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Sheet handling using a ramp and grippers on an endless belt

US7597319B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 20, 2005
Grant dateOct 6, 2009
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Expiry dateJun 29, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65H5/16
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An apparatus and method transport a sheet on a tray. In one embodiment, feet carried by an endless member contact a bottom and edge of the sheet to move the sheet off of the tray. In one embodiment, the sheet is arced while it is being engaged by the feet.

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