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Rotary discharge of containers from a depalletizer

US11565894B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateSep 8, 2020
Grant dateJan 31, 2023
Priority date—
Expiry dateSep 8, 2040

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65G2201/0252
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The invention relates to a dispenser for transferring layers of goods from a pallet onto a receiving surface and then down a discharge conveyor. The dispenser incorporates a vertically movable platform capable of bringing a first tier of goods in alignment with a rotary table. Sweeper arm moves the goods on to the table as it rotates. Goods accumulate on the rotary table and then become guided down a discharge conveyor for further processing.

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