Patent Application
20160272426
This invention relates to an Improved Packaging Labeler Component Parts. Particularly this invention pertains to a can labelling machine. This invention relates to improvements in the labelling machine/apparatus for labelling cans or containers automatically and in continuous sequence. In this type of labeling machine the containers or other articles roll through the machine over a substantially horizontal track or bed where they pick up a label by means of an adhesive applied to the cylindrical side of the container after which the label is wrapped about the container and secured to the side of the container and at the opposite end of the label by a suitable adhesive. This invention relates to machines for applying labels to articles of cylindrical form and is designed primarily for placing labels on cans as they are conveyed through the machine over runways.
The Improved Packaging Labeler Component Parts anticipates both original equipment manufactured (OEM) and aftermarket installation for the device into various labelling machines as discussed below.
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1. Field of Invention
This section is not Applicable to Provisional Applications. A diligent patent search for other or similar devices was conducted. However, as far as known, there are no Improved Packaging Labeler Component Parts or the like. It is believed that this product and process are unique in its design and technologies.
2. Prior Art
Prior art related in this field are summarized as follows:
A. A U.S. Pat. No. 2,626,075 was issued in 1953 to Hesson and was entitled “can labeling machine”. It is a can labelling machine wherein a new supply of labels may be added to the pack of labels being depleted without shutting down the operation of the machine.
B. A U.S. Pat. No. 2,804,303 was issued in 1957 to Henthorn and was entitled “continuous label feed mechanism”. In is type of labeling machine the containers or other articles roll through the machine over a substantially horizontal track or bed where they pick up a label by means of an adhesive applied to the cylindrical side of the container after which the label is wrapped about the container and secured to the side of the container or at the opposite end of the label by a suitable adhesive.
C. A U.S. Pat. No. 3,097,983 was issued in 1963 to Caulford et al. and was entitled “automatic labelling apparatus”. It provides improved automatic labelling apparatus which can handle in continuous sequence greater number of containers than those heretofore and in which greater. control of the disposition of the labels on the containers is exerted to improve the durability of the applied labels and the appearance of the labelled containers generally.
D. A U.S. Pat. No. 3,179,548 was issued in 1965 to Debray and was entitled “can labelling machine”. This pertains to a can labelling machine and more particularly to a mechanism used in such a machine for elevating the labels in position for application on a can.
E. A U.S. Pat. No. 3,787,267 was issued in 1974 to Neer and was entitled “labelling machine”. It is a labeling machine having primary and secondary label feed assemblies provided in the present labeler with a common source of intermittent power for feeding labels that can be selected to actuate either assembly from a reciprocating power driven member through over-running clutches to give a positive label feeding movement without and to prevent backlash to the label pack supporting and feeding elements. The assemblies may operate independently of each other or/and in an interdependent manner to maintain the top or operating label pickup level of the label pack at a substantially constant operating level. With the present label feed mechanism the operating of the labeler may be continuous without the necessity to stop the labeling operation when introducing a fresh pack of labels to the machine. The primary label pack feeding mechanism stops automatically upon the exhaustion of the labels of the pack. The secondary label pack feeding mechanism also stops automatically upon reaching a predetermined feeding height rather than to a point of complete exhaustion of its respective labels or label pack to prevent breakdown clashing between the primary and secondary feeding mechanisms.
F. A U.S. Pat. No. 4,670,087 was issued in 1987 to Brown et al. and was entitled “labeling machine”. It demonstrates an apparatus for applying labels to cans of a straight or substantially frusto-conical design is disclosed. The apparatus uses an elongated track for supporting one edge of the can and a single belt extending longitudinally above the track and adapted to selectively engage an edge of the can to rotate and advance the can along the track. Movement of the can transverse relative to the track is restrained by retaining the can against a pair of spaced, longitudinally extending nonmagnetic guide surfaces. The can is retained against the guide surfaces through magnetic attraction of the can by a series of magnets positioned intermediate of but offset from the guide surfaces. As the can moves along the track, a suitable label is affixed to the surface of the can.
G. A U.S. Pat. No. 3,648,823 was issued in 1972 to Neer and was entitled “labeling machine”. Shown is a labeling machine having a single narrow endless can feed belt that engages the median areas of the sidewalls of the cans mounted on respective pulley assemblies with an articulated drive and supports therefor that are adjustable to different diameter cans and supported from one side of the machine, comprises pairs of rigjd vertical rack and stiffening bars positioned at opposite ends of the machine, with adjustable lower and upper sets of pressure rollers for the belt. A can runway with adjustable rigid and flexible can guides. The initial portion, at the feed end of the machine, of the can runway is in the form of a narrow can runway strip for supporting the cans from below at their median sidewall areas. This, together with the narrow feed belt engagement with the upper exposed median areas of the cans enables the cans to travel and be fed over the narrow runway strip with the greater portion of the upper and lower sidewall areas of the cans uncontacted and undisturbed beyond the median contact areas by the belt and runway strip for a desired operation thereon by the labeling machine function.
H. A U.S. Pat. No. 2,224,496 was issued in 1940 to Wild et al. and was entitled “can labeling machine”. This invention relates to a machine for labeling cans and other cylindrical packages which are passed through. the machine by roiling in a. substantially horizontal direction, passing in turn over the adhesive applying mechanism for the label and over the label pack and then over the pressing mechanism. In this operation the adhesive is first applied to the cans or packages, the labels are then picked up in turn by the adhesive on the cans or packages, and rolled about the same, the lap ends of the labels are then secured by adhesive from another source, and the labels are finally pressed into close contact with the cans or packages which are thereafter delivered from the machine.
I. A U.S. Pat. No. 833,896 was issued in 1906 to Rexroth et al. and was entitled “can-labeling machine”. This invention relates to improvements in machines for wrapping cans, in which the wrapper is pasted to the can and has extended ends which are folded down by the machine upon and against the can ends and the invention also relates to machines for the above purpose which can also be used for affixing and pasting labels to the cans in the ordinary way-that is, for affixing labels which do not exceed in width the length of the can. J. A U.S. Pat. No. 497,368 was issued in 1893 to Crittenden et al. and was entitled “can labeling machine”. It provides machines for automatically pasting labels on round or cylindrical objects, such as cans or jars; and more particularly to that species of such machines in which the momentum of the can itself in descending along an inclined run-way, imparts to the various devices which co-operate in the application of the label, the necessary power for their actuation.
None of these found prior art examples anticipate or suggest as obvious the Improved Packaging Labeler Component Parts provided herein.
This invention is an Improved Packaging Labeler and Several Adjustable Components. The labelling machines machine with these improvements anticipate essentially continuous operation with minimal down-time for maintenance and repair. Quick set-up and changeovers are essential. Taught here are the ways to improve material handling and labelling of glass, plastic and can containers with more efficient maintenance and changeover of the labelling machines and other material handling devices.
The preferred embodiment is a series of improved components for a container labeling machine made of durable materials and essentially comprising: an adjustment knob block assembly with a lock knob and block components for the label bed; a locking system for key stock on the infeed and discharge shafts; a wheel and wheel hub positioning set of at least four movable yokes for positioning the wheels; and a set of improved guide rails wherein the improvements can provide faster installation and repair as well as longer life with the improved durable materials. The preferred embodiments of the Improved Packaging Labeler Component Parts are further comprised as follows:
A. An adjustment knob block assembly with features comprising: a knob block 60 with a threaded knob shaft opening 70; a stepped mounting opening 71; a block of material 72 (durable aluminum or composite); a machine rail slot 73; a lever nut recess 74; a lever nut aperture 75; a clamp slot 76; and relief kerfs 77 for clamping; a lever lock 61 (L & R—handed) with a lever fastening means 78 (threaded bolt and aperture or equal and with both a Left and right threads made from materials such as a hardened steel bolt or equal) and configured with a lever handle 79; and a lever nut—left and right hand—62 (note the lever, lever handle, nut and threads are preferred 4140 pre hard steel and could also be 304 stainless steel, composite material or equal) wherein the knob block can be coupled with a knob and provide fast adjustment and locking means to a labelling machine 30, label box 38, and label bed 35.
B. A wheel 46, a wheel hub 40, and wheel guide yoke 50 comprised with features: the wheel 46 with aperture 40A for wheel hub 40 and threaded aperture 42A for fasteners; the wheel hub 40 with yoke slot 41; mounting apertures 42; key way 44 (double); and shaft aperture 45; and the labeler wheel guide yoke 50 comprised of the labeler wheel guide yoke 50 (a plate material 51 LE Linen based phenolic or equal); a mounting aperture 52; a slot 53/radiused for yoke slot 41; and multiple grease aperture 54 fitting mounts.
C. A series of improved container spring rails (94 A, B, C) of different extended lengths and configuration and made of pre-hardened materials chamfered and pinned with OEM pins 95.
The newly invented Improved Packaging Labeler Component Parts may be manufactured at low volumes by very simple means and in high volume production by more complex and controlled systems.
There are several objects and advantages of the Improved Packaging Labeler Component Parts. There are currently no known improvements in the container labelling industry that are effective at providing the objects of this invention.
The Improved Packaging Labeler Component Parts have the following advantages:
Finally, other advantages and additional features of the present Improved Packaging Labeler Component Parts devices will be more apparent from the accompanying drawings and from the full description of the device. For one skilled in the art of labelling machines, it is readily understood that the features shown in the examples with this product are readily adapted to other types of container handling and labelling machines, systems, and devices.
The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and constitute a part of this specification, illustrate an embodiment of the Improved Packaging Labeler Component Parts devices that are preferred. The drawings together with the summary description given above and a detailed description given below serve to explain the principles of the Improved Packaging Labeler Component Parts. It is understood, however, that the Improved Packaging Labeler Component Parts is not limited to only the precise arrangements and instrumentalities shown.
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The present development are Improved Packaging Labeler Component Parts for container material handling and labeler machines. Particularly this invention pertains to a can labelling machine. This invention relates to improvements in the labelling machine/apparatus for labelling containers automatically and in continuous sequence. In this type of labeling machine the containers or other articles roll through the machine over a substantially horizontal track or bed where they pick up a label by means of an adhesive applied to the cylindrical side of the container after which the label is wrapped about the container and secured to the side of the container or at the opposite end of the label by a suitable adhesive. This invention relates to machines for applying labels to articles of cylindrical form and is designed primarily for placing labels on cans as they are conveyed through the machine over runways.
The advantages for the Improved Packaging Labeler Component Parts are listed above in the introduction. Succinctly the benefits are that the device:
A. Quick changeover and adjustments—label adjustment knob and lever lock; wheel yoke socket and adjustment; and spring rail;
B. Durable materials—OEM components reconfigured and upgraded for longer life, less maintenance;
C. Interchangeable with OEM designs to minimize maintenance and change over time with current machines; and
D. Lubrication improved wheel yoke.
The preferred embodiment is a series of improved components for a container labeling machine made of durable materials and essentially comprising: an adjustment knob block assembly with a lock knob and block components for the label bed; a locking system for key stock on the infeed and discharge shafts; a wheel and wheel hub positioning set of at least four movable yokes for positioning the wheels; and a set of improved guide rails wherein the improvements can provide faster installation and repair as well as longer life with the improved durable materials. The preferred embodiments of the Improved Packaging Labeler Component Parts are further comprised as follows:
A. An adjustment knob block assembly with features comprising: a knob block 60 with a threaded knob shaft opening 70; a stepped mounting opening 71; a block of material 72 (durable aluminum or composite); a machine rail slot 73; a lever nut recess 74; a lever nut aperture 75; a clamp slot 76; and relief kerfs 77 for clamping; a lever lock 61 (L & R—handed) with a lever fastening means 78 (threaded bolt and aperture or equal and made from materials such as a hardened steel bolt or equal) and configured with a lever handle 79; and a lever nut—left and right hand—62 (note the lever, lever handle, nut and threads are preferred 4140 pre hard steel and could also be 304 stainless steel, composite material or equal) wherein the knob block can be coupled with a knob and provide fast adjustment and locking means to a labelling machine 30, label box 38, and label bed 35.
B. A wheel 46, a wheel hub 40, and wheel guide yoke 50 comprised with features: the wheel 46 with aperture 40A for wheel hub 40 and threaded aperture 42A for fasteners; the wheel hub 40 with yoke slot 41; mounting apertures 42; key way 44 (double); and shaft aperture 45; and the labeler wheel guide yoke 50 comprised of the labeler wheel guide yoke 50 (a plate material 51 LE Linen based phenolic or equal); a mounting aperture 52; a slot 53/radiused for yoke slot 41; and multiple grease aperture 54 fitting mounts.
C. A series of improved container spring rails (94 A, B, C) of different extended lengths and configuration and made of pre-hardened materials chamfered and pinned with OEM pins 95.
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The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and constitute a part of this specification, illustrate an embodiment of the Improved Packaging Labeler Component Parts. The drawings together with the summary description given above and a detailed description given below serve to explain the principles of the Improved Packaging Labeler Component Parts. It is understood, however, that the Improved Packaging Labeler Component Parts devices are not limited to only the precise arrangements and instrumentalities shown. Other examples of Improved Packaging Labeler Component Parts devices and uses are still understood by one skilled in the art of material handling and labelling machines [for containers such as cans and jars etc.] devices to be within the scope and spirit shown here.
The details mentioned here are exemplary and not limiting. Other specific components and manners specific to describing an Improved Packaging Labeler Component Parts may be added as a person having ordinary skill in the field of material handling and labelling machines [for containers such as cans, jars etc.] and their uses well appreciates.
The Improved Packaging Labeler Component Parts have been described in the above embodiment. The manner of how the device operates is described below. One notes well that the description above and the operation described here must be taken together to fully illustrate the concept of the Improved Packaging Labeler Component Parts.
The Improved Packaging Labeler Component Parts operates somewhat similar to other machine components yet with higher durability for maintenance and easy quick changeover (some tool-less) for less downtime at repair and product changeover.
Many uses are anticipated for the Improved Packaging Labeler Component Parts such as Burt or others. Some examples, and not limitations, are shown in the following Table.
As one skilled in label machines understands, the scope and intent of these improved parts and components may well be used on other container processing and labelling machine. The Burt scenario is only one use.
With this description it is to be understood that the Improved Packaging Labeler Component Parts are not to be limited to only the disclosed embodiment of product. The features of the special Improved Packaging Labeler Component Parts are intended to cover various modifications and equivalent arrangements included within the spirit and scope of the description.
Unless defined otherwise, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skills in the art to which these inventions belong. Although any methods and materials similar or equivalent to those described herein can also be used in the practice or testing of the present inventions, the preferred methods and materials are now described. All patents and publications mentioned herein, including those cited in the background of the application, are hereby incorporated by reference to disclose and describe the methods and/or materials in connection with which the publications are cited.
The publications discussed herein are provided solely for their disclosure prior to the filing date of the present application. Nothing herein is to be construed as an admission that the present inventions are not entitled to antedate such publication by virtue of prior invention. Further, the dates of publication provided may be different from the actual publication dates which may need to be independently confirmed.
Other embodiments of the invention are possible. Although the description above contains much specificity, these should not be construed as limiting the scope of the invention, but as merely providing illustrations of some of the presently preferred embodiments of this invention. It is also contemplated that various combinations or sub-combinations of the specific features and aspects of the embodiments can be made and still fall within the scope of the inventions. It should be understood that various features and aspects of the disclosed embodiments can be combined with or substituted for one another in order to form varying modes of the disclosed inventions. Thus, it is intended that the scope of at least some of the present inventions herein disclosed should not be limited by the particular disclosed embodiments described above.
Thus the scope of this invention should be determined by the appended claims and their legal equivalents. Therefore, it will be appreciated that the scope of the present invention fully encompasses other embodiments which may become obvious to those skilled in the art and that the scope of the present invention is accordingly to be limited by nothing other than the appended claims, in which reference to an element in the singular is not intended to mean “one and only one” unless explicitly so stated, but rather “one or more.” All structural, chemical, and functional equivalents to the elements of the above-described preferred embodiment that are known to those of ordinary skill in the art are expressly incorporated herein by reference and are intended to be encompassed by the present claims. Moreover, it is not necessary for a device or method to address each and every problem sought to be solved by the present invention for it to be encompassed by the present claims. Furthermore, no element, component, or method step in the present disclosure is intended to be dedicated to the public regardless of whether the element, component, or method step is explicitly recited in the claims.
The terms recited in the claims should be given their ordinary and customary meaning as determined by reference to relevant entries (e.g., definition of “plane” as a carpenter's tool would not be relevant to the use of the term “plane” when used to refer to an airplane, etc.) in dictionaries (e.g., widely used general reference dictionaries and/or relevant technical dictionaries), commonly understood meanings by those in the art, etc., with the understanding that the broadest meaning imparted by any one or combination of these sources should be given to the claim terms (e.g., two or more relevant dictionary entries should be combined to provide the broadest meaning of the combination of entries, etc.) subject only to the following exceptions: (a) if a term is used herein in a manner more expansive than its ordinary and customary meaning, the term should be given its ordinary and customary meaning plus the additional expansive meaning, or (b) if a term has been explicitly defined to have a different meaning by reciting the term followed by the phrase “as used herein shall mean” or similar language (e.g., “herein this term means,” “as defined herein,” “for the purposes of this disclosure [the term] shall mean,” etc.). References to specific examples, use of “i.e.,” use of the word “invention,” etc., are not meant to invoke exception (b) or otherwise restrict the scope of the recited claim terms. Other than situations where exception (b) applies, nothing contained herein should be considered a disclaimer or disavowal of claim scope. Accordingly, the subject matter recited in the claims is not coextensive with and should not be interpreted to be coextensive with any particular embodiment, feature, or combination of features shown herein. This is true even if only a single embodiment of the particular feature or combination of features is illustrated and described herein. Thus, the appended claims should be read to be given their broadest interpretation in view of the prior art and the ordinary meaning of the claim terms.
As used herein, spatial or directional terms, such as “left,” “right,” “front,” “back,” and the like, relate to the subject matter as it is shown in the drawing FIGS. However, it is to be understood that the subject matter described herein may assume various alternative orientations and, accordingly, such terms are not to be considered as limiting. Furthermore, as used herein (i.e., in the claims and the specification), articles such as “the,” “a,” and “an” can connote the singular or plural. Also, as used herein, the word “or” when used without a preceding “either” (or other similar language indicating that “or” is unequivocally meant to be exclusive—e.g., only one of x or y, etc.) shall be interpreted to be inclusive (e.g., “x or y” means one or both x or y). Likewise, as used herein, the term “and/or” shall also be interpreted to be inclusive (e.g., “x and/or y” means one or both x or y). In situations where “and/or” or “or” are used as a conjunction for a group of three or more items, the group should be interpreted to include one item alone, all of the items together, or any combination or number of the items. Moreover, terms used in the specification and claims such as have, having, include, and including should be construed to be synonymous with the terms comprise and comprising.
Unless otherwise indicated, all numbers or expressions, such as those expressing dimensions, physical characteristics, etc. used in the specification (other than the claims) are understood as modified in all instances by the term “approximately.” At the very least, and not as an attempt to limit the application of the doctrine of equivalents to the claims, each numerical parameter recited in the specification or claims which is modified by the term “approximately” should at least be construed in light of the number of recited significant digits and by applying ordinary rounding techniques.
This application claims the benefit of U.. Provisional Patent Application with Ser. No. 62136497 filed Mar. 21, 2015 by Richard W. Sigler, Jr. and entitled “Improved Packaging Labeler Component Parts”.
| Number | Date | Country | |
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| 62136497 | Mar 2015 | US |
