US3583580A
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Assignee: Fisons Ltd
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Filing: 1969-02-05
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Granted: 1971-06-08
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Expires: 1989-02-05
Abstract
Abstract A machine for handling pallets. The machine has a substantially horizontally disposed twin band conveyor. A support means is located above the platform and is adapted to support a pile or stack of empty pallets. A platform is located between and below the bands of the conveyor end is capable of raising an empty pallet from the conveyor so as to engage it with the support means.
Inventors
- 👤 Robert Dean
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-26 04:09
CPC Classifications
B; B65; B65G; B65G57/00; B65G57/30; B65G57/301; B65G57/302; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S414/00; Y10S414/10; Y10S414/106; Y10S414/107; Y10S414/108
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
90 words
A machine for handling pallets comprising three superimposed tiers of conveyors; a horizontal transfer conveyor positioned adjacent said tier conveyors, said transfer conveyor being vertically movable into alignment with the end of each of said tier conveyors and adapted to receive pallets therefrom and discharge pallets thereon; the middle of said tier conveyors being a twin band conveyor; an elevating means positioned between said twin bands for raising pallets from said twin bands; and support means positioned above said elevating means for holding pallets while said elevatIng means is lowered.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
90 words
A machine for handling pallets comprising three superimposed tiers of conveyors; a horizontal transfer conveyor positioned adjacent said tier conveyors, said transfer conveyor being vertically movable into alignment with the end of each of said tier conveyors and adapted to receive pallets therefrom and discharge pallets thereon; the middle of said tier conveyors being a twin band conveyor; an elevating means positioned between said twin bands for raising pallets from said twin bands; and support means positioned above said elevating means for holding pallets while said elevatIng means is lowered.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
46 words
A machine as claimed in claim 1 wherein the elevating means is connected to one end of a lever, the other end of the lever being connected to a power cylinder capable of pivoting said lever about its fulcrum thereby raising or lowering said elevating means.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
45 words
A machine as claimed in claim 1 wherein the support means comprises a plurality of pivoted members capable of being rotatably moved from a support position by contact with a rising pallet whereby the pallet passes the pivoted members which thereupon resume their support position.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
35 words
A machine as claimed in claim 3 wherein the pivoted members are loose fitting on a pair of spaced parallel shafts, the distance apart of the shafts being greater than the width of the pallets.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
32 words
A machine as claimed in claim 4 wherein stop members are provided on the shafts which engage with a projection on the pivoted members whereby movement of the pivoted members is limited.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
19 words
A machine as claimed in claim 1 which is capable of being moved on a wheel and track arrangement.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-06-07 | 1974-12-07 | 1975-06-08 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-06-07 | 1978-12-07 | 1979-06-08 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-06-07 | 1982-12-07 | 1983-06-08 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |