Patent ID: 6609355
Filing Date: 2003-08-26
Classification: B65B

Abstract:
In a packaging machine including an elongated mandrel for the formation of a blank into a carton, said mandrel including a secured end and a distal end, a blank stop for longitudinal positioning of said blank relative to said distal end of said mandrel, said blank stop comprising:a selectively rotatable tool including an engagement segment and operable from a remote location; an elongated threaded rod including a secured end rotatably secured to said packaging machine and a distal end, said threaded rod defining an engagement segment adapted to engage said engagement segment of said rotating tool; said engagement segment of said selectively rotatable tool being selectively movable from a remote location between a position of engagement with said engagement segment of said threaded rod and a storage position of non-engagement with said engagement segment of said threaded rod; and an abutment member threadably mounted upon said rod for longitudinal movement along said threaded rod in response to rotation of said threaded rod.