Process and apparatus for packaging bags
US8820036B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 16, 2011 |
| Grant date | Sep 2, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 8, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65B63/00
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method for packaging bags includes providing a plurality of bags arranged in a stack; moving the stack of bags to a tube; rotating the stack of bags to form a rolled set of bags; and moving the rolled set of bags into a packaging container. A system for carrying out the method includes a plate having an open gap sized to support the stack of bags over the open gap; a tube having a longitudinal slot oriented to receive the stack of bags; a finger arrangement to move the stack of bags into the tube and then rotate the stack into a rolled set; and a push member to move the rolled set of bags into a packaging container.
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