Device and method for the reliable delivery of shaped stopper elements
US10259662B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 30, 2014 |
| Grant date | Apr 16, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 30, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G2203/0225
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Disclosed is a device for delivering sorted elements of the cap, stopper or other type, in order to feed a downstream work station, the device including a unit for lifting elements, in which a first sorting operation is performed, and, mounted downstream, a unit for treating the elements in which the elements are treated individually. Also disclosed is a delivery device including a conveyor mounted downstream from the treatment unit in order to direct the elements towards the work station, the conveyor moving the elements singly. Further disclosed is a corresponding method.
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