Apparatus and method for equipping tampon applicators with tampons
US12102513B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 30, 2019 |
| Grant date | Oct 1, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 8, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G47/846
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
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.
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