Patent · US Expired

Device for feeding a string loop for attachment to a sausage casing

US5269116A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateApr 2, 1993
Grant dateDec 14, 1993
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Expiry dateApr 2, 2013

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S493/926
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Improved apparatus for attachment of a U-shaped metal clip around gathered material in a first tie operation along with means for attachment of a string loop includes a tape feed which feeds loops mounted on the tape one at a time into position for engagement with a loop feed mechanism that directs the loop into the throat of a clipper. There the clip is attached about gathered casing or netting material by means of a clipper. Once the clip is attached, the entire first tie assembly is removed by take out wheels.

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