Modular, multi-orientation conveyor
US9123195B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 29, 2012 |
| Grant date | Sep 1, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 29, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G17/10
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Embodiments of the invention may provide a modular conveyor that includes a conveyor frame including an access opening, a plurality of conveyor buckets configured to move along a continuous path within the conveyor frame, and an access station where the contents of a conveyor bucket disposed at the access station may be accessible through the access opening. Each of the plurality of conveyor buckets may be configured to be substantially enclosed by the conveyor frame when not at the access station. The conveyor frame may include at least one channel disposed about a perimeter of the continuous path, where each of the plurality of conveyor buckets include at least one projection configured to engage the at least one channel. The conveyor buckets may be driven along the continuous path by a drive mechanism disposed outside of the conveyor frame.
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