Patent ID: 7044056
Filing Date: 2006-05-16
Classification: B65H

Abstract:
1. An interleaf removal apparatus for removing an interleaf from at least one stack of alternating plates and interleaves, said interleaf removal apparatus comprising: (a) a support; (b) a plurality of suction cups for holding and fixing an interleaf under suction, said plurality of suction cups including a plurality of fixed suction cups fixed to said support and a plurality of movable suction cups movably supported by said support, and being arranged linearly such that said plurality of movable suction cups are interposed between said plurality of fixed suction cups; (c) a lifting element for vertically moving said plurality of suction cups together with said support with respect to said at least one stack; (d) a suction element for causing said plurality of suction cups to exert suction; and (e) a suction cup moving element having a belt for moving said plurality of movable suction cups toward and away from said plurality of fixed suction cups in a direction substantially parallel to a top surface of said at least one stack.