Abstract: The invention provides an apparatus for supplying in at least one substantially continuous row onto a first conveyor belt products, particularly beaker-shaped articles open at the top such as metal cans, whereof at least the outer surface of the body is provided with a still wet lacquer layer, and transferring these products onto a second conveyor belt extending transversely of the first conveyor belt, which apparatus includes a pick-up device for picking up products in successive groups from the first conveyor belt, displacing the products parallel to themselves and depositing these groups of products in rows extending transversely of the direction of the second conveyor belt, which pick-up device is equipped for gripping the products from the top, wherein the speed of the pick-up device relative to the first and second conveyor belts is substantially zero during respectively picking up and depositing of the products.

Abstract: The invention relates to an apparatus for forming a buffer store of articles, including stackable or restable articles such as cups, plate-or disc-shaped objects, or covers. The apparatus includes supply means for feeding the articles, at least one storage tube for receiving the articles, and discharge means for discharging the articles. The bottom end of the storage tube is selectively connectable to the supply means and the discharge means. Preferably, the storage tube is supported by a pivotable suspension so that it can be swung between a first position proximate to the supply means and a second position proximate to the discharge means.