Apparatus and methods for manipulating plates
US12404130B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 17, 2020 |
| Grant date | Sep 2, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 17, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65H7/10
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system for moving a flexible plate, in particular a printing plate or a printing plate precursor, over a support surface in the direction of a treatment station includes a support for supporting the plate on a support surface thereof. An articulated operating arm extends substantially parallel to the support surface and comprising a first segment and a second segment. The first segment has a first end which is rotatably connected to said second segment around a first rotation axis substantially perpendicular to the support surface, and a second end provided with a plate engagement means to contact the plate. The second segment is rotatable around a second rotation axis substantially perpendicular to the support surface. A control means controls the rotation of the first and second segments such that the plate is slid over the support in the direction of the treatment station.
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