Dispensing system with end sealer assembly and method of manufacturing and using same
US7211169B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 12, 2004 |
| Grant date | May 1, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 12, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T156/1313
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An end sealer shifting assembly, comprising a transmission, a push rod assembly which is driven by the transmission, and end seal compression jaw in driving engagement with the push rod assembly, and a compliance assembly for jaw compliance with a contact member (e.g., a heater wire cutter cross cut jaw) when the jaw is driven into a compression relationship with the contact member. The compliance device preferably includes springs and the transmission assembly preferably includes a cam device with a second spring working to retain a contact relationship and work together with the compliance spring. A method of assembling such a device and operating such a device is also featured.
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