Patents Examined by R. Pous
  • Tray loading apparatus
    Patent number: 3968818
    Abstract: Apparatus for loading trays with a single layer of prunes or other articles including a series of conveyors for moving the trays in sequence under a feed mechanism, the conveyor under such feed mechanism being vibrated so that the prunes are spread evenly in a compact layer on the tray on such vibrating conveyor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 1, 1971
    Date of Patent: July 13, 1976
    Assignee: Sunsweet Growers, Inc.
    Inventor: Alfred W. Gerrans