Feeder for a tube-filling machine
US6733224B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 3, 2002 |
| Grant date | May 11, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 3, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65B3/16
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention relates to feeder assemblies, and more specifically, relates to feeder assemblies for a tube-filling machine. The present invention includes at least one robotic arm capable of moving tubes and tube holders between two locations. The robotic arm may also move the tubes and tube holders relative to one another in order that the distance between adjacent tubes is substantially equal to the holders which carry and house the tubes.
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