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Apparatus for inserting a first folded film within a second c-folded film

US8574142B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 6, 2011
Grant dateNov 5, 2013
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Expiry dateFeb 10, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB31B2170/204
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Apparatus for inserting a folded film into another folded film include combining the films without unfolding or folding either of the folded films. In particular, one or more implementations include a spreader bar configured to separate layers of a first folded film. Additionally, the apparatus can include one or more orientation rollers configured to direct a second film between the separated layers of the first folded film. Furthermore, the apparatus can include a direction change bar configured to change the direction a travel of the second film while the second film is positioned between the layers of the first folded film.

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