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Apparatus for removing the waste edge pieces from punched blanks

US4537589A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateNov 5, 1982
Grant dateAug 27, 1985
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Expiry dateNov 5, 2002

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T83/2203
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Waste edge pieces are separated from punched blanks, especially cardboard box blanks, by puncturing to engage followed by outward pulling. The puncturing action is performed by a pawl, having a serrated edge, which is driven in an orbital motion.

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