Plate loader for offset printing machines
US4232602A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 4, 1978 |
| Grant date | Nov 11, 1980 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 4, 1998 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41L29/16
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A plate loader for an offset printing machine includes means for allowing the loader to be pivoted between an operative position in which drive is automatically connected to the plate forwarding means of the plate loader, and a raised inoperative position in which drive is automatically disconnected from the plate forwarding means to allow plates to be fed by hand. The printing machine also includes an applicator for plate priming liquid, where the applicator is mounted movably on the machine frame for adjustment of the spacing between the plate delivery mechanism of the applicator and a stop position for the leading edge of a plate on the plate loader, in order to adjust for different plate lengths.
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