Abstract: A machine and method for loading irregularly shaped articles into cartons. The packages are collected from an input conveyor into partial carton loads which are combined into a complete carton load which is moved into an inverted opened carton which is then turned over and moved to further machinery for flap closing and sealing.
Abstract: A stamp and legend applicating machine including a stamp-applying wheel having a groove in its circumferential surface in which a printer member is mounted adjacent the stamp dispensing slot of the wheel to apply any desired legend upon the envelope immediately adjacent the applied stamps.
Abstract: A case opening machine for automatically opening knocked-down cases of varying size utilizing rotary devices carried on movable frames to transport the unopened case, to open the case and to eject the opened case from the machine.