公开(公告)号：USD804137S1

公开(公告)日：2017-11-28

申请号：US29555602

申请日：2016-02-23

Applicant: SPAN TECH LLC

Designer： Stephen C. Fye ,  James L. Layne ,  Scott D. Barbour

公开(公告)号：US09290331B2

公开(公告)日：2016-03-22

申请号：US14298343

申请日：2014-06-06

Applicant: SPAN TECH LLC

Inventor： Stephen C. Fye

IPC: B65G47/10 ,  B65G47/46 ,  B65G47/52

CPC classification number: B65G47/52 ,  B65G17/005 ,  B65G47/844

Abstract: A diverter is for intended use in connection with a diverter conveyor for diverting articles moving in a conveying direction from a primary path of travel to one of three different optional paths of downstream travel. The diverter includes a plurality of guides, each mounted for relative movement thereto from a first position to a second position. Depending on the position, the diverter is caused to follow one of the several downstream paths of travel. Related aspects include a conveyor incorporating the diverter and methods of use and manufacture.

Abstract translation: 分流器用于与用于将沿传送方向移动的物品从主要行进路径转移到三个不同的可选择的下游行驶路径之一的转向输送机。 分流器包括多个引导件，每个引导件安装成用于从第一位置到第二位置相对于其移动。 根据位置，分流器被引导以跟随几个下游行程路径之一。 相关方面包括一个包含转向器的输送机以及使用和制造方法。

公开(公告)号：US07690496B1

公开(公告)日：2010-04-06

申请号：US12024285

申请日：2008-02-01

Applicant: Stephen C. Fye ,  Lewis W. Ward ,  B. Keith Thomas ,  Ashok R. Anumula

Inventor： Stephen C. Fye ,  Lewis W. Ward ,  B. Keith Thomas ,  Ashok R. Anumula

IPC: B65G47/46

CPC classification number: B65G17/005

Abstract: A diverter is for intended use in connection with a diverter conveyor for diverting articles moving in a conveying direction from a first path of travel to a second path of travel. The diverter includes a guide mounted for relative movement thereto from a first position adjacent one side of the diverter corresponding to the first path of travel to a second position adjacent another side of the diverter corresponding to the second path of travel. A magnetic coupling is formed between the diverter and the guide for maintaining the guide in either the first position or the second position. A selector may be provided as part of a switch for switching the guide between the first and second positions. Related aspects include a conveyor incorporating the diverter and methods of use and manufacture.

Abstract translation: 转向器用于与转向输送机相关的用途，用于将沿传送方向移动的物品从第一行进路径转移到第二行进路径。 分流器包括一个引导件，其安装成用于相对于从第一位置相对移动的引导件，该第一位置相邻于第一移动路径的转向器的一侧到与第二移动路径相邻的转向器的另一侧的第二位置。 在转向器和引导件之间形成磁性联接器，用于将引导件保持在第一位置或第二位置。 可以提供选择器作为用于在第一和第二位置之间切换引导件的开关的一部分。 相关方面包括一个包含转向器的输送机以及使用和制造方法。

公开(公告)号：US07559422B2

公开(公告)日：2009-07-14

申请号：US11839284

申请日：2007-08-15

Applicant: James L. Layne ,  Otto Jorgen Draebel ,  Mark T. Johnson ,  Michael D. McDaniel

Inventor： James L. Layne ,  Otto Jorgen Draebel ,  Mark T. Johnson ,  Michael D. McDaniel

IPC: B65G17/06

CPC classification number: B65G17/40 ,  B65G17/08

Abstract: A modular link or link section for use in forming a rodless conveyor belt or a section thereof is provided. In one embodiment, the link section is unitary and includes a plurality of laterally-repeating link-shaped portions, each including an apex portion and a pair of leg portions. Each apex portion includes a receiver for receiving an integral first connector extending between the leg portions of a next-adjacent link or link section, preferably in snap-fit engagement, such that relative pivoting movement is established. A second integral connector may be provided between the leg portion of each adjacent apex portion to create an engagement surface for a tooth of a drive or idler sprocket. The underside surface of each link section may also be specially contoured or curved to facilitate smooth passage over a guide structure, such as a small diameter, cylindrical nosebar or the like.

Abstract translation: 提供了用于形成无杆传送带或其部分的模块化连接或连接部分。 在一个实施例中，连接部分是整体的并且包括多个横向重复的链状部分，每个部分包括顶部和一对腿部。 每个顶点部分包括接收器，用于接收在下一相邻连杆或连杆部分的腿部之间延伸的整体式第一连接件，优选地卡扣配合，从而建立相对枢转运动。 可以在每个相邻顶点部分的腿部之间设置第二整体连接器，以形成用于驱动器或惰轮链轮的齿的接合表面。 每个连接部分的下表面也可以是特殊的轮廓或弯曲的，以便于在诸如小直径，圆柱形鼻杆等之类的引导结构上的平滑通过。

公开(公告)号：US07108126B2

公开(公告)日：2006-09-19

申请号：US10732141

申请日：2003-12-10

Applicant: James L. Layne ,  Michael D. McDaniel

Inventor： James L. Layne ,  Michael D. McDaniel

IPC: B65G17/06

CPC classification number: B65G17/063 ,  B65G17/086 ,  B65G2201/0202

Abstract: An improved conveyor chain formed from a plurality of modular links arranged in rows and each associated with at least two elongated transverse connectors is disclosed. In one embodiment, the connectors define a substantially open, planar conveying surface intermediate of the links in each row. Each link in a first row includes apertures for receiving a first of the connectors extending through a slot in the links of an adjacent row, as well as a receiver having a closed end and an open end for receiving one end of a second one of the connectors. The chain with the connectors associated with each row is thus capable of side-flexing to negotiate curves or bends, as well as longitudinal compression/expansion, while at all times providing full and even article support.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种改进的输送链，其由排列成行并且与至少两个细长横向连接器相关联的多个模块化连接件形成。 在一个实施例中，连接器限定了每行中的链节中间的基本上开口的平面输送表面。 第一行中的每个连杆包括用于接收延伸穿过相邻行的连杆中的狭槽的第一连接器的孔，以及具有封闭端和接收器的接收器，该接收器具有封闭端和用于接收第二行中的第二个的一端的接收器 连接器 因此，具有与每排相关联的连接器的链条能够侧向弯曲以协商曲线或弯曲以及纵向压缩/扩展，同时始终提供完整的和甚至物品的支撑。

公开(公告)号：USD528259S1

公开(公告)日：2006-09-12

申请号：US29212099

申请日：2004-08-26

Applicant: James L. Layne ,  Otto Jorgen Draebel ,  Mark T. Johnson ,  Michael D. McDaniel

Designer： James L. Layne ,  Otto Jorgen Draebel ,  Mark T. Johnson ,  Michael D. McDaniel

公开(公告)号：US06959803B1

公开(公告)日：2005-11-01

申请号：US10731954

申请日：2003-12-10

Applicant: James L. Layne ,  Michael D. McDaniel ,  B. Keith Thomas ,  Stephen C. Fye

Inventor： James L. Layne ,  Michael D. McDaniel ,  B. Keith Thomas ,  Stephen C. Fye

IPC: B65G17/08 ,  B65G23/44 ,  B65G37/00 ,  B65G47/52

CPC classification number: B65G47/52 ,  B65G17/08 ,  B65G23/44 ,  B65G2201/02

Abstract: A conveyor for possible use in transferring articles between two adjacent conveyors is disclosed. In one embodiment, the conveyor includes a pair of idler structures and a drive structure for collectively guiding and moving a conveyor belt or chain relative to a bed. At least one of the drive structure or idler structures is mounted or positioned so at to be capable of moving relative to the belt or chain to provide tensioning therefor. In another embodiment, a bed assembly including the chain or belt, the drive structure, and the idler structure is also substantially fully releasable from a corresponding base for servicing or clearing a jam.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于在两个相邻输送机之间输送物品的输送机。 在一个实施例中，输送机包括一对惰轮结构和用于相对于床共同引导和移动输送带或链条的驱动结构。 驱动结构或惰轮结构中的至少一个安装或定位成能够相对于带或链条移动以提供张紧。 在另一个实施例中，包括链条或皮带，驱动结构和惰轮结构的床组件也基本上完全可从相应的底座释放，用于维修或清除堵塞。

公开(公告)号：USD505764S1

公开(公告)日：2005-05-31

申请号：US29177464

申请日：2003-03-11

Applicant: Michael D. McDaniel ,  Wendell S. Bell ,  Stephen C. Fye

Designer： Michael D. McDaniel ,  Wendell S. Bell ,  Stephen C. Fye

公开(公告)号：US6000529A

公开(公告)日：1999-12-14

申请号：US982557

申请日：1997-12-02

Applicant: James L. Layne ,  Melissa L. Craft

Inventor： James L. Layne ,  Melissa L. Craft

IPC: B65G21/00 ,  B65G45/26 ,  B65G45/00

CPC classification number: B65G45/00 ,  B65G21/00

Abstract: An underguard assembly is provided for use with a modular conveyor of a conveyor system. The underguard is formed of a flexible web that hangs beneath the conveyor to catch debris falling from the sides of or through the conveying surface. To support the web, a stiffener rod is placed in an elongate pocket formed along each longitudinal edge. Opposed support assemblies spaced along the sides of the conveyor frame hold the enlarged pocket formed by the stiffener rod. An adjustment means is provided on each support assembly that allows the web to be easily attached and detached from the conveyor frame. Further, the support assemblies adjacent the end of the conveyor are modified to support the web beyond the end of the conveyor. This allows the web of a first modular conveyor to overlap with the web at the start of an adjacent modular conveyor, thereby providing a substantially seamless underguard function for a conveyor system.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于与输送机系统的模块化输送机一起使用的保护装置。 护栏由柔性网形成，悬挂在输送机下面，以捕捉从输送表面侧面或通过输送表面落下的碎屑。 为了支撑腹板，加强杆被放置在沿着每个纵向边缘形成的细长凹口中。 沿着输送机框架的侧面间隔的相对的支撑组件保持由加强杆形成的扩大的凹槽。 在每个支撑组件上设置有一个调节装置，该调节装置允许纸幅容易地从输送机框架上拆下。 此外，邻近输送机端部的支撑组件被修改以支撑幅材超出输送机的端部。 这允许第一模块式输送机的腹板在相邻的模块式输送机的开始处与腹板重叠，从而为输送机系统提供基本上无缝的保护功能。

公开(公告)号：US20250033891A1

公开(公告)日：2025-01-30

申请号：US18710919

申请日：2022-11-16

Applicant: SPAN TECH LLC

Inventor： Stephen C. Fye ,  Aaron Cotton ,  James L. Layne

IPC: B65G21/20

Abstract: A system includes a conveyor and a cable adapted to travel along an endless path to extend or retract a first adjustable guiderail for guiding one or more articles when being conveyed along the conveyor. A cable actuator adapted to move the cable along an endless path. The cable actuator may include a capstan adapted to receive at least a portion of the cable and rotate to cause the cable to move along the endless path, a tensioner adapted to tension the cable, or both the capstan and the tensioner. First and second adjustable guiderails may also be provided, along with a controller for controlling associated cable actuators. The controller may include a plurality of preset conditions, each corresponding to a width of an article to be conveyed or to a width of the conveying path between the first adjustable guiderail and the second adjustable guiderail.