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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jul. 01, 2003
Filed:
Dec. 03, 2001
James L. Layne, Bowling Green, KY (US);
Michael D. McDaniel, Glasgow, KY (US);
Mark T. Johnson, Glasgow, KY (US);
Wendell S. Bell, Smiths Grove, KY (US);
Span Tech LLC, Glasgow, KY (US);
Abstract
A modular link conveyor system ( ) for transporting articles is provided having a plurality of modular link sections ( ) providing a support surface for the articles and wherein one or more rollers ( ) are positioned in the underside of selected link sections ( ) to provide support by rolling on a guide rail ( ) of the conveyor system ( ). Each link section ( ) includes at least one interengaging apex ( ) and leg portion ( ) having a matching hole ( ) and slot ( ) for receiving a transverse rod ( ) to permit side flexing action. An enclosure ( ) for each roller ( ) provides protective encapsulation along at least the two sides and substantially around the rolling face to prevent debris build up. Advantageously, at least one roller ( ) is mounted in each side link section ( ) that also provides a depending arm ( ) and transverse tab ( ) for lateral guiding action. The link sections ( ) are combined to form a composite link and a cover plate provides an extended support surface.