Patent ID: 6755123
Filing Date: 2004-06-29
Classification: B65B

Abstract:
A modular feed assembly for use with a strapping machine of the type including an associated strapping head and an associated chute for positioning, tensioning and sealing a strapping material around an associated load, the feed assembly configured to feed strapping material from an associated source to the associated strapping head and to retract strapping material therefrom to tension the strapping material around the load, the feed assembly comprising:a body; a drive; a pair of wheels, one of the pair of wheel being operably connected to the drive; a strap guide disposed over at least a portion of each of the pair of wheels; and an aligning and mounting portion, the aligning and mounting portion configured for independent, tool-less installation and removal of the modular feed assembly from the strapping machine, the aligning and mounting portion adapted for positioning the feed assembly at an associated second strap guide providing a conveyance path for the strapping material from the modular feed assembly to the strapping head, wherein the aligning and mounting portion includes one of a cooperative nesting and receiving member, and a clamping member.