Abstract: In a hot forming machine in which molding means deform a thermoplastic foil band and cutting and stamping means further process the deformed foil band. A photocell is adapted to scan marking indicia on the foil band and to adjust a lengthwise adjustable connecting member in accordance with such scanning. The connecting member forms part of an advancing arrangement for the transported foil band. This advancing arrangement includes a swing arm pivotally mounted in the machine; a first shaft mounted on the swing arm in proximity of the free end thereof; and an eccentric rigidly secured to the first shaft and pivotally connected to the connecting member which is also pivotally connected to the swing arm.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a cupping machine for producing containers thermoplastic film and comprising a device for placing a tape-like strip in a mold, in the frame of which machine are disposed a holder for a roll of thermoplastic film, means for moving this film, a heating device and a shaping apparatus which comprises at least one row of molds, which are displaceable at right angles to the plane of the film, extend over the entire width of the film, and, after the film has been heated, are pressed towards a male half having first-stage shaping mandrels and disposed on the other side of the film, the containers being finally formed by means of a pressure media and, at the same time, the tape-like strips, brought into the molds, being sealed onto the container, in which machine there are provided devices for introducing the tape-like strip directly into the molds.

Abstract: An improved apparatus for producing optionally empty or filled containers wherein the support structure comprises a closed housing having a cubic end section and an elongated L-shaped section in flush relationship therewith. Various elements for producing the containers are disposed in C-shaped housings mounted for displacement along rails on the L-shaped section.