Apparatus and method for automatically packaging tubular wrappers of smoking articles

WO2026013705A3PCT designated stage Publication Date: 2026-05-28IMA IND MASCH AUTOMATICHE SPA
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Patent Information

Application Number
PCT/IT2025/050163
Authority / Receiving Office
WO · WO
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2024-07-09
Filing Date
2025-07-07
Publication Date
2026-05-28

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Technical Problem

The existing methods for packaging tubular wrappers of smoking articles, particularly those with filters, involve manual handling that leads to high damage risk due to their fragility, limiting productivity and automation efficiency.

Method used

An apparatus and method utilizing a conveyor system with feed, stacking, and transfer devices to automate the formation of stacks, insertion of tubular inserts, and placement into trays, ensuring minimal damage and high productivity.

Benefits of technology

Enables automated, efficient stacking and tray insertion of tubular wrappers with filters, reducing damage and enhancing productivity to thousands of products per hour.

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Abstract

The invention concerns an apparatus (10) and a method for packaging wrappers (100) for smoking articles including a respective filter (101) into stacks (110) that are inserted into corresponding trays (200).
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