Apparatus for encasing a product
US3964128A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 14, 1972 |
| Grant date | Jun 22, 1976 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 14, 1992 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA22C11/02
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus for encasing a product including a product encasing machine, linking apparatus, and a looping apparatus. The product encasing machine includes a rotatable stuffing tube having a fin head mounted on its forward end. The fin head imparts rotational drive and longitudinal drag to the casing as the casing passes thereover as the casing is being filled. The rearward end of the stuffing tube is mounted in a socket type apparatus to permit the stuffing tube to be pivotally moved upwardly and laterally to facilitate the installation of the folded casing thereon. A modified device for supporting the discharge end of the stuffing tube is also disclosed comprising a split bearing member which embraces the rotating fin head and casing. The bearing member may be selectively opened to permit the stuffing tube to be pivotally raised to its loading position. The bearing member is spring loaded to permit different dragging forces to be selectively applied to the casing. A fluid intake is also provided for fluidly lubricating the interior surfaces of the stuffing tube to prevent smear. The linking apparatus includes a pair of loop members carrying pinching members thereon. The pinching …
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