Conveyor system aligner and method of aligning
US7992701B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 16, 2008 |
| Grant date | Aug 9, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 17, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G2201/025
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A conveyor system aligner, method of aligning and continuous aligning belt includes providing a belt support assembly having a generally vertical support surface and a channel defined in the support surface. A belt drive propels the aligning belt along the support surface and items, such as cartons, are conveyed past the aligning belt. A continuous aligning belt is provided that has a contact portion and a guide member. The contact portion has a contact surface and a glide surface. The glide surface is configured to travel along the support surface. The guide member is adapted to be captured by the channel and travels in the channel to support the aligning belt.
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