Can orientation apparatus
US5215180A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 6, 1991 |
| Grant date | Jun 1, 1993 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 6, 2011 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G47/918
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A machine for rotationally orientating containers grouped in a multipack comprises endless chains with dogs for feeding the multipacks into the orientation station at which pneumatic cylinders are provided for raising lifters which lift the respective containers into engagement with respective chucks. The chucks are accommodated in pockets formed in a chuck housing and defining tapered surfaces to guide the containers onto the chucks. A stripper bar is provided to disengage the containers from the chucks after orientation is complete.
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