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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jul. 19, 2005
Filed:
Feb. 02, 2004
Robert A. Chevalier, Jr., Bourne, MA (US);
Peter K. Novacon, Osterville, MA (US);
Kenneth F. Scussel, East Falmouth, MA (US);
Robert A. Chevalier, Jr., Bourne, MA (US);
Peter K. Novacon, Osterville, MA (US);
Kenneth F. Scussel, East Falmouth, MA (US);
Benthos, Inc., North Falmouth, MA (US);
Abstract
Apparatus and methods for in-line testing of the internal pressure of flexible containers traveling along a production line at high speeds. The apparatus inspects semi-rigid plastic and thin-walled liquid filled containers by analyzing the output from a load cell that indirectly measures the reaction force applied to a container through the intermediary of a load cell roller that, in turn, supports a flexible belt that directly contacts containers while moving them through an inspection station without interrupting the flow of the production line. Containers are contacted only by a flexible portion of a conveyor belt to minimize structural and aesthetic damage to them that might otherwise occur during the inspection process.