Patent ID: 6780285
Filing Date: 2004-08-24
Classification: D21F

Abstract:
A loading device for loading a web forming wire, said loading device comprising:a fixed base member; a movable loading member coupled to said base member, said loading member structured and arranged to move in a vertical fashion relative to said base member to thereby apply a loading force to said wire; at least one flexible belt joined to the loading member and to the base member; means for introducing a pressure medium into a space defined by said at least one flexible belt, said loading member and said base member below said movable loading member to generate said vertical movement of said loading member; roller means including at least one roller structured and arranged to support said loading member such that the force generated against said loading member by said wire is directed against a side of said roller whereby jamming of said loading member is prevented; andwherein said at least one roller is coupled to said base member by a rotating shaft to enable the rotation of said roller.