Patent ID: 6090030
Filing Date: 2000-07-18
Classification: B65H,Y10T

Abstract:
An apparatus for assisting an individual in performing a paper manipulating task comprising:a platform including a substantially planar upper surface; anda support tray for receiving at least one piece of paper, with the support tray being mounted for translational movement upon the upper surface of the platform between a loading position, wherein the support tray receives the at least one piece of paper, and an operating position, wherein the at least one piece of paper is delivered upon the support tray to a paper manipulating unit, said support tray including a lower surface portion, which is arranged atop the upper surface of the platform, and an upper surface portion adapted to receive the at least one piece of paper, with the upper surface portion having an associated area which is less than that of the at least one piece of paper to be placed thereon, wherein a portion of the at least one piece of paper placed on the support tray will extend off the support tray, with the portion of the at least one piece of paper being in alignment with the paper manipulating unit.