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Manual feed box erector and sealer

US9073279B2 · kind B2 · utility

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18References
36Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateNov 23, 2009
Grant dateJul 7, 2015
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Expiry dateOct 17, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65B43/265
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A closure device including a closure assembly for closing the flaps of a box. The closure assembly includes a T-shaped structure having a first horizontal surface upon which a box can move during a closure process and a guide positioned on each side of the T-shaped structure, each guide being angled relative to the T-shaped structure and adapted to close the major flaps of the box as the box is moved proximally across the T-shaped structure. The horizontal portion can be positioned vertically higher than a support surface to allow a portion of the box to move therebetween. The closure device can further include a minor flap closure device for closing the minor flaps of the box prior to closing the major flaps of the box. The closure device can also include a sealing device, such as a taping head, for sealing the box closed.

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