Utensil wrapping apparatus and method

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2008-01-29

2008-01-29

Huynh, Louis (Department: 3721)

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C053S155000, C053S203000, C053S206000, C053S582000

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11439662

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus and method for wrapping a napkin around one or more utensils. The apparatus includes a wrapping area defining a trough dimensioned to receive one or more utensils. A utensil dispenser and napkin delivery mechanism may be provided to deliver the utensils and a napkin, respectively, to the trough. The apparatus may also include a wrapping mechanism that wraps the napkin around the utensils. In some cases, a tension mechanism may be included to selectively limit movement of the napkin during wrapping.

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