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Apparatus for intermediately storing products on storage devices
Assignee: Paper Converting Machine Co
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Filing: 1979-01-18
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Granted: 1980-10-28
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Expires: 1999-01-18
Abstract
Abstract Apparatus for intermediately storing products on a storage device, such as a pallet or the like, comprises an inserter member for feeding products supplied by a conveyor to the storage device. The inserter member is arranged transversely of the conveyor and has a displaceable plunger combined with a planar support surface which is connected to the plunger and which co-operates with a stripper member for returning the intermediately stored products to the conveyor. A discharge member is provided to displace products in storage onto the planar surface support.
Inventors
- 👤 Klaus Wiens
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 23:46
CPC Classifications
B; B65; B65G; B65G65/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 9
Claim 1
Independent Claim
94 words
Apparatus for intermediately storing products on a storage device, such as a pallet or the like, comprising: (a) an inserter member for displacing products from a conveyor to a storage device, positioned on one side thereof and arranged for displacement transversely of the conveyor, said inserter member having a displaceable plunger combined with a planar support surface; (b) means for discharging stored products onto said planar surface; and (c) a stripper member positioned relative to said support surface for returning the intermediately stored products to the conveyor in conjunction with displacement of said plunger.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
94 words
Apparatus for intermediately storing products on a storage device, such as a pallet or the like, comprising: (a) an inserter member for displacing products from a conveyor to a storage device, positioned on one side thereof and arranged for displacement transversely of the conveyor, said inserter member having a displaceable plunger combined with a planar support surface; (b) means for discharging stored products onto said planar surface; and (c) a stripper member positioned relative to said support surface for returning the intermediately stored products to the conveyor in conjunction with displacement of said plunger.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
34 words
Apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the means for discharging is a discharge member arranged on an opposite side of the storage device with respect to the side on which the conveyor is positioned.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
40 words
Apparatus according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the stripper member is displaceable in the transverse direction of the conveyor to and from an inactive position and a position corresponding to an edge of a product centered on the conveyor.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
12 words
Apparatus according to claim 2, wherein the discharge member is vertically displaceable.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
22 words
Apparatus according to claims 1 or 2, wherein a plurality of storage devices and associated inserter members are arranged along the conveyor.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
20 words
Apparatus according to claim 3, wherein a plurality of storage devices and associated inserter members are arranged along the conveyor.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
36 words
Apparatus according to claims 1 or 2, wherein the storage device is vertically adjustable to and from a receiving position below an upper surface of the conveyor and a discharge position above said planar support surface.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
34 words
Apparatus according to claim 3, wherein the storage device is vertically adjustable to and from a receiving position below an upper surface of the conveyor and a discharge position above said planar support surface.
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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) | 1983-10-28 | 1984-04-28 | 1984-10-28 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1987-10-28 | 1988-04-28 | 1988-10-28 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1991-10-28 | 1992-04-28 | 1992-10-28 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |