Convertible applicating machine

a technology of applicating machine and rotary disc, which is applied in the direction of packaging, wrapping, transportation and packaging, etc., can solve the problems of traditional limitations of machine size and container diameter range, and achieve the effect of improving the service life and improving the service li

Inactive Publication Date: 2013-07-11
ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC
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Benefits of technology

Enables efficient packaging of various container sizes and configurations with a single machine, reducing the required working space and improving operational efficiency by allowing toolless set-up and changeover, and accommodating different container pitches and sizes without the need for multiple machines.

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Machines are traditionally a limitation on the range of container diameters, size of package or configuration of package that can be effectively packaged by a single system.

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[0023]FIG. 1 shows a machine for packaging multiple containers in a carrier according to one preferred embodiment of this invention. As shown, carrier stock 15 moves through machine 10, specifically through jaw drum 40, where it is applied to containers and then separated into individual, unitized packages. According to one preferred embodiment of this invention, if a uniform group of like-sized containers having a different size requires packaging and / or if a different carrier is required, a separate machine is unnecessary as machine 10 may be quickly reconfigured, following various adjustments to machine 10, as described below.

[0024]Therefore, the machine 10 for packaging multiple containers in multiple size packages according to this invention permits the use of a single machine in combination with a variety of sizes of containers and / or sizes and configurations of carriers and / or packages. Traditional machines are typically fifteen or more feet long and six or more feet wide, th...

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Abstract

A machine for packaging multiple containers wherein a flexible carrier stock is fed across a jaw drum. A plurality of containers are also moved through the machine whereby the carrier is subsequently positioned over the plurality of containers so that flexible carrier stock engages with one of the containers to form a package. The jaw drum and / or a connected feed drum are preferably adjustable to accommodate a range of container sizes and carrier configurations.

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CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION[0001]This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12 / 688,591, filed 15 Jan. 2010, which claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 61 / 149,266 filed on 2 Feb. 2009. These applications are hereby incorporated by reference herein in its entirety and is made a part hereof, including but not limited to those portions which specifically appear hereinafter.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]1. Field of the Invention[0003]This invention relates to a machine for unitizing a plurality of containers using a flexible container carrier.[0004]2. Description of Prior Art[0005]Container carriers connect two or more containers into a sturdy unitized package of containers. Carriers are generally planar arrays of rings, sometimes referred to as “six-pack carriers,” typically formed from a thermoplastic sheet material. Carriers are applied to containers of various sizes and shapes along various points along the sidewall or under...

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Patent Type & AuthorityApplications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): B65B5/02
CPCB65B17/025B65B5/02B65B59/00B65B59/003B65B59/001
InventorMOORE, KEVIN D.SAMARAS, CHRISTOPHER J.
OwnerILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC