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Box closing apparatus

US8499530B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 1, 2010
Grant dateAug 6, 2013
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Expiry dateApr 23, 2031

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65B7/20
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An apparatus for closing flaps of a rectangular cuboid includes a pair of first flap closing guide members to guide a first flap from an open position to a closed position. A pair of second flap diverting members divert a second flap away from engaging the first flap closing guide members and a pair of second flap closing guide members that guide the second flap from an open position to a closed position. A machine having the closing apparatus and a method of closing a rectangular cuboid are also included.

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