Patent ID: 6688084
Filing Date: 2004-02-10
Classification: B65B

Abstract:
A machine for applying reinforcing strapping simultaneously to a plurality of separate, serially arranged articles as the articles are advanced through the machine, comprising:a plurality of spaced apart strapping head stations each having at least one strapping head assembly for applying a length of reinforcing strapping around an article as the article is stopped at that station; and means for simultaneously advancing a plurality of serially arranged articles through the machine and stopping the plurality of articles so that an article is stopped at each station for application of at least one strap to each article at each station, with each station operable to apply a strap in a different location on the article, whereby a plurality of serially arranged articles are strapped simultaneously, and a desired number of spaced apart straps are applied to each article after the article has advanced sequentially through all the stations.