Patent · US Expired

Machine for packaging containers

US6588173B1 · kind B1 · utility

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14Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 21, 2002
Grant dateJul 8, 2003
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Expiry dateFeb 21, 2022

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65B59/003
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A machine for packaging multiple containers wherein a flexible carrier stock is fed across a jaw drum. A plurality of containers are also moved through the machine whereby the carrier is subsequently positioned over the plurality of containers so that flexible carrier stock engages with one of the containers to form a package. The machine is adjustable to accommodate a range of container heights and sizes, carrier configurations and/or package sizes. In addition, movement of the various components of the machine is coordinated using an encoder.

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