Fastener stacking and removal system
US7040506B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 15, 2005 |
| Grant date | May 9, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 15, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23P19/003
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system is provided for delivering fasteners to a work station. The system includes at least one fastener storage device than has at least one storage tube. The system additionally includes at least one fastener spacer that is adapted to properly orient at least one fastener stored in the storage tube. The system further includes at least one unloading mechanism that includes at least one extractor catcher. The unloading mechanism is adapted to remove the spacer and the fastener from the storage tube in a single operation.
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