Method for accumulating a strap within an accumulator of a strapping apparatus
US9745091B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 14, 2013 |
| Grant date | Aug 29, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 14, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65B13/184
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present description discusses apparatuses and methods for applying straps around a bundle of objects by applying a variable force to tension the strap around the bundle of objects and then actuating a series of cams to control the sealing of the strap around the bundle of objects. The apparatus includes a track assembly extending substantially about a strapping station. The track assembly is adapted to receive a strap and to release the strap during a tensioning operation. An accumulator delivers strap to the track assembly. The accumulator has a strap conveyor system that defines a strap path and an accumulator container adjacent to the strap path. Strap can be accumulated in the accumulator container and subsequently delivered to the track assembly.
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