System, apparatus, and method for effectively applying proper sequential alpha-numerics to extruded wire and cable
US9305683B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 6, 2014 |
| Grant date | Apr 5, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 6, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J3/4073
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A process and system for printing sequences of alpha-numeric characters on segments of wire or cable during production. In one embodiment, the process and system comprises printing a sequence of alpha-numeric values onto a first segment of wire up to an input target value. The process and system further comprises printing a sequence of alpha-numeric values onto a second segment of wire up to a second input target value. In one embodiment, the process and system is capable of printing sequences on segments of wire or cable up to variable target values without requiring a shutdown of the production process, and without requiring lag time between printing on subsequent wire or cable segments.
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