US3855041A
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Franking machine with a letter feeding and a tape feeding device
Assignee: Francotyp Postalia GmbH
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Filing: 1973-04-18
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Granted: 1974-12-17
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Expires: 1993-04-18
Abstract
Abstract Apparatus for franking includes a franking machine, a device for feeding pieces of mail to the franking machine, and a tape feeding device for feeding tapes to the franking machine. The letter feeding device and tape feeding device are combined into a self-contained, structural unit in which there is arranged a common electromechanical drive means for operating the letter feeding device and said tape feeding device.
Inventors
- 👤 A Kunisch
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 01:17
CPC Classifications
G; G07; G07B; G07B17/00; G07B17/00459; G07B17/00508; G07B17/00467; G07B2017/00516; G07B2017/00524; G07B2017/00548; G07B2017/00612; G07B2017/0062; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T156/00; Y10T156/17
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
66 words
Franking machine of the type alternately printing on letters or tapes having an entrance slot and having a common electromechanical drive for letter-feeding and tape-feeding devices which, depending on the manner of operation, can be moved into the respective operational position, wherein the letterfeeding device and tape-feeding device comprise an independent structural unit, adapted to be shifted relative to the entrance slot of the franking machine.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
66 words
Franking machine of the type alternately printing on letters or tapes having an entrance slot and having a common electromechanical drive for letter-feeding and tape-feeding devices which, depending on the manner of operation, can be moved into the respective operational position, wherein the letterfeeding device and tape-feeding device comprise an independent structural unit, adapted to be shifted relative to the entrance slot of the franking machine.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
37 words
Franking machine according to claim 1, wherein the electromechanical drive device can be coupled, by means of a coupling lever, to the feeding device of the letter-feeding apparatus or to the feeding device of the tape-feeding device
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
22 words
Franking machine according to claim 2, wherein common metal covers are provided for the letter feeding device and for the tape-feeding device.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
23 words
Franking machine according 2, claim 1, wherein the franking machine and the letter and tape-feeding devices are interconnected by means of adjustable holders.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
17 words
Franking machine according to claim 2, wherein the letter and tape-feeding devices are mounted on track rollers.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
28 words
Franking machine according to claim 5, wherein the rollers are guided on rails and the franking machine is arranged on a stationary table plate which supports said rails.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
26 words
Franking machine according to claim 2, wherein the letter and tape-feeding means is mounted in stationary relation and the franking machine is mounted in movable relation.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
26 words
Franking machine according to claim 4, wherein the holders are provided with stops for exact positioning of the letter and tape-feeding means, in two operational positions.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
27 words
Franking machine according to claim 4, wherein the holder which couple the letter and tape-feeding device to the franking machine is positioned in an easily detachable manner.
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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) | 1977-12-16 | 1978-06-17 | 1978-12-17 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-12-16 | 1982-06-17 | 1982-12-17 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-12-16 | 1986-06-17 | 1986-12-17 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |