Multiple-mode case erector
AssigneeFallas Automation, Inc.
InventorsDaniel Maeyaert, David Fallas, Jacob Cox
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Abstract
A case erector may operate in multiple modes. In a slotted-case mode, the case erector may accept and erect slotted cases, while various plunger-case erection components are deactivated. In a plunger-case mode, the case erector may accept and erect plunger cases, while various slotted-case erection components are deactivated.
Claims20
A method of transitioning a case erector from a slotted-case mode to a plunger-case mode, the method comprising:
- adjusting a plunger from a point exceeding a plunger clear threshold to a plunger ready position;
- adjusting a case opener to a point exceeding an opener clear threshold;
- adjusting a guide used for tip-output operation;
- and
- where adjusting the guide for tip-output operation includes removing the guide to clear reception of cases by a case formation die.
A method of transitioning a case erector from a plunger-case mode to a slotted-case mode, the method comprising:
- adjusting a case opener from a point exceeding an opener clear threshold to an opener ready position;
- adjusting a plunger to a point exceeding a plunger clear threshold;
- and
- inserting a guide for tip-output operation;
- and
- orienting the guide to block movement of a case into a case formation die of the case erector.
A method of transitioning a case erector from a plunger-case mode to a slotted-case mode, the case erector including a case opener, a case pusher, a plunger, and a case formation die having an opening structured to erect a plunger-case upon impact by the plunger, the method including:
- deactivating the plunger;
- adjusting the case opener to erect a slotted case by opening the slotted case allowing a flap of the slotted case to fold unobstructed by other portions of the slotted case;
- and
- driving the case pusher to push the slotted case past the case formation die without impact by the plunger.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.