Apparatus and method for transferring sheets of printed media
US5609334A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 3, 1995 |
| Grant date | Mar 11, 1997 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 3, 2015 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65H29/52
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Methods and apparatus are described for transferring laminated sheets from a printer to a separate processor therefor in a manner whereby the sheets are not crumpled, delaminated or otherwise damaged and whereby the printer and apparatus are easily aligned for facilitating such transfer. The apparatus includes an arrangement for inducing bending of the laminate and an arrangement for controlling the bending.
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