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Closing tool

US9388031B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 24, 2012
Grant dateJul 12, 2016
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Expiry dateMar 25, 2034

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T279/23
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A closing tool for a closing machine for placing a closure on a container, where a holding force is applied to the closure by means of a gripping device. In order to obtain a universal embodiment for the closing tool the gripping device is provided with a magnetic actuator, such as with permanent magnets, for applying the holding force.

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