Patent ID: 6112499
Filing Date: 2000-09-05
Classification: B65B

Abstract:
An apparatus for supplying and closing workpieces with cable tie in synchronized sequence and capable of handling cable ties for closing an open end portion of a workpiece, said cable tie having an apertured head end and a tail end, said apertured head end having means for retaining said tail end in a fastening position, said apparatus comprising;a feeder mechanism for supplying said cable ties to said apparatus;a jaw mechanism having a means for guiding and receiving said cable tie and comprising a receiving jaw element and a surrounding jaw element,a first reciprocating extending mechanism arranged to transport said cable ties toward said receiving jaw element;a second reciprocating extending mechanism arranged to move said receiving jaw element toward said surrounding jaw element;a third reciprocating extending mechanism arranged to move said surrounding jaw element toward said receiving jaw element;said receiving jaw element and said surrounding jaw element cooperating with one another to guide and force said tail end of said cable tie into and through said apertured head end thereof;means for receiving and grasping said tail end;a fourth reciprocating extending mechanism cooperating with said receiving and grasping means to tension said tail end;means for severing a surplus portion of said tail end; andmeans for severing a surplus portion of said workpiece.