Vertical diverter assembly
US6619464B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 23, 2002 |
| Grant date | Sep 16, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 23, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G47/647
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A diverter assembly includes a frame and first and second driven conveying surfaces, which are supported by the frame. Each of the conveying surfaces is adapted to move between two positions. The first driven conveying surface is pivoted about an input end when moved between its first and second positions, while the second driven conveying surface is pivoted about an output end when moved between its first and second positions. The driven conveying surfaces are aligned when in their first positions and define a conveyor path for transporting articles from a first conveyor to a second conveyor. When in their respective second positions, the driven conveying surfaces define two separate conveyor paths—one aligned between the first and third conveyor to divert articles to the third conveyor, and the second driven conveying surface being generally horizontally aligned with the second conveyor.
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