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Ultrasonic sealing of packages

US9149980B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 2, 2012
Grant dateOct 6, 2015
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Expiry dateJul 26, 2033

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65B51/30
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method and apparatus for sealing films. In one embodiment the sealing device comprises a horn and an anvil. The film has a standard portion and an increased portion. Increased energy is applied to the film in the increased portion compared to the energy applied to the standard portion. Such a method allows for sealing of varying number of layers.

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