Patents Examined by Rihaldi I. Rada
  • Rotary scoring apparatus having retractable scoring blade
    Patent number: 6026727
    Abstract: An improved scoring apparatus of the type used in box making operations for the purpose of creating strategically located scores and cuts in box blanks that define the folding lines and tabs of the finished boxes. The scoring apparatus includes a selectively retractable scoring blade that can be pivoted between an extended position and a retracted position during operation of the scoring apparatus for permitting scoring and cutting along any position of the box blanks.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 1997
    Date of Patent: February 22, 2000
    Assignee: Lawrence Paper Company
    Inventor: William R. Meeks