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Method and apparatus for inserting oriented objects into a filter rod

A technology of equipment and objects, applied in applications, smoke oil filter elements, food science, etc., can solve problems such as shortage

Inactive Publication Date: 2016-08-24
HAUNI MASCHINENBAU AG
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[0003] Inserting an orienting object into the filter prevents manufacturing difficulties since known equipment lacks the ability to adequately align the object with the filter

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[0020] Embodiments of the invention are discussed in detail below. In describing the embodiments, specific terminology is employed for the purpose of clarity. However, the invention is not intended to be limited to the specific terms chosen. Those skilled in the relevant art will recognize that other equivalent parts can be employed and other methods developed without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. All documents cited herein are hereby incorporated by reference as if each had been individually incorporated.

[0021] The present invention relates to apparatus and methods for inserting objects into components of smoking articles (eg, cigarettes, cigars, etc.). For example, according to an embodiment, the principles of the present invention can be used to insert an object into a filter of a smoking article, for example into a "space" of a "tobacco block-space-tobacco block" arrangement. Alternatively, the apparatus and method can be used between adjacent...

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The present application is directed to an apparatus for inserting objects into a filter rod. The apparatus can include: a first conduit adapted to convey a plurality of the objects in series; a first escapement having a first inlet and a first outlet connected by a first channel, wherein the first inlet is connected to the first conduit; a first singulation drum having an outer periphery defining a first row of first pockets adapted to hold the objects, wherein the first singulation drum is adapted to rotate about a first axis to successively move the first pockets into registry with the first outlet; and at least one first source of air that conveys the objects from the first inlet to the first outlet, and successively into the first pockets of the first singulation drum. Other details and methods of inserting objects into a filter rod are also discussed.

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technical field [0001] This patent application generally relates to apparatus and methods for manufacturing tobacco products such as cigarettes and the like. More specifically, this patent application relates to apparatus and methods for dispensing objects into cigarette filters. Background technique [0002] For some types of tobacco products, such as filter cigarettes, it may be desirable to locate objects within the filter. For example, it may be desirable to locate capsules, granular objects, powders, fibers, fiber mixes or other items within the filter. These objects can be added in a directional or non-directional fashion. [0003] Inserting an orienting object into the filter prevents manufacturing difficulties since known equipment lacks the ability to adequately align the object with the filter. This is especially true when operating at high speeds. Accordingly, there is a need in the art for improved methods and apparatus for inserting orienting objects into fi...

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IPC IPC(8): A24D3/02
CPCA24D3/02A24D3/0216A24D3/0287A24D3/061A24D3/025A24C5/32A24C5/02A24C5/002A24D3/063
Inventor E.P.布利克斯S.亨利S.卡彭D.A.皮特
Owner HAUNI MASCHINENBAU AG