Active sheet-edge airflow control for vacuum conveyors with magnet assist

A valve assembly for controlling airflow along sheet edges on a vacuum transport assembly, the valve assembly including a flexible plate, including a first end, a second end, a first top surface, and a first bottom surface, and a first actuator connected to the second end and operatively arranged to...

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Main Authors Leckinger, Michael T, Dunham, Brian J, Terrero, Carlos M
Format Patent
LanguageEnglish
Published 06.08.2024
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Summary:A valve assembly for controlling airflow along sheet edges on a vacuum transport assembly, the valve assembly including a flexible plate, including a first end, a second end, a first top surface, and a first bottom surface, and a first actuator connected to the second end and operatively arranged to displace the flexible plate. Added is at least one magnet member designed to assist in controlling the valve assembly.
Bibliography:Application Number: US202217815724