Methods for variably opening envelopes

Details Methods for variably opening envelopes Methods for variably opening envelopes

2006-10-12

2008-11-25

Gerrity, Stephen F (Department: 3721)

Package making

Methods

Opening only

C053S381500

Reexamination Certificate

active

07454882

ABSTRACT:
Apparatuses and methods are provided for variably opening envelopes, such as for an inserting system. A deck is provided that creates a conveying path on which insert material can travel. A feeding guide that holds open a mouth of each envelope can be attached to the deck. Based on the physical characteristics of the material to be inserted into the envelope, the deck and feeding guide are movable to control the amount that the mouth of each envelope is held open.

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