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Film wrap packaging apparatus and method

US6490844B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJun 21, 2001
Grant dateDec 10, 2002
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Expiry dateJul 10, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65B51/14
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A packaging apparatus for forming a film about a foldable sheet material and an article immobilized on the base portion of the sheet material. The sheet material and article on a load board are moved sequentially by the apparatus through a load station, a film wrap station and a film seal and cut station.

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