Linen spreader apparatus and method

Details Linen spreader apparatus and method Linen spreader apparatus and method

2007-12-21

2010-11-23

Izaguirre, Ismael (Department: 3765)

Textiles: ironing or smoothing

Accessories

Sheet shake out or spreader devices

C038S008000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07836617

ABSTRACT:
A separated article of laundry is dragged over a plurality of wheels or belts. The wheels or belts adjust the amount of overhang on each side, making an edge of the article more horizontal. A clamp clamps the edge and drags the article of laundry from the wheels or belts. Resistance, such as by a pinch arm, may assist in untangling the article of laundry as the article is dragged. Sensors adjacent the belts or wheels measure a size of the article of laundry. A folder adjusts based on the size. For example, the types of folds to be made, the placement of runners for folding, or the output sorting are adjusted. The folder may operate more efficiently by providing time for the folder to adjust to the size of the article of laundry prior to feeding from the spreader.

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