Patent ID: 6796225
Filing Date: 2004-09-28
Classification: B29B,B30B,Y02W,Y10S

Abstract:
An apparatus for compacting objects whose material is to be recycled, comprising:a detector device which at least displays one code reader for reading-off a code on the object with a view to separating an approved object from a rejected object, and a discharge opening for approved objects; and a compactor device for receiving approved objects from the detector device and compaction thereof, characterized in that the compactor device is designed for continuous, non-cyclic operation, further characterized in that means are provided in the compactor device for puncturing an object, said puncturing means being located such that no appreciable compaction of the object has taken place before the object is punctured, and at least one belt assembly has two belts which have an axial interspace; and that said puncturing means extends through this interspace.