Processes and devices for joining fabric strips
Abstract
Abstract The instant invention concerns a process and a machine for overlapping and in the overlapped position joining single cut strips. The process is carried out with the aid of a conveyor belt and transport means; the transport means transport the strips to a position below the conveyor belt whereupon at least a portion of the conveyor belt is depressed thereby causing the strips thereunder to adhere thereto; subsequently the belt with the strips adhered thereon is raised and the transport means is activated so as to bring in alignment with the belt a next strip which can overlap the just lifted strip; the two overlapping strips are then pressed together and are subsequently removed from the machine. The machine for carrying out the aforesaid process is comprised of transport means which are operative to move the cut strips, a conveyor belt disposed above the transport means and adhesion generating means disposed near the conveyor belt and operative to impart an adhesive effect to a lower portion of said belt. There is also provided lifting means for transporting the strips and roller means to press the strips together.
Inventors
- 👤 Gerhard Printz
Bibliographic Details
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Total Claims: 9References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-12-27 | 1975-06-28 | 1975-12-28 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-12-27 | 1979-06-28 | 1979-12-28 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-12-27 | 1983-06-28 | 1983-12-28 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |