Location History:
- Okazaki, JP (1998)
- Toyokawa, JP (2001)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1998-2001
Title: Innovations by Kunihiko Kanou
Introduction
Kunihiko Kanou is a notable inventor based in Toyokawa, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of image forming apparatuses, holding a total of 2 patents. His work focuses on enhancing the efficiency and functionality of document finishing processes.
Latest Patents
One of his latest patents is a finisher for use with an image forming apparatus. This innovative finisher is designed to connect to a copying machine, producing a bound booklet by inserting papers into a cover with an adhesive layer. The adhesive is coated on the inner surface near the spine, interconnecting the front and back boards. By heating the cover and the sheaf of papers, the finisher joins them through adhesion, facilitating and expediting the entire bookbinding process.
Another significant patent is a finishing apparatus and image forming system that includes this apparatus. It comprises a transport section for moving sheets discharged from a copying machine, a tray for stacking these sheets, and a finishing section for transporting a set of collected sheets from the tray and stapling them together. The apparatus features folding rollers that can fold a sheet in two or create a center fold. Sheets that have been centrally folded are then subjected to stapling along the fold line.
Career Highlights
Kunihiko Kanou is associated with Minolta Company, Ltd., where he has been instrumental in developing innovative solutions for document processing. His work has significantly impacted the efficiency of finishing operations in the imaging industry.
Collaborations
He has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Masahiro Nonoyama and Shinji Wakamatsu, contributing to various projects that enhance the capabilities of imaging technologies.
Conclusion
Kunihiko Kanou's contributions to the field of image forming apparatuses demonstrate his commitment to innovation and efficiency. His patents reflect a deep understanding of the needs within the document finishing industry, making him a valuable inventor in this domain.