System and method for storing printhead cleaning modules in a print zone of an inkjet printer
US12122163B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 26, 2022 |
| Grant date | Oct 22, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 26, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J25/304
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An inkjet printer includes one or more printhead maintenance stations. Each station is positioned within the print zone of the inkjet printer and includes at least one printhead cleaning module. The at least one printhead cleaning module is configured to move from a first position that is not between the media transport and the at least one printhead to a second position where the at least one printhead cleaning module is between the at least one printhead and the media transport.
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