Device for receiving and conveying molded parts
US6464483B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 24, 2000 |
| Grant date | Oct 15, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 24, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2031/7782
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The invention relates to a device for receiving and transporting molded parts in order to especially permit the removal of plastic molded parts produced in injection molding machines from the cavities, and to permit the transport of the molded parts through a number of work stations, without the use of separate handling systems. According to the invention, circulating transfer frames are provided from which retaining elements project and reach into the cavity to closely abut the mold. The molded part is bonded to the retaining element during injection molding of the molded part and is thus fixed in the transfer frame for transport to additional work stations. The molded part is removed from the retaining elements at the end of the transport line. In a modification, the molded part is molded directly or via intermediate pieces onto a circulating rope or a chain conveyor, or on rods mounted on a rope.
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