Apparatus for folding paper items
US5733237A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 7, 1995 |
| Grant date | Mar 31, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 7, 2015 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65H45/12
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A paper holding tray having a generally flat top surface, and a generally flat folding guide included on the top surface of the tray. The paper holding tray generally includes front and back edges, first and second sides, and first and second truncated corners adjacent the front edge. Preferably, a pair of parallel ridges extend between the front and back edges of the tray and the folding guide fits in between. Rear wall members are included on the top surface of the tray adjacent to the back edge. First and second side wall members are included on the top surface adjacent the first and second sides respectively. The rear wall members and side wall members form a generally contiguous lip about the sides and back edges of the tray and define a paper receiving recess on the top surface of the tray. A slot between the rear wall members accommodates one end of the folding guide, the other end of which extends out over the front edge of the tray. In a second embodiment, front wall members are included on the top surface of the tray adjacent the front edge. The front wall members are discontinuous with the first and second side wall members so that openings are formed at the first and se…
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