Method and apparatus for handling parts ejected from an injection molding machine
US6878316B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 14, 2000 |
| Grant date | Apr 12, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 14, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29C45/7686
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
This invention relates to a method and apparatus for handling parts ejected from an injection molding machine (10). More particularly, in one aspect, the invention is directed to a system (20) whereby data molded into the ejected part is used to provide useful feedback for the molding process. In another aspect, molded parts formed in a multiple molding die (12) are ejected from the die in a manner to maintain the relative sequential or matrix organization so that useful feedback information can be generated. This system is particularly useful with subsequent machine vision and inspection applications.
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