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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Feb. 16, 1988
Filed:
Apr. 28, 1986
Keith G Opperthauser, Holly, MI (US);
Automated Systems, Inc., Pontiac, MI (US);
Abstract
This invention relates to a workpiece loader which loads workpieces onto a continuously moving conveyor of a type frequently used in manufacturing factory environments. The workpiece loader is comprised of a short length endless belt which is intermittently moved to stack workpieces against a movable fence. Movement of the movable fence is coordinated with motion of the loader belt to enable groups of workpieces to be placed on the conveyor as desired. A first embodiment discloses the workpiece loader belt travelling in a direction perpendicular to the continuously moving conveyor, whereas the second embodiment discloses such belts moving in parallel directions.