Folding device, folding system, and folding method for disposable worn article
US9259359B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 30, 2011 |
| Grant date | Feb 16, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 31, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F13/15747
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A device including: a main folding mechanism for folding a diaper body in two at the crotch portion by rotating first and second main pads having first and second holding surfaces, respectively; and a sub-folding mechanism for folding the flap by rotating a side pad having a sub-holding surface for holding the flap with respect to the first main pad, wherein; a cut-out is formed at a position corresponding to the attachment portion of the second main pad, wherein the cut-out does not allow the attachment portion to be held by the second main pad but instead expose the attachment portion; with the first and second holding surfaces being closed while opposing each other and with the main body folded in two, the cut-out allows the flap to be attached to the attachment portion; and the side pad rotates from a position where it is open while lying next to the first main pad in the girth direction to a position where the sub-holding surface is closed while opposing the first holding surface, fitting into the cut-out.
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