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Method and apparatus for indexing containers to be labeled
Assignee: Kraft Heinz Foods Co
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Filing: 1980-05-21
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Granted: 1982-07-06
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Expires: 2000-05-21
Abstract
Abstract A method and apparatus for properly positioning multi-faced containers to facilitate the proper application of labels. This invention, used in conjunction with labeling machines having star-wheel feed mechanisms, facilitates the proper indexing of multi-faced containers to insure that labels are applied consistently in the proper position. This invention may be used with multi-faced containers having any number of flat sides.
Inventors
- 👤 Byron D. Buchele
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 23:44
CPC Classifications
B; B65; B65C; B65C9/00; B65C9/02; B65G; B65G47/00; B65G47/22; B65G47/24; B65G47/244; B65G29/00; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T156/00; Y10T156/17; Y10T156/1702; Y10T156/1744; Y10T156/1768; Y10T156/1771
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
99 words
An indexing device for use with a labeler employing a star-wheel feed mechanism, said feed mechanism comprising a star-wheel and a concentric arc-shaped retainer of radius "R," the improvement comprising an arc-shaped guideway of a radius less than "R" concentric with said retainer adapted to apply an outward pressure against containers passing through said feed mechanism, said pressure being sufficient to force said containers into contact with the inner-face of said retainer thereby causing multi-faced containers to maintain one face in sliding contact with said retainer, said container exiting the feed mechanism properly positioned for the application of labels.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
99 words
An indexing device for use with a labeler employing a star-wheel feed mechanism, said feed mechanism comprising a star-wheel and a concentric arc-shaped retainer of radius "R," the improvement comprising an arc-shaped guideway of a radius less than "R" concentric with said retainer adapted to apply an outward pressure against containers passing through said feed mechanism, said pressure being sufficient to force said containers into contact with the inner-face of said retainer thereby causing multi-faced containers to maintain one face in sliding contact with said retainer, said container exiting the feed mechanism properly positioned for the application of labels.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
32 words
The indexing device of claim 1 wherein the guideway is mounted on a plurality of spring-biased supports, said springs urging the guideway into contact with containers passing between said guideway and retainer.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
28 words
The indexing device of claim 2 wherein the spring supports position the guideway to facilitate application of a gradually increasing pressure upon containers passing through said feed mechanism.
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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) | 1985-07-05 | 1986-01-04 | 1986-07-06 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1989-07-05 | 1990-01-04 | 1990-07-06 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1993-07-05 | 1994-01-04 | 1994-07-06 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |