20240034569. DEVICE FOR PROVIDING SORTED CLOSURE ELEMENTS simplified abstract (SIDEL ENGINEERING & CONVEYING SOLUTIONS)
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DEVICE FOR PROVIDING SORTED CLOSURE ELEMENTS
Organization Name
SIDEL ENGINEERING & CONVEYING SOLUTIONS
Inventor(s)
Daniel Spiesser of Reichstett (FR)
DEVICE FOR PROVIDING SORTED CLOSURE ELEMENTS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240034569 titled 'DEVICE FOR PROVIDING SORTED CLOSURE ELEMENTS
Simplified Explanation
The present invention is a device designed to provide sorted closure elements, specifically crown caps. It consists of a space for bulk storage of the caps and a lifting conveyor in the form of a belt that enters the storage space. The outer face of the belt has multiple cleats that are oriented transversely and spaced to create a recess between a lower cleat and an upper cleat. As the recess passes through the storage space, it collects a plurality of caps. The device also includes means for sorting unbalanced caps present inside the recess. The lower edge of the upper cleat has a convex section opposite the belt, and this means cooperates with the movement of the lifting conveyor to cause incorrectly oriented caps to fall.
- The device provides a mechanism for sorting and organizing crown caps.
- The lifting conveyor with transversely oriented cleats collects caps in recesses as it moves through the storage space.
- Unbalanced caps are sorted using means incorporated into the device.
- Incorrectly oriented caps are caused to fall by the convex section on the lower edge of the upper cleat.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Beverage industry: The device can be used in bottling plants to efficiently sort and organize crown caps for various beverages.
- Packaging industry: It can be utilized in packaging facilities to streamline the process of sorting closure elements for different products.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Manual sorting: The device eliminates the need for manual sorting of crown caps, saving time and reducing labor costs.
- Inefficient organization: It ensures that caps are properly sorted and organized, preventing mix-ups and improving overall efficiency in production.
Benefits of this technology:
- Increased productivity: The device automates the sorting process, allowing for faster and more efficient production.
- Improved accuracy: By sorting and organizing caps, it reduces the chances of errors or mix-ups in the packaging process.
- Cost savings: The automation of sorting eliminates the need for manual labor, resulting in cost savings for businesses.
Original Abstract Submitted
the present invention relates to a device for providing sorted closure elements in the form of crown caps, comprising a space for bulk storage of the caps, a lifting conveyor in the form of a belt entering the space and comprising, on an outer face, a plurality of cleats oriented transversely and spaced in order to define a recess between a lower cleat and an upper cleat, each recess collecting a plurality of the caps as the recess passes through the storage space, means for sorting unbalanced caps present inside the recess. the lower edge of the upper cleat has a convex section opposite the belt. the means cooperates with the movement of the lifting conveyor so as to cause the incorrectly oriented caps to fall.