Tray positioning device for stacking of product
US7475520B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 4, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jan 13, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 17, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65H2701/1916
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system and method designed to position a tray for either horizontal stacking or vertical stacking of product. The system includes a stationary conveyor and a tray carriage in a tray transportation path with the conveyor. The tray carriage is moveable between an elevated, horizontal position and an inclined position. Guides are located near the tray carriage to guide the tray carriage into the inclined position.
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