Apparatus for strapping a packaged item
US7331164B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 6, 2005 |
| Grant date | Feb 19, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 15, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2031/7276
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus for strapping a packaged item using at least two strapping elements, which can be placed crosswise on the packaged item. A transport unit moves the packaged item into a strapping position a guide device for the strapping elements. The guide device arranges the strapping elements around the packaged item and and defines intersecting areas of movement for the strapping elements. A binding device inserts and/or tensions the strapping elements and connects overlapping areas of the strapping elements. In order to permit the strapping of a greater number applications, a connection mechanism is provided to connect the strapping elements in the immediate environment of a crossover location of the strapping elements and/or at the crossover location of the strapping elements. It is also possible to effect the connection using a single sealing stamp.
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