Method and apparatus for processing toothbrushes

Details Method and apparatus for processing toothbrushes Method and apparatus for processing toothbrushes

2011-01-04

2011-01-04

Karmis, Stefanos (Department: 3653)

Classifying, separating, and assorting solids

Sorting special items, and certain methods and apparatus for...

Condition responsive means controls separating means

C209S552000, C209S576000, C209S577000, C209S587000

Reexamination Certificate

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07863535

ABSTRACT:
A method of processing toothbrushes includes supplying a plurality of toothbrushes with tufts of bristles attached to heads of the toothbrushes. Similar portions of each of the toothbrushes differ in color from each other. A color of the portion of each of the toothbrushes is determined. The toothbrushes are reorganized according to the determined color.

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