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AssigneeSteinmetz Machine Works, Inc.
InventorsJohn Michelotti, Ken P. Berlingo, Brian P. Romano, Brian E. Schwerkolt
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The invention provides a method of and apparatus for inspecting a label applied to a container. The method includes the steps of placing the container on a rotatable platform; rotating the platform; detecting an edge of the label as the container rotates on the rotating platform; stopping rotation of the platform at a predetermined position relative to the position of the detected edge of the label; advancing the container to a label inspection station; viewing the label using a machine vision label inspection system; comparing an image obtained by the machine vision inspection system with established criteria to determine if the label meets predetermined standards for the label; and selectively directing the container to a reject outlet if the label does not match the predetermined standards for the label.
An apparatus for inspection of a container having a label applied thereto, comprising:
A method of inspecting a label applied to a container, comprising the steps of:
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