Method and apparatus for cutting a case containing product

Details Method and apparatus for cutting a case containing product Method and apparatus for cutting a case containing product

2005-03-08

2005-03-08

Lillis, Eileen D. (Department: 3652)

Material or article handling

Device for emptying portable receptacle

With container opening means

C414S414000, C083S051000, C083S861000, C083S152000, C083S214000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06863486

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus and method for cutting open a case of product having a top and a bottom is provided. The case is placed on a conveyor and moved to a cutting apparatus. The top is cut open at the cutting apparatus. The case is moved to a lift apparatus. The top of the case is opened and the product is lifted from the bottom of the case. The case is then cut thereby separating the bottom of the case from the top of the case.

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