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Flap folding unit, flap folding apparatus, flap folding method and systems and methods using the same

US11667411B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 13, 2021
Grant dateJun 6, 2023
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Expiry dateAug 13, 2041

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65B2210/04
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A flap folding unit (90) for folding flaps of lids of boxes, comprising a hinged guiding element (94) adapted for contacting a flap to be folded upon relative movement of the guiding element and the flap and guiding the flap towards its intended final position and an extendable pusher (96) adapted for pushing the flap into its intended final position.

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