Patent ID: 6421910
Filing Date: 2002-07-23
Classification: A47G,G09F,Y10T

Abstract:
An apparatus for automatically removing an a of fixed indicator from a hanger wherein said hanger has a resilient indicator attachment mechanism; said apparatus comprising:a means for receiving said indicator affixed to said hanger, said means for receiving including a first plate defining a recess, such that said indicator affixed to said hanger is received by said recess, said means for receiving further including a pin positioned to displace said resilient indicator attachment mechanism; a means for securing said hanger for removal of said indicator; an actuating means for driving said means for receiving and said means for securing upwardly and downwardly, such that said first plate is driven downwardly to receive said indicator and then driven upwardly while the hanger is secured by said means for securing; and means for ejecting said indicator from said recess in said first plate.