Apparatus and method for insertion of capsules into filter tows
US8303474B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 31, 2009 |
| Grant date | Nov 6, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 17, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA24D3/061
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An apparatus for insertion of capsules into cigarette filter tows is disclosed. The apparatus may include a tow processing unit, a capsule insertion unit and a filter rod making unit. The capsule insertion unit may include a hopper, a belt, an inlet pipe, a capsule feeder wheel and a capsule insertion wheel.
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