Double seam monitor
US7736112B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 17, 2006 |
| Grant date | Jun 15, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 27, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB21D51/32
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus for monitoring the quality of a double seam used in can manufacture, or can filling, to seam a can end (2) onto a can body (1). The apparatus uses a device (41) for measuring the strain/force applied by the lifter cam (10) so as to provide information such as first operation seam quality, gross seam defects and machine condition.
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