step of concurrently manually pulling interleaf material from a first roll rotatably secured to a frame and expandable sheet material in an unexpanded form from a replaceable cartridge secured to the frame while maintaining rotational resistance of the second roll such that the expandable sheet material expands to a proper expanded form in thickness and in length , and such that the interleaf material and expandable sheet material in expanded form are in abutting face-to-face contact.13. A method as set forth in claim 12 , where the manually pulling step is a first manual pulling step claim 12 , and further comprising the steps of of adjusting the rotational resistance of the second roll after the first manual pulling step claim 12 , and a second manual pulling step that includes manually pulling the interleaf material from the first roll and expandable sheet material from the second roll such that the expandable sheet material ...

TRACKING DRUM ROTATIONS

A method of tracking rotations of a drum includes activating a three axis accelerometer located on a side of the drum, measuring linear accelerations along three orthogonal axes using the accelerometer, determining whether a predetermined angle of the drum has been rotated based on the measured linear accelerations from the accelerometer, activating a gyroscope when it is determined that the predetermined angle of the drum has been rotated, measuring angular speed at the gyroscope, calculating a number of rotations of the drum from the measured angular speed, and deactivating the gyroscope when it is determined that the measured angular speed is lower than a noise floor level. 1. A method of tracking rotations of a drum , the method comprising:activating a three axis accelerometer located on a side of the drum;measuring linear accelerations along three orthogonal axes using the accelerometer;determining whether a predetermined angle of the drum has been rotated based on the measured linear accelerations from the accelerometer;activating a gyroscope when it is determined that the predetermined angle of the drum has been rotated;measuring angular speed at the gyroscope;calculating a number of rotations of the drum from the measured angular speed; anddeactivating the gyroscope when it is determined that the measured angular speed is lower than a noise floor level.2. The method for tracking drums according to claim 1 , wherein the three axis accelerometer is configured to detect shocks above a predetermined threshold force value.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:attaching a tracker device with a tracker identifier to a drum with a drum identifier, the drum identifier being associated in a database with drum dimensions and with dimensions of a material stored on the drum, tracker device comprising the three axis accelerometer and the gyroscope;associating in the database the drum identifier with the tracker identifier;storing the number of rotations in a ...

MEDIUM UNIT

A medium unit, having a tray, a casing, and a pullback assembly, is provided. The tray stores a roll of medium, in which a continuous medium is rolled. The casing supports the tray detachably attached thereto. The pullback assembly pushes the continuous medium from a lower side to pull a loose end of the continuous medium unrolled from the roll of medium in conjunction with a detaching action to move the tray to detach from the casing in an orthogonal direction intersecting orthogonally with a rotation axis of the roll of medium. 1. A medium unit , comprising:a tray configured to store a roll of medium, in which a continuous medium is rolled;a casing configured to support the tray detachably attached thereto; anda pullback assembly configured to push the continuous medium from a lower side to pull a loose end of the continuous medium unrolled from the roll of medium in conjunction with a detaching action to move the tray to detach from the casing in an orthogonal direction intersecting orthogonally with a rotation axis of the roll of medium.2. The medium unit according to claim 1 ,wherein the pullback assembly is configured to push the continuous medium from the lower side to locate the loose end of the continuous medium at a position lower than an upper edge of a frontward portion of the tray in a direction to attach the tray to the casing.3. The medium unit according to claim 1 ,wherein the pullback assembly pushes a part of the continuous medium upward at a position closer to the roll of medium than a central position between the loose end of the continuous medium unrolled from the roll of medium and the roll of medium.4. The medium unit according to claim 1 , further comprisinga restrictive assembly configured to shift from a state, in which rotation of the roll of medium is not restricted, to a state, in which rotation of the roll of medium is restricted, in conjunction with the detaching action but before the pullback assembly pushes the continuous medium ...

TAPE PRINTER

A tape printer that includes: a cartridge loading portion to which a tape cartridge is loaded, the tape cartridge including a cartridge case and a platen roller accommodated in the cartridge case, the cartridge case having a positioning recess and a first detection target portion of which shape is varied depending on various types of tape cartridge; a platen shaft provided in the cartridge loading portion and inserted into the platen roller; a first detection unit provided in the cartridge loading portion, of which output changes depending on the shape of the first detection target portion; and a positioning projection provided at a position farther than the first detection unit with respect to the platen shaft in the cartridge loading portion when seen from a near side in a loading direction of the tape cartridge, and engaging with the positioning recess. 1. A tape printer , comprising:a cartridge loading portion to which a tape cartridge is loaded, the tape cartridge including a cartridge case and a platen roller accommodated in the cartridge case, the cartridge case having a positioning recess and a first detection target portion of which shape is varied depending on various types of tape cartridge;a platen shaft provided in the cartridge loading portion and inserted into the platen roller;a first detection unit provided in the cartridge loading portion, of which output changes depending on the shape of the first detection target portion; anda positioning projection provided at a position farther than the first detection unit with respect to the platen shaft in the cartridge loading portion when seen from a near side in a loading direction of the tape cartridge, and engaging with the positioning recess.2. The tape printer according to claim 1 , whereinthe cartridge case includes a first case that includes a fitting pin, and a second case that has a fitting hole into which the fitting pin is to be inserted and that is assembled separably from the first case, ...

Printing apparatus

A roll sheet with a continuous sheet wound in a roll form is rotated in a forward direction to supply the sheet to a printing unit. A sensor whose output is changed in accordance with a distance between the sensor and the sheet is used. A rotation direction of the roll sheet is switched from an opposite direction to the forward direction on the basis of the output of the sensor during rotation of the roll sheet in the opposite direction.

ROLLER ADAPTERS

An example roller adapter may comprise a cradle, a first roller rotatably disposed on a top side of the cradle, a second roller rotatably disposed on the top side of the cradle, and an alignment knob disposed on a base of the cradle. The first and second rollers may extend in a substantially parallel direction. The first and second roller may rotatably support a roll of flexible print media. 1. A roller adapter , comprising:a cradle;a first roller rotatably disposed on a top side of the cradle;a second roller rotatably disposed on the top side of the cradle, wherein the first and second rollers extend in a substantially parallel direction; andan alignment feature disposed on a base of the cradle,wherein the first and second roller are to rotatably support a roll of flexible print media.2. The roller adapter of claim 1 , wherein the alignment feature is to removably engage with a complementary pivot cavity on a printer media table such that the roller adapter can pivot about the alignment feature on a top surface of the printer media table.3. The roller adapter of claim 2 , wherein the alignment feature is to removably engage with a secondary complementary pivot cavity disposed on a side other than the top surface of the printer media table claim 2 , such that the roller adapter can hang from the secondary complementary cavity in a stowed fashion.4. The roller adapter of claim 2 , wherein the first and second rollers together are to rotatably support a roll of flexible print media having a diameter that is greater than a perpendicular distance between the closest edges of the first and second rollers.5. The roller adapter of claim 1 , wherein the cradle comprises a support surface that extends behind the second roller from the base to beyond a top-most surface of the second roller claim 1 , such that the support surface prevents the roll of flexible print media from rolling off Of the second roller in a direction away from the first roller.6. The roller adapter of ...

SHEET MANUFACTURING APPARATUS AND SHEET MANUFACTURING METHOD

A sheet manufacturing apparatus has a manufacturing unit that makes a sheet; and a plurality of supply units that supply loaded feedstock to the manufacturing unit; and the feedstocks supplied from the plural supply units are conveyed overlapping each other. 1. A sheet manufacturing apparatus comprising:a manufacturing unit that makes a sheet; anda plurality of supply units that supply loaded feedstock to the manufacturing unit; andconveying the feedstocks supplied from the plural supply units overlapping each other.2. The sheet manufacturing apparatus described in claim 1 , further comprising a control unit that controls supplying from the supply units so that the feedstocks partially overlap.3. The sheet manufacturing apparatus described in claim 1 , wherein: a main supply unit that supplies used paper to the manufacturing unit, and', 'a sub supply unit that supplies a predetermined feedstock to the manufacturing unit; and, 'the plural supply units include'}the used paper supplied from the main supply unit and the feedstock supplied from the sub supply unit are conveyed overlapping each other.4. The sheet manufacturing apparatus described in claim 3 , further comprising a control unit that supplies from the sub supply unit selectively according to the used paper.5. The sheet manufacturing apparatus described in claim 3 , wherein the amount of the feedstock that can be loaded in the sub supply unit is less than the amount of used paper that can be loaded in the main supply unit.6. The sheet manufacturing apparatus described in claim 5 , wherein the sub supply unit is disposed above the main supply unit.7. A sheet manufacturing method comprising:a step of conveying feedstocks supplied from plural supply units overlapping each other; anda step of manufacturing a sheet using the feedstocks.8. A sheet manufacturing apparatus comprising:a manufacturing unit that makes a sheet; anda plurality of supply units that supply feedstocks to the manufacturing unit; andthe ...

DISPENSER FOR TAPE ROLL WITH INTEGRAL TAPE MANDREL

A tape dispenser assembly () comprising: a housing having an at least partially enclosed interior (); and a mandrel () disposed in the interior and coupled to the housing; the mandrel () adapted to receive and releasably retain a tape roll () having a core opening thereon, wherein the mandrel () comprises a first sidewall () projecting from a base () and a second sidewall () projecting from a base () generally parallel to the first sidewall (), wherein the first and second sidewalls () each comprise a hub structure () projecting therefrom and adapted to releasably engage the core opening of the tape roll (), and wherein the assembly () is configured such that: (i) a tape roll () having a core opening can be inserted at least partially into the interior () and the core opening of the tape roll () releasably engaged with the first and second sidewalls () so as to secure the tape roll () in dispensing configuration and disengaged from the first and second sidewalls (), substantially without dissassemblying the housing, and (ii) a tape roll () in dispensing configuration can be disengaged from the first and second sidewalls () and removed from the interior (), substantially without dissassemblying the housing. 1. A tape dispenser assembly comprising:a housing having an at least partially enclosed interior; anda mandrel disposed in the interior and coupled to the housing; the mandrel adapted to receive and releasably retain a tape roll having a core opening thereon,wherein the mandrel comprises a first sidewall projecting from a base and a second sidewall projecting from the base generally parallel to the first sidewall, wherein the first and second sidewalls each comprise a hub structure projecting therefrom and adapted to releasably engage the core opening of the tape roll, and the mandrel further comprises a mounting structure on the second sidewall that couples the mandrel to the interior of the housing, andwherein the assembly is configured such that: (1) a tape ...

CONVEYING DEVICE

A conveying device includes a supply section in which a roll sheet is mounted, a take-up section configured to reel the roll sheet mounted in the supply section onto a take-up core, and a guide sheet configured to connect the roll sheet mounted in the supply section to the take-up core. 2. The conveying device according to claim 1 ,wherein a steel sheet is wound around the take-up core,wherein a magnet to be removably attached to the steel sheet is provided as the first fixing part in the first end portion, andwherein the second end portion is divided into a first sheet portion and a second sheet portion in a flap shape, a magnet is provided on one of opposed surfaces of the first sheet portion and the second sheet portion, a steel sheet is provided on the other of the opposed surfaces of the first sheet portion and the second sheet portion, and the magnet and the steel sheet in the second end portion constitute the second fixing part.3. The conveying device according to claim 2 ,wherein both edges of the magnet provided in the first end portion in a direction from the first end portion to the second end portion have respective wavelike shapes in the direction, andwherein the wavelike shapes of one and the other of the both edges are to be fitted together.4. The conveying device according to claim 1 , further comprising a sensor claim 1 ,wherein a marking to be detected by the sensor is provided in the second end portion of the guide sheet.5. The conveying device according to claim 1 , further comprising:a fixed member provided adjacent to a conveying path of the roll sheet to support the first end portion.6. The conveying device according to claim 5 ,wherein a conveying roller is provided upstream or downstream of the fixed member in a conveying direction of the roll sheet to convey the roll sheet from the supply section to the take-up section.7. A printing apparatus comprising:{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'the conveying device according to ; ...

Method and robot system for producing transformer core

The invention relates to a method and a robot system ( 23 ) for producing transformer cores ( 12 ), sheets of metal ( 16 ) from which a transformer core is constructed being received on at least two stacking tables ( 18 ) by means of a multiaxial robot ( 22 ) of the robot system, the sheets of metal being supplied to the robot and stacked adjacent to the robot in at least two storage positions ( 31 ) for different sheets of metal by means of a conveyor device ( 29 ), the robot and the conveyor device being controlled by a control device ( 17 ), sheets of metal being collected from the storage positions and being stacked on the stacking tables by means of the robot disposed between and above the stacking tables.

MATERIAL TRACKING SYSTEM AND METHOD

A material tracking system is provided for tracking material stored on and drawn from a reel. The material tracking system may include a reel, detection element, digital logic components, battery and power components, transceiver and communication components, location receiver, enclosure, analytic component and interface component. One or more sensors relative to the reel may detect a position indicative of forward or reverse reel rotation. A processor may analyze signals to count rotations of the reel, which is savable in memory. A battery may provide power. The system may also record the time and location associated with rotations. A method to operate a tracking material stored on and drawn from a reel using the material tracking system is also provided. 1. A system for tracking a length of a material wound on a reel , the material having a known starting length and a known thickness , the reel having a reel core of known width and known volume , the reel further having reel flanges physically connected to the reel at opposite ends of the reel core such that the reel flanges rotate with the reel core , the material being wound about the reel core between the reel flanges , the system comprising:a sensor physically attached to the reel to produce a signal indicative of one of forward and reverse rotation of the reel;a first processor operably receiving the signal from the sensor and counting a total number of forward rotations of the reel;a memory operably associated with the first processor for storing the total number of forward rotations of the reel;a first battery powering the processor, the memory, and the sensor;a first transceiver operably coupled to the memory; andwherein a remaining length of the material wound on the reel is calculated based on at least the total number of forward rotations of the reel.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first transceiver comprises a radio frequency transmitter.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the memory stores a ...

ROLL SHEET MATERIAL DISPENSER

A method of dispensing sheet material from two rolls includes dispensing a first sheet of material from a first roll of the material located at a first location, lowering the first roll from the first location as the first sheet of material is being dispensed, lowering a second roll of material onto a second location above the first location when the first roll has been lowered to a location below the first location, and dispensing a second sheet of material from the second roll. A dispenser allowing for dispensing from two rolls includes a first wall having a forward end, a second wall opposite and spaced apart from the first wall and a cam coupled to each wall. 1. A method of dispensing sheet material from two rolls comprising:dispensing a first sheet of material from a first roll of said sheet of material located at a first location while supporting a second roll of sheet material on a portion of a cam;lowering said first roll from said first location as the first sheet of material is being dispensed;lowering the second roll of sheet material onto a second location above the first location when the first roll has been lowered to a location below the first location;supporting said second roll at said second position by another portion of said cam; anddispensing a second sheet of material from said second roll.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first roll is mounted on a first spindle and the second roll is mounted on a second spindle claim 1 , wherein lowering said first roll comprises lowering said first spindle.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein when at the first location claim 2 , the first spindle is at a first spindle location claim 2 , and wherein when at a second location claim 2 , the second spindle is at a second spindle location claim 2 , the method further comprising maintaining said second spindle at said second spindle location during dispensing of said second sheet of material.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein prior to lowering the second roll ...

Monitoring System for Dispenser

In one aspect, the present disclosure is directed to a sheet material dispenser. The dispenser can include support for supporting a supply of the sheet material, and a feed roller arranged along a feed path of the sheet material downstream from the supply of sheet material that is operable to pull the sheet material from the supply of sheet material for feeding thereof. Additionally, the dispenser can include a controller that is in communication with the feed roller and includes programming for monitoring rotation of the feed roller during a dispensing cycle for feeding a selected length of the sheet material from the supply of sheet material. A material supply monitoring system further can be in communication with the controller, and operative to detect a number of rotations or an angle of rotation of the supply sheet material during at least a series of dispensing cycles. 1. A dispenser for dispensing a sheet material , comprising:a roll support for supporting a supply of the sheet material;a feed roller arranged along a feed path of the sheet material downstream from the supply of sheet material, the feed roller engaging and pulling the sheet material from the supply of sheet material for feeding along a dispensing path upon the rotation of the feed roller;a controller in communication with the feed roller and including programming for monitoring rotation of the feed roller during a dispensing cycle for feeding a selected length of the sheet material from the supply of sheet material; anda material supply monitoring system in communication with the controller operable to detect a number of rotations or an angle of rotation of the supply sheet material during at least a series of dispensing cycles, and based upon changes in such signals, a remaining diameter of the supply of sheet material is substantially dynamically determined after at least each of the series of dispensing cycles.2. The dispenser of claim 1 , further comprising at least one pressing roller ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DEPLOYING COILS OF SPOOLABLE PIPE

A system for deploying a coil of spoolable pipe from a vessel includes a first tower configured to move longitudinally and transversely along a first track coupled to the vessel, a second tower configured to move longitudinally along a second track coupled to the vessel, and a coil drum assembly coupled to the first tower. The first tower is configured to insert the coil drum assembly transversely into an interior channel of the coil when the coil drum assembly is in a retracted position, the coil drum assembly is configured to support the coil when the coil drum assembly is in an extended position and rotate during deployment of the spoolable pipe, and the first tower and the second tower are configured to move the coil drum assembly vertically. 1. A system for deploying a coil of spoolable pipe from a vessel , comprising:a first tower configured to move longitudinally and transversely along a first track coupled to the vessel;a second tower configured to move longitudinally along a second track coupled to the vessel; anda coil drum assembly coupled to the first tower, wherein the first tower is configured to insert the coil drum assembly transversely into an interior channel of the coil when the coil drum assembly is in a retracted position, the coil drum assembly is configured to support the coil when the coil drum assembly is in an extended position and rotate during deployment of the spoolable pipe, and the first tower and the second tower are configured to move the coil drum assembly vertically.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the coil drum assembly comprises:a post;expandable spokes, wherein each of the expandable spokes extends away from the post and has a distal end movable between a retracted position and an extended position;first and second spoke frames mounted to the post, wherein each of the first and second spoke frames includes a plurality of the expandable spokes;a plurality of drum segments each mounted to the distal end of one of the expandable ...

Decorative Roll for Recreational Decoration

A decorative roll for decoration comprising a cylindrically rolled sheet of plastic; wherein the plastic sheet is about 50 feet to about 500 feet long, about 5 centimeters to about 20 centimeters wide, about 1/10 of a millimeter to about 3 millimeters deep, and about 50 grams to about 500 grams in weight. The decorative roll may comprise a support insert, a message, and an attachment means. 1. A decorative roll , comprising:a cylindrically rolled sheet of plastic; wherein the plastic sheet is about 50 feet to about 500 feet long, about 5 centimeters to about 20 centimeters wide, about 1/10 of a millimeter to about 3 millimeters deep, and about 50 grams to about 500 grams in weight.2. The decorative roll of claim 1 , wherein the sheet of plastic comprises polypropylene claim 1 , polyvinyl chloride claim 1 , or any combination thereof.3. The decorative roll of claim 1 , wherein the sheet of plastic comprises any type of biodegradable plastic comprising thermal biodegradable plastic claim 1 , oxo-biodegradable plastic claim 1 , hydro-biodegradable plastic claim 1 , and microbial-biodegradable plastic claim 1 , or any combination thereof.4. The decorative roll of claim 1 , wherein the sheet of plastic does not comprise polyisobutylene claim 1 , ethylene vinyl acetate claim 1 , or any combination thereof.5. The decorative roll of claim 1 , wherein the cylindrically rolled sheet of plastic has a plurality of perforations.6. The decorative roll of claim 5 , wherein the cylindrically rolled sheet of plastic perforations traverse the width of the decorative roll at one or more locations.7. The decorative roll of claim 6 , wherein the cylindrically rolled sheet of plastic perforations are separated by non-perforated sections.8. The decorative roll of claim 1 , wherein the cylindrically rolled sheet of plastic has a plurality of punch-outs claim 1 , allowing for the attachment of a plurality of additional decorations.9. The decorative roll of claim 1 , wherein the decorative ...

FACILITY FOR PROCESSING STEEL

Facilities for processing steel. One facility includes a line for producing packages; a plurality of stackable cassettes for receiving packages; a splitter subfacility; automated transfer apparatus; and an automated overhead crane. The line may be a slitting line with the packages being coils of steel, or a cut-to-length line with the packages being stacks of steel sheets. A premises of the facility comprises a loading area in which packages from the line are loaded into cassettes, a storage area in which cassettes are stored, and a transition zone including at least one transfer position. The automated transfer apparatus moves packages and/or cassettes between the transfer position and the splitter subfacility. The automated overhead crane moves cassettes between the storage area, the loading area, and the transition zone. 1. A facility havinga line for producing packages, the line being selected from slitting line and cut-to-length line, the packages being coils of steel when the line is the slitting line and being stacks of steel sheets when the line is the cut-to-length line;a plurality of stackable cassettes, each cassette being adapted to receive at least one package;premises including a loading area in which packages from the line are loaded into cassettes, a storage area in which cassettes are stored and a transition zone including at least one transfer position;a splitter subfacility for: receiving the contents of a cassette, removing and packaging for shipment at least some of such contents and returning the remainder; or receiving a cassette, removing and packaging for shipment at least some of such contents and returning the cassette;automated transfer apparatus for moving: the contents of a cassette disposed at the transfer position to the splitter subfacility and for moving a package from the splitter subfacility to a cassette in the transfer position; or for moving a cassette in the transfer position to the splitter subfacility and for moving a ...

FILM TRANSPORT APPARATUS, FILM TRANSPORT METHOD, AND FILM ATTACHMENT APPARATUS

Provided is a film attachment apparatus and a film transport method by which it is easy to switch a film each time, and a film attachment apparatus including the film transport apparatus. The film transport apparatus includes: a film holding unit configured to hold a long-length film; and a film cutting unit configured to cut out the film, in which the film holding unit holds the plurality of films, and the film transport apparatus further includes: a temporary holding unit configured to include a plurality of temporary holding mechanisms that temporally hold the films between the film holding unit and the film cutting unit; and a first transport arm configured to select and pull out one film from the plurality of films which are held in the temporary holding unit. 1. A film transport apparatus , comprising:a film holding unit configured to hold a long-length film; anda film cutting unit configured to cut out the film, wherein the film holding unit holds a plurality of the films, andthe film transport apparatus further comprising:a temporary holding unit configured to include a plurality of temporary holding mechanisms that temporally hold the films between the film holding unit and the film cutting unit; anda first transport arm configured to select and pull out one film from the plurality of films which are held in the temporary holding unit.2. The film transport apparatus according to claim 1 , comprising a contact part wherein the temporary holding mechanism applies a frictional force on both sides of the film.3. The film transport apparatus according to claim 1 , whereinthe plurality of temporary holding mechanisms are provided so that a relative distance between each of them can be changed respectively, andbefore the first transport arm pulls out one selected film, the relative distance between the temporary holding mechanism that holds the selected film and another temporary holding mechanism is increased.4. The film transport apparatus according to claim 3 , ...

TAPE FEEDER

A tape feeder including: an angle sensor configured to detect a final angle of the sprocket at a point in time at which interruption of power supply to the tape feeder is detected, and a current angle of the sprocket at a point in time at which resumption of power supply to the tape feeder is detected; and a control device configured to, when resumption of power supply to the tape feeder is detected, set a target angle of the sprocket based on the final angle, and perform control to rotate the sprocket from the current angle to the target angle so as to convey the carrier tape to a predetermined position. 1. A tape feeder configured to convey carrier tape containing electronic components and supply an electronic component to an electronic component mounting machine , the tape feeder comprising:a feeder main body;a sprocket rotatably provided on the feeder main body and arranged with multiple engagement protrusions configured to engage with multiple engagement holes formed on the carrier tape;an angle sensor configured to detect a final angle of the sprocket at a point in time at which interruption of power supply to the tape feeder is detected, and a current angle of the sprocket at a point in time at which resumption of power supply to the tape feeder is detected; anda control device configured to, when resumption of power supply to the tape feeder is detected, set a target angle of the sprocket based on the final angle, and perform control to rotate the sprocket from the current angle to the target angle so as to convey the carrier tape to a predetermined position.2. The tape feeder according to claim 1 , whereinthe control device is configured to, when resumption of power supply to the tape feeder is detected, calculate a difference between the final angle and the current angle as a deviation amount and rotate the sprocket by the deviation amount using the final angle as the target angle.3. The tape feeder according to claim 1 , wherein the control device is ...