Patent ID: 7784312
Filing Date: 2010-08-31
Classification: C14B

Abstract:
1. Device for performing a complete or partial emptying/filling of a drying aggregate with upstanding expansion pelt boards with respect to one or more suitable receiving stations for further transport and/or handling, comprising: a first actuator which is vertically displaceable between an upper and a lower outer position, a displaceable support arm carrying said first actuator on a free end thereof, a second actuator which is mounted to the first actuator, a gripping element mounted for vertical displacement by the first actuator and comprising a first plate-shaped movable part and a second plate-shaped movable part, the plate-shaped movable parts being mounted for pivoting movement about vertical axes and being actuated by said second actuator for gripping and releasing an upstanding expansion pelt board, a third actuator for moving the displaceable support arm in a first direction, a fourth actuator, a carriage displaceable by the fourth actuator, and a guide rail on which the carriage is displaceably mounted, wherein the support arm is arranged on the carriage so as to be displaceable with the carriage in a second direction by the fourth actuator.