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21-03-2013 дата публикации

Methods for transferring items

Номер: US20130068589A1
Автор: André Mellin, Matthew Bernard Overley, Wesley Bernard Brokopp, JR.
Принадлежит: Procter and Gamble Co

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

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Номер записи: 1
23-05-2013 дата публикации

POUCH TRANSFER APPARATUS AND METHODS

Номер: US20130126306A1
Автор: Oliverio Frank G., Rack Daniel J.
Принадлежит:

Bandoliers of pouches or separate pouches are carried by suction cups on a transfer wheel and operated to hold and release pouches through solenoid valves, each coupled to a respective cup. The solenoid valves are operated by a controller to release pouches from the respective cups at precise angular positions of the wheel to control the configuration of the bandolier in a package or tray. Embodiments provide lateral shifting or rotation of pouches held by the cups. Fold-leading or fold-trailing bandolier configurations are produced. Solenoid valves are disposed proximate cups at the wheel periphery or elsewhere and operably coupled to the cups. 1. Pouch transfer apparatus comprising:a plurality of pouch-holding capable suction cups oriented in a circumferential pattern of stations extending radially from an axis of rotation;a valve operably connected to a cup at each said station for selectively coupling to a cup oriented at that station and a pouch discharge pressure; anda programmable controller for selectively operating said valves for holding or discharging pouches from said cups respectively coupled to respective valves.2. Apparatus as in wherein said valves are oriented proximate said cups at said station.3. Apparatus as in wherein said apparatus is programmed to hold independent distinct pouches not connected one to the other.4. Apparatus as in wherein said apparatus is programmed to hold multiple pouches connected one to the other.5. Apparatus as in wherein said controller is programmed to drop off selected pouches from selected stations while holding other pouches at other stations and later dropping said other pouches to generate a folded bandolier dropped from said stations.6. Apparatus as in wherein said apparatus is programmed to drop a folded bandolier with a leading fold.7. Apparatus as in wherein said apparatus is programmed to drop a folded bandolier with a trailing fold.8. Apparatus as in wherein said suction cups are rotatably mounted in each ...

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Номер записи: 2
23-05-2013 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR HANDLING VALUE NOTES

Номер: US20130126311A1
Автор: FEHRENBACH Christian
Принадлежит: WINCOR NIXDORF INTERNATIONAL GMBH

The invention relates to a device for handling notes of value, comprising at least one shaft () on which at least one transport element () for transporting the notes of value is arranged. The transport element () comprises a first segment () and a second segment () separated from the first segment () in an unmounted state. In a mounted state the first segment () and the second segment () are firmly connected to each other and enclose the shaft (). 1. A device for handling notes of value ,{'b': 12', '16, 'comprising at least one shaft () on which at least one transport element () for transporting the notes of value is arranged,'}{'b': 16', '32', '32', '32, 'i': a', 'b', 'a, 'characterized in that the transport element () comprises a first segment () and a second segment () separated in an unmounted state from the first segment () and'}{'b': 32', '32', '12', '32', '32, 'i': a', 'b', 'a', 'b, 'in that in a mounted state the first segment () and the second segment () are firmly connected to each other and the shaft () is enclosed by the connected segments (, ).'}2323212ab. The device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the first segment () and the second segment () can be connected to each other such that they can be mounted radially on the shaft ().33232ab. The device according to one of the preceding claims claim 1 , characterized in that the segments ( claim 1 , ) in a mounted state are connected to each other via at least one snap connection and/or at least one plug connection.43232ab. The device according to one of the preceding claims claim 1 , characterized in that the segments ( claim 1 , ) in a mounted state are connected to each other via at least two screws.53232ab. The device according to one of the preceding claims claim 1 , characterized in that the connection of the segments ( claim 1 , ) can be released non-destructively.63232ab. The device according to one of the preceding claims claim 1 , characterized in that the segments ( claim 1 , ) in a ...

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Номер записи: 3
13-06-2013 дата публикации

CONVEYING APPARATUS FOR ARTICLES AND PLANT FOR HANDLING SUCH ARTICLES COMPRISING SAID CONVEYING APPARATUS

Номер: US20130146421A1
Автор: Zoni Roberto
Принадлежит: SIDEL S.p.A. con Socio Unico

There is disclosed a conveying apparatus for articles, provided with a first conveyor having an inlet section for articles to be conveyed and an outlet section for the articles, and with a second conveyor which can be selectively set in communication with a transfer section of the first conveyor; the first conveyor is selectively set in a first operative release configuration of the articles at the outlet section and in at least one second operative release configuration of the articles at its transfer section; the second conveyor is selectively set in a first operative withdrawal configuration of the articles from the first conveyor at its transfer section and at least in one second operative inhibition configuration of this withdrawal. 1. A conveying apparatus for articles , comprising:a first conveyor having an inlet section to receive articles to be conveyed and an outlet section for the articles, defining with said inlet section, a first conveying line (R) of said articles; anda second conveyor having a transfer section which can be selectively set in communication with a transfer section of said first conveyor, said transfer section of said first conveyor being interposed between said inlet section and said outlet section along said first conveying line (R);said first conveyor being selectively set in a first operative release configuration to release said articles at said outlet section and to at least one second operative release configuration to release said articles at its transfer section; andsaid second conveyor being selectively set in a first operative withdrawal configuration to withdraw said articles from said first conveyor at its transfer section and in at least one second operative inhibition configuration to inhibit such withdrawal, said second operative configuration of said first conveyor and said first operative configuration of said second conveyor defining a second conveying line (S) of said articles distinct from said first conveying line ( ...

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Номер записи: 4
20-06-2013 дата публикации

Spiral conveyor

Номер: US20130153369A1
Автор: Marco De Angelis
Принадлежит: WRH WALTER REIST HOLDING AG

A spiral conveyor has a conveying device that is moved along a helically running spiral region. The conveying device is supported along the spiral region on the radially loaded side of the conveying device. The support is realized by multiple individual deflecting devices that lie along the radially loaded side of the conveying device. Each said deflecting device has a central body including a roller body that surrounds the central body, the roller body including a plurality of rollers. The rollers are rolled on a roller track of the central body in an annular segment of a helically running supporting region of the spiral conveyor.

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Номер записи: 5
04-07-2013 дата публикации

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR THE TRANSFER OF CONTAINER FITTINGS

Номер: US20130168206A1
Автор: Davidson Hartmut, HUMELE Heinz, Kronseder Volker, Scheck Josef, Winter Horst
Принадлежит: KRONES AG

A device for the transfer of fittings, such as labels during container labelling, having at least two gripper units that are offset in the circumferential direction around a transfer axis of a transfer station whereby it is possible to activate each in a clocked manner, whereby each of said gripper units takes over, via a movement around the transfer axis generated via a drive, a fitting individually from a moving take-over position of a feeder and transfers it through the transfer station to a moving hand-over position that is offset in the circumferential direction of the transfer station, at least two of the gripper units are arranged such that they can be moved around the transfer axis relative to one another, and stationary drive motors are provided for the gripper units that can be moved relative to one another, with which drive motors individually periodically non-uniform movements of the gripper units can be generated in the circumferential direction within one rotation. According to the method, each gripper unit is driven within one full rotation in the transfer station, relative to another, in a periodically non-uniform manner. 1. Device for the transfer of container fittings , comprising at least two gripper units that are offset in the circumferential direction around a transfer axis of a transfer station , each gripper unit being able to be activated in a clocked manner , wherein the gripper units take over from a feeder , via a movement around the transfer axis generated via a drive , the fittings individually from a moving take-over position and transfer the fittings through the transfer station to a moving hand-over position that is offset in the circumferential direction of the transfer station , at least two of the gripper units are arranged such that they can be moved around the transfer axis relative to one another and drive motors are provided in the transfer station for the gripper units that can be moved relative to one another , with which ...

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Номер записи: 6
11-07-2013 дата публикации

TRANSPORT DEVICE AND METHOD INCLUDING AN ACTUATING TAPE NIP

Номер: US20130175142A1
Автор: Doucet Louis John, Guaraldi, JR. Glenn Alan
Принадлежит: GOSS INTERNATIONAL AMERICAS, INC.

A method for transporting printed products is provided. The method includes the steps setting a nip to a first size for printed products having a first thickness, sensing a printed product having a second thickness different from the first thickness, the printed product sensing occurring prior to the printed product entering the nip, adjusting the first size of the nip, to a second size different from the first size, to receive the printed product having a second thickness; and transporting the printed product having the second thickness through the nip. 1. A method for transporting printed products comprising the steps of:setting a first nip to a first size for printed products having a first thickness;sensing a printed product having a second thickness different from the first thickness, the printed product sensing occurring prior to the printed product entering the first nip;adjusting the first size of the first nip, to a second size different from the first size, to receive the printed product having a second thickness; andtransporting the printed product having the second thickness through the first nip.2. The method as recited in wherein the printed product is gripped prior to the printed product entering the nip.3. The method as recited in further comprising the step of returning the size of the nip from the second size to the first size automatically.4. The method as recited in further comprising the steps of setting a second nip to the first size for printed products having a first thickness and adjusting the first size of the second nip claim 1 , to the second size to receive the printed product having the second thickness.5. The method as recited in wherein the first nip and second nip are adjusted at the same time.6. The method as recited in further comprising the steps of setting a second nip to the first size for printed products having a first thickness claim 1 , adjusting the first size of the second nip claim 1 , to the second size to receive the ...

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Номер записи: 7
18-07-2013 дата публикации

Method and unit for feeding beads

Номер: US20130180827A1
Автор: Cieslikowski Bartosz, Figarski Jacek, Figarski Radoslaw, Makosa Kazimierz
Принадлежит: INTERNATIONAL TOBACCO MACHINERY POLAND SP. Z O.O.

The subject matter of the application is a method of feeding beads in the tobacco industry system, in a unit for transferring a stream of beads (), from receiving pockets () to outfeeding pockets (), where the beads are transferred along guiding grooves (A, B, A, B, C) disposed on guiding plates (), comprising the steps in which: the beads are fed to a guiding chamber () formed at the intersection of the guiding groove (A, B) of the first guiding plate () and the guiding groove (A, B, C) of the second guiding plate (); at least one guiding plate is rotated relative to the second guiding plate, which forces the movement of the guiding chamber () so that the distance of the guiding chamber () to the axis of rotation of the guiding plates changes; the beads are conveyed from the guiding chamber () to the outfeeding pocket (). The subject matter of the application is also a device for the implementation of the method. 1218215566656. A method of feeding beads , in a unit for transferring a stream of beads () in tobacco industry system , from receiving pockets () to outfeeding pockets () , where the beads are transferred along guiding grooves (A , B , A , B , C) disposed on guiding plates ( , ) , comprising the steps in which:{'b': 2', '22', '22', '22', '5', '5', '5', '5', '6', '6', '6', '6', '6, 'beads () are fed to a guiding chamber (, ′, ″) formed at the intersection of a guiding groove (A, B) of a first guiding plate (, ′) and a guiding groove (A, B, C) of a second guiding plate (, ′);'}{'b': 22', '22', '22', '22', '22', '22, 'at least one guiding plate is rotated relative to the second guiding plate, which forces the movement of the guiding chamber (, ′, ″) so that the distance of the guiding chamber (, ′, ″) to the axis of rotation of the guiding plates changes;'}{'b': 22', '22', '22', '21', '21, 'beads are conveyed from the guiding chamber (, ′, ″) to an outfeeding pocket (, ′).'}22182121. A unit for feeding a stream of beads () in a machine of tobacco industry ...

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Номер записи: 8
18-07-2013 дата публикации

Bead feeding method and bead feeding unit

Номер: US20130181003A1
Автор: Cieslikowski Bartosz, Figarski Jacek, Figarski Radoslaw, Makosa Kazimierz
Принадлежит: INTERNATIONAL TOBACCO MACHINERY POLAND SP. Z O.O.

Beads are transferred in the form of a flow along supply channels into first holding pockets; the beads from the holding pockets of the bead feeding unit are fed to receiving pockets of a bead transfer unit by means of movable feeding means, then in the bead transfer unit the beads are inserted into a guiding chamber formed at the intersection of a guiding groove of a first guiding plate and a guiding groove of a second guiding plate of the bead transfer unit, at least one guiding plate is rotated relative to the second guiding plate, which forces the movement of the guiding chamber so that the distance of the guiding chamber to the axis of rotation of the guiding plates changes, and the beads from the guiding chamber or the guiding channel are conveyed to a outfeeding pocket. 11. A method of feeding beads , in a unit () for transferring a bead stream in a tobacco industry system , the unit being provided with supply channels feeding individual bead streams , comprising the steps in which{'b': '4', 'beads are transferred in the form of a flow along the supply channels ();'}{'b': '14', 'beads from individual supply channels are placed into first holding pockets ();'}{'b': 14', '3', '18', '13', '8', '13, 'beads from the holding pockets () of a bead feeding unit () are fed to receiving pockets () of the bead transfer unit () by means of movable feeding means () synchronized with the transfer unit (), and'}{'b': 13', '22', '5', '5', '6', '6', '13', '5', '6', '5', '6', '19, 'in the bead transfer unit () beads are inserted into a guiding chamber () formed at the intersection of a guiding groove (A) of a first guiding plate () and a guiding groove (A) of a second guiding plate () of the bead transfer unit (), or into a groove (A, A) depressed in one of the guiding plates (, ) forming a channel ();'}{'b': 5', '6', '5', '6', '22', '22, 'at least one guiding plate (, ) is rotated relative to the second guiding plate (, ), which forces the movement of a guiding chamber () so ...

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Номер записи: 9
01-08-2013 дата публикации

PET BOTTLE GRIPPING DEVICE

Номер: US20130193702A1
Автор: Fahldieck Andreas
Принадлежит: KHS GmbH

An apparatus for gripping and retaining PET bottles in a filling system includes a passive clamping system having pivotable gripping arms that pivot around corresponding pivot axles and that are acted upon by either a spring or permanent magnets. The first pivotable gripping arm has a first extension on an other side of the first pivot axle and the second pivotable gripping arm has a second extension on an other side of the second pivot axle. The extensions have receptacles for guiding a compression spring and for applying a bending force to the compression spring or to sub-segments thereof These receptacles can be rod-shaped or rail-shaped. 17-. (canceled)8. An apparatus for gripping and retaining PET bottles in a filling system , said apparatus comprising a passive clamping system , said passive clamping system comprising a first pivotable gripping arm that pivots about a first pivot axle and a second pivotable gripping arm that pivots about a second axle , said first and second pivotable gripping arms being acted on by one of a spring and permanent magnets , wherein said first pivotable gripping arm comprises a first extension on an other side of said first pivot axle and said second pivotable gripping arm comprises a second extension on an other side of said second pivot axle , said first and second extensions comprising receptacles for guiding at least one compression spring and for applying a bending force to at least one of said at least one compression spring and to sub-segments of said at least one compression spring , said receptacles being selected from the group consisting of rod-shaped receptacles and rail-shaped receptacles.9. The apparatus of claim 8 , further comprising a first permanent magnet arranged in said receptacles for guiding said at least one compression spring.10. The apparatus of claim 9 , further comprising a second permanent magnet arranged in said receptacles for guiding said at least one compression spring claim 9 , and wherein said ...

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Номер записи: 10
08-08-2013 дата публикации

Universally Adjustable Star Wheel

Номер: US20130199894A1
Автор: Papsdorf Clifford Theodore
Принадлежит: The Procter & Gamble Company

A universally adjustable star wheel for conveying articles on an automated handling line is disclosed. In one embodiment, the adjustable star wheel includes rotatable elements that are configured to rotate around a central axis. Each rotatable element has a central axis, a periphery, and at least one control surface for assisting in controlling the article being conveyed. The control surfaces on the rotatable elements are arranged to together form at least one pocket for the article, wherein the pocket has a width and a depth. The angle defining the control surface on at least one rotatable element is different from the angle of another rotatable element to form the depth of at least a portion of the pocket. In this embodiment, the boundaries of the pocket are configured solely by at least partially rotating at least some of the rotatable elements to adjust the location of the control surfaces of the different rotatable elements to form a pocket for the article being conveyed. An automated adjustment mechanism for adjusting a star wheel to accommodate different articles is also disclosed. The automated adjustment mechanism may be used with any suitable star wheel. 1an adjustable star wheel for conveying three dimensional articles around an arcuate path said articles having a shape, wherein the star wheel is rotatable around a central axis; andan adjustable guide rail disposed outwardly of the arcuate path, wherein said adjustable guide rail has a length and is movable inwardly and outwardly relative to the central axis, and said adjustable guide rail is also flexible along its length.. An adjustable star wheel assembly comprising: The present invention is directed to an adjustable star wheel conveyor for conveying articles on an automated handling line, and more particularly to an adjustable star wheel with relatively few moving parts that can accommodate a virtually unlimited number of size and shape articles. An automated adjustment mechanism for adjusting an ...

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Номер записи: 11
22-08-2013 дата публикации

TRANSPORT DEVICE AND TRANSPORT METHOD FOR CONTAINER TREATMENT PLANT AS WELL AS BLOW MOLDING MACHINE

Номер: US20130216642A1
Автор: Forsthoevel Jochen, Gmeiner Franz
Принадлежит: KRONES AG

A transport device and a transport method for a container treatment plant as well as a blow molding machine is provided. The transport device comprises at least one transport star for transporting receptacles to or away from a treatment station of the container treatment plant, wherein the at least one transport star is arranged obliquely to the treatment station. 1. A transport device for a container treatment plant , the transport device comprising:at least one transport star for transporting receptacles to or away from a treatment station of the container treatment plant,wherein the at least one transport star is arranged obliquely to the treatment station.2. The transport device according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one transport star comprises a first transport star for transporting receptacles to a treatment station of the container treatment plant claim 1 , and a second transport star for transporting the receptacles away from the treatment station of the container treatment plant claim 1 , wherein the first transport star and/or the second transport star are/is arranged obliquely to the treatment station.3. The transport device according to claim 2 , wherein the first and second transport stars and the treatment station are movable relative to each other.4. The transport device according to claim 2 , wherein the first transport star is rotatable around a first rotation axis and the second transport star is rotatable around a second rotation axis claim 2 , and wherein the first and second transport stars are rotatable together around a third rotation axis.5. The transport device according to claim 4 , wherein the first and second rotation axes are each arranged obliquely to the third rotation axis claim 4 , and/or the first rotation axis is arranged in parallel to the second rotation axis.6. The transport device according to claim 2 , wherein the first transport star is arranged adjacent to the second transport star claim 2 , such that the treatment ...

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Номер записи: 12
26-09-2013 дата публикации

HIGH SPEED SMALL PACK WRAPPER

Номер: US20130248325A1
Автор: Balduc Andrew Kell, Brauer David J., Michler James R., Retzloff Timm G.
Принадлежит: C.G. BRETTING MANUFACTURING CO., INC.

A system for forming and wrapping a plurality of stacks of sheet like product is provided. The system includes a separator apparatus for converting a stream of spaced apart sets of stacks into a repeating stepped configuration. The system includes a mechanism for merging the stepped configuration of stacks into a single file stream of stacks. The system includes a cutoff apparatus for cutting a plastic sleeve in which the stacks are wrapped. The system includes a turner apparatus for changing the direction of travel of individual units comprising of a stack of product within a length of the sleeve 90 degrees while maintaining the orientation of the units. 153-. (canceled)54. A turner apparatus comprising:a carousel rotatable about a carousel axis of rotation; anda plurality of sleeved stack control mechanisms, each sleeved stack control mechanism carried by the carousel for rotation about a sleeved stack control mechanism axis of rotation of the corresponding sleeved stack control mechanism, each sleeved stack control mechanism configured relative to the carousel such that as the carousel rotates the sleeved stack control mechanism along a predetermined arcuate path through a predetermined carousel angle about the carousel axis of rotation, the sleeved stack control mechanism rotates about the sleeved stack control mechanism axis of rotation of the corresponding sleeved stack control mechanism approximately 90 degrees relative to the carousel.55. The turner apparatus of claim 54 , further comprising:a transport conveyor upstream of the carousel, the transport conveyor supplying a continuous stream of spaced apart units having a downstream end and an upstream end with a longitudinal unit axis extending between the downstream and upstream ends and a transverse unit axis extending generally perpendicular to the longitudinal unit axis, each unit comprising a stack of sheets within a plastic sleeve, the continuous stream of spaced apart units traveling along a feed path ...

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Номер записи: 13
03-10-2013 дата публикации

ARTICLE-HANDLING MACHINE

Номер: US20130255885A1
Автор: Carmichael James
Принадлежит: SIDEL S.p.A. con Socio Unico

There is disclosed a series of article-handling machines, comprising: a common first rotating element rotatable about an axis; characterized in that each article-handling machine comprises a carousel for conveying a plurality of articles along a path and a first connecting element which is angularly integral with carousel and is releasably connected to first rotating element. 1. A series of article-handling machines , comprising:a common first rotating element rotatable about an axis;wherein each article-handling machine comprises:a carousel for conveying a plurality of articles along a path; anda first connecting element which is angularly integral with said carousel and is releasably connected to said common first rotating element.2. Series of article-handling machines according to claim 1 , wherein each said article-handling machine comprises:a wheel carrying a plurality of elements which are each movable between a relative rest position in which it is axially detached from relative said article and a relative operative position in which it cooperates with relative said article; anda second connecting element which is angularly integral with said wheel and is releasably connected to said common first rotating element3. Series of article-handling machines according to claim 1 , comprising a common shaft surrounding and angularly integral with said first rotating element; a first portion to which said second connecting member of each article-handling machine is fitted;', 'a second portion to which said first connecting member of each article-handling machine is fitted;, 'said common shaft comprisinga first outer diameter of said second portion being larger than a second outer diameter of said first portion4. Series of article-handling machines claim 1 , wherein said first connecting element of each article-handling machine is arranged claim 1 , in use claim 1 , below relative said second connecting element;the inner diameter of said first connecting element being ...

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Номер записи: 14
03-10-2013 дата публикации

MEDICINE FEEDING DEVICE, AND MEDICINE COUNTING DEVICE

Номер: US20130256097A1
Автор: Koike Naoki, Mitani Mitsuhiro
Принадлежит: YUYAMA MFG. CO., LTD.

A medicine counting device including a rotary container broadening radially in an upward direction and configured to rotate around an axis of the rotary container; a guide member fixed with a predetermined gap on a top surface side of the rotary container, spirally extending from the central portion towards an outer circumference of the rotary container, and configured to guide a medicine moved by a rotation of the rotary container from the central portion towards the outer circumference of the rotary container. The medicine counting device further includes a detector provided outside of the rotary container and a regulator configured to feed a medicine having been moved to the outer circumference and being in contact with the guide member towards the detector but returns the medicines which are not being in contact with the guide member to the central portion side of the rotary container by overpassing the guide member. 115-. (canceled)16. A medicine counting device comprising:a rotary container broadening radially in an upward direction and configured to rotate around an axis of the rotary container by a drive means, wherein a plurality of medicines are configured to be fed into a central portion of the rotary container;a guide member fixed with a predetermined gap on a top surface side of the rotary container, spirally extending from the central portion of the rotary container towards an outer circumference thereof, and configured to guide a medicine moved by a rotation of the rotary container from the central portion of the rotary container towards the outer circumference of the rotary container;a detector provided outside of the rotary container; anda regulator configured to feed a medicine having been moved to the outer circumference and being in contact with the guide member towards the detector, and to return a medicine having been moved to the outer circumference and not being in contact with the guide member to the central portion side of the rotary ...

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Номер записи: 15
17-10-2013 дата публикации

Fluid systems and methods for transferring discrete articles

Номер: US20130270066A1
Автор: Clifford Theodore Papsdorf, Uwe Schneider
Принадлежит: Procter and Gamble Co

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

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Номер записи: 16
31-10-2013 дата публикации

Material Feeder System and Method of Use

Номер: US20130284520A1
Автор: Carter Clay, Lakatos Janos, Nielson Lane, Saxton Dan, Slade Clay
Принадлежит:

This invention relates to a material feeder system and method of use. The present invention relates particularly to a particulate feeder system that includes, among other features, one or more: feeder assemblies for advancing material that incorporate a spool having a channel disposed within its outer circumference for advancing material, the spool having a plurality of circumferentially spaced contours configured so as to not form transverse barriers within the channel; motors configured to connect to the feeder assemblies; and scales for weighing advanced material. The system also includes a computer in communication with the one or more motors and scales, and capable of performing operations to advance a predetermined material weight as well as various related operations. The invention also includes a method using the above. 1. A material feeder system comprising: [ an inlet aperture for receiving material into the housing,', 'an outlet aperture for exiting material from the housing,', 'a bore located between the inlet and outlet apertures the bore having an integral', 'key along a length of its circumference and the integral key forming a barrier,, 'a housing with'}, 'the assembly further having a feeder spool configured to rotate within the bore, the spool having a channel disposed within its outer circumference for advancing material when the spool is rotated, the channel further shaped to achieve a close fit with the key; and', 'the assembly further having a shaft in communication with the feeder spool and disposed coaxially relative to the feeder spool aperture., 'a feeder assembly for advancing particulate material, wherein said assembly includes'}2. The system of claim 1 , wherein a plurality of circumferentially spaced contours are disposed within the channel to provide traction to the feeder spool with respect to material claim 1 , said contours configured so as to not form transverse barriers within the channel.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein a first ...

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Номер записи: 17
21-11-2013 дата публикации

LOADING DEVICE AND SPUTTERING DEVICE USING SAME

Номер: US20130306439A1
Автор: WANG CHUNG-PEI
Принадлежит: HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY CO., LTD.

A sputtering device includes a main body and a loading device received in the main body. The main body includes a top portion, a bottom portion, a sidewall connected between the top portion and the bottom portion, an upper bearing mounted on the top portion, and a lower bearing mounted on the bottom portion. The loading device includes an outer frame, an inner frame received in the outer frame, and a gear device arranged between the outer frame and the inner frame. The outer frame is rotatably connected to the upper bearing and includes a plurality of first rods arranged in a first circle. The inner frame is rotatably connected to the lower bearing and includes a plurality of second rods arranged in a second circle. The gear device is configured for rotating the outer frame and the inner frame in opposite directions. 1. A loading device , comprising:an outer frame comprising a plurality of first rods arranged in a first circle;an inner frame received in the out frame and comprising a plurality of second rods arranged in a second circle; anda gear device arranged between the outer frame and the in inner frame, the gear device being configured for bringing the outer frame and the inner frame to rotate in two directions reverse to each other.2. The loading device of claim 1 , wherein the outer frame comprises a first plate and a second plate claim 1 , the first rods are arranged between the first plate and the second plate claim 1 , each first rod comprises two ends rotatably connected to the first plate and the second plate.3. The loading device of claim 2 , wherein the second plate comprises an inner circumferential surface claim 2 , the inner circumferential surface is toothed and forms a plurality of inner teethes.4. The loading device of claim 3 , wherein the inner frame comprises a third plate and a fourth plate claim 3 , the second rods are arranged between the third plate and the fourth plate claim 3 , each second rod comprises two end respectively rotatably ...

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Номер записи: 18
13-02-2014 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR MANUFACTURING ABSORBENT ARTICLE AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING ABSORBENT ARTICLE

Номер: US20140041783A1
Автор: Matsumoto Yoshihiko, Nakano Takumi
Принадлежит: Unicharm Corporation

An apparatus for manufacturing an absorbent article includes a guide member that guides an elastic member fed on a web configuring a component of the absorbent article and being conveyed in a continuous state. The guide member includes: an arm member having a tip portion that is a feeding position of the elastic member to the web, and a base portion separated from the tip portion; a first driving member that swings the arm member about the base portion of the arm member as a rotational axis; and a second driving member that performs a back and forth movement of the arm member and the first driving member in a first direction in which the tip portion is close to a contact point where the elastic member is in contact with the web, and a second direction in which the tip portion is separated from the contact point. 1. An apparatus for manufacturing an absorbent article having a front waistline region , a rear waistline region , and a crotch region positioned between the front waistline region and the rear waistline region , comprising: a guide member that guides an elastic member fed on a web configuring a component of the absorbent article and being conveyed in a continuous state , wherein the guide member comprises: an arm member having a tip portion that is a feeding position of the elastic member to the web , and a base portion separated from the tip portion;a first driving member that swings the arm member about the base portion of the arm member as a rotational axis; and a second driving member that performs a back and forth movement of the arm member and the first driving member in a first direction in which the tip portion is close to a contact point where the elastic member is in contact with the web , and a second direction in which the tip portion is separated from the contact point.2. The apparatus for manufacturing the absorbent article according to claim 1 , whereinthe tip portion is configured to be swung between a center position that is the center of a ...

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Номер записи: 19
13-03-2014 дата публикации

Apparatus and Method for Transferring Particulate Material

Номер: US20140069779A1
Автор: Hundorf Harald Hermann, Jackels Hans Adolf, Link Siegfried
Принадлежит: The Procter & Gamble Company

An apparatus for transferring, at high speed and in a very effective and accurate manner, particulate material from a feeder into reservoirs of a moving endless surface, e.g. a drum, by use of a pressure means, e.g. a specific three-dimensional plate, for applying pressure onto said particulate material present between said plate and said moving endless surface, and then transferring the particulate material with said moving endless surface with reservoirs to a substrate; the apparatus and method being particularly useful for the production of absorbent structures for absorbent articles. 1. A method for making a structure that comprises particulate material supported or enclosed by a substrate material , including the steps of:a) feeding a first particulate material with a feeder to a first moving endless surface with a plurality of reservoirs, adjacent said feeder; i) a first surface area substantially parallel to said first moving endless surface; and;', 'ii) a second surface area neighboring said first surface area, being downstream (in MD) from said first surface area, said second surface area being non-parallel to said first moving endless surface and leading from said first surface area towards said first moving endless surface, said first surface area and said second surface area are connected to one another, typically under an angle, and said second surface area having an average angle with said first moving endless surface from about 10° to about 80°., 'b) allowing flow of said particulate material, or part thereof, into a volume space present between said first moving endless surface and a three-dimensional plate, adjacent said feeder and adjacent and opposing said first moving endless surface; and contacting a part of said particulate material with said three dimensional plate, said plate having a first plate face adjacent said first moving endless surface, and said plate face havingc) applying a pressure with said plate onto at least a portion of said ...

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Номер записи: 20
07-01-2016 дата публикации

INSTALLATION DE TRANSPORT DE RECIPIENTS

Номер: US20160001986A1
Автор: GRAFFIN Andre Jean Jacques
Принадлежит:

An installation for transporting containers having necks, the installation comprising an intermediate rotary platform provided in its periphery with slots each having a jaw mounted in the vicinity thereof in order to pivot between a closed position and an open position. Each jaw is provided with blocking means for blocking it in each of its positions, and includes a first contact surface projecting into the slot when the jaw is in the open position in such a manner that when the neck is inserted into the slot it pushes against the first contact surface and brings the jaw into the closed position, and a second contact surface facing the slot when the jaw is in the closed position in such a manner that when the neck is discharged from the slot it pushes against the second contact surface and brings the jaw into the open position. 1. An installation for transporting containers having necks , the installation comprising an intermediate rotary platform provided in its periphery with slots and bordered by a feed unit for bringing containers into the slots and a unit for discharging containers from the slots , a jaw being mounted on the platform in the vicinity of each slot in order to pivot between a closed position for holding the container in the slot and an open position , each jaw being provided with blocking means for blocking it in each of its positions , and including a first contact surface projecting into the slot when the jaw is in the open position in such a manner that when the neck is inserted into the slot it pushes against the first contact surface and brings the jaw into the closed position , and a second contact surface facing the slot when the jaw is in the closed position in such a manner that when the neck is discharged from the slot it pushes against the second contact surface and brings the jaw into the open position.2. An installation according to claim 1 , wherein the platform has stops defining the closed and open positions.3. An installation ...

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Номер записи: 21
07-01-2016 дата публикации

Installation for transporting containers

Номер: US20160001987A1
Автор: Andre Jean Jacques Graffin
Принадлежит: Serac Group SAS

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

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Номер записи: 22
07-01-2021 дата публикации

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

Номер: US20210002084A1
Автор: Schulz Josef
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Transfer system for removing sleeve-shaped workpieces from a first conveyor and for pushing the sleeve-shaped workpieces onto a second conveyor, with a linearly movable coupling rod, with which a gear unit is associated, which includes a swivel body mounted so as to be pivotable about an axis of movement, on which a first workpiece gripper mounted so as to be rotatable about a first axis of rotation and a second workpiece gripper are arranged, wherein the gear unit has an adjuster for initiating an actuating movement for setting a distance between a first gripping region of the first workpiece gripper, which is arranged at a radial distance from the axis of movement, and a second gripping region of the second workpiece gripper, which is arranged at a radial distance from the axis of movement, as well as with a swivel drive for actuating the adjuster for initiating a forced swivel movement connected to the swivel movement of the swivel body onto the first workpiece gripper. 1. A transfer system for removing sleeve-shaped workpieces from a first conveyor and for pushing the sleeve-shaped workpieces onto a second conveyor , having a linear drive which comprises a drive housing and a coupling rod , which is accommodated in a linearly movable manner on the drive housing , for providing a linear movement along an axis of movement , wherein a gear unit is arranged at an end region of the coupling rod remote from the drive housing , said gear unit comprising a swivel body which is mounted so as to be pivotable about the axis of movement and on which a first workpiece gripper and a second workpiece gripper are arranged so as to be rotatable about a first axis of rotation , and wherein the gear unit comprises an adjuster , which is designed for initiating an actuating movement for setting a distance between a first gripping region of the first workpiece gripper , which is arranged at a distance from the axis of movement in the radial direction , and a second gripping region ...

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Номер записи: 23
03-01-2019 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR THE MOVEMENT OF CONTAINERS

Номер: US20190002211A1
Автор: STOCCHI Gabriele
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An apparatus for the movement of bottles in bottling plants includes a frame and a star-shaped structure adapted to rotate on a vertical axis through first moving unit and including at least a side edge, the side edge being adapted to abut on a bottle so as to move it, wherein a scoop is pivoted and placed adjacent on the at least a portion of end of the side edge and adapted to abut on the bottle, so that the side face and the side edge create a continuous supporting profile for the first bottle, the scoop being coupled to a moving mechanism adapted to make the scoop rotate, so as to vary the angle between the side face and the side edge; wherein the moving mechanism includes a cam guide fixed to the frame, a first and second levers coupled to the scoop. 2103416143234. Apparatus () according to claim 1 , wherein the guide () has claim 1 , in a first portion claim 1 , a regular claim 1 , circular development coinciding with the center of rotation of the rotating structure and claim 1 , in a second portion claim 1 , a curvilinear development so as to make the position of the scoop () vary relative to the respective portion of end () according to the position of the roller () on the guide ().31034161434. Apparatus () according to claim 2 , wherein the guide () is rotatable relative to the frame through second moving means claim 2 , so as to adjust the different positions of the scoop () relative to the respective portion of end () according to the position of the guide () with respect to the frame.41012. Apparatus () according to claim 1 , wherein the position of the star-shaped structure () relative to the frame is adjustable through second moving means claim 1 , so as to set up the apparatus according to the diameter of the bottles to be moved.51015141614. Apparatus () according to claim 1 , wherein the side edge () of the portion of end () and the side face of the scoop () fixed to the portion of end () show together claim 1 , substantially claim 1 , a V-shape self ...

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Номер записи: 24
14-01-2016 дата публикации

UNIT FOR MAKING ABSORBENT PADS FOR NAPPIES

Номер: US20160008180A1
Автор: Piantoni Matteo, SOLI Valerio
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A unit for making absorbent pads for nappies including a forming drum by which the absorbent pad is formed and in turn including on its peripheral surface one or more suction recesses; at least one hood for feeding the absorbent material and peripherally facing at least part of the peripheral surface of the drum; and a duct which leads to the hood and which can intermittently feed predetermined charges of a superabsorbent material; the feeding duct is configured in such a way that the flow of superabsorbent material fed into the hood expands until reaching an extent corresponding to the longitudinal extension of the at least one discrete layer of the absorbent pad. 1. A unit for making absorbent pads for nappies , the absorbent pad comprising at least one absorbent material and at least one discrete layer of superabsorbent material; the unit comprises a forming drum by which the absorbent pad is formed and in turn comprising on its peripheral surface one or more suction recesses; at least one hood for feeding the absorbent material and facing at least one portion of the peripheral surface of the drum; the unit comprising a duct for intermittently feeding predetermined charges of the superabsorbent material and leading to the hood; the unit wherein the feeding duct is configured in such a way that the flow of superabsorbent material fed into the hood expands until reaching an extent corresponding to the longitudinal extension of the at least one discrete layer of the absorbent pad.2. The unit according to claim 1 , wherein the hood comprises at least one lateral protrusion extending along the peripheral surface of the drum; the duct for feeding the superabsorbent material leading to the lateral protrusion of the hood.3. The unit according to claim 1 , wherein the duct for feeding the superabsorbent material is configured in such a way that the superabsorbent material flows in at a first claim 1 , inflow speed and out at a second claim 1 , outflow speed lower than the ...

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Номер записи: 25
14-01-2016 дата публикации

BEVERAGE CAPSULE MACHINE FOR MAKING SINGLE USE BEVERAGE CAPSULES

Номер: US20160009427A1
Автор: CASTELLARI Pierluigi, REA DARIO
Принадлежит: I.M.A. INDUSTRIE MACCHINE AUTOMATICHE S.p.A.

A machine for making single use capsules () for extract or infusion beverages comprises: a transport element () for transporting rigid containers () and being closed in a loop around movement means (); a feeding station () for feeding the rigid containers () into respective pockets () of the transport element (); a dosing station () for dosing the product into the rigid container (); a closing station () for closing the rigid container () with a piece of sheet (); an outfeed station (). The closing station () comprises a unit () for preparing and feeding single pieces of sealing sheet () correlated with the shape of the upper aperture () of the rigid container (); transfer means () by which individual pieces of sealing sheet () are withdrawn sequentially and continuously from the preparing and feeding unit () and by which the selfsame pieces () are transported and delivered to a sealing wheel () adapted to seal the piece of sealing sheet () to the rigid container (). 112345627428298810210881121081262134271418. A beverage capsule machine for making single use capsules () for extract or infusion beverages , comprising a rigid , cup-shaped container () having a bottom () and an upper aperture () provided with a rim () , a dose () of extract or infusion product contained inside the rigid container () and a piece of sealing sheet () for closing the upper aperture () of the rigid container () , the machine comprising: a transport element () for transporting the rigid containers () and being closed in a loop around movement means () for moving the transport element (); the transport element () being configured to define a plurality of pockets () for receiving the rigid containers () and which are positioned one after the other , in sequence , each having a respective vertical axis (Z); a plurality of stations which are positioned along a feed path (P) followed by the transport element () and which are configured for operating in phase with the same transport element () and ...

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Номер записи: 26
27-01-2022 дата публикации

TRANSFER STAR-WHEEL FOR CONTAINERS OF THERMOPLASTIC MATERIAL

Номер: US20220024704A1
Автор: BELLINI VITTORIO, COLORETTI DAVIDE
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Transfer star-wheel () for containers () of thermoplastic material, comprising: 111-. (canceled)121100. Transfer star-wheel () for containers () of thermoplastic material , comprising:{'b': 2', '100', '100', '3', '2', '3', '3', '3', '3', '3', '4', '3', '3', '4', '2, 'i': b', 'a', 'b', 'a', 'b, 'a rotary carousel () bearing a plurality of supporting stations (S) for supporting the containers () by their neck (), in each supporting station (S) being provided a pliers () hinged to the rotary carousel () at a hinge axis (AA) in such a way that it assumes at least a first configuration in which the pliers () is fixed, that means it cannot rotate about its hinge axis (AA), and a second configuration in which the pliers () can oscillate about its hinge axis (AA), each pliers () comprising two jaws (, ) and a plate () to which said jaws (, ) are integrally fixed, said plate () being hinged to the rotary carousel () at said hinge axis (AA);'}{'b': 3', '7', '4', '4', '7', '4, 'i': a', 'a, 'a cam kinematic motion that is operatively active on each pliers () for maintaining it in the first configuration, wherein said cam kinematic motion comprises a roller () coupled to a perimeter recess () of said plate () in such a way that said roller () can slide on said perimeter recess ();'}{'b': 8', '3', '9', '10', '3', '3, 'a reactivating device () for each pliers (), that comprises elastic means (, ) operatively active on the pliers () to bring it from the second to the first configuration following an accidental event that deactivated the pliers ().'}13144a. Transfer star-wheel () according to claim 12 , wherein said perimeter recess () is a curvilinear recess obtained on the edge of said plate ().14145811121191095111012. Transfer star-wheel () according to claim 12 , wherein said plate () is provided with a pin () claim 12 , said reactivating device () comprising a further pin () and an articulated arm () that connects the further pin () to the cam kinematic motion claim 12 , said ...

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Номер записи: 27
27-01-2022 дата публикации

SUBSTRATE HOLDER REPLACEMENT WITH PROTECTIVE DISK DURING PASTING PROCESS

Номер: US20220028711A1
Автор: BREZOCZKY Thomas, PRASAD Bhaskar, SATYAVOLU Nitin Bharadwaj, SAVANDAIAH Kirankumar Neelasandra, YEDLA Srinivasa Rao
Принадлежит:

A shutter disc for use in a cluster tool assembly having a processing chamber and a transfer arm includes an inner disc and an outer disc configured to be disposed on the inner disc. The inner disc includes a plurality of locating features configured to mate with locating pins of a transfer arm of a cluster tool assembly and a plurality of centering features configured to mate with alignment elements of a substrate support disposed in the processing chamber of the cluster tool assembly. 1. A shutter disc for use in a cluster tool assembly comprising a processing chamber and a transfer arm , the shutter disc comprising:an inner disc; and a plurality of locating features configured to mate with locating pins of a transfer arm of a cluster tool assembly; and', 'a plurality of centering features configured to mate with alignment elements of a substrate support disposed in the processing chamber of the cluster tool assembly., 'an outer disc configured to be disposed on the inner disc, wherein the inner disc comprises2. The shutter disc of claim 1 , wherein the outer disc comprises a sealing surface configured to form a seal with a portion of a sealing assembly of the processing chamber.3. The shutter disc of claim 1 , wherein the inner disc comprises material selected from a group consisting of aluminum oxide (AlO) claim 1 , zirconium oxide (ZrO) claim 1 , silicon carbide (SiC) claim 1 , and aluminum nitride (AlN).4. The shutter disc of claim 3 , wherein the plurality of locating features comprise the same material as the inner disc.5. The shutter disc of claim 3 , wherein each of the plurality of locating features has a grooved surface.6. The shutter disc of claim 3 , wherein each of the plurality of locating features has a concave surface.7. The shutter disc of claim 3 , wherein each of the plurality of locating features has a flat surface.8. The shutter disc of claim 3 , wherein the plurality of centering features comprise the same material as the inner disc.9. The ...

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Номер записи: 28
15-01-2015 дата публикации

MACHINE AND METHOD FOR MAKING SINGLE-USE CAPSULES FOR BEVERAGES

Номер: US20150013268A1
Автор: CASTELLARI Pierluigi, REA DARIO, Rubbi Emanuele
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A machine for making single use capsules () for extract or infusion beverages comprises: a transport element () for transporting rigid containers () and configured to define a plurality of pockets () for receiving the rigid containers () and which are positioned one after the other, in succession, each having a respective vertical axis (Z); a plurality of stations which are positioned along a path (P) followed by the transport element () and which are configured for operating in phase with the same transport element () and comprising: a feed station () for feeding the rigid containers () into respective pockets () of the transport element (); a dosing station () for dosing the product into the rigid container (); a closing station () for closing the rigid container () with a length of sheet (); an outfeed station () which withdraws the capsules () from the transport element (); the outfeed station () comprises a contact head () for contacting and picking a capsule () from a respective pocket () of the transport element () and placing the capsule () on a receiving table (). 1112345627428298810210881121081221342714118. A beverage capsule machine for making single use capsules ( , ′) for extract or infusion beverages such as coffee or tea , comprising a rigid , cup-shaped container () having a bottom () and an upper aperture () provided with a rim () , a dose () of extract or infusion product contained inside the rigid container () and a length of sheet () for closing the upper aperture () of the rigid container () , the machine comprising: a transport element () for transporting rigid containers () and being closed in a loop around movement means () for moving the transport element (); the transport element () being configured to define a plurality of pockets () for receiving the rigid containers () and which are positioned one after the other , in succession , each having a respective vertical axis (Z); a plurality of stations which are positioned along a path (P) ...

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Номер записи: 29
12-01-2017 дата публикации

ATTITUDE CHANGING APPARATUS, ALIGNING APPARATUS, ATTITUDE CHANGING METHOD AND ALIGNING METHOD

Номер: US20170011943A1
Автор: HARADA Masatoshi, KUDO Atsushi, MATSUMOTO Keiji
Принадлежит: MURATA MANUFACTURING CO., LTD.

An attitude changing apparatus which can change an attitude of a component with certainty without damaging the component. The component has a rectangular parallelepiped shape where a pair of rectangular end surfaces opposite to each other are connected to each other by four side surfaces. The component is stored in a cavity which penetrates between main surfaces of a conveyance member, the conveyance member is moved relative to a base, and the component is made to pass through an engaging groove formed on a reference surface of the base. 1. An attitude changing apparatus used for a component having a rectangular parallelepiped shape where the component includes a pair of rectangular end surfaces which are opposite to each other and four side surfaces which connect the end surfaces to each other , the attitude changing apparatus comprising:a base having a reference surface and a first engaging groove formed in a groove shape with respect to the reference surface; anda conveyance member disposed along the reference surface of the base and having first and second main surfaces which are opposite to each other and a cavity which penetrates between the first and second main surfaces, the cavity being formed such that the component is stored in the cavity either in a state where the end surface of the component is brought into contact with the reference surface or in a state where any one of side surfaces of the component is brought into contact with the reference surface,the conveyance member being configured to move relative to the base such that the cavity moves while facing the first engaging groove from a first end to a second end of the first engaging groove, whereinthe first engaging groove includes: a first groove bottom portion in a linear shape which connects the first end and the second end of the first engaging groove to each other; and a first inclined surface which is disposed adjacently to the first groove bottom portion and extends to one side of the first ...

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Номер записи: 30
15-01-2015 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR PROVIDING A TIRE BEAD TO A NUMBER OF WORKSTATIONS

Номер: US20150014121A1
Автор: Slot Marco, Van Laar Gerardus Johannes Catharina
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The invention relates to a device for providing a bead to a number of workstations, the device includes a frame and a turret rotatable relative to the frame around an indexing axis between one or more predetermined positions relative to the frame, the turret including arms extending substantially radially relative to the indexing axis and being provided with bead-holding members for holding a substantially circular bead, wherein each of the bead-holding members is adapted to rotate around an associated axis of rotation for rotating a bead around its center.

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Номер записи: 31
15-01-2015 дата публикации

MULTI-ROW MAGNETIC DIAL FOR THE CONVEYANCE OF WORKPIECES AND RELATED METHOD

Номер: US20150014126A1
Автор: Snow Gerald F.
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A multi-row magnetic dial assembly that conveys work pieces, such as fasteners, includes a work piece engaging surface disposed around an outer perimeter, adjacent a first dial surface and/or adjacent a second dial surface. Multiple magnets are disposed adjacent the work piece engaging surface to exert a magnetic force on work pieces to magnetically hold them against a dial. The magnets include a first magnet and a second magnet that exert magnetic forces so that the work piece engaging surface magnetically attracts and holds first and second rows (or more) of work pieces, the first row being distal from the second row by a row separation distance. The dial can be oriented in a horizontal plane or a non-horizontal plane. Related methods of operation are also provided.

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Номер записи: 32
14-01-2021 дата публикации

MULTI-LID STRUCTURE FOR SEMICONDUCTOR PROCESSING SYSTEM

Номер: US20210013069A1
Автор: KALSEKAR Viren, Prabhakar Vinay
Принадлежит: Applied Materials, Inc.

Exemplary substrate processing systems may include a chamber body defining a transfer region. The systems may include a first lid plate seated on the chamber body along a first surface of the first lid plate and defining a plurality of apertures through the plate. The first lid plate may also define a recessed ledge about each aperture. The systems may include a plurality of lid stacks equal to a number of apertures of the plurality of apertures. Each lid stack may be seated on the first lid plate on a separate recessed ledge of the first lid plate. The plurality of lid stacks may at least partially define a plurality of processing regions vertically offset from the transfer region. The systems may also include a second lid plate coupled with the plurality of lid stacks. 1. A substrate processing system comprising:a chamber body defining a transfer region;a first lid plate seated on the chamber body along a first surface of the first lid plate, wherein the first lid plate defines a plurality of apertures through the first lid plate, wherein the first lid plate further defines a recessed ledge about each aperture of the plurality of apertures in a second surface of the first lid plate opposite the first surface of the first lid plate;a plurality of lid stacks equal to a number of apertures of the plurality of apertures, each lid stack of the plurality of lid stacks seated on the first lid plate on a separate recessed ledge defined in the second surface of the first lid plate, wherein the plurality of lid stacks at least partially define a plurality of processing regions vertically offset from the transfer region; anda second lid plate coupled with the plurality of lid stacks, wherein the plurality of lid stacks are positioned between the first lid plate and the second lid plate.2. The substrate processing system of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of substrate supports disposed about the transfer region claim 1 , each substrate support of the plurality of ...

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Номер записи: 33
19-01-2017 дата публикации

Transfer disc and its use

Номер: US20170013874A1
Автор: Marcin MAMERSKI
Принадлежит: International Tobacco Machinery Poland Sp zoo

The object of the application is a transfer disc ( 2 ) for the transferring of tobacco industry's rod-like articles ( 5 ) provided with lugs ( 3 ), where the disc is characterized in that a front surface ( 3 A) of the lug ( 3 ) is inclined in a direction corresponding to the direction (T 1 ) of rotation of the transfer disc ( 2 ), and the lug ( 3 ) is configured so that it hits a rod-like article ( 5 ) above the longitudinal axis (X) of the rod-like article ( 5 ).

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Номер записи: 34
03-02-2022 дата публикации

DEVICE, FACILITY AND METHOD FOR EJECTING PRODUCTS

Номер: US20220033194A1
Автор: MICHEL Jocelyn, Pichot Yann, SOUFFES Denis
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The present invention relates to a device for ejecting products in a unit for processing said products, a flow of said products moving one behind the other along a circulation trajectory. The device comprises an ejector for individually ejecting a product out of the circulation trajectory and a motor of the ejector. The ejector comprises at least one plate with a peripheral edge provided with at least one recess for receiving a single product and the motor comprises a rotation drive for said plate and means for synchronizing said drive with the flow of said products. The invention relates also to an installation and an ejection method. 141134. A device () for ejecting products () in a unit for processing said products , a flow of said products () moving one behind the other along a circulation trajectory () , said ejection device () comprising:{'b': 5', '1', '3, 'an ejector () for ejecting a product () individually out of said circulation trajectory ();'}{'b': 9', '5, 'a motor() of the ejector (),wherein'}{'b': 5', '6', '7', '8', '1, 'said ejector () comprises at least one plate () with a peripheral edge () provided with at least one recess () for receiving a single product ();'}{'b': 9', '6', '1, 'said motor () comprising a rotation drive for said plate () and means for synchronizing said drive with the flow of said products ().'}24. The ejection device () as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said plate comprises at least three recesses distributed regularly along the peripheral edge.34818. The ejection device () as claimed in claim 1 , wherein each recess () has a concavity conformed to complement at least a part of the form of each of said products () claim 1 , so as to at least partially introduce said part of said form into said recess ().4496. The ejection device () as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said motor () comprise a rotary motor with a transmission shaft supporting said plate () through at least a rolling bearing and/or a gear.54961. The ejection device () as ...

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Номер записи: 35
03-02-2022 дата публикации

Intelligent Microbial Sample Treatment System

Номер: US20220033760A1
Автор: Linsheng HE, Qiang Yuan
Принадлежит: Chongqing Coretech Medical Technology Co Ltd

An intelligent microbial sample treatment system includes a workbench, and a sample treatment assembly, a culture medium treatment assembly, a streaking assembly and a culture medium storage assembly that are disposed on the workbench; the sample treatment assembly comprises a sample transfer device, a filling device, and a scanning device, a weight detection device, a filling location, a shaking device and waiting locations that are disposed in sequence; and the sample transfer device moves a sample cup among the scanning device, the weight detection device, the filling location, the shaking device and the waiting locations. The intelligent microbial sample treatment system disclosed by the present invention enables improvement of work efficiency and reduction of space occupation and has a reasonable structural layout and high work efficiency.

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Номер записи: 36
17-04-2014 дата публикации

Apparatus for processing electronic devices

Номер: US20140102850A1
Автор: Chi Wah Cheng, Kai Fung Lau
Принадлежит: Individual

An apparatus for processing electronic devices includes a rotary turret having first device concentric around the rotary turret, which transfer the electronic devices; a rotary wheel having second device holders concentric around the rotary wheel, which receive the electronic devices and a processing device to process the electronic devices. The rotary turret rotates the first device holders along a first circular path, and the rotary wheel rotates the second device holders along a second circular path. The first axis of the rotary turret is perpendicular to the second axis of the rotary wheel, and that a projection of the second circular path of the second device holders in a direction perpendicular to the second axis of the rotary wheel onto the first circular path of the first device holders defines a line from the inside to the outside of the first circular path of the first device holders.

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Номер записи: 37
17-04-2014 дата публикации

ROTARY APPARATUS FOR TRANSFERRING BOTTLES OR CONTAINERS IN GENERAL

Номер: US20140102855A1
Автор: LANFRANCHI Mario
Принадлежит: LANFRANCHI S.R.L.

A rotary conveyor apparatus, for collecting, transferring and releasing containers, includes: 112. Rotary conveyor apparatus () , for collecting , transferring and releasing containers () , of the type comprising{'b': '9', 'a. a platform () rotating according to a rotation axis (AA);'}{'b': 3', '9', '12', '9', '6', '3', '9, 'b. means (), supported by said structure (), and slidable in a corresponding slit () which is extended from the periphery (B) to the center of rotation (AA); through an internal conduit (), within said trolleys (), a certain degree of suction is created for a determined rotation angle of the platform () through'}{'b': 4', '9', '7', '4, 'c. a suction box (), arranged at the lower part and in contact with said platform (), comprising a suction opening () which is extended along an angular section thereof on the suction box ();'}{'b': 3', '9', '9', '9, 'characterized in that said means () are trolleys that are movable relative to the rotation of the platform () and are moved from the periphery (B) to the center of rotation (AA) and vice versa during a complete rotation of the platform ().'}2313415993. Apparatus according to claim 1 , characterized in that said action of moving the trolley () is directed by means of a guide () closed loop-like on the suction box () and radial guide means () on the platform (); during the rotation of the disc () claim 1 , said trolley () is moved:{'b': '15', 'a. Along a radial direction given by the guide (), according to a reference integral with the platform,'}{'b': '13', 'b. Along a loop-like path given by the guide (), according to a reference fixed outside the apparatus.'}313143. Apparatus according to claim 2 , characterized in that said means () comprise a track claim 2 , closed loop-like; in said track claim 2 , a pin () is engaged for rolling the trolley () claim 2 , such pin extended below such trolley.4153. Apparatus according to claim 2 , characterized in that said means () are guides integral with the ...

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Номер записи: 38
22-01-2015 дата публикации

Mass Transit Facilitation System and Method

Номер: US20150021142A1
Автор: Morgan Robert W.
Принадлежит:

A mass transit system. The system comprises a first platform for supporting a cargo compartment, a rotating platform having a center area, and a conveyor system for moving the cargo compartment from the first platform to the center area of the rotating platform, while the rotating platform is rotating. The system also includes apparatus for moving the cargo compartment from the center area of the rotating platform to a point relative to the rotating platform that is adjacent a perimeter of the rotating platform. Finally, the system may include apparatus for moving the cargo compartment from the center area to a point relative to the rotating platform that is adjacent a perimeter of the rotating platform. 1. A mass transit system , comprising:a first platform for supporting a cargo compartment;a rotating platform, having a center area; anda conveyor system for moving the cargo compartment from the first platform to the center area of the rotating platform, while the rotating platform is rotating.2. The system of and further comprising apparatus for moving the cargo compartment from the center area of the rotating platform to a point relative to the rotating platform that is adjacent a perimeter of the rotating platform.3. The system of wherein the apparatus for moving the cargo compartment comprises a radial track on the rotating platform.4. The system of wherein the apparatus for moving the cargo compartment comprises apparatus for maintaining a front-to-rear orientation of the cargo compartment in a direction tangential to the radial track.5. The system of wherein the apparatus for moving the cargo compartment comprises apparatus for moving the cargo compartment at a constant radial speed.6. The system of and further comprising apparatus for transferring the cargo compartment from the point relative to the rotating platform that is adjacent a perimeter of the rotating platform to a transport vehicle.7. The system of wherein the apparatus for transferring the cargo ...

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Номер записи: 39
10-02-2022 дата публикации

TRANSFER STAR-WHEEL AND METHOD

Номер: US20220041421A1
Автор: BELLINI VITTORIO, RABOINI Gianmaria
Принадлежит:

Transfer star-wheel () of containers () made of thermoplastic material provided with concave closures (), comprising: a rotary carousel () having a plurality of supporting stations () for supporting the containers (), each supporting station () comprising a pocket () at the external circumference of the rotary carousel () for receiving and supporting the neck () of one of the containers (), characterized in that each supporting station () comprises a striking element () located above the corresponding pocket (), said striking element () being configurable in an operative position in which it is in contact with the concave closure () of the container () supported in the corresponding pocket (), and a neutral position in which it is spaced from the concave closure (). 112-. (canceled)1310100. Capping plant () for capping containers () made of thermoplastic material , comprising:{'b': 11', '111', '200', '100, 'a capping unit () comprising a plurality of capping stations () for applying concave closures () on the containers ();'}{'b': 1', '100', '100', '200', '1', '2', '3', '100', '3', '4', '2', '100', '100', '3', '5', '4', '5', '200', '100', '4', '200, 'i': 'b', 'a transfer star-wheel () for conveying containers () made of thermoplastic material, the containers () being provided with concave closures (), said transfer star-wheel () comprising a rotary carousel () having a plurality of supporting stations () for supporting the containers (), each supporting station () comprising a pocket () at the external circumference of the rotary carousel () for receiving and supporting the neck () of one of the containers (), each supporting station () comprising a striking element () located above the corresponding pocket (), said striking element () being configurable in an operative position in which it is in contact with the concave closure () of the container () supported in the corresponding pocket (), and a neutral position in which it is spaced from said concave closure ...

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Номер записи: 40
23-01-2020 дата публикации

Can body linear loader assembly

Номер: US20200024080A1
Автор: Nicholas Adam Swearman
Принадлежит: CROWN PACKAGING TECHNOLOGY INC

A can body loader assembly includes a turret starwheel having asymmetrical pockets and a vacuum belt that provides a precise pitch dimension between adjacent cans.

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Номер записи: 41
29-01-2015 дата публикации

MACHINE AND STATION FOR MAKING SINGLE-USE CAPSULES FOR BEVERAGES

Номер: US20150027085A1
Автор: CASTELLARI Pierluigi, REA DARIO, Rubbi Emanuele
Принадлежит:

A beverage capsule machine for making single use capsules () for infusion beverages such as coffee, milk, chocolate, tea or combinations of these ingredients, comprises: a transport element () for transporting the components of the capsule () and being closed in a loop around movement means (); the transport element () is configured to define a plurality of pockets () for receiving the components of the capsule () and which are positioned one after the other, in succession; a plurality of stations which are positioned along a path (P) followed by the transport element () and which are configured for operating continuously in phase with the same transport element () and comprising at least: a feed station () for feeding rigid containers () into respective pockets () of the transport element (); a dosing station () for dosing the product into the rigid container (); a closing station () for closing the rigid container () with a length of sheet (); an outfeed station () for the capsule (). 11234562742819881011088112108122134271418. A beverage capsule machine for making single use capsules () for extract or infusion beverages such as coffee or tea , comprising a rigid , cup-shaped container () having a bottom () and an upper aperture () provided with a rim () , a dose () of extract or infusion product contained inside the rigid container () and a length of sheet () for closing the upper aperture () of the rigid container () , the machine comprising: a transport element () for transporting components of the capsule () and being closed in a loop around movement means () for moving the transport element (); the transport element () being configured to define a plurality of pockets () for receiving the components of the capsule () and which are positioned one after the other , in succession , each having a respective vertical axis (Z); a plurality of stations which are positioned along a path (P) followed by the transport element () and which are configured for operating in ...

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Номер записи: 42
24-04-2014 дата публикации

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR THE CONTINUOUS MANUFACTURE AND FILLING OF FLEXIBLE CONTAINERS

Номер: US20140110222A1
Автор: LEON GONZALEZ Miguel Angel, PRIETO MALE Albert
Принадлежит: VOLPAK, S.A.U.

The present invention relates to a packaging method comprising the operation of transferring containers to an endless conveyor element moving forward continuously, conveying suspended containers and describing a closed trajectory imposed by a series of rotary diverting elements using to that end a container transferring device assembled on one of the diverting elements of the endless conveyor element, and rotating in a synchronized manner therewith. A device for putting the method into practice comprises a rotary body driving a plurality of clamps guided by mechanisms which can further slow down the displacement of the clamps without changing the rotating speed of the rotary body. 1. A packaging method comprising the operations ofconveying held suspended previously formed flexible containers by means of an endless conveyor element with continuous forward movement, describing the endless conveyor element a closed trajectory imposed by a series of rotary diverting elements, the containers being manipulated during conveyance, for example for filling and sealing; and{'b': '3', 'transferring formed containers () from a position located outside the closed trajectory which the endless conveyor element follows to the mentioned endless conveyor element for holding, conveying and manipulating them, wherein in the operation of transferring the containers, a container transferring device assembled on one of the diverting elements, rotating in a synchronized manner therewith, is used.'}2. The method according to wherein said diverting element is located within the area demarcated by the closed trajectory which the endless conveyor element follows.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein with said diverting element being configured in the form of a diverting wheel claim 1 , in the operation of transferring containers claim 1 , the containers are transferred to the endless conveyor element while it contacts or links up with the diverting wheel and follows an arc of ...

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Номер записи: 43
24-04-2014 дата публикации

Carrier members or transfer surfaces having a resilient member

Номер: US20140110226A1
Автор: Clifford Theodore Papsdorf, Daniel Patrick Findley, Jasmine Marie BROWNE, Kazuki Fukushima, Kazuya Ogawa, Ronald Joseph Zink, Todd Douglas LENSER, Uwe Schneider
Принадлежит: Procter and Gamble Co

A carrier member configured to convey one or more webs and to receive a discrete absorbent article from a transfer assembly is disclosed. The transfer assembly comprises a transfer member having a transfer surface. The transfer surface is configured to engage the discrete article. The carrier member comprises a body and a resilient member positioned on the body. The resilient member has a Shore A hardness of between about 20 and about 50.

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Номер записи: 44
24-04-2014 дата публикации

Method and Apparatus for Changing the Orientation of an Absorbent Article

Номер: US20140112751A1
Автор: Clifford Theodore Papsdorf, Todd Douglas LENSER, Uwe Schneider
Принадлежит: Procter and Gamble Co

The methods and apparatuses disclosed herein operate to change the orientation of an absorbent article. The apparatus includes a transfer apparatus having a frame that is rotatable about a first axis of rotation and a transfer member that is rotatable about a second axis of rotation. The method includes advancing an absorbent article in a machine direction. The absorbent article is defined by a longitudinal centerline intersected by a lateral centerline at a center. The method includes rotating the absorbent article from a first orientation where the longitudinal centerline extends in a cross direction to a second orientation where the longitudinal centerline extends in the machine direction. The method includes shifting the absorbent article such that the center of the absorbent article shifts from a first cross-directional position to a second cross-directional position. The steps of rotating the absorbent article and shifting the absorbent article may occur concurrently.

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Номер записи: 45
02-02-2017 дата публикации

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR TRANSPORTING AND HANDLING CONTAINERS

Номер: US20170028610A1
Автор: GERHARDS Martin, HERKLOTZ Thorsten, Klatt Dieter
Принадлежит: KHS CORPOPLAST GMBH

The invention relates to a device and a method for transporting and handling containers, in particular containers made of a thermoplastic material. The, containers are transported from an inlet point () to an outlet point () in a transport direction by the transport device, The transport device has at least one handling device () which moves in the transport direction for handling one or more of the containers in a simultaneous manner in particular, and the handling device () is arranged in a movable manner relative to the transport device in order to move in a direction which deviates from the transport direction. The invention is characterized in that the transport device has at least one motor (), by means of which the at least one handling device () can be moved in a motor-driven manner in the direction which deviates from the transport direction. 1. A transport device for transporting and handling containers , wherein the containers are transported by the transport device in a transport direction from an input point to an output point , wherein the transport device has at least one handling device , which is moving in the transport direction for simultaneous handling of one or more containers , wherein the handling device is arranged so that it is movable relative to the transport direction for a movement in a direction differing from the transport direction , wherein the transport device has at least one motor by means of which the at least one handling device can be driven by motor in the direction which differs from the transport direction.2. The transport device according to comprising a plurality of handling devices claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of handling devices is movable separately by using the motor claim 1 , each handling device being connected to the motor claim 1 , so that it can be moved separately by motor claim 1 , wherein the handling devices are movable independently of one another and/or wherein the transport device has a ...

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Номер записи: 46
04-02-2016 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND PROCESS FOR TRANSFERING AND ROTATING AN OBJECT

Номер: US20160031654A1
Автор: BETTINELLI Vincenzo, COLOMBO Gianfranco
Принадлежит: Inman S.R.L.

Apparatus for transferring an object from a first station to a second station with a different orientation compared to that at the first station is disclosed. The apparatus has a stator, a rotor rotatable externally of the stator about an axis of rotation, and at least one retaining member for retaining the object. The retaining member can rotate integrally with the rotor, and it is in turn rotatable with respect to the rotor about its own axis of rotation. The stator is provided with a cam profile coupled to and functionally cooperating with at least one axially extending follower which is constrained to the retaining member in such a way as to cause it to be rotated about said axis of rotation thereof as a function of the relative position of the follower with respect to the cam profile. The axis of rotation of the retaining member and the axis of extension of the follower are substantially always incident to the axis of rotation of the rotor. 1. Apparatus for transferring an object from a first station to a second station with a different orientation compared to that at said first station , comprising a stator , a rotor rotatable externally of said stator about an axis of rotation , and at least one retaining member for retaining said object , said retaining member being rotatable integrally with said rotor with respect to said stator and being in turn rotatable with respect to said rotor about an own axis of rotation , wherein said stator is provided with a cam profile coupled to and functionally cooperating with at least one axially extending follower , said at least one follower being constrained to said at least one retaining member in such a way as to cause said at least one retaining member to be rotated about its own axis of rotation as a function of the relative position of said follower with respect to said cam profile , wherein said axis of rotation of said at least one retaining member and the axis of extension of said follower are substantially always ...

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Номер записи: 47
17-02-2022 дата публикации

A device for transferring rod-like articles used in the tobacco industry

Номер: US20220046977A1
Автор: Sikora Leszek, Zadecki Robert
Принадлежит:

A device for transferring rod-like articles () of the tobacco industry from a longitudinal conveyor (), which transports rod-like articles () in the transport direction (T), along the axis of rod-like articles (), to a transverse conveyor (), which transports rod-like articles () in the direction of transport (T) transverse to the axis of rod-like articles (), or inversely, containing a rotary transport device () with a horizontal rotation axis (X), equipped with rotary arms () on which brackets () maintaining a horizontal position during rotation of the transport device (), with grippers () for gripping rod-like articles () attached to the brackets (), characterized in that the gripper () is rotationally mounted on the bracket (), so that the gripper's () axis of rotation (n) is directed vertically during the bracket's () movement. 1676161610102626131415131661516151615. A device for transferring rod-like articles () of the tobacco industry from a longitudinal conveyor () , the rod-like articles () having an axis , the longitudinal conveyor having a transport direction (T) , which transports rod-like articles () in the transport direction (T) , along the axis of rod-like articles () , to a transverse conveyor () , the transverse conveyor () having a direction of transport (T) , which transports rod-like articles () in the direction of transport (T) transverse to the axis of rod-like articles () , or inversely , containing a rotary transport device () with a horizontal rotation axis (X) , equipped with rotary arms () on which brackets () maintaining a horizontal position during rotation of the transport device () , with grippers () for gripping rod-like articles () attached to the brackets () , characterized in that the gripper () is rotationally mounted on the bracket () , so that the gripper's () axis of rotation (n) is directed vertically during the bracket's () movement.217210. The device according to characterized in that the transport direction (T) on the ...

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Номер записи: 48
17-02-2022 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR EQUIPPING TAMPON APPLICATORS WITH TAMPONS

Номер: US20220047429A1
Автор: Baumgartner Patrick, SCHULER Samuel
Принадлежит: Ruggli Projects AG

An apparatus for equipping tampon applicators with tampons includes an encircling guide arrangement with an entry point, at which the tampon applicators are fed into the apparatus. The apparatus furthermore includes an exit point, at which equipped tampon applicators are discharged. The apparatus furthermore includes an equipping unit arranged between the entry point and the exit point and designed for equipping tampon applicators with tampons. A multiplicity of guide units which are guided on the guide arrangement serves for transporting the tampon applicators on the guide arrangement. A guide unit conveys tampon applicators on such apparatus, and a method equips tampon applicators with tampons. 114041. An apparatus () for equipping tampon applicators () with tampons () , comprising{'b': ['2', '3', '40', '4', '42'], '#text': 'a. an encircling guide arrangement () with an entry point (), at which the tampon applicators () are fed into the apparatus, and with an exit point (), at which equipped tampon applicators () are discharged;'}{'b': ['5', '3', '4', '40', '41'], '#text': 'b. an equipping unit () arranged between the entry point () and the exit point () and designed for equipping tampon applicators () with tampons ();'}{'b': ['10', '2', '40', '2'], '#text': 'c. a multiplicity of guide units () which are guided on the guide arrangement () and which serves for transporting the tampon applicators () on the guide arrangement ().'}22678. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the guide arrangement () comprises at least one processing space with at least one processing unit ( claim 1 , claim 1 , ).3102222. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein each guide unit () comprises at least one applicator receptacle () for receiving a tampon applicator claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , in particular claim 1 , each guide unit comprises exactly one applicator receptacle () for receiving a tampon applicator.41022012022120120221. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 49
30-01-2020 дата публикации

Chain disk corner

Номер: US20200031583A1
Автор: II William Thomas Herring, Marcel Joern Alfred Schubert, Timothy Alan Hawkins
Принадлежит: Hog Slat Inc

Disclosed is a chain disk corner. In certain embodiments, the chain disk corner includes a bi-directional orientation independent chain disk corner wheel. In particular, the wheel is molded and devoid of moving parts. In certain embodiments, the chain disk corner includes a window portion. In particular, a bottom housing subassembly includes a bottom body of an opaque material and a hingedly attached window portion. In certain embodiments, the chain disk corner includes a reinforcing washer. In particular, a top washer is attached by injection molding to an interior of the top body, and/or a bottom washer is attached by injection molding to an interior of the bottom body. In certain embodiments, the chain disk corner includes a top surface devoid of pockets. In particular, a top body includes a plurality of ribs positioned at an interior surface of the top body.

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Номер записи: 50
05-02-2015 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR FORMING PACKS OF PLASTIC BAGS

Номер: US20150037130A1
Автор: Galimberti Gianfranco
Принадлежит:

Device () for forming packs of bags (P) for moving from a first area (S), where an already produced bag (P) is arranged, to a second area (S) for collecting the bags in packs, comprising at least one rotor () carrying a pair of supports () for the bag (P) and suction means to fix the bag (P) to the support while the rotor () rotates. The device advantageously comprises means () designed to maintain said support () in a position parallel to itself during the movement between the first area (S) and the second area (S). 1. A device for forming packs of bags for moving from a first area , in which an already produced bag is arranged , to a second area for collecting the bags in packs , the device comprising:at least one rotor carrying at least one support for a bag;a suction means for constraining the bag to said support while said rotor rotates;a means for maintaining said at least one support in a position parallel to itself during movement between said first area and said second area, said means for maintaining said support in said position parallel to itself comprising a kinematic transmission means for transferring rotary motion of said rotor to said at least one support so that the at least one support is able to rotate around an axis of hinging to a respective arm exiting from said rotor, in an opposite direction relative to a rotation direction of said rotor, maintaining a constant space orientation, said kinematic transmission means comprising an epicyclical gear train, said epicyclical gear train comprising a sun gear fixed relative to the ground, a carrier rotating integrally with an axis of rotation of said rotor, a planet gear for a respective arm, hinged to said carrier and meshed with said sun gear, each arm being integral with said carrier, said planet gear being kinematically connected to the axis of rotation of said support hinged on said arm.2. A device as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising:another support to provide at least a plurality of said ...

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Номер записи: 51
11-02-2016 дата публикации

CONVEYOR SYSTEM FOR CONTAINER PROCESSING MACHINES

Номер: US20160039617A1
Автор: Clusserath Ludwig
Принадлежит:

A conveyor system includes a rotating conveyor element with container holders arranged around a circumference thereof for moving containers between container positions, and a securing installation that suspends the conveyor element. The securing installation includes a structural element that forms an axis of rotation. A projecting portion of the structural element projects beyond the conveyor element's underside. A functional element, which is either a transfer installation or a guiding element is held at this projecting portion so that it can interact with the conveyor element. 112-. (canceled)13. An apparatus for at least one of delivering containers to a container-processing machine and removing containers from said container-processing machine , said apparatus comprising a conveyor system , said conveying system comprising a conveyor element , container holders , a securing installation , a structural element , and a functional element selected from the group consisting of a guide element and a transfer element , wherein said conveyor element rotates about a vertical machine axis , wherein said container holders are circumferentially arranged around said conveyor element , wherein said conveyor element moves containers from a first position to a second position , wherein said securing installation stands on an installation surface , wherein said securing installation suspends said conveyor element , wherein said structural element is a constituent of said securing installation , wherein said structural element forms said vertical machine axis , wherein said structural element comprises a projecting portion that protrudes beyond an underside of said conveyor element , wherein said functional element interacts with said conveyor element , and wherein said functional element is held at said projecting portion.14. The apparatus of claim 13 , wherein said securing installation comprises a rack that at least partially spans a top of said conveyor element.15. The ...

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Номер записи: 52
09-02-2017 дата публикации

UNIT FOR THE CONVEYANCE AND SORTED ALIGNMENT OF PRODUCTS

Номер: US20170036865A1
Автор: CINESI Matteo, SASSI Fabio
Принадлежит:

A unit for conveying and sorting products into alignment includes at least one conveyor belt and at least one surface for gathering products, arranged downstream the belt. At least two conveyor belts are arranged at different heights and convey the products according to a predefined arrangement. A lower belt leads to a carousel for picking up and transferring a product at a time into a conveyance channel that leads to the gathering surface. An upper belt includes at least one portion that surmounts an end of the lower belt arranged downstream the first carousel. The portion leads to an apparatus for overturning the products to transfer them onto the lower belt end, with an orientation, of the products, opposite of the one adopted on the upper belt. The part is affected by a second carousel for picking up and transferring one product at a time into the conveyance channel. 18-. (canceled)9. A unit for the conveyance and sorted alignment of products , of the type comprising at least one conveyor belt and at least one surface for gathering the products , which is arranged downstream of said at least one belt , wherein said conveyor belts are at least two in number , arranged at different heights and intended to convey the products according to a common predefined arrangement; a lower belt of said conveyor belts leading to a first carousel for picking up a single product at a time and for transferring it into a conveyance channel that leads to said gathering surface , an upper belt of said conveyor belts comprising at least one portion thereof that surmounts an end part of said lower belt which is arranged downstream of said first carousel , said at least one portion leading to an apparatus for overturning the products in order to transfer them onto said end part of said lower belt , with an orientation , of said products on said end part , that is the opposite of the one adopted on said upper belt , said end part being affected by a second carousel for picking up a ...

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Номер записи: 53
12-02-2015 дата публикации

Pet blow moulding machines

Номер: US20150044620A1
Автор: Glenn Robert Beale
Принадлежит: B&R Industries Pty Ltd

A blow moulding machine for blow moulding a container having an integrally formed handle; said container blow moulded from a previously injection moulded preform; said preform comprising a body portion and said integrally formed handle; said machine including a preform loading station at which said preform is oriented by a preform orienting apparatus.

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Номер записи: 54
06-02-2020 дата публикации

CARRYING APPARATUS AND CAM CONTROL SHAFT FOR GRIPPING DEVICES

Номер: US20200039761A1
Автор: Schulnig Elmar, Schulnig Ludwig
Принадлежит: TYROLON-SCHULNIG GMBH

A supporting device for receiving, securing, and supporting at least one gripping mechanism comprises at least one gripper arm pair of a first and second gripper arm for gripping, holding, and guiding containers, a circular or circular-segmented support plate including a first receiving opening to accommodate and secure a first gripper arm pivot axis, a second receiving opening to accommodate and secure a second gripper arm pivot axis, and a third receiving opening to rotatably receive a cam control shaft for opening or closing the gripping mechanism configured for each gripping mechanism in the axial direction, and a fourth receiving opening to receive and fix a locking pin to rotatably secure the cam control shaft for each gripping mechanism, the fourth receiving opening extending inwardly from an outer lateral surface of the support plate toward the third receiving opening and at least partly projecting into same. 1. A supporting device for receiving , securing and supporting at least one gripping mechanism comprising at least one gripper arm pair of a first and a second gripper arm for gripping , holding and guiding containers which has a circular or circular-segmented support plate in which a first receiving opening for accommodating and securing a first gripper arm pivot axis of the first gripper arm , a second receiving opening for accommodating and securing a second gripper arm pivot axis of the second gripper arm and a third receiving opening for the rotatable receiving of a cam control shaft for opening or closing the gripping mechanism is respectively formed for each gripping mechanism in the axial direction ,whereina fourth receiving opening for receiving and fixing a locking pin for the rotatable securing of the cam control shaft is provided in the support plate for each gripping mechanism, wherein the fourth receiving opening extends inwardly from the outer lateral surface of the support plate toward the third receiving opening and at least partly ...

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Номер записи: 55
03-03-2022 дата публикации

QUICK CHANGE TRANSFER ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20220063930A1
Автор: Jansen Daniel A., Maxwell Michael Bryan, Mercer Richard James Edward, Scholey Ian Kenneth
Принадлежит: STOLLE MACHINERY COMPANY, LLC

A quick-change vacuum starwheel assembly including at least one of a quick-change height adjustment assembly or a quick-change vacuum starwheel mounting assembly.

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Номер записи: 56
26-02-2015 дата публикации

Handling Device, Processing System and Method for Handling and Processing a Workpiece

Номер: US20150053533A1
Автор: Joachim Schulz, Joachim Weber, Stefan Drexler, Steffen Osswald
Принадлежит: Hinterkopf GmbH

A handling device for handling workpieces including a rotor mounted for rotation about a rotor axis, a rotary drive for introducing a rotary motion into the rotor and at least one workholder assembly, the workholder assembly including at least two workholders which are mounted on the rotor and designed for an at least paired picking up of workpieces at a pickup position and for an at least paired delivery of workpieces at a delivery position during the rotary motion of the rotor, and further including adjusting means which are coupled to at least one workholder of the workholder assembly and which are designed for a cyclical adjustment of a spacing of workholders of the workholder assembly as a function of the rotary motion of the rotor.

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Номер записи: 57
22-02-2018 дата публикации

A BOAT, ASSEMBLY & METHOD FOR HANDLING ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS

Номер: US20180050455A1
Автор: CHARPIE Michel, HITMANN Rainer, KUNZLI Serge, Schaule Max, SCHMID Dieter, SCHOTTL Thomas, WIESBOCK Andreas
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According to the invention, there is provided a boat which comprises, a surface on which a plurality of electronic components can be supported, the surface having a plurality holes defined therein through which a vacuum can be passed to hold components on the surface; and a first vacuum inlet which is in fluid communication with the plurality of holes, wherein the first vacuum inlet can be fluidly connected to a first vacuum generating means so that the first vacuum generating means can provide a vacuum at the plurality of holes; a second vacuum inlet which is in fluid communication with the same plurality of holes with which the first vacuum inlet is in fluid communication with, wherein the second vacuum inlet can be fluidly connected to a second vacuum generating means so that the second vacuum generating means can provide a vacuum at the plurality of holes. There is further provided a corresponding method of handling electrical components using the boat and a corresponding component handling assembly which comprises one or more boats. 1. A boat which comprises ,a surface on which a plurality of electronic components can be supported, the surface having a plurality holes defined therein through which a vacuum can be passed to hold components on the surface; anda first vacuum inlet which is in fluid communication with the plurality of holes, wherein the first vacuum inlet can be fluidly connected to a first vacuum generating means so that the first vacuum generating means can provide a vacuum at the plurality of holes;a second vacuum inlet which is in fluid communication with the same plurality of holes with which the first vacuum inlet is in fluid communication with, wherein the second vacuum inlet can be fluidly connected to a second vacuum generating means so that the second vacuum generating means can provide a vacuum at the plurality of holes.2. A boat according to wherein the boat further comprises claim 1 ,a single vacuum chamber which is provided below the ...

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Номер записи: 58
23-02-2017 дата публикации

CONVEYOR DEVICE

Номер: US20170050807A1
Автор: Itoh Kazuo, Nakamura Tatsuhiko, TAKAMI Tomohiro
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An object is to improve a conveyor device including a curved passage and to provide a conveyor device that enables the curvature radius of a curved passage to be reduced. A conveyor device () includes an introducing side linear conveyor (), a curved passage conveyor (), and a discharging side linear conveyor (). The curved passage conveyor () conveys an object with a rotation trajectory of approximately 180°. The curved passage conveyor () includes a circular plate (), and the upper face of the circular plate () functions as a conveying surface. The circular plate () is curved or bent. A part of the circular plate () other than the curved passage conveyor () gets under the conveying surfaces of the introducing side linear conveyor () and the discharging side linear conveyor (). 1. A conveyor device comprising:a curved passage part made of a thin metal plate;an object introducing part that introduces an object into the curved passage part;an object discharging part that discharges the object from the curved passage part;a plate body planarly rotating around a curvature center of the curved passage part or the vicinity of the curvature center; anda rotating unit for rotating the plate body,wherein a surface of the plate body is exposed in a rotation region from the object introducing part to the object discharging part, andwherein the surface of the plate body is curved or bent downward to get under a different member in a rotation region from the object discharging part through the object introducing part.2. A conveyor device comprising:a curved passage part made of a thin metal plate;a plate body; anda rotating unit for rotating the plate body,wherein a part of the plate body is located in the curved passage part to constitute a conveying surface of the curved passage part,wherein the rest part of the plate body located at a position other than the curved passage part is curved or bent downward to be shielded by a different member, andwherein the curved passage part ...

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Номер записи: 59
05-03-2015 дата публикации

ASSEMBLY FOR SORTING OPTOELECTRONIC DEVICES

Номер: US20150060233A1
Автор: NG Aylwin, Thomas Bernard Raj
Принадлежит: OSRAM Opto Semiconductors GmbH

An assembly for sorting optoelectronic devices () is specified, said assembly comprising: a plurality of inner bins () arranged alongside a inner circle having a first diameter, a plurality of outer bins () arranged alongside an outer circle having a second diameter greater than the first diameter, a conveyor (), wherein the conveyor () is configured to transport a plurality of optoelectronic devices (), the inner circle, the outer circle and the conveyor () are arranged concentric with respect to each other and share a common axis (), the conveyor () is arranged between the inner circle and the outer circle, the conveyor () is pivot-mounted with respect to the axis (), and the conveyor () is rotatable with respect to the inner bins () and the outer bins (). 1. Assembly for sorting optoelectronic devices comprising:a plurality of inner bins arranged alongside a inner circle having a first diameter,a plurality of outer bins arranged alongside an outer circle having a second diameter greater than the first diameter,a conveyor, which is configured to transport a plurality of optoelectronic devices, whereinthe inner circle, the outer circle and the conveyor are arranged concentric with respect to each other and share a common axis,the conveyor is arranged between the inner circle and the outer circle,the conveyor is pivot-mounted with respect to the axis, andthe conveyor is rotatable with respect to the inner bins and the outer bins.2. Assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the conveyor has the shape of a ring.3. Assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the inner bins and the outer bins are arranged stationary.4. Assembly according to claim 1 , whereineach bin has a opening configured for receiving an optoelectronic devices,each opening is arranged at the same height as a transport surface or below the transport surface of the conveyor.5. Assembly according to further comprising means at each bin configured for guiding an optoelectronic device from the transport surface ...

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Номер записи: 60
05-03-2015 дата публикации

CLAMPING UNIT FOR CONTAINERS AT CONTAINER HANDLING MACHINES

Номер: US20150060240A1
Автор: Kraus Andreas, Peutl August
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A clamping unit for containers at container treatment machines where, apart from a vertically movable lifting arm with a centering support for clamping a container from above, a motor for driving the lifting arm and a pneumatic spring against the resistance of which the centering support is mounted at the lifting arm so as to be movable to the top are provided. The lifting arms may be set to a desired vertical position independently of the movement or the rotational position of an associated rotary machine, and a clamping force of the centering supports may be easily and flexibly adjusted by applying a suited pressure to the pneumatic spring. 1. A clamping unit for containers at container handling machines , comprising a lifting arm movable in the vertical direction with a centering support clamping a container from above , and a motor for driving the lifting arm and a pneumatic spring against the resistance of which the centering support is mounted at the lifting arm so as to be movable to the top.2. The clamping unit according to claim 1 , and a threaded spindle driven by the motor and a spindle nut one of firmly connected to the lifting arm and embodied at the lifting arm.3. The clamping unit according to claim 1 , and at least one pressure line via which compressed air may be applied to the pneumatic spring.4. The clamping unit according to claim 3 , and the pneumatic spring is designed such that its resistance may be adjusted depending on an air pressure applied to the pressure line.5. The clamping unit according to claim 1 , the pneumatic spring comprising a piston firmly connected to the lifting arm claim 1 , a stroke cylinder movable with respect to the lifting arm and connected with the centering support.6. The clamping unit according to claim 1 , and the centering support is rotatably mounted at the pneumatic spring.7. The clamping unit according to claim 1 , and at least one compressed air conduit is provided in the centering support for supplying ...

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Номер записи: 61
03-03-2016 дата публикации

Variable volume containers useful in pack-off operations

Номер: US20160059984A1
Автор: Brian Klem
Принадлежит: Individual

Disclosed are container apparatuses that have variable volume capacity, which are useful, for example, as pack-off containers in operations involving manufactured articles. The container apparatuses can have vertically translatable bottom members to adjust volume capacity, and the bottom members can also be rotatable to facilitate the presentation of manufactured articles for removal. The vertically translatable bottom members can be suspended flexible sheet materials, portions of which can be raised or lowered to re-contour the shape of and adjust the volume capacity of the container apparatuses.

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Номер записи: 62
01-03-2018 дата публикации

PAY-PER-USE RECEPTACLE

Номер: US20180061171A1
Автор: Herron Kim Harold
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A pay-per-use receptacle, suitable for use in an attended or unattended manner, especially at a trash or waste disposal facility. The receptacle is a generally box-like enclosure, having a payment terminal for receiving a payment and an access door on the front surface for receiving a bag of material (such as trash) after a payment is made. The bag of material is placed on a generally horizontal surface of a rotatable bin, positioned immediately inside the access door. Upon closing the access door, the rotatable bin rotates, thereby moving the deposited bag to a discharge position above a chute guide. The bag is urged from the rotatable bin by the motion of the bin and gravity, and falls downwardly and outwardly through an opening in the rear of the receptacle, into an external bin, dumpster, or compactor. Also disclosed is an ornamental design for a pay-per-use receptacle, and a process for controlling the operations thereof. 1. A pay-per-use receptacle for use in receiving a payment for deposit of a bag of material and directing the bag of material into an external bin or other external container , comprising:a front surface for engaging a person for receiving a payment and a deposited bag of material, the front surface comprising a control panel with a payment-receiving terminal and an access door to the interior of the receptacle;an access door interlock controlled by a controller for keeping the access door locked until a valid payment is received;a rotatable bin mounted for rotation within the receptacle, the rotatable bin divided into a plurality of segments, each segment defined by a circular plate on each end and a generally rectangular divider plate, confined within the receptacle;a rear surface including a rear discharge opening for directing a deposited bag of material externally of the receptacle, the discharge opening being of a size substantially the same as a segment on the rotatable bin;a motor for rotating the rotatable bin a predetermined angular ...

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Номер записи: 63
28-02-2019 дата публикации

UNIT FOR FEEDING A COMPONENT OF A HYGIENE ABSORBENT ARTICLE PROVIDED WITH A LINEAR ELECTRIC MOTOR

Номер: US20190060134A1
Автор: Pallavera Massimo, Piantoni Matteo, Rosani Marco, SOLI Valerio, Tordini Federico
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A feeding unit for feeding a component of a hygiene absorbent article; the feeding unit has: at least one sucking-holding head, which is designed to receive and hold the component; a conveyor to cyclically move the holding head along an annular application path; an input station in which the holding head receives a corresponding component which is connected—without gaps—to a continuous web; a cutting station provided with a cutting device, which cuts the continuous web crosswise; and an output station in which the holding head releases the component; the conveyor has: an annular guide; a slide which supports the holding head and is coupled to the guide so as to freely slide along the guide itself; and a linear electric motor, which has a stator, which is arranged in a fixed position along the guide and a mobile slider which is electro-magnetically coupled to the stator so as to receive, from the stator, a driving force and is rigidly connected to the slide. 1121. A feeding unit () for feeding a component () of a hygiene absorbent article; the feeding unit () comprises:{'b': 4', '2, 'at least one sucking-holding head (), which is designed to receive and hold the component ();'}{'b': 5', '4, 'a conveyor () to cyclically move the holding head () along an annular application path (P);'}{'b': 1', '4', '2', '3, 'an input station (S), which is arranged along the application path (P) and in which the holding head () receives a corresponding component (), which is connected—without gaps—to a continuous web ();'}{'b': 3', '1', '23', '3', '2', '4', '3, 'a cutting station (S), which is arranged along the application path (P) downstream of the input station (S) and is provided with a cutting device (), which cuts the continuous web () crosswise, so as to separate the component () held by the holding head () from the remaining part of the continuous web (); and'}{'b': 2', '4', '4', '2, 'an output station (S), which is arranged along the application path (P) downstream of the ...

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Номер записи: 64
10-03-2016 дата публикации

ABSORBENT-ARTICLE SHEET MEMBER MANUFACTURING APPARATUS

Номер: US20160067110A1
Автор: Maruhata Kazuya
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An absorbent sheet manufacturing apparatus has a particle collision surface () that extends downward from a cylinder outer surface () in between the lowermost part of a supply cylinder () and a second sheet conveying roller (). Some of the particles emitted forward in the rotation direction of the supply cylinder () from recessed supply portions () that have passed a first cover part () collide with the particle collision surface (), and the colliding particles are guided by the particle collision surface () onto a first sheet member (). This suppresses direct collision of particles emitted from the supply cylinder () with a second sheet member () on the second sheet conveying roller (). Scattering of particles that have collided with the second sheet member () around the first sheet member () and the second sheet member () is thus suppressed. 111-. (canceled)12. An absorbent-article sheet member manufacturing apparatus comprising:a supply cylinder having a cylinder outer surface that is a generally cylindrical surface centered on a rotation axis pointing in a horizontal direction, having a plurality of supply holes that are a plurality of recessed supply portions arrayed in a circumferential direction in said cylinder outer surface, and for rotating about said rotation axis in a predetermined rotation direction;a particle filling part for housing particles of an absorbent material or a deodorant material above said supply cylinder and successively filling said plurality of supply holes with particles through a particle filling opening that faces said cylinder outer surface;a half cover part that extends from said particle filling opening to a lower part of said supply cylinder in said rotation direction to cover part of said cylinder outer surface of said supply cylinder;a first sheet conveying roller disposed below said supply cylinder and in close proximity to a lowermost part of said supply cylinder, having a first roller outer surface that is a generally ...

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Номер записи: 65
17-03-2022 дата публикации

CAROUSEL MACHINE FOR PROCESSING CONTAINERS

Номер: US20220081224A1
Автор: BONARDI Luca
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A carousel machine for processing containers, which comprises a supporting structure for supporting a rotating carousel for the conveyance of containers to be processed which is provided, at the peripheral region of the carousel, with at least one station for processing the containers in transit on the carousel, which is supported by a respective footing which is connected to the supporting structure; the footing is mounted in a cantilever fashion jutting out from the peripheral region of the supporting structure and comprises a pair of monolithic supporting elements; each one of the monolithic elements comprises a respective tubular body, which has, on its outer lateral surface, at least one longitudinal seat which defines at least one abutment region for the coupling of removable connection structure and for the connection of handling structure for moving the processing station with respect to the carousel. 17-. (canceled)8. A carousel machine for processing containers , which comprises a supporting structure for supporting a rotating carousel that rotates about a rotation axis , for the conveyance of containers to be processed , and which is provided , at a peripheral region of said carousel , with at least one station for processing the containers in transit on said carousel , said at least one processing station being supported by a respective footing which is connected to said supporting structure , wherein said footing is mounted in a cantilever fashion jutting out from a peripheral region of the supporting structure and comprises a pair of monolithic supporting elements which lie on respective substantially vertical planes of arrangement , which face each other and are arranged substantially parallel to a direction that is substantially radial with respect to the rotation axis of said carousel , each one of said monolithic elements comprising a respective tubular body , which is substantially U-shaped and is arranged so that corresponding ends thereof are ...

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Номер записи: 66
12-03-2015 дата публикации

SYSTEM FOR STERILISING PLASTIC PARISONS WITH SIMULTANEOUS INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL STERILIZATION

Номер: US20150069271A1
Автор: MUELLER Holger, Scheuren Hans, SOELLNER Juergen
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A system for sterilizing plastic containers and in particular plastic parisons with a transport device which transports the plastic parisons along a predetermined transport path (P), has a first sterilizing device which is suitable for applying radiation to an external surface of the plastic containers in order to sterilise this external surface, and a second sterilizing device which is suitable for applying radiation to an internal surface of the plastic containers in order to sterilise this internal surface. At least one holding device is disposed on the transport device and has an engaging element which can be introduced into a mouth region of the plastic container in order to hold it, wherein at least one component of the second sterilizing device is integrated into this holding device. 1. A system for sterilising plastic containers and in particular plastic parisons with a transport device which transports the plastic parisons along a predetermined transport path , including a first sterilising device which is suitable for applying radiation to an external surface of the plastic containers in order to sterilise this external surface , and a second sterilising device which is suitable for applying radiation to an internal surface of the plastic containers in order to sterilise this internal surface , wherein at least one holding device is disposed on the transport device and has an engaging element which can be introduced into a mouth region of the plastic container in order to hold it , wherein at least one component of the second sterilising device is integrated into the holding device.2. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the first sterilising device is disposed along a transport path of the holding device in such a way that the plastic containers are at least intermittently sterilised simultaneously by the first sterilising device and by the second sterilising device.3. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the system has a delivery device which ...

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Номер записи: 67
10-03-2016 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR TRANSFERRING EGGS

Номер: US20160068346A1
Автор: VAN DEN BRINK Hendrik
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The present invention relates to an apparatus for transferring eggs from a upstream first endless roller conveyor () to a downstream second endless roller conveyor (), wherein the eggs during transfer are guided by means of a star wheel unit (), thereby rotating and taking over the eggs at the very downstream down going end of the first conveyor, guiding the eggs during a downward movement over a saddle (), and releasing the eggs onto the very upstream end of the second conveyor (), wherein the first conveyor () has a first transporting speed v and the second conveyor () has a second transporting speed v, with substantially v/v=r, with r a real number>1, wherein at least the second conveyor is transporting the eggs in a transporting direction in a substantial horizontal plane, wherein the eggs are transferred onto an horizontal part of said second conveyor. The system of the invention has appeared very suitable for both remedying breakage of eggs, for increasing egg processing capacities, and for manufacturing conditions. The invention also provides a method for transferring eggs. 2. Apparatus of claim 1 , characterized in that claim 1 ,{'b': 1', '2', '2', '1, 'for the first transporting speed v and for the second transporting speed v, said ratio v/v is substantially equal to 2.'}3. Apparatus in accordance with claim 1 , characterized in that claim 1 ,the loader conveyor and the supply conveyor have substantially the same roller distances.4. Apparatus in accordance with claim 1 , characterized in that claim 1 ,the eggs are transported by and positioned on every second subsequent pair of rollers.5. Apparatus in accordance with claim 1 , characterized in that claim 1 ,the saddle has a downward slope having at least one angle with the horizontal part, with a range for said angle φ, comprising 10°<φ<60°.6. Apparatus of claim 5 , characterized in that claim 5 ,the saddle has two downward slopes having according two angles φ1, φ2, in the downstream direction, with 10°<φ1< ...

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Номер записи: 68
10-03-2016 дата публикации

TRANSPORT DEVICE FOR CONTAINERS

Номер: US20160068355A1
Автор: Clusserath Ludwig
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A container transport device includes a drive driving a star wheel mounted on bearings within a hollow column that is part of the machine frame. The star wheel comprises two star wheel elements, one forming the leading flanks and the other forming trailing flanks. The two elements adjust to define an angular offset between them. During transport, the elements rotate synchronously while maintaining the angular offset. The hollow column encloses all function elements for setting or maintaining an angular offset, thus protecting them from exterior influence. 114-. (canceled)15. An apparatus comprising a transport device for transporting a container , said transport device comprising a star wheel , a drive , bearings , a column , a machine frame , a plurality of receptacles , a plurality of first flanks , a plurality of second flanks , a first star wheel element , a second star wheel element , and a function element set , wherein said drive drives said star wheel about an axis perpendicular to a plane defined by said star wheel , wherein said star wheel is mounted on said bearings within said column , wherein said column is part of said machine frame , wherein said plurality of receptacles is disposed circumferentially about said star wheel , wherein at least a portion of said column is hollow , wherein said at least a portion of said column defines a first space and a second space , wherein said first space is inside said at least a portion of said column , wherein said second space is outside said at least a portion of said column , wherein each receptacle comprises one of said first flanks and one of said second flanks , wherein said first flanks lead in relation to a rotation direction of said star wheel , wherein said second flanks trail in relation to said rotation direction of said star wheel , wherein at least a portion of said second flank forms one of said receptacles from said plurality of receptacles , wherein each of said receptacles from said plurality of ...

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Номер записи: 69
17-03-2016 дата публикации

METHODS FOR TRANSFERRING DISCRETE ARTICLES

Номер: US20160074239A1
Автор: Papsdorf Clifford Theodore, SCHNEIDER Uwe
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The present disclosure is directed to a method of transferring discrete articles from or to a moving carrier member using a transfer assembly. The transfer assembly comprises a frame defining a rotation axis and a transfer member comprising a transfer surface configured to receive one of the discrete articles. The method comprises rotating the transfer member about the rotation axis and maintaining the transfer surface at a substantially constant minimum distance away from the moving carrier member at the point of discrete article transfer. 1. A method of transferring discrete articles from or to a rotating carrier member using a transfer assembly comprising a frame defining a rotation axis and a transfer member comprising a substantially flat transfer surface configured to receive one of the discrete articles , the method comprising:rotating the transfer member about the rotation axis; andmaintaining a substantially constant pressure between the substantially flat transfer surface and the rotating carrier member throughout a zone of discrete article transfer.2. The method of claim 1 , comprising radially displacing the substantially flat transfer relative to the rotation axis in the zone of discrete article transfer to maintain the substantially constant pressure.3. The method of claim 1 , comprising maintaining the substantially flat transfer surface at substantially the same tangential velocity as the velocity of the rotating carrier member throughout the zone of discrete article transfer.4. The method of claim 1 , comprising rotating the substantially flat transfer surface about a second rotation axis between a first position and a second position claim 1 , wherein the rotation axis extends in a first direction claim 1 , and wherein the second rotation axis extends in a second claim 1 , different direction.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the substantially flat transfer surface is rotated between about 80 degrees and about 100 degrees between the first ...

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Номер записи: 70
16-03-2017 дата публикации

REMOVABLE MAGAZINE AS WELL AS SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR LOADING A REMOVABLE MAGAZINE AND A SETTING DEVICE

Номер: US20170072521A1
Автор: Münstermann Jörg, Ziebart Jan-Robert
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A removable magazine may include a plurality of connection elements. The connection elements are arranged in a plurality of chambers from which they can be unloaded individually and specifically. Further, a setting device is disclosed that may operate in combination with this removable magazine. 1. A removable magazine in which a plurality of connection elements is dischargeably storable at a plurality of defined positions , wherein the removable magazine is connectable with a loading station and a setting device for transfer and removal of connection elements , wherein the removable magazine comprises the following features:a. a storage plate having a plurality of defined arranged and only one-sided open chambers, the shape of which is adapted to a connection element to be received, especially to a type of a connection element to be received, so that at least one connection element is position-orientated storable therein,b. a closing component closing the plurality of defined arranged chambers such that at least for an unloading of the plurality of defined arranged chambers, only one chamber is opened, whereinc. the storage plate and the closing component are rotatable and/or pivotable and/or movable with respect to each other so thatd. the respective chamber is movable with respect to the chamber opening such that at least a chamber-specific unloading of the respective chamber takes place via the chamber opening.2. Removable magazine according to claim 1 , in which the storage plate is a rotatable disk having a thickness parallel to a rotational axis and the chambers are arranged with a longitudinal axis parallel or perpendicular to the rotational axis.3. Removable magazine according to claim 2 , in which the chambers are arranged defined in one or a plurality of concentric circles and/or spiral-like and/or radially around the rotational axis and/or matrix-like.4. Removable magazine according to claim 3 , the chambers of which are arranged accessible from an outer ...

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Номер записи: 71
07-03-2019 дата публикации

Transport Device for Transporting Containers

Номер: US20190071259A1
Автор: Bauer Veronika
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A transport device for transporting containers with a plurality of pucks, each designed for receiving a container and for standing transport of the container, the transport device having an intermediate starwheel and a container lifting device to adjust the vertical position of the containers, and the transport device permitting the containers to be transported by the pucks to an inlet of a treatment machine and away from an outlet of the treatment machine. The container lifting device of the transport device is integrally formed with or attached to the intermediate starwheel and is formed and arranged in operation such that it lifts the containers, for removing the containers from the pucks, before they pass through a treatment section of the treatment machine and lowers the containers, for inserting the containers into the pucks, after they have passed through the treatment section. 1. A transport device for transporting containers with a plurality of pucks , which are each designed for receiving a container and for standing transport of the container ,the transport device comprising an intermediate starwheel and a container lifting device designed to adjust the vertical position of the containers, andthe transport device being designed such that the containers can be transported by means of the pucks to an inlet of a treatment machine and away from an outlet of the treatment machine,the container lifting device being integrally formed with or attached to the intermediate starwheel and formed and arranged in operation such that it lifts the containers for removing the containers from the pucks before they pass through a treatment section of the treatment machine and lowers the containers for inserting the containers into the pucks after they have passed through the treatment section.2. The transport device according to claim 1 , wherein the transport device comprises an infeed starwheel and an outfeed starwheel and the intermediate starwheel is arranged between ...

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Номер записи: 72
07-03-2019 дата публикации

Rotary picker with arms

Номер: US20190071260A1
Автор: Laverdiere James
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Methods and apparatus for picking items. Item picking devices are operably positioned on a rotatable frame portion so that they move in a rotary motion to pick items from a conveyor belt or other area as required. By moving item picking devices in a rotary motion in proximity to a conveyor belt or other area, embodiments of the present invention can more efficiently pick and place items for packaging, processing, shipment, or for further use and without being limited by space constraints. 1. An item picking apparatus , the apparatus comprising:a rotatable frame portion having a central axis of rotation and an exterior rim; and at least one picking device is a multi-axis robotic arm, the multi-axis robotic arm having a first link and a second link;', 'the first link and second link of the multi-axis robotic arm are connected at a first joint, such that the second link is configured to move, independently of the first link, around the first joint between the central axis of rotation and the exterior rim to be in a position to pick up at least one item adjacent to the rotatable frame portion., 'a plurality of picking devices that are each operably connected to the rotatable frame portion, wherein2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the multi-axis robotic arm has six degrees of freedom.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the multi-axis robotic arm further comprises a third link connected to the first link of the multi-axis robotic arm at a second joint.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of picking devices are multi-axis robotic arms.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first link of the multi-axis robotic arm is coupled to the rotatable frame portion.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the picking devices are implemented as one or more of a vacuum device claim 1 , a magnetic device claim 1 , a claw device claim 1 , a manual gripping device claim 1 , or a suction device.7. The apparatus of claim 1 , furthering comprising at least one sensing ...

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Номер записи: 73
12-06-2014 дата публикации

COMPLIANT VACUUM TRANSFER STARWHEEL

Номер: US20140158501A1
Автор: Marshall Harold J., Schill Joseph G.
Принадлежит: BELVAC PRODUCTION MACHINERY, INC.

A transfer assembly includes a transfer starwheel having recesses to receive an article. Each recess includes a vacuum port and at least one insert formed from a compliant material. The at least one insert at least partially defines a shape of the recess, which corresponds to an aspect of the article. The transfer assembly includes a mounting hub including a plurality of circumferential sets of vacuum openings extending axially along the mounting hub and coupled to a vacuum source. A vacuum is delivered to the vacuum openings. The transfer starwheel is mounted on a mounting hub to align the vacuum ports of the transfer starwheel with a selected set of vacuum openings on the mounting hub. The mounting hub rotates so that the transfer starwheel receives the article into one of the recesses at a first position and rotates to a second position while holding the article with the vacuum. 1. A system for transporting articles , comprising:a transfer starwheel assembly including one or more recesses, each recess being configured to receive an article, and each recess including a vacuum port and at least one insert formed from a compliant material, the at least one insert at least partially defining a shape of the recess, the shape of the recess corresponding to an aspect of the article; anda mounting hub assembly including a plurality of circumferential sets of vacuum openings extending axially along the mounting hub assembly and coupled to a vacuum source, a vacuum being delivered to the vacuum openings,wherein the transfer starwheel assembly is configured to be mounted on the mounting hub assembly, the transfer starwheel assembly being positioned on the mounting hub assembly to align the vacuum ports of the transfer starwheel assembly with a selected one of the sets of vacuum openings on the mounting hub assembly, the mounting hub assembly and the transfer starwheel assembly rotating so that the transfer starwheel assembly receives the article into one of the recesses at ...

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Номер записи: 74
12-06-2014 дата публикации

CONTAINER TRANSPORT DEVICE HAVING PLIABLE BOTTLE SUPPORTS

Номер: US20140158504A1
Автор: Fahldieck Andreas, Krulitsch Dieter-Rudolf
Принадлежит: KHS GmbH

A container transport device includes a counter support along a section thereof, and holding devices arranged opposite the counter support for holding and transporting containers. Each holding device has a base body separate from the container transport device. The base body, which includes spring elements, is configured to engage the counter support at least in a direction toward a center of the container transport device, to make contact underneath a neck ring of a container, and to automatically adapt to a container diameter of the container with the support thereof. The holding device is detachably connectable to the transport device. The base body, which, together with its components is made in one piece from plastic, is elastically pliable in the radial direction. 19-. (canceled)10. An apparatus for transporting containers , said apparatus comprising a container transport device selected from the group consisting of a grinding star and a sliding star , said container transport device comprising a counter support along a section of said container transport device , a plurality of holding devices arranged opposite said counter support for holding and transporting containers , each holding device comprising a base body separate from said container transport , said base body comprising spring elements , wherein said base body is configured to said counter support at least in a direction toward a center of said container transport device , wherein said base body makes contact underneath a neck ring of a container and automatically adapts to a container diameter of said container with the support thereof , wherein said holding device is detachably connectable to said transport , wherein said base body is elastically pliable in said radial direction , and wherein said base body and components thereof are made in one piece from a plastic.11. The apparatus of claim 10 , wherein said base body is configured as a divider.12. The apparatus of claim 10 , wherein said base ...

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Номер записи: 75
22-03-2018 дата публикации

TRANSFER UNIT FOR TRANSFERRING ARTICLES BETWEEN TWO LINES ANGULARLY DISPOSED TO EACH OTHER

Номер: US20180079602A1
Автор: BALLETTI Leonardo, Canini Gabriele
Принадлежит:

A transfer unit for transferring articles having a first orientation from a first line, to a perpendicular second line along which the articles advance with a second orientation, rotated in the horizontal plane relative to the first orientation, includes a carousel having a set of pickup devices carried by rotatably supported arms driven in counter-rotation and phase relationship with the rotation direction of the carousel. Counter-rotation is obtained by idler gears meshing with a crown wheel coaxial with and fixed to the carousel and with gears acting on the arms. The gripping devices are driven in counter-rotation relative to rotation of the arms to keep their orientation constant in the horizontal plane while free ends of the arms rotate. Counter-rotation of the pickup devices is obtained by a first pinion connected by a belt to a second, smaller pinion fixed on the axis of rotation of the arm. 1. A transfer unit for transferring articles from a first line , along which the articles are made to advance according to a first orientation , to a second line , perpendicular to the first line and along which the transferred articles are made to advance according to a second orientation , rotated in the horizontal plane relative to the first orientation , the transfer unit comprising a rotary carousel having a set of pickup means circumferentially distributed round the carousel and driven to pick up the articles one after the other from the first line and , after rotating the carousel through a predetermined circular arc , to place them on the second line , the carousel being rotatable about a vertical axis and being characterized in that the pickup means are carried by corresponding arms which are rotatably supported round a respective middle circle whose axis is parallel to the axis of rotation of the carousel and are driven in counter-rotation and in phase relationship with the rotation direction of the carousel , in such a way that , as the carousel rotates , the ...

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Номер записи: 76
29-03-2018 дата публикации

CONTAINER GRIPPER AND TRANSPORTING DEVICE FOR TRANSPORTING CONTAINERS

Номер: US20180086571A1
Автор: Fahldieck Andreas, MALLITZKI Nils
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A container gripper has pivotable gripper arms and a blocking element that comprises a spring element with first and second regions that preloads the gripper arms into a closing position. The blocking element moves between a releasing position and a blocking position such that a closing force exerted in the blocking position exceeds that exerted in the releasing position. The spring elements interact with control surfaces of the gripper arms such that, when the blocking element is in the releasing position, the control surface takes effect against the first region, thereby causing the spring element to exert the first closing force and wherein, when the blocking element is in the blocking position, the control surface takes effect against the second region, thereby causing the spring element to exert the second closing force. 114-. (canceled)15. An apparatus comprising a container gripper , wherein said container gripper comprises pivotable gripper arms and a blocking element that comprises a spring element that preloads said gripper arms into a closing position , said spring element comprising a first region and a second region , wherein each gripper arm comprises a control surface , thereby defining first and second control surfaces , wherein said blocking element is movable along a movement direction between a releasing position , which corresponds to said gripper's releasing state , and a blocking position , which corresponds to said gripper's blocking state , wherein , in said releasing position , said spring elements exert a first closing force on said gripper arms and wherein , in said blocking position , said spring elements exert a second closing force on said gripper arms , said second closing force being greater than said first closing force , wherein said spring elements interact with said control surfaces of said gripper arms such that , when said blocking element is in said releasing position , said control surface takes effect against said first ...

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Номер записи: 77
05-05-2022 дата публикации

Smooth Handoff of Containers Using Multiple Grippers

Номер: US20220135344A1
Автор: Avril Fabrice, Bonnain Jean-Christophe, Limousin Frederic, Strohm Amelie
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A conveyor system for grouping containers includes a first track including a first plurality of lugs, each lug having a respective gripper coupled thereto configured to drive containers along the first track and a second track configured to move a second plurality of lugs wherein each of the lugs is coupled to a respective gripper configured to receive containers from the first track, and move the containers along the second track wherein the grippers of the second track contact the container while the gripper of the first track contacts the container.

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Номер записи: 78
07-04-2016 дата публикации

MACHINE AND METHOD FOR ARRANGING OBJECTS IN AN ALTERNATE MANNER IN SINGLE FILE ROWS

Номер: US20160096642A1
Автор: RAPPARINI Gino
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A machine (M) and a method for arranging objects (T, T, T) comprising a first end (Te) and a projecting edge (Tb) arranged in proximity to the first end, in an alternate manner along single file rows (F). The objects are oriented so that they rest on the first end and are divided into a first group (A) and a second group (B). The first group are moved in an anti-clockwise direction along a first arc of circumference (C) and, simultaneously, the second group are moved in a clockwise direction along a second arc of circumference (C). The objects (T) of the first group and the objects (T) of the second group are dropped in turn along the same direction (Y). The objects (T, T, T) are stacked on top of one another in an alternate manner along single file rows (F). 1. Machine for arranging objects comprising a first end and a projecting edge arranged in proximity to said first end , in an alternate manner along single file rows , comprising:first transportation means for transporting a first group of said objects and second transportation means for transporting a second group of said objects;first moving means suitable for receiving said objects of said first group from said first transportation means and for moving said objects belonging to said first group in an anti-clockwise direction along a first arc of circumference defined on a first plane;second moving means suitable for receiving said objects of said second group from said second transportation means and for moving said objects belonging to said second group in a clockwise direction along a second arc of circumference defined on a second plane parallel to said first plane; andcollecting and dropping means for receiving said objects of said first group from said first moving means and said objects of said second group from said second moving means and for dropping them along the same direction, said collecting and dropping means comprising first rotation means suitable for rotating said objects of said first ...

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Номер записи: 79
01-04-2021 дата публикации

Gripper for a Container Transport System

Номер: US20210094765A1
Автор: Bektasevic Damir, Fahldieck Andreas
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A gripper for a container-transporter includes a system, first and second arms with corresponding inner faces and a controller disposed between the arms to pivot the arms. A spring pre-loads the arms towards one another. Rollers at the control unit rotate about a central control-axis thereof. The faces are shaped such that, in response to the rollers' movement, they carry out an equiangular and symmetric pivoting between an opened and closed position of the gripper. 119-. (canceled)20. An apparatus comprising a gripper for a container-transport system , said gripper comprising a first pair of arms , a controller , a spring , and first and second rollers , wherein said first pair of arms comprises a first arm that comprises a first face formed thereon and a second arm that comprises a second face formed thereon , wherein said controller is disposed between said first and second arms , wherein said controller pivots said first and second arms towards one another , wherein said spring pre-loads said first and second arms towards each other , wherein said first and second rollers are arranged at said control unit and rotate about a central control-axis thereof , wherein , for pivoting said first arm , said controller guides movement of said first roller along said first face , wherein , for pivoting said second arm , said controller guides movement of said second roller along said second face , wherein said first and second faces are shaped such that , in response to movement of said first and second rollers , said first and second arms carry out an equiangular and symmetric pivoting between an opened and closed position of said gripper , wherein said first and second arms are gripper arms , wherein said first and second rollers are control rollers , wherein said control unit is a rotatable control unit , wherein said first and second faces are inner control faces , and wherein movement along said first face is selected from said group consisting of sliding and rolling. ...

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Номер записи: 80
12-05-2022 дата публикации

Stepped pin loading mechanism

Номер: US20220143765A1
Автор: Hao Qian, HUI Wang, Jianhua Ji, Xudong Shu, Yongfei CHEN
Принадлежит: Hengdian Group Innuovo Electric Co Ltd

An object of the present invention is to provide a stepped pin loading mechanism which can be used for loading stepped pins, comprising a vibrator bowl. A spirally rising discharge track is connected to an outer side of a hopper of the vibrator bowl, and a swivel plate is provided on the discharge track, and several receiving slots are provided on the swivel plate. The strip-shaped receiving slot consists of an inner segment and an outer segment, and the width of the outer segment is greater than that of the inner segment. A front baffle and a rear baffle, both of which are provided with a through opening, are provided on the discharge track, an arc-shaped side baffle, which is located between the front baffle and the rear baffle to form a semi-enclosed structure, is provided on an outer circumferential side of the swivel plate. One end of the side baffle deviates from the through opening of the rear baffle, and the height of an upper edge of the side baffle gradually increases from the rear baffle to the front baffle so that an upper edge at the other end of the side baffle is as high as an upper side of the through opening of the front baffle.

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Номер записи: 81
04-04-2019 дата публикации

SEED INJECTION

Номер: US20190098826A1
Автор: BRADER Günter, MITTER Birgit, PFAFFENBICHLER Nikolaus, REICHENBERGER Günther, RIESING Johann
Принадлежит: AIT AUSTRIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY GMBH

Method and apparatus for automatically preparing seeds with an additive to be deployed together with the seeds, wherein the seeds are opened and a predefined amount of additive is introduced into the seeds through the opening. 26. Method according to claim 1 , characterized in that prior to conveying the seed () into the opening position:{'b': '6', 'receiving the seed () on a seed retainer;'}{'b': '6', 'verifying an orientation of the seed () on the seed retainer; and'}{'b': 6', '6, 'if an orientation of the seed () differs from an expected orientation removing the seed () from the seed retainer.'}3. Method according to one of the preceding claims claim 1 , characterized in that the created opening penetrates the seed coat and the additive injected into the endosperm or between the endosperm and the embryo of the seed.4. Method according to one of the preceding claims claim 1 , characterized by orientating the seed in a predefined way prior to conveying the seed into the opening position.5326. Method according to one of to claim 1 , characterized in that the seed retainer is formed by a seed support () claim 1 , to which the seed () is fastened before verifying the orientation.6632. Method according to claim 5 , characterized in that the seed () is fastened to the seed support () by adherence.76. Method according to one of to claim 5 , characterized in that the orientation of the seeds () is achieved by applying a vibrating motion and/or a pneumatic pressure or by performing mechanical sieving claim 5 , preferably through different pore sizes claim 5 , and/or mechanical sorting claim 5 , before verifying the orientation of the seed.86626365622. Apparatus for automatically preparing seeds () with an additive to be deployed together with the seeds () claim 5 , comprising opening means () for creating an opening in a seed () claim 5 , introducing means () for introducing a predefined amount of additive into the seed () through the opening claim 5 , and conveying means ...

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Номер записи: 82
26-03-2020 дата публикации

ELECTRONIC ELEMENT INSPECTION EQUIPMENT AND CHIP INSPECTION METHOD THEREOF

Номер: US20200096562A1
Автор: FU Ting-Ming
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An electronic element inspection equipment is provided, which is adapted to inspect an electronic element. The electronic element inspection equipment includes a first transmission track, a first rotational unit, a first image capturing device, a second image capturing device, a third image capturing device, a second rotational unit, a fourth image capturing device, and a second transmission track. The first rotational unit rotates around a first axis. When the first rotational unit moves the electronic element, the first image capturing device, the second image capturing device, and the third image capturing device capture images of the electronic element. The second rotational unit rotates around a second axis, wherein the second axis is perpendicular to the first axis. When the second rotational unit moves the electronic element, the fourth image capturing device captures one image of the electronic element. 1. An electronic element inspection equipment , adapted to inspect an electronic element , comprising:a first transmission track;a first rotational unit, rotating around a first axis, wherein the first rotational unit is adapted to pick up the electronic element from the first track;a first image capturing device, wherein when the first rotational unit moves the electronic element, the first image capturing device captures a first image of a first side of the electronic element;a second image capturing device, wherein when the first, rotational unit moves the electronic element, the second image capturing device captures a second image of a second side of the electronic element;a third image capturing device, wherein when the first rotational unit moves the electronic element, the third image capturing device captures a third image of a third side of the electronic element, the second side is opposite to the third side, and the first side is perpendicular to the second side and the third side;a second rotational unit, rotating around a second axis, wherein ...

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Номер записи: 83
21-04-2016 дата публикации

Method and Apparatus for Rotating an Absorbent Article

Номер: US20160106596A1
Автор: David Carlton ORDWAY, Kazuaki Tameishi, Michael Devin Long, Uwe Schneider
Принадлежит: Procter and Gamble Co

An apparatus and method for rotating and transferring a discrete article. The rotation apparatus may include a slot portion defining a longitudinal slot axis. A head assembly may be positioned adjacent to the slot portion. The head assembly may include a transfer member. The transfer member may define a longitudinal transfer axis. A support member extending from the transfer member toward the slot portion may rotate about the longitudinal transfer axis. A first follower and a second follower may be operatively engaged with the support member. The first follower may include a first follower outer surface defining a first longitudinal follower axis and the second follower may include a second follower outer surface defining a second longitudinal follower axis. The first follower and the second follower may be positioned such that the first longitudinal follower axis and the second longitudinal follower axis intersect the longitudinal slot axis.

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Номер записи: 84
21-04-2016 дата публикации

Method and Apparatus for Rotating an Absorbent Article

Номер: US20160106597A1
Автор: Long Michael Devin, Ordway David Carlton, SCHNEIDER Uwe
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An apparatus and method for rotating and transferring a discrete article. The rotation apparatus may include a rib portion defining a longitudinal rib axis. A head assembly may be positioned adjacent to the rib portion. The head assembly may include a transfer member. The transfer member may define a longitudinal transfer axis. A support member extending from the transfer member toward the rib portion may rotate about the longitudinal transfer axis. A first follower and a second follower may be operatively engaged with the support member. The first follower may include a first follower outer surface defining a first longitudinal follower axis and the second follower may include a second follower outer surface defining a second longitudinal follower axis. The first follower and the second follower may be positioned such that the first longitudinal follower axis and the second longitudinal follower axis intersect the longitudinal rib axis. 1. A rotation apparatus for rotating a discrete article , the rotation apparatus comprising:a rib portion extending radially outward from a mounting surface, the rib portion comprising a first rib surface and a second rib surface opposite the first rib surface, wherein the rib portion defines a longitudinal rib axis of rotation;a head assembly positioned adjacent to the rib portion, wherein the head assembly comprises a transfer member having a proximal end portion and a distal end portion, wherein the transfer member defines a longitudinal transfer axis of rotation, and wherein at least a portion of the head assembly is configured to rotate about the longitudinal transfer axis;a support member extending from the transfer member toward the rib portion, the support member having a proximal end portion and a distal end portion opposite the proximal end portion, wherein the proximal end portion of the support member is associated with the distal end portion of the transfer member; anda first follower and a second follower operatively ...

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Номер записи: 85
21-04-2016 дата публикации

FORMATTING PART FOR GUIDING CONTAINERS IN A CONTAINER TREATMENT INSTALLATION

Номер: US20160107845A1
Автор: Bruch Bernd
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A formatting part for guiding containers in a container treatment installation includes first and second formatting part elements spaced apart along a first direction with an adjustable gap between them. Adjusting the gap between them causes a container guide rail to move an and out along a second direction perpendicular to the first to permit adjustment for different kinds of bottles. 18-. (canceled)9. An apparatus for guiding containers in a container-treatment installation , said apparatus comprising a formatting part , wherein said formatting part comprises a first formatting-part-element , a second formatting-part-element , a first guide-device , a first container-guide rail , a first joint-element , a second joint-element , a first connection-joint , a first joint-carrier , and a second joint-carrier , wherein said second formatting-part-element is separated from said first formatting-part-element along a first direction , wherein said separation defines a first gap , wherein said first gap has an adjustable first-gap width , wherein said first guide-device is connected to said first and second formatting-part-elements , wherein said first guide-device comprises said first container guide-rail , said first and second joint-elements , said first and second joint-carriers , and said first connection-joint , wherein said first guide-device is configured such that adjustment of said first gap-width causes adjustment of said first container-guide-rail in a second direction , wherein said second direction is transverse to said first direction , wherein said first joint-element connects said first joint-carrier to said first formatting-part-element , wherein said second joint-element connects said second joint carrier to said second formatting-part-element , and wherein said first and second joint-carriers connect in a jointed fashion to said first connection-joint.10. The apparatus of claim 9 , further comprising a third formatting-part-element and a second guide- ...

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Номер записи: 86
19-04-2018 дата публикации

A Maker Machine to Manufacture Hygiene Absorbent Articles

Номер: US20180104112A1
Автор: Piantoni Matteo, SOLI Valerio
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Maker machine to manufacture hygiene absorbent articles and having: a feeding line which feeds a continuous strip of impermeable material, which is intended to define a succession of sheets of impermeable material; and at least one operating unit which feeds a corresponding component of the hygiene absorbent articles to the sheets of impermeable material carried by the feeding line by way of an application device; the application device has at least one sucking pick-up head and a conveyor provided with an annular guide which is arranged in fixed position along an application path, a slide which supports the sucking pick-up head and is coupled to the guide so as to freely slide along the guide, and a linear electric motor, which has a stator that is arranged in a fixed position along the guide and a mobile slider which is electro-magnetically coupled to the stator so as to receive, from the stator a driving force and is rigidly connected to the slide. 1121. A maker machine () to manufacture hygiene absorbent articles (); the maker machine () comprises:{'b': 7', '1', '3, 'a feeding line (), which feeds, along a straight and horizontal forming path (P), a continuous strip of impermeable material, which is intended to define a succession of sheets () of impermeable material; and'}{'b': 8', '1', '2', '3', '7, 'at least one operating unit (), which is arranged along the forming path (P) and feeds a corresponding component of the hygiene absorbent articles () to the sheets () of impermeable material carried by the feeding line ();'}{'b': 8', '9', '10', '9', '3, 'wherein the operating unit () comprises a processing device (), which receives the components in succession and processes the components, and an application device (), which receives the finished components from the processing device () and applies the components to the sheets () of impermeable material; and'}{'b': 10', '11', '12', '11', '2', '1', '11', '9', '2', '11', '3', '7, 'wherein the application device () ...

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Номер записи: 87
09-06-2022 дата публикации

ROTARY SEAT AND ROTARY TABLE

Номер: US20220176674A1
Автор: CHANG Yaw-Zen, CHUO Yung-Tsai, Ho Yu-Hsien, LIN Jui-Che, Liu Yu
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A rotary seat including a base includes an outer surface, and a composite material layer attached to at least a part of the outer surface. The base also includes a recess for accommodating a turntable and including a first opening on the outer surface. The material of the composite material layer includes fibers and a resin. Therefore, the rotary seat may be more lightweight. A rotary table is also provided and includes the rotary seat, a driving device which drives the rotary seat to rotate, and a turntable which is rotatably disposed in the recess of the base. 1. A rotary seat comprising:a base, including a recess and an outer surface, wherein the recess comprises a first opening on the outer surface and is configured to accommodate a turntable, and the base is made of metal; anda composite material layer configured to being attached to at least a part of the outer surface of the base, wherein the composite material layer comprises fiber and resin.2. The rotary seat as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the composite material layer is a stacked structure and comprises a plurality of stacked layers claim 1 , the plurality of stacked layers is stacked along a first axial direction perpendicular to the outer surface claim 1 , the fibers of each of the plurality of stacked layers are arranged in a direction parallel to a second axial direction claim 1 , the second axial directions of at least two of the plurality of stacked layers are not parallel claim 1 , and the second axial direction is perpendicular to the first axial direction.3. The rotary seat as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the second axial directions of the plurality of stacked layers are symmetrically arranged in the first axial direction.4. The rotary seat as claimed in claim 3 , wherein the outer surface of the base is provided with at least one recessed region claim 3 , the composite material layer further comprises at least one reinforcing layer claim 3 , the at least one reinforcing layer and the plurality ...

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Номер записи: 88
26-04-2018 дата публикации

ROTOR OF A DEVICE FOR FORMING AND/OR FILLING CONTAINERS MADE FROM PREFORMS

Номер: US20180111812A1
Автор: Linke Michael, Litzenberg Michael, MEYER Niels
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The present invention relates to a rotor of an apparatus for forming and/or filling containers made from preforms. The object of the invention is to propose a rotor of such an apparatus, that allows the preforms or the filled containers to be transferred with reduced forces to a processing station downstream. This object is achieved by a rotor 100 of such an apparatus having a rotational axis A and having processing stations that rotate about the rotational axis for receiving preforms or containers, wherein the processing stations move along a closed path 1 about the rotational axis A, which is characterized in that the distance of path 1 from the rotational axis A varies depending upon the position on path 1, and the radius of curvature of path 1 in at least one section 12 is greater than the greatest distance of path 1 from the rotational axis A. 1. A rotor of an apparatus for forming containers from preforms or for filling containers made from preforms , having a rotational axis and having processing stations rotating about the rotational axis for receiving preforms to be formed into containers or containers to be filled , wherein the processing stations move along a closed path around the rotational axis of the rotor , wherein a distance of the closed path from the rotational axis varies at different positions along the closed path , and wherein a radius of curvature of at least one section of the closed path is greater than a greatest distance between the closed path and the rotational axis.2. The rotor according to claim 1 , wherein the rotor is equipped with telescopic claim 1 , pivotable or bendable supporting arms for supporting the processing stations.3. The rotor according to claim 1 , wherein radial positioning of the processing stations is carried out via cam control.4. The rotor according to claim 1 , wherein the processing stations are equipped with a processing selected from the group consisting of a forming head claim 1 , a filling head claim 1 , a ...

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Номер записи: 89
09-06-2022 дата публикации

Vehicle Cleaning Installation and Method for Cleaning Vehicles

Номер: US20220176918A1
Автор: Peters Alexander Maria Peter Alphonsus
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Rotary vehicle cleaning installation, the installation comprising a vehicle support platform that is rotatable around a central platform axis and is configured to support a number of vehicles on a vehicle surface of the vehicle support platform, and a drive assembly that is operatively connected to the vehicle support platform and that is configured to rotate the vehicle support platform, and a number of cleaning devices that is positioned at a working distance from the vehicle surface of the vehicle support platform. The invention also relates to a method for cleaning a vehicle using a rotary vehicle cleaning installation according to the invention. 1. Rotary vehicle cleaning installation , the installation comprising:a vehicle support platform that is rotatable around a central platform axis and is configured to support a number of vehicles on a vehicle surface of the vehicle support platform;a drive assembly that is operatively connected to the vehicle support platform and that is configured to rotate the vehicle support platform; anda number of cleaning devices that is positioned at a working distance from the vehicle surface of the vehicle support platform.2. Rotary vehicle cleaning installation according to claim 1 , further comprising a support assembly that is configured to claim 1 , preferably rotatably claim 1 , support the vehicle support platform with respect to a ground surface.3. Rotary vehicle cleaning installation according to claim 2 , wherein the support assembly comprises at least one support set including a plurality of ground supports that are positioned between a base surface that is positioned opposite the vehicle surface and the ground surface.4. Rotary vehicle cleaning installation according to claim 3 , wherein the plurality of ground supports is positioned in a ring having a ring radius with a central axis that coincides with the central platform axis.5. Rotary vehicle cleaning installation according to claim 3 , wherein the support ...

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Номер записи: 90
17-07-2014 дата публикации

METHOD OF EJECTING FAULTY ABSORBENT ARTICLE

Номер: US20140197079A1
Автор: Miyaki Masanobu, Takahashi Kazuhiko, Watanabe Tomohiro
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A method of ejecting a faulty absorbent article which includes a step of detecting a failure region of an absorbent article in which a failure location of the absorbent article exists, and a type of a failure in the failure region, by identifying a shape of the absorbent article in the course of the manufacturing line, a step of deciding the absorbent article to be ejected based on the detection result of the failure region and the type of failure in the step of detecting, and a step of disengaging, from the manufacturing line, the absorbent article decided in the step of deciding, and then ejecting the absorbent article in the course of the manufacturing line. In the step of deciding, the number of absorbent articles to be ejected in the step of ejecting is decided according to the failure region and the type of the failure. 1. A method of ejecting a faulty absorbent article used in a manufacturing line of an absorbent article having a plurality of steps for a conveyed continuous web , comprising:a step of detecting a failure region of an absorbent article in which a failure location of the absorbent article exists, and a type of a failure in the failure region, by identifying a shape of the absorbent article in the course of the manufacturing line;a step of deciding to eject a faulty absorbent article based on the detection result of the failure region and the type of failure in the step of detecting; anda step of disengaging, from the manufacturing line, the absorbent article decided in the step of deciding, and then ejecting the absorbent article in the course of the manufacturing line, whereinin the step of deciding, the number of absorbent articles to be ejected in the step of ejecting is decided according to the failure region and the type of the failure.2. The method of ejecting a faulty absorbent article according to claim 1 , wherein in the step of deciding claim 1 , when the failure region is positioned in the central portion of the absorbent article in a ...

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Номер записи: 91
07-05-2015 дата публикации

TRANSFERRING DEVICE, TRANSFERRING SYSTEM, AND METHOD

Номер: US20150122615A1
Автор: Luz Uwe, Reich Uwe
Принадлежит: MALL HERLAN MB GMBH

A transferring device for transferring and/or receiving cans, can blanks, or other containers out of or into a transferring or respectively receiving axis (U) which extends at an angle to a transport path (T), with multiple suction elements (), which can be moved along the transport path (T) during transfer, each of which has at least one suction opening (), and which can be connected to a negative pressure source, in order to retain the cans, can blanks, or other containers by means of suction during transport along the transport path (T), wherein the suction elements () are designed and/or arranged in a movable manner between a retracted and an extended position at least along some sections of the transferring and/or receiving axis (U), characterized in that the suction elements () are designed and arranged so as to be reversibly deformable during the movement along the transferring and/or receiving axis (U) such that the movement of the suction openings () together with the suctioned cans, can blanks or other containers is able to be brought about along the transferring and/or receiving axis (), exclusively on the basis of the reversible deformation of the suction elements (), said deformation being caused by the suction effect of the negative pressure source (), and wherein a transfer path able to be overcome exclusively by deformation of the suction elements (), for the cans, can blanks or other containers along the transferring and/or receiving axis () is at least 1 mm. 115-. (canceled)163433443534. A transferring device for transferring and/or receiving cans , can blanks , or other containers out of or into a transferring or respectively receiving axis (U) which extends at an angle to a transport path (T) , with multiple suction elements () , which can be moved along the transport path (T) during transfer , each of which has at least one suction opening () , and which can be connected to a negative pressure source , in order to retain the cans , can blanks , ...

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Номер записи: 92
13-05-2021 дата публикации

CAROUSEL FOR TRANSPORTATION OF ARTICLES

Номер: US20210139252A1
Автор: VIOLA Andrea, VIOLA Davide, VIOLA Marco
Принадлежит: M.D. VIOLA MACCHINE S.R.L.

A carousel for transporting articles includes: a body rotated by a motor around a main axis, a stationary cam around the main axis and a plurality of transfer units mounted on the body to rotate around the main axis. Each unit includes a transfer element having a radially external portion to retain or release an article. The element is pivoted on the body around an auxiliary axis radial to the main axis and is coupled to the body to move along the auxiliary axis. The element is coupled to the stationary cam to rotate around the auxiliary axis. A pair of auxiliary cams is coupled to the element and integral with the body and auxiliary cam-followers are interposed between the element and the auxiliary cam to move on the auxiliary cams during rotation of the element around the auxiliary axis and move the element along the auxiliary axis. 1. Carousel for transportation of articles , including:a rotating body;a motor connected to the rotating body to rotate it around a main axis;at least one stationary cam extending around the main axisat least one transfer unit mounted on the rotating body to rotate with the rotating body about the main axis;wherein the transfer unit or each transfer unit comprises:a transfer element having a radially external portion configured to retain or release an article to be transferred; wherein the transfer element is pivoted on the rotating body about a respective auxiliary axis substantially radial with respect to the main axis; wherein the transfer element is coupled to the rotating body to move along the auxiliary axis; wherein the transfer element is operatively coupled to the stationary cam to rotate about the respective auxiliary axis upon command of the stationary cam;wherein it comprisesat least one auxiliary cam operatively coupled to the transfer element and integral with the rotating body; wherein the auxiliary cam develops at least partially around the respective auxiliary axis;an auxiliary cam-follower operatively interposed ...

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Номер записи: 93
05-05-2016 дата публикации

Split meter roller shaft

Номер: US20160120111A1
Автор: Ethan Curtis Stephen Bent, Joel John Octave Gervais
Принадлежит: CNH Industrial Canada Ltd

An agricultural metering system includes a driven shaft having a first engagement feature configured to selectively engage a second engagement feature of a drive shaft mounted within a meter box of the agricultural metering system to non-rotatably couple the driven shaft to the drive shaft. The agricultural metering system includes a meter roller non-rotatably coupled to the driven shaft. The meter roller is configured to be selectively disposed within the meter box, and the first engagement feature is configured to engage the second engagement feature while the meter roller is disposed within the meter box to facilitate rotation of the meter roller in response to rotation of the drive shaft.

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Номер записи: 94
05-05-2016 дата публикации

RINGED METER ROLLERS AND SLIDE CUTOFF SYSTEM

Номер: US20160120112A1
Автор: Bent Ethan Curtis Stephen, Chahley Dennis W., Engel Gordon Anthony, Gervais Joel John Octave, Henry James Wayne, Kowalchuk Trevor Lawrence, Thompson Dennis George
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A system includes an agricultural metering system with a meter roller configured to meter product from an agricultural product storage compartment to a product distribution system via rotation of the meter roller. The meter roller includes a first meter roller segment having a first plurality of flutes and corresponding recesses, and a second meter roller segment having a second plurality of flutes and a corresponding second plurality of recesses. The flutes of the first meter roller segment are axially separated from the flutes of the second meter roller segment by a gap. The meter roller also includes a dividing ring disposed about the shaft and axially positioned between the first meter roller segment and the second meter roller segment. A width of the dividing ring is substantially equal to the gap. 1. An agricultural metering system , comprising: a first meter roller segment having a first plurality of flutes and corresponding first plurality of recesses;', 'a second meter roller segment having a second plurality of flutes and corresponding second plurality of recesses, wherein the first plurality of flutes of the first meter roller segment is axially separated from the second plurality of flutes of the second meter roller segment by a gap; and', 'a dividing ring axially positioned between the first meter roller segment and the second meter roller segment, wherein a width of the dividing ring is substantially equal to the gap., 'a meter roller configured to meter product from an agricultural product storage compartment to a product distribution system via rotation of the meter roller, wherein the meter roller comprises2. The agricultural metering system of claim 1 , comprising a shaft disposed through the first meter roller segment and through the second meter roller segment claim 1 , wherein the shaft is non-rotatably coupled to the first meter roller segment and to the second meter roller segment.3. The agricultural metering system of claim 2 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 95
05-05-2016 дата публикации

RINGED METER ROLLERS AND SLIDE CUTOFF SYSTEM

Номер: US20160120113A1
Автор: Bent Ethan Curtis Stephen, Engel Gordon Anthony, Gervais Joel John Octave, Henry James Wayne, Kowalchuk Trevor Lawrence, Turner Jack Donald
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A system includes an agricultural metering system a meter roller configured to meter product from an agricultural product storage compartment to a product distribution system via rotation of the meter roller. The meter roller includes a first meter roller segment having a first plurality of flutes and a corresponding first plurality of recesses, and a second meter roller segment having a second plurality of flutes and a corresponding second plurality of recesses. The first meter roller segment includes a first profile, the second meter roller includes a second profile, and the first profile is different from the second profile. The system also has a dividing ring axially positioned between the first meter roller segment and the second meter roller segment. 1. An agricultural metering system , comprising:a meter roller configured to meter product from an agricultural product storage compartment to a product distribution system via rotation of the meter roller, wherein the meter roller comprises:a first meter roller segment having a first plurality of flutes and a corresponding first plurality of recesses;a second meter roller segment having a second plurality of flutes and a corresponding second plurality of recesses, wherein the first meter roller segment comprises a first profile, the second meter roller segment comprises a second profile, and the first profile is different from the second profile; anda dividing ring axially positioned between the first meter roller segment and the second meter roller segment.2. The agricultural metering system of claim 1 , wherein the first meter roller segment comprises a first axial length claim 1 , and the second meter roller segment comprises a second axial length claim 1 , and the first axial length is different from the second axial length.3. The agricultural metering system of claim 1 , wherein the first meter roller segment comprises a first axial protrusion claim 1 , the second meter roller segment comprises a second ...

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Номер записи: 96
05-05-2016 дата публикации

METHOD FOR PROCESSING CONTAINERS AND CONTAINER PROCESSING MACHINE

Номер: US20160122133A1
Автор: Fahldieck Andreas, Hartel Manfred
Принадлежит: KHS GmbH

A method for processing containers in a container-processing machine includes identifying a first container behind an adjacent second container in a container flow, the first container being positioned within the container flow such that the first container will, absent intervention, occupy a first processing position that has been designated as not to be occupied by any container, holding the first container back, thereby causing the first container to move with a second velocity, that is less than the first velocity, forming a gap between the first and second containers, and releasing the first container. As a result of having been held back, will now occupy a second processing position instead of the first processing position. 117-. (canceled)18. A method for processing containers in a container-processing machine comprising a plurality of processing positions formed on a circulating conveyor , said method comprising causing said containers to form a container flow that flows with a first velocity along a container path in a conveying direction , obtaining information indicative of an association between a position of a container in said container flow and a defined processing position on said conveyor , designating a first processing position from said plurality of processing positions as not to be occupied by any container , identifying a first container behind a second container in said container flow , said first container being positioned within said container flow such that said first container will , absent intervention , occupy said first processing position , holding said first container back , thereby causing said first container to move with a second velocity , that is less than said first velocity , forming a gap between said first and second containers , releasing said first container , and causing said first container to occupy a second processing position instead of said first processing position.19. The method of claim 18 , wherein designating a ...

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Номер записи: 97
12-05-2016 дата публикации

SYSTEM FOR CONVEYING OBJECTS

Номер: US20160130094A1
Автор: Albonetti Danilo
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A conveyor system to convey objects is described, in which a conveyor belt moves while having a controlled speed to advance the objects, arranged in a row one after the other at a distance one from the other, toward a first rotating disc that rotates at a controlled speed in an independent manner from the speed of the conveyor belt and that has, on a perimeter thereof, a plurality of first cavities arranged mutually spaced apart angularly to receive the objects from the conveyor belt, a second rotating disc being arranged to receive the objects from the first rotating disc. 120-. (canceled)21. A conveyor system , comprising(a) a movable conveyor belt having a controlled speed to convey objects to a first area, said belt advancing the objects in a row one and space from each other;(b) a first rotating disc having a controlled speed rotating about a first rotational axis to pick up the objects from said first area and to convey the objects to a second area, said first disc containing a plurality evenly angularly spaced of first cavities on the perimeter thereof, said cavities being recessed in the radial direction to receive the objects;(c) a motor independently driving said conveyor belt and said first rotating disc with controlled speeds;(d) a sensor emitting a signal relative to the position of an object on said conveyor belt; and(e) a control unit for controlling the speed of at least one of said conveyor belt and said first rotating disc in response to said signal so that the object reaches said first area simultaneously with the arrival of a corresponding first cavity of said first disc.22. The system according to claim 21 , wherein said control unit comprises a device for detecting a position error of an object on said conveyor belt based on said signal claim 21 , a device for comparing said position error to a preset reference value claim 21 , and a device for rejecting the object based on said comparison before the object reaches said first area.23. The ...

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Номер записи: 98
21-05-2015 дата публикации

POUCH PACKAGING MACHINE WITH THREE GRIPPERS

Номер: US20150135651A1
Автор: Clemens Olaf, Murray R. Charles
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The present invention relates to machines and apparatuses for manufacturing and filling containers, specifically to machines and apparatus for transporting flexible pouches between manufacturing and filling stations with the ability to open and close the flexible pouch. The apparatus includes a movable base with a pair of side arms. Each of the side arms is movable between a first position and a second position. A center arm is attached to the base. The center arm is disposed between the pair of side arms. A gripping mechanism is disposed at an end portion of each of the side arms and the center arm. The pouches are moved between production stations by movement of the base. The present disclosure also includes a method for opening, closing, and moving a flexible pouch between one or more production stations. 1) An apparatus for moving a flexible pouch between production stations comprising:a moveable base;a pair of side arms movably attached to the base, each of the side arms movable between a first position and a second position;a center arm attached to the base, the center arm disposed between the pair of side arms;a gripping mechanism disposed on an end portion of each of the side arms and the center arm; andwherein the pair of side arms and center arm grip one or more flexible pouches, with the flexible pouches being transitioned between an open condition and a closed condition by movement of the side arms between the first position and the second position, and the pouch moved between production stations by movement of the base.2) The apparatus of further comprising:the gripping mechanism disposed at the end of each side being a pinch mechanism, the pinch mechanism having a first pinching member and a second pinching member, the first pinching member pivotally coupled to the second pinching member, the first pinching member rotatable relative to the second pinching member;wherein rotation of the first pinching member provides the pinch mechanism with an open ...

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Номер записи: 99
01-09-2022 дата публикации

Container transport device

Номер: US20220274140A1
Автор: Hirohisa Fukuda, Kunitaka Asano, Michio Mimura, Tadahiro Katane
Принадлежит: Hitachi Industry and Control Solutions Co Ltd

A container transport device ( 100 ) including: a container holder equipped conveyor belt ( 1 ) provided along periphery thereof with plural holders ( 5 ) configured to hold containers ( 101 ); a container loading mechanism ( 10 ) configured to load the containers ( 101 ) to the holders ( 5 ); an inspection rotor ( 20 ) configured to inspect whether the containers ( 101 ) have a defect or not while conveying the containers ( 101 ) in a circumferential direction; a star wheel ( 30 ) configured to transfer the containers ( 101 ) from the container holder equipped conveyor belt ( 1 ) to the inspection rotor ( 20 ); a container sorting mechanism ( 40 ) configured to sort the containers ( 101 ) based on inspection results. The container holder equipped conveyor belt ( 1 ) is arranged to enter an inside of the inspection rotor ( 20 ).

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Номер записи: 100