Strapping machine with strap path access guide
US6857252B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 20, 2003 |
| Grant date | Feb 22, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 20, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65B13/185
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A strap path access guide is configured for use in a strapping machine of the type having a feed assembly a chute and a strapping head disposed between the feed assembly and the chute. The strapping machine is configured to receive first and second courses of associated strap material, position, tension and seal the strap material around a load. The strap path access guide is disposed along the feed assembly between a pair of tensioning wheels and the strapping head. The strap path access guide includes a fixed lower guide portion extending between the tensioning wheels and the strapping head. The fixed lower guide portion defines a lower surface of the strap path. A pivotable upper guide portion is pivotable about a pivot that is spaced from and rearwardly beyond the tensioning wheels. The upper guide portion is pivotable between a closed position in which the upper and lower guide portions cooperate with one another to define the strap path and an open position in which the strap path is fully accessible. The upper guide portion is pivotable in a plane transverse to a direction of travel of strap material through the strap path. A latching element secures the upper guide portion …
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