Article holding apparatus

Details Article holding apparatus Article holding apparatus

1991-01-10

1992-06-30

Focarino, Margaret A.

Handling: hand and hoist-line implements

Utilizing fluid pressure

Frames

2941191, 294907, B66C 102

Patent

active

051257068

ABSTRACT:
An article holding apparatus includes a pair of sliding plates selectively movable toward or away from each other while being maintained parallel to each other. A distance between the sliding plates is adjustable. Suction pads are provided on inner surfaces of the sliding plates respectively. The suction pads may include first suction pads for holding a large article and second suction pads for holding a small article. Sensor elements may be mounted on the plates to sense whether a large or a small article is present to be handled thereby.

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