Computer controlled labeling machine
CA 2223946 C · Owner: Otruba, Svatoboj · Inventors: Bright, Lyn E.; Otruba, Svatoboj
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A computer controlled labeling machine (10) is used to apply labels to an article (15) such as a beverage container. The apparatus and methods provide particular advantages for applying stretch labels (203) and/or labels (52) with tactilely sensible indicia (56) such as braille markings to articles , (15). The computer control system (20) provides structure (18 & 31) for controlling the speed and orientation of the labeling apparatus (10) including the vacuum drum (35) the relative speeds of the label unwind roll (92) and label pick-up vacuum drum (35) to thereby control the amount of label stretch, and for timing when the liquid application station (122) applies the liquid to form …
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- Filed June 7, 1996 and granted September 10, 2002. A Canadian patent filed from October 1, 1989 lasts 20 years from filing, so its term ended June 7, 2016.
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