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Strapping machine having an easy clear strap accumulator box

US6418838B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJun 22, 2000
Grant dateJul 16, 2002
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Expiry dateSep 25, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65B13/184
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A strapping machine having a strap accumulator box with an easy access panel is provided. The strapping machine includes a lever that allows for the quick opening of the easy access panel and the quick clearing of the strapping machine of strap debris and jams. The strapping machine of the present invention further includes a lever for quick release of the access panel. The access panel is spring biased in a first closed position and, upon the clearing of strap debris and jams, the access panel is returned to its first closed position.

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