Control and power distribution system for a conveyor
US7104395B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 5, 2002 |
| Grant date | Sep 12, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 24, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G43/10
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A conveyor conveys objects. The conveyor includes a plurality of sections, a first control panel, and a second control panel. The plurality of sections define the structure of the conveyor. Each of the plurality of sections has components for controlling the mechanical operation of each section. The controller controls and powers the conveyor. The first control panel provides control and power to a first group of four of the plurality of sections. The first control panel provides power to the components of the first group. The second control panel provides control and power to a second group of four of the plurality of sections. The second control panel provides power to the components of the second group. The modular interconnectivity components interconnect the controller, the first control panel, the second control panel, the first group, and the second group. The controller provide control and power to the first control panel and the second control panel.
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