Dual-belt shuttle unit
US5215181A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 14, 1992 |
| Grant date | Jun 1, 1993 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 14, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G47/905
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A dual-belt shuttle unit for transporting an article lifting device between work stations includes a fixed frame assembly for supporting the overhead transfer system. A bracket assembly, supported by the fixed frame, extends along a horizontal plane between two work stations. The bracket has two guide rails extending the length of the assembly for guiding a multiplicity of carriage assemblies in a horizontal plane relative to the bracket assembly. A conveyor system drives the carriage assemblies. The drive unit for the conveyor system is demountable and replaceable when required to transfer heavier workloads. The dual-belt shuttle unit is self-supporting and can be attached in series to several other dual-belt shuttle units to create a complete assembly line.
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