Method and apparatus for forming fan-folded web of labels with improved registration

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 8939877
APP PUB NO 20130184138A1
SERIAL NO

13352491

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An off line apparatus for converting a rolled web into a fan-fold web and method of fan folding a web is described. The apparatus has a creasing station capable of receiving the web at a feed rate. The creasing station has a first die roller, wherein the first die roller comprises a first blade and a first cushion, and a second die roller. A coupling mechanism synchronizes rotation of the rollers such that the first blade engages the second cushion and the second blade engages the first cushion during one each rotation. A reader determines the location of a gap between the labels. A controller receives the location of the gap from said reader and communication with a drive mechanism to adjust the rotation rate such that the first blade and the second cushion engage.

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CENTURY PRINTING & PACKAGING INCPO BOX 2358 GREER SC 29652

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Morris, Jeffrey S Hillsboro, US 18 247
Waldrop, Neil C Greer, US 1 0

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