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：US06481567B2

公开(公告)日：2002-11-19

申请号：US09755672

申请日：2001-01-06

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

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

IPC: B65G2300

CPC classification number: B65G23/10

Abstract: An intermediate drive for a conveyor system is disclosed. The drive includes at least one, and preferably a plurality of spaced parallel drive sprockets gang mounted on a common drive shaft. In the preferred embodiment, each sprocket engages a separate conveyor belt to drive it in the same direction in an endless path along a conveyor guide rail. Each guide rail includes a recessed portion that preferably matches the contour of the corresponding sprocket. By juxtaposing each sprocket in the recessed portion, engagement between each drive sprocket and the corresponding modular link belt is made. The drive may also be used along a curved section of the conveyor system, in which case the drive sprockets have different diameters for driving the belts at different speeds, and the contour of the recessed portions correspond to the adjacent drive sprocket.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于输送机系统的中间驱动装置。 该驱动器包括安装在公共驱动轴上的至少一个，优选地多个间隔开的平行的驱动链轮。 在优选实施例中，每个链轮接合单独的传送带，以沿着输送机导轨在环形路径中沿相同的方向驱动它。 每个导轨包括优选地匹配相应链轮的轮廓的凹入部分。 通过将凹槽中的每个链轮并置，形成每个驱动链轮与相应的模块化连接带之间的接合。 驱动器也可以沿着传送系统的弯曲部分使用，在这种情况下，驱动链轮具有不同的直径，用于以不同的速度驱动皮带，并且凹部的轮廓对应于相邻的驱动链轮。

公开(公告)号：US5462369A

公开(公告)日：1995-10-31

申请号：US336598

申请日：1994-11-09

Applicant: James L. Layne ,  Mark T. Johnson

Inventor： James L. Layne ,  Mark T. Johnson

IPC: F16C35/063 ,  F16C43/00 ,  F16B21/18

CPC classification number: F16C35/063 ,  F16C19/06 ,  F16C33/586 ,  F16C33/64 ,  Y10S384/903 ,  Y10T403/602 ,  Y10T403/7098 ,  Y10T403/76

Abstract: A locking mechanism for attaching the inner race of a bearing assembly to a shaft is provided. A locating shoulder and an annular groove of constant depth are positioned on opposite sides of the bearing assembly when mounted on the shaft. An eccentric split ring is placed in the groove and is bodily positioned in a recess formed diametrically across the inner race. One of two opposed stops on opposite sides of the recess engages and cams against an enlarged portion of the ring upon initial relative rotation between the inner race and the shaft. The recess is formed by milling a gap across the end of the inner race.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于将轴承组件的内圈安装到轴上的锁定机构。 当安装在轴上时，定位肩和恒定深度的环形槽定位在轴承组件的相对侧上。 偏心的开口环放置在凹槽中，并且身体定位在径向横跨内圈形成的凹槽中。 在凹部的相对侧上的两个相对的止挡件中的一个在内圈和轴之间初始相对旋转时接合并凸轮抵靠环的扩大部分。 通过在内圈的端部铣削间隙来形成凹部。

公开(公告)号：US07441649B2

公开(公告)日：2008-10-28

申请号：US11472027

申请日：2006-06-21

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 together create a substantially open, planar support 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，连接器一起在每排中的链路中间形成基本上开放的平面支撑表面。 第一排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，该接收器具有用于接收第二个 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：US07314132B2

公开(公告)日：2008-01-01

申请号：US10505943

申请日：2003-02-26

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 unitary modular link or link section for use in forming a rodless conveyor belt or a section thereof is provided. The link section 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 maybe 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.

Abstract translation: 提供了用于形成无杆传送带或其部分的单一模块化连接或连接部分。 连杆部分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。 第二整体连接器可以设置在每个相邻的顶部部分的腿部之间，以形成用于驱动器或惰轮链轮的齿的接合表面。 每个连杆部分的下表面也可以是特殊的轮廓或弯曲的，以便于在导向结构上顺利通过。

公开(公告)号：US06253911B1

公开(公告)日：2001-07-03

申请号：US09639649

申请日：2000-08-16

Applicant: James L. Layne ,  Wendell S. Bell ,  Michael D. McDaniel ,  Mark T. Johnson

Inventor： James L. Layne ,  Wendell S. Bell ,  Michael D. McDaniel ,  Mark T. Johnson

IPC: B65G1706

CPC classification number: B65G21/22 ,  B65G17/086 ,  B65G2201/02

Abstract: A modular conveyor system having an improved side flexing conveyor belt and improved active guide rail is provided. One or more roller assemblies replace the passive inside or outside guide rails in a curved section of the conveyor system for reducing the drag force on the conveyor belt as it negotiates the curve. Pairs of articulated members interconnect roller assemblies and allow the relative angular position of each to be selectively adjusted. The improved side flexing conveyor belt includes side links having a curved skirt which bridges the gap between the side links, thereby providing a continuous bearing surface for smooth operation. The skirts of adjacent links engage each other in edge-to-edge contact to prevent the tendency to sag, as well as assisting the conveyor belt in ramping up and down and the retention of the conveyor belt along a return run.

Abstract translation: 提供了具有改进的侧面弯曲输送带和改进的主动导轨的模块化输送机系统。 一个或多个滚筒组件在输送机系统的弯曲部分中替代被动的内部或外部导轨，以便在协调曲线时减小输送带上的阻力。 对的铰接构件互连辊组件，并允许每个的相对角位置被选择性地调节。 改进的侧面弯曲传送带包括具有弯曲的裙部的侧连杆，该弯曲裙部桥接侧链之间的间隙，从而提供连续的支承表面，用于平稳操作。 相邻链节的裙边彼此边缘到边缘接触，以防止下垂的倾向，以及帮助传送带上下移动，并沿输送带保持沿回程。

公开(公告)号：US6129202A

公开(公告)日：2000-10-10

申请号：US25467

申请日：1998-02-18

Applicant: James L. Layne ,  Wendell S. Bell ,  Michael D. McDaniel ,  Mark T. Johnson

Inventor： James L. Layne ,  Wendell S. Bell ,  Michael D. McDaniel ,  Mark T. Johnson

IPC: B65G21/20 ,  B65G17/08 ,  B65G21/22 ,  B65G15/02 ,  B65G21/16

CPC classification number: B65G21/22 ,  B65G17/086 ,  B65G2201/02

Abstract: A modular conveyor system having an improved side flexing conveyor belt and improved active guide rail is provided. One or more roller assemblies replace the passive inside or outside guide rails in a curved section of the conveyor system for reducing the drag force on the conveyor belt as it negotiates the curve. Pairs of articulated members interconnect roller assemblies and allow the relative angular position of each to be selectively adjusted. The improved side flexing conveyor belt includes side links having a curved skirt which bridges the gap between the side links, thereby providing a continuous bearing surface for smooth operation. The skirts of adjacent links engage each other in edge-to-edge contact to prevent the tendency to sag, as well as assisting the conveyor belt in ramping up and down and the retention of the conveyor belt along a return run.

公开(公告)号：US6125995A

公开(公告)日：2000-10-03

申请号：US131587

申请日：1998-08-10

Applicant: James L. Layne ,  Wendell S. Bell ,  Michael D. McDaniel ,  Mark T. Johnson

Inventor： James L. Layne ,  Wendell S. Bell ,  Michael D. McDaniel ,  Mark T. Johnson

IPC: B65G15/02 ,  B65G21/16 ,  B65G39/16 ,  B65G13/02

CPC classification number: B65G15/02 ,  B65G2201/02

Abstract: An external guide assembly for reducing the frictional drag force acting on a side-flexing modular link conveyor belt, particularly along curves or bends in the conveyor system. The guide assembly is formed from one or more roller assemblies, each having first and second rollers that provide external bearing surfaces for the forward and return runs of the belt. The rollers prevent the belt from drifting to the inside of the curve, and thus serve to reduce the frictional drag force between the belt and the guide rail on the outside of the curve. To form the guide assembly, pairs of articulated members interconnect the roller assemblies and allow the relative angular position of each to be selectively adjusted for mounting along any curve. The rollers may optionally include a peripheral lip which provides additional support for the guide links of the belt.

Abstract translation: 外部引导组件，用于减小作用在侧面弯曲模块化连杆输送带上的摩擦阻力，特别是沿着输送机系统中的曲线或弯曲。 引导组件由一个或多个辊组件形成，每个辊组件具有第一和第二辊，其提供用于带的向前和向后运行的外部轴承表面。 辊子防止皮带漂移到曲线内部，从而减小皮带与曲线外侧的导轨之间的摩擦阻力。 为了形成引导组件，成对的铰接构件互连辊组件，并且允许每个的相对角位置被选择性地调节以沿任何曲线安装。 辊可以可选地包括外围唇缘，其为带的引导连杆提供额外的支撑。

公开(公告)号：US5911305A

公开(公告)日：1999-06-15

申请号：US754342

申请日：1996-11-22

Applicant: James L. Layne

Inventor： James L. Layne

IPC: B65G17/08 ,  B65G23/20 ,  B65G23/00 ,  B65G17/06 ,  B65G23/24

CPC classification number: B65G17/086 ,  B65G23/20 ,  B65G2201/02

Abstract: A conveyor system is provided including a modular link conveyor belt forming an endless loop and requiring no inverted return run. The conveyor belt is comprised of a plurality of modular links with at least one of the modular links having an angled cleat depending downwardly therefrom. A screw driving means is provided for engaging the angled cleat(s). Specifically, the screw driving means includes a screw having a thread wherein the thread advantageously engages the angled cleat(s) for providing a positive driving force to the conveyor belt.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种输送机系统，其包括形成无限循环并且不需要反向回流运行的模块化连杆输送带。 输送带包括多个模块化连接件，其中至少一个模块化连接件具有从其向下垂下的成角度的防滑板。 提供螺钉驱动装置用于接合成角度的夹板。 具体地，螺杆驱动装置包括具有螺纹的螺钉，其中螺纹有利地接合成角度的夹板，以向传送带提供正的驱动力。

公开(公告)号：US5119926A

公开(公告)日：1992-06-09

申请号：US678109

申请日：1991-04-01

Applicant: Jorgen Draebel ,  James L. Layne

Inventor： Jorgen Draebel ,  James L. Layne

IPC: B65G17/08 ,  B65G21/22

CPC classification number: B65G21/22 ,  B65G17/086 ,  B65G2201/02

Abstract: A product retaining/support frame assembly is provided for a conveyor system utilizing a conveyor belt formed from a plurality of modular links mounted by a plurality of transverse cross rods that retain the links together. The modular links include side link portions that are adapted to engage conveyor guide rails integral with the support frame assembly. The frame assembly further includes side rails attached to side rail brackets. These are provided adjacent the peripheral edges of the conveyor belt to maintain the transported product on the conveyor belt. The side rail brackets include a horizontally extending leg passing through a cross bar that supports the attached guide rails. The bore of the cross bar has grooved side surfaces to mate with ridged surfaces included on the horizontal leg of the side rail brackets. Support brackets provided at strategic positions assist in supporting the weight of the entire conveyor system.

Abstract translation: 提供产品保持/支撑框架组件用于输送机系统，其利用由多个横向横杆安装的多个模块化连接件形成的传送带，所述多个横向横杆将所述连接件保持在一起。 模块化连杆包括侧连杆部分，其适于接合与支撑框架组件成一体的输送机导轨。 框架组件还包括附接到侧轨托架的侧轨。 这些被设置在传送带的周缘附近，以将传送的产品保持在传送带上。 侧轨托架包括通过支撑附接的导轨的横杆的水平延伸的腿。 横杆的孔具有带槽的侧表面以与侧轨托架的水平腿上包括的脊状表面配合。 在战略位置提供的支撑支架有助于支撑整个输送机系统的重量。