公开(公告)号：US09272852B2

公开(公告)日：2016-03-01

申请号：US13838974

申请日：2013-03-15

Applicant: NOVILCO INC.

Inventor： Michel St-Pierre ,  Isabelle St-Pierre ,  Eric Vallee

IPC: B65G57/22 ,  B65G57/24

CPC classification number: B65G57/24 ,  B65G57/245 ,  B65G2201/0282

Abstract: A board stacking apparatus having one or more movable supports having at least two arms each, a rear stopper and a power assembly operatively connected to the movable support to move the same according to a layer stacking routine. The layer stacking routine includes positioning the movable support at a receiving position, maintaining the movable support in the receiving position while the boards are dispensed thereon, and moving the movable support in a rearward direction. The board stacking apparatus further comprises abutment components located proximate to and slightly below a board dispensing mechanism of the apparatus to support the receiving end of corresponding arms when in the receiving position.

Abstract translation: 一种具有一个或多个可移动支撑件的板堆叠装置，每个可移动支撑件具有至少两个臂，后挡块和可操作地连接到可移动支撑件的动力组件，以根据层堆叠程序使其移动。 层叠堆积程序包括将可移动支撑件定位在接收位置，将可移动支撑件保持在接收位置，同时板被分配在其上，并且使可移动支撑件沿向后的方向移动。 板堆叠装置还包括位于装置的板分配机构附近和稍稍下方的抵靠部件，以在处于接收位置时支撑相应臂的接收端。

公开(公告)号：US20150329295A1

公开(公告)日：2015-11-19

申请号：US14710316

申请日：2015-05-12

Applicant: USNR, LLC

Inventor： Petri Saastamo

IPC: B65G25/08 ,  B65G47/14

CPC classification number: B65G25/08 ,  B65G47/1471 ,  B65G2201/0282 ,  B65G2812/09

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure provide a workpiece singulator with one or more movable stairs. A first one of the movable stairs may include an outer step member and an inner step member that is positioned between the outer step member and a second one of the movable stairs. The step members may be movable synchronously as a single stair to transport larger workpieces and asynchronously to transport smaller workpieces on the outer step member. Optionally, the workpiece singulator may further include a sensor configured to detect the size and/or position of a workpiece. In some embodiments, the workpiece singulator may be coupled with a controller configured to control the position of the outer step member independently of the position of the inner step member. In various embodiments, a workpiece singulator as disclosed herein may be operable to selectively singulate workpieces of different sizes.

Abstract translation: 本公开的实施例提供了具有一个或多个可移动楼梯的工件切割器。 可移动楼梯中的第一个可以包括外阶梯构件和位于外阶梯构件和可移动楼梯中的第二个之间的内阶梯构件。 台阶构件可以作为单个台阶同步地移动以运输较大的工件并且异步地在较小的工件上传送较小的工件。 可选地，工件切割器还可以包括被配置为检测工件的尺寸和/或位置的传感器。 在一些实施例中，工件切割器可以与配置成独立于内部台阶部件的位置来控制外部台阶部件的位置的控制器联接。 在各种实施例中，如本文所公开的工件切割机可操作以选择性地分割不同尺寸的工件。

公开(公告)号：US09022203B2

公开(公告)日：2015-05-05

申请号：US14055513

申请日：2013-10-16

Applicant: U.S. Natural Resources, Inc.

Inventor： Andre LaPierre ,  Damon Clinch

IPC: B65G47/244 ,  B65G15/58 ,  B65G47/31

CPC classification number: B65G37/00 ,  B65G15/12 ,  B65G15/58 ,  B65G43/08 ,  B65G47/244 ,  B65G47/2445 ,  B65G47/31 ,  B65G2201/0282 ,  B65G2203/041 ,  B65G2811/0626 ,  B65G2811/0631 ,  B65G2811/0673

Abstract: Embodiments provide methods, systems, and apparatuses for loading workpieces in a flow direction into the spaced apart lugs on a lugged conveyor with the workpieces oriented transverse to the flow direction. The lug loader includes an array of pairs of endless conveyors configured to convey workpieces toward a lugged conveyor. The first and second endless conveyors of each pair are spaced laterally apart across the flow direction and aligned substantially in the flow direction. The array can form a continuous or discontinuous transport surface. Some pairs of endless conveyors in the array may overlap one or more other pairs of endless conveyors in the array. At least one pair of endless conveyors in the array may include two or more endless conveyors that are independently driven at different speeds and/or in different directions to de-skew a workpiece.

Abstract translation: 实施例提供了用于将工件在流动方向上装载到具有横向于流动方向的工件的倾斜输送机上的间隔开的凸耳中的方法，系统和装置。 凸耳式装载机包括一对环形输送机，其构造成将工件传送到一个倾斜的输送机。 每对的第一和第二环形输送机横跨流动方向横向隔开并且基本上在流动方向上排列。 阵列可以形成连续或不连续的输送表面。 阵列中的一些无端输送机可能与阵列中的一个或多个其他环形输送机对重叠。 阵列中的至少一对环形输送机可以包括两个或更多个环形输送机，其独立地以不同的速度和/或不同的方向驱动以使工件脱斜。

公开(公告)号：US08960244B1

公开(公告)日：2015-02-24

申请号：US13136922

申请日：2011-08-15

Applicant: Steven L. Aylsworth ,  Steven R. Weinschenk

Inventor： Steven L. Aylsworth ,  Steven R. Weinschenk

IPC: B27B31/00

CPC classification number: B65G49/00 ,  B27B31/00 ,  B65G59/02 ,  B65G61/00 ,  B65G2201/0282

Abstract: An automated lumber handling system laser-scans the top profile of multiple stacks of lumber, each of which contain boards of a unique size. Based on the scanned profiles, the system determines the order in which individual boards from a chosen stack should be transferred to a numerically controlled saw. The saw cuts the boards to proper size, and in the proper sequence to facilitate orderly assembly of a roof truss or prefabricated wall. In some examples, the system lifts individual boards by driving two retractable screws, or some other piercing tool, down into the upward facing surface of the board. A track mounted cantilever, holding the screws and a laser unit, translates over the lumber stacks to retrieve and deliver individual boards and, while doing so, the laser repeatedly scans the stacked lumber profiles on-the-fly to continuously update the profiles. The open cantilever design facilitates replenishing the stacks of lumber.

Abstract translation: 自动化木材处理系统激光扫描多层木材的顶部轮廓，每个木材堆叠都包含独特尺寸的板材。 基于扫描的轮廓，系统确定从所选择的堆叠中的单个板应转移到数控锯的顺序。 锯将板切割成适当的尺寸，并按适当的顺序，以便有序地组装屋顶桁架或预制墙。 在一些示例中，系统通过将两个可伸缩螺钉或一些其它穿孔工具向下推入板的朝上的表面来提升单独的板。 轨道安装的悬臂，固定螺钉和激光单元，翻转木材堆叠，以检索和传送单独的板，而在这样做的同时，激光器可以即时扫描堆叠的木材轮廓以不断更新轮廓。 开放的悬臂设计有助于补充木材堆叠。

公开(公告)号：US08910774B2

公开(公告)日：2014-12-16

申请号：US13594794

申请日：2012-08-25

Applicant: Hans Hundegger

Inventor： Hans Hundegger

IPC: B65G21/20 ,  B65G15/60 ,  B27C1/12 ,  B23Q7/03 ,  B27B25/04

CPC classification number: B27C1/12 ,  B23Q7/03 ,  B27B25/04 ,  B65G15/60 ,  B65G21/20 ,  B65G2201/0282

Abstract: A woodworking facility with a workpiece support and a belt or chain arrangement for registering the movement of a workpiece that lies on the workpiece support and is transported thereon in order to be processed. The belt or chain arrangement includes a belt or chain that is guided over at least two deflection pulleys and is designed for contacting the workpiece transverse to the moving direction of the belt or the chain by a pressing device assigned to the belt or chain. The pressing device includes several pressing elements that are moved together with the belt or chain in the moving direction thereof.

Abstract translation: 一种具有工件支撑件的木工设备和用于对准位于工件支架上并在其上传送以便处理的工件的运动的带或链条装置。 皮带或链条装置包括被引导至少两个偏转皮带轮的皮带或链条，并被设计成通过分配给皮带或链条的按压装置使工件横向于皮带或链条的运动方向接触。 按压装置包括与带或链沿其移动方向一起移动的多个按压元​​件。

公开(公告)号：US08807326B2

公开(公告)日：2014-08-19

申请号：US13588179

申请日：2012-08-17

Applicant: Josh Krauss ,  Jim Krauss

Inventor： Josh Krauss ,  Jim Krauss

IPC: B65G29/00 ,  B65G47/14 ,  B27B31/00

CPC classification number: B65G47/1478 ,  B27B31/00 ,  B65G2201/0282

Abstract: A singulator and method that separates a single log from a pile of logs and supplies the single log to a conveyor.

Abstract translation: 将单个日志与一堆日志分开并将单个日志提供给传送带的单片机和方法。

公开(公告)号：US08550232B2

公开(公告)日：2013-10-08

申请号：US12702397

申请日：2010-02-09

Applicant: Jim Krauss ,  Josh Krauss

Inventor： Jim Krauss ,  Josh Krauss

IPC: B65G19/30 ,  B65G19/22 ,  B65G19/00

CPC classification number: B27B31/006 ,  B65G17/065 ,  B65G17/10 ,  B65G2201/0282

Abstract: A system for lineally transporting logs, lugs therefore, and an associated method are provided. The system includes first and second tracks connected to a frame to provide continuous track surfaces. Lugs having support surfaces that correspond to the track surfaces are configured to be driven longitudinally along the tracks by a continuous conveyor belt.

Abstract translation: 因此，提供了用于线性输送原木，凸耳的系统以及相关联的方法。 该系统包括连接到框架以提供连续履带表面的第一和第二轨道。 具有对应于轨道表面的支撑表面的凸块被构造成通过连续的输送带沿轨道纵向地驱动。

公开(公告)号：US20130216349A1

公开(公告)日：2013-08-22

申请号：US13838974

申请日：2013-03-15

Applicant: NOVILCO INC.

Inventor： Michel ST-PIERRE ,  Isabelle ST-PIERRE ,  Eric VALLEE

IPC: B65G57/24

CPC classification number: B65G57/24 ,  B65G57/245 ,  B65G2201/0282

Abstract: A board stacking apparatus having one or more movable supports having at least two arms each, a rear stopper and a power assembly operatively connected to the movable support to move the same according to a layer stacking routine. The layer stacking routine includes positioning the movable support at a receiving position, maintaining the movable support in the receiving position while the boards are dispensed thereon, and moving the movable support in a rearward direction. The board stacking apparatus further comprises abutment components located proximate to and slightly below a board dispensing mechanism of the apparatus to support the receiving end of corresponding arms when in the receiving position.

Abstract translation: 一种具有一个或多个可移动支撑件的板堆叠装置，每个可移动支撑件具有至少两个臂，后挡块和可操作地连接到可移动支撑件的动力组件，以根据层堆叠程序使其移动。 层叠堆积程序包括将可移动支撑件定位在接收位置，将可移动支撑件保持在接收位置，同时板被分配在其上，并且使可移动支撑件沿向后的方向移动。 板堆叠装置还包括位于装置的板分配机构附近和稍稍下方的抵靠部件，以在处于接收位置时支撑相应臂的接收端。

公开(公告)号：US08387774B2

公开(公告)日：2013-03-05

申请号：US12169804

申请日：2008-07-09

Applicant: Michel St-Pierre

Inventor： Michel St-Pierre

IPC: B65G47/00 ,  G06F7/00

CPC classification number: B65G47/8823 ,  B65G2201/0282

Abstract: An apparatus for providing spaced boards is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a receiving section, a spacing section and a delivery section. The apparatus is characterized by the presence of overlapping providing means and conveying means, releasable stopping means and vertical pushing means which are operatively connected for releasing one board at a time. Repeated stopping and releasing of boards result in a continuous and regular flow of evenly spaced boards.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于提供间隔板的设备。 该装置包括接收部分，间隔部分和传送部分。 该装置的特征在于存在重叠的提供装置和输送装置，可释放的止动装置和垂直推动装置，其可操作地连接用于一次释放一个板。 板的重复停止和释放导致均匀分布的板的连续且均匀的流动。

公开(公告)号：US08070083B2

公开(公告)日：2011-12-06

申请号：US12293948

申请日：2007-01-18

Applicant: Pekka Kokko

Inventor： Pekka Kokko

IPC: B02C13/00 ,  B02C17/02 ,  B02C23/08

CPC classification number: B65G47/846 ,  B65G47/19 ,  B65G2201/0282

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of processing logs by means of an apparatus comprising a transportation level in the advancing direction (P) of the logs, where they are arranged to be transported in a position perpendicular to their advancing direction (P), and where orifice members going therethrough and extending in the advancing direction (P) of the logs. In the method, at least two support member units spaced from each other are arranged below the transportation level whereby each support member unit comprises at least one elongated support member, which is arranged rotatably parallel to the transportation level and perpendicular to the advancing direction (P) and protruding therefrom, and said axis of rotation each support member unit is adapted so that when rotating, the support members protrude through the orifice members above the transportation level whereby the logs are received in one or more receiving spaces formed between the support members protruding above the transportation level. The invention also relates to an apparatus for implementing said method.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种通过在原木行进方向（P）上包括运输水平的装置来处理原木的方法，它们被布置成在垂直于它们的前进方向（P）的位置被运输;以及 其中孔部件穿过并沿原木的前进方向（P）延伸。 在该方法中，彼此间隔开的至少两个支撑构件单元布置在运输水平的下方，由此每个支撑构件单元包括至少一个细长的支撑构件，其被平行于运输水平并垂直于前进方向（P ）并且从其突出，并且所述旋转轴线每个支撑构件单元适于使得当旋转时，所述支撑构件突出穿过所述孔构件高于所述运输水平面，由此所述原木被容纳在形成在所述支撑构件之间的一个或多个容纳空间中，所述容纳空间突出 高于交通运输水平。 本发明还涉及一种用于实现所述方法的装置。