Cleaning apparatus for wrapping machine conveyor
US5058728A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 28, 1989 |
| Grant date | Oct 22, 1991 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 28, 2009 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G2201/0211
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A cleaning apparatus for a conveyor chain of a wrapping machine includes a frame, a pan supported on the frame, a cleaning brush assembly, and a fluid removal assembly. The pan is adapted to contain a cleaning fluid such as water. The brush assembly includes a driven, rotary brush which scrub the conveyor chain with the cleaning fluid. The fluid removal assembly includes a plurality of squeegee blades which engage the chain and wipe the fluid therefrom. In addition, a plurality of air nozzles are positioned to blast the chain with pressurized air.
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