Integrated envelope sealer and flip module
US11904626B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 14, 2021 |
| Grant date | Feb 20, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 14, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB43M5/047
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An envelope sealing and flipping system can be incorporated into a mail inserter system to seal an envelope with a complete unbroken glue line and simultaneously flip the envelope face-up for downstream processing. The system includes a flip cage that receives an envelope and a moveable wetting brush that contacts the flap. The flip cage rotates, causing the flap to drag underneath the wetting brush, and realigning the envelope with a sealer nip which seals the envelope. The flip cage rotates continuously to receive, flip, and seal many envelopes.
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