Programmable filling and capping machine

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 5301488
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07972809

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A filling and capping machine including a computer controlled turret having a plurality of pockets for positioning a plurality of containers to at least a fill position and a capping position along the turret's path. The controller programmably positions the turret to these positions for variations of the locations of the pockets on the turret and accommodates for variations in the size and number of the container pockets and the type of fill product and type of containers. The controller also controls the position of the filling unit for the type of fill product as well as controlling the positioning of the filling unit and the capping unit for variations in the type of container. The controller uses a combination of servo motors and fluid motors to vertically and rotationally position the elements.

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NATIONAL INSTRUMENT COMPANY INC4119-27 FORDLEIGH RD BALTIMORE MD 21215

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Jensen, Richard C Baltimore, MD 5 99
Ruhl, Mark A Baltimore, MD 4 118

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