Geometrical instruments – Gauge – Collocating
Patent
1998-03-23
1999-12-28
Hirshfeld, Andrew
Geometrical instruments
Gauge
Collocating
33613, 83282, B26D 520
Patent
active
060064382
ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to an automated feed assembly for use with a pack seal tester. The automated feed assembly receives a plurality of cigarette packs into a testing column for advancement control of the packs to the tester. The automated feed assembly adjusts the flow of cigarette packs within the testing column through the use of a first, second and third push and hold mechanism which work in conjunction with a first and a second stop mechanism, all of which work in conjunction with each other to orderly advance the packs to a plunger and vacuum source for testing the seal strength of the cigarette pack seal.
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Brown & Williamson Tobacco Corporation
Hirshfeld Andrew
Salazar John F.
Smith R. Alexander
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