Diagnostic methodology for an inserting machine
US6802504B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 25, 2002 |
| Grant date | Oct 12, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 30, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65H2701/1311
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention relates to a system for providing diagnostic information relating to the performance of an inserter system having a roller arrangement for conveying a document in a linear direction and first and second sensors located in close proximity to the roller arrangement. Each of the sensors are operable to detect at least the presence of a leading edge of a document conveying in close proximity to each sensor. The control system of the inserter determines the time it takes for a leading edge of a document to convey from said first sensor to said second sensor and compares that time to a prescribed threshold time and provides diagnostic information based upon the measured times values.
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