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US4098059A
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Apparatus for sealing containers
Assignee: Monsanto Co
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Filing: 1977-09-16
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Granted: 1978-07-04
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Expires: 1997-09-16
Abstract
Abstract A continuous, automatic system for sealing containers in which the handle of said container is used to orient the container on a conveyor for easy identification of the container spout.
Inventors
- 👤 Howard G. Chattillion
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 03:37
CPC Classifications
B; B65; B65B; B65B7/00; B65B7/16; B65B7/28; B65B7/2821
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 11
Claim 1
Independent Claim
136 words
A system for sealing containers equipped with a handle which comprises: a conveyor; orientation means positioned above said conveyor for engagement with said handle such that said container may be properly oriented on said conveyor; a rail positioned above said orientation means, said rail being pivotally mounted about a fixed frame for radial movement with respect to said container; locator means for locating the spout of said container, said locator means being housed within a first block, said first block being slidably mounted upon said rail for longitudinal movement thereon; a capper housed within said first block and longitudinally spaced a fixed distance from said locator means; vertical actuator means connected to said locator means for vertical movement of said locator means; and vertical actuator means connected to said capper for vertical movement of said capper.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
136 words
A system for sealing containers equipped with a handle which comprises: a conveyor; orientation means positioned above said conveyor for engagement with said handle such that said container may be properly oriented on said conveyor; a rail positioned above said orientation means, said rail being pivotally mounted about a fixed frame for radial movement with respect to said container; locator means for locating the spout of said container, said locator means being housed within a first block, said first block being slidably mounted upon said rail for longitudinal movement thereon; a capper housed within said first block and longitudinally spaced a fixed distance from said locator means; vertical actuator means connected to said locator means for vertical movement of said locator means; and vertical actuator means connected to said capper for vertical movement of said capper.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
39 words
The system of claim 1 which further comprises a second block slidably mounted to said rail, said second block being connected to said first block by a longitudinal actuator capable of moving said first block longitudinally along said rail.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
18 words
The system of claim 2 which further comprises locking means to prevent longitudinal movement of said second block.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
29 words
The system of claim 3 wherein said locking means comprises a bore within said second block and a plunger mounted to a fixed frame for engagement within said bore.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
19 words
The system of claim 2 wherein said second block may be prevented from moving longitudinally by a braking means.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
18 words
The system of claim 1 wherein radial movement of said rail may be prevented by a braking means.
Claim 8
Independent Claim
217 words
A system for sealing containers equipped with a handle which comprises: a conveyor; orientation means positioned above and parallel to said conveyor for engagement with said handle such that said container may be properly oriented on said conveyor; one or more rails positioned above said orientation means, said rails housed within a block which is pivotally mounted to a fixed frame for radial movement with respect to said container; locator means for locating the spout of said container, said locator means being housed within a first block, said first block being slidably mounted upon said rail for longitudinal movement thereon; a capper housed within said first block and longitudinally spaced a fixed distance from said locator means; vertical actuator means connected to said locator means for vertical movement of said locator means; vertical actuator means connected to said capper for vertical movement of said capper; a second block slidably mounted to said rails, said second block being connected to said first block by a longitudinal actuator capable of moving said first block said fixed distance longitudinally along said rails; a bore within said second block; a plunger mounted to a fixed frame for engagement within said bore; braking means for preventing longitudinal movement of said second block; and braking means to prevent radial movement of said rails.
Claim 9
Independent Claim
217 words
A system for sealing containers equipped with a handle which comprises: a conveyor; orientation means positioned above and parallel to said conveyor for engagement with said handle such that said container may be properly oriented on said conveyor; one or more rails positioned above said orientation means, said rails housed within a block which is pivotally mounted to a fixed frame for radial movement with respect to said container; locator means for locating the spout of said container, said locator means being housed within a first block, said first block being slidably mounted upon said rail for longitudinal movement thereon; a capper housed within said first block and longitudinally spaced a fixed distance from said locator means; vertical actuator means connected to said locator means for vertical movement of said locator means; vertical actuator means connected to said capper for vertical movement of said capper; a second block slidably mounted to said rails, said second block being connected to said first block by a longitudinal actuator capable of moving said first block said fixed distance longitudinally along said rails; a bore within said second block; a plunger mounted to a fixed frame for engagement within said bore; braking means for preventing longitudinal movement of said second block; and braking means to prevent radial movement of said rails.
Claim 10
Independent Claim
221 words
A system for sealing containers equipped with a handle which comprises: a conveyor; orientation means positioned above and parallel to said conveyor for engagement with said handle such that said container may be properly oriented on said conveyor; one or more rails positioned above said orientation means, said rails housed within a block which is pivotally mounted to a fixed frame for radial movement with respect to said container; locator means for locating the spout of said container, said locator means being housed within a first block, said first block being slidably mounted upon said rail for longitudinal movement thereon; a capper housed within a second block and longitudinally spaced a fixed distance from said locator means; vertical actuator means connected to said locator means for vertical movement of said locator means; vertical actuator means connected to said capper for vertical movement of said capper; a third block slidably mounted to said rails, said third block being connected to said first and second blocks by a longitudinal actuator capable of moving said first and second blocks said fixed distance longitudinally along said rails; a bore within said third block; a plunger mounted to a fixed frame for engagement within said bore; braking means for preventing longitudinal movement of said third block; and braking means to prevent radial movement of said rails.
Claim 11
Independent Claim
221 words
A system for sealing containers equipped with a handle which comprises: a conveyor; orientation means positioned above and parallel to said conveyor for engagement with said handle such that said container may be properly oriented on said conveyor; one or more rails positioned above said orientation means, said rails housed within a block which is pivotally mounted to a fixed frame for radial movement with respect to said container; locator means for locating the spout of said container, said locator means being housed within a first block, said first block being slidably mounted upon said rail for longitudinal movement thereon; a capper housed within a second block and longitudinally spaced a fixed distance from said locator means; vertical actuator means connected to said locator means for vertical movement of said locator means; vertical actuator means connected to said capper for vertical movement of said capper; a third block slidably mounted to said rails, said third block being connected to said first and second blocks by a longitudinal actuator capable of moving said first and second blocks said fixed distance longitudinally along said rails; a bore within said third block; a plunger mounted to a fixed frame for engagement within said bore; braking means for preventing longitudinal movement of said third block; and braking means to prevent radial movement of said rails.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1981-07-03 | 1982-01-02 | 1982-07-04 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1985-07-03 | 1986-01-02 | 1986-07-04 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1989-07-03 | 1990-01-02 | 1990-07-04 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |