Method and apparatus for loading/unloading a drum member

Details Method and apparatus for loading/unloading a drum member Method and apparatus for loading/unloading a drum member

1987-05-18

1989-04-18

Grimley, Arthur T.

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355 3R, G03G 1500

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048231606

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for loading/unloading a drum member and a related method are described. The apparatus includes an inner support member slidably arranged between a center shaft fixed to a frame and a drum member. When the drum member is required to be unloaded from the frame, the inner support member is ejected along the center shaft for a predetermined length, and then the drum member is drawn out while using the inner support member as a guide. The method includes the steps of: providing a center shaft secured at one end to the frame; providing an inner support member slidably attached to the center shaft; providing a drum member supported at its inner surface by the inner support member and being slidable along the center shaft axis; drawing out the inner support member for a predetermined length toward the outside of the frame; and drawing out the drum member toward the outside of the frame, while using the inner support member as a guide. By this apparatus and method, the drum can be drawn out easily and safely while using the inner support member as a guide.

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