Abstract: Described herein is a pre-perforated, pre-applied adhesive strip with peel and stick properties wrapping paper system. The system or device includes pre-cut edges, peel and stick borders, and pre-measured box sized grids on the side opposite the exterior or decorative side of the gift wrapper to be seen by a gift receiver. Paper may be dispense in rolls or as individual folded sheets in a box.

Abstract: Described is a method for making a wrapping including the steps of providing a first paper layer; at least partly overlapping a second isothermal paper layer over said first layer; applying on said second layer a first and a second traction force acting in opposite verses of a same direction; heat-sealing said second and first layers defining said wrapping.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a container comprising fibers, wherein the container further comprises a coating that is biodegradable. The disclosure further relates to a method for coating a container comprising fibers for producing the container.

Abstract: A construct for providing divider features in the interior of a tray includes a plurality of panels including at least one central panel, at least one bottom panel foldably connected to the at least one central panel, and at least one divider panel foldably connected to the at least one bottom panel, and divider features including at least one divider wall extending upwardly from the at least one bottom panel and including the at least one divider panel.

Abstract: A multi-functional catering container is provided, including a loading body, a first storage unit, and a second storage unit. The loading body is a plate structure, a placement hole is provided on the loading body, and the placement hole is used to load a container. The first storage unit is disposed to extend from one side of the loading body, a bottom of the first storage unit is provided with a first bottom plane, a top of the first storage unit is provided with a first opening, and the first storage unit is used to accommodate food. The second storage unit is disposed to extend from another side of the loading body and opposite to the first storage unit, a bottom of the second storage unit is provided with a second bottom plane, and a top of the second storage unit is provided with a second opening.

Abstract: An eyewear case and packaging system is disclosed which includes an improved hang tab which permits the system to by displayed in a number of orientations and is easily removable in a tool-less manner to permit the packaging to be converted into a case. The improved hang tab includes at least one fastener which is dimensioned to be inserted through any one of a plurality of apertures in the case. The fastener is secured to the case via the interior by a retention member.

Abstract: A food storage assembly is provided. The food storage assembly includes a container including a base and an opening defining a rim, wherein a side wall is circumferentially disposed between the base and the rim. The food storage assembly further includes an insert having a base, wherein the insert includes two or more side portions connected to the base and extending radially therefrom, wherein the two or more side portions are flexible and are folded to form a side wall conforming to a shape of the side wall of the container when the insert is positioned inside the container.

Abstract: A convenient container structure, which at least comprises a container body and a sealing film. The container body has at least one a containing space for placing food, at least one opening configured according to the containing space, and a sealing edge formed by extending the opening edge outward horizontally. The sealing film has an adhesive layer configured above the opening to cover the containing space, a first adhesive layer configured on the bottom face of the right-side edge of the adhesive layer to be attached to the sealing edge, and a second adhesive layer configured on the bottom face of the left-side edge of the adhesive layer to be attached to the sealing edge.

Abstract: A molded packing material and a method of making the molded packing material. The molded packing material includes a plurality of molded fiber cushioning elements. The molded packing may also include a matrix comprising cellulosic fibers bonding the plurality of molded fiber cushioning elements to each other. The plurality of molded fiber cushioning elements and matrix form a mass that has been molded into a shape having exterior surfaces and an interior with some of the plurality of molded fiber cushioning elements being on the exterior surfaces of the mass and the remainder of the plurality of molded fiber cushioning elements being in the interior of the mass. The molded packing material may also include a fiber shell having a cavity formed therein with the plurality of molded fiber cushioning elements located in the cavity.

Abstract: A rehydration device configured to be placed in a storage box is described. The rehydration device includes a first part and a second part. The first part and the second part may be connected via a hinge at a first portion about which the first part and the second part rotate. The first part and the second part may hold a piece of woven hemp fabric. The piece of woven hemp fabric may be configured to maintain a predetermined humidity level in the storage device. The rehydration device further includes a locking mechanism located along a periphery of the first part and the second part, to removably couple the first part and the second part in a closed position. The rehydration device further includes one or more openings to allow water vapors from the hemp fabric to flow out of the rehydration device.

Abstract: A detergent supply form includes an outer packaging in the form of a folding box having a bottom surface, a top surface and side walls connecting the bottom surface and the top surface, and cuboid detergent shaped bodies having a lower face, an upper face and a lateral face connecting the lower face and the upper face. The outer packaging contains at least two detergent shaped bodies, which are in a sorted arrangement in the outer packaging. The outer packaging has a filling degree of 85 vol. % to 99 vol. %.

Abstract: Disclosed is a stand-up microwavable bag for cooking fresh produce. The bag includes a self-saucing mechanism that automatically deposits flavour sauces onto the produce during microwaving. A steam pressure release valve is provided to balance internal steam pressure during microwaving to prevent bag explosion. The bag is also designed to extend the shelf life of produce (whole or pre-cut) to reduce food waste.

Abstract: A temperature control device for a container includes a base, a projection extending from the base and temperature control substance contained within an inner chamber of the projection. The base has a bottom wall, at least one side wall, and a top wall from which the projection extends. The projection includes a side wall, a bottom wall and a top wall which together define an inner chamber in which the temperature control substance is located. Preferably, the temperature control substance is one of a phase changing material or an activated carbon. The device is configured to connect with a bottom wall opening of a container to provide temperature control to the contents located within the container.

Abstract: In one aspect, a reconfigurable apparatus includes a first configuration, where the first configuration of the reconfigurable apparatus serves as a packaging box for a backpack. Specifically, the backpack may be folded and inserted inside the reconfigurable apparatus with the first configuration. The reconfigurable apparatus also includes a second configuration, where the second configuration of the reconfigurable apparatus serves as a structure for the backpack. Specifically, the reconfigurable apparatus with the second configuration can be inserted inside the backpack to provide an internal structure for the backpack.

Abstract: An insulated box assembly includes an insulated box, the insulated box including a box, the box including a bottom panel and a side panel, the side panel attached to the bottom panel, the box defining a box cavity; and an insulated panel attached to the side panel, the insulated panel including an insulation batt and a sheet, the insulation batt enclosed between the side panel and the sheet; and an insulated cavity panel, the insulated cavity panel disposed within the box cavity, the insulated cavity panel including a cavity sheet and a cavity insulation batt, the cavity sheet encapsulating the cavity insulation batt.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is dispenser applicator packaging. A package includes a tubular structure, a barrier layer fused to an inner surface of the tubular structure, a ratcheting mechanism fused to the barrier layer, an elevator mechanism placed at one end of the tubular structure, an elevator seal fused to the elevator mechanism, and an access seal fused to a useable material at a remaining end of the tubular structure.

Abstract: Herein is disclosed an apparatus and method for delivering a fluid to an individual in such a manner that sloshing of the fluid is substantially suppressed, even when the fluid has been only partially consumed. The apparatus includes a reservoir for containing the fluid and a valve in fluid communication with the reservoir. A biasing mechanism exerts a force upon the reservoir, causing it to contract and force fluid through the valve, when the valve is opened. The biasing mechanism and reservoir are housed within a body, according to some embodiments.

Abstract: A packaging bag according to one example includes: a bag body configured to store a plurality of folded patches; an opening formed in the bag body; and a flap label configured to cover the opening such that the opening is capable of being opened and closed. The opening is formed such that Lp/La is 1.5 to 2.5 and Lq/Lb is 1.8 to 2.8, where La denotes a first length of the opening along a first direction, Lp denotes a first length of the folded patch along the first direction, Lb denotes a second length of the opening along a second direction orthogonal to the first direction, the second length being shorter than the first length, and Lq denotes a second length of the folded patch along the second direction.

Abstract: A washing agent presentation form includes a cardboard outer packaging having a bottom surface, a top surface, and side walls located between the bottom surface and the top surface, and cuboidal washing agent shaped bodies. The outer packaging has a fill level of from 85 vol. % to 99 vol. % and at least one of the side walls of the outer packaging has a cavity with a volume that is at least 10 vol. % of the volume of the side wall.

Abstract: A detergent supply form includes an outer packaging made of cardboard in the form of a single-piece folding box having a bottom surface and four side surfaces hinged to the bottom surface, a top surface and at least three side surfaces hinged to the top surface, and cuboid detergent shaped bodies. The outer packaging has a fill-level of 85 vol % to 99 vol %, and in the closed state, the side surfaces of the outer packaging hinged to the top surface overlap with the side surfaces hinged to the bottom surface of the outer packaging.

Abstract: A detergent presentation pack includes outer packaging in the form of a folding box, having a base surface, a cover surface and side walls connecting the base surface and the cover surface, and cuboidal detergent tablets with three different edge lengths and three 2-fold axes of rotation. The degree of filling of the outer packaging is from 85% by volume to 99% by volume, and the outer packaging contains at least two detergent tablets, which are arranged in the outer packaging such that the axes of rotation of the detergent tablets along which the latter have the lowest level of tablet hardness run parallel to the base surface of the outer packaging.

Abstract: A planter packaging arrangement is disclosed that comprises a packaging element and at least one planter mounter therein. The packaging element includes a bottom surface, a top surface and two pairs of opposing side walls collectively defining a generally enclosed space. A first opening is defined through the top surface and aligned with a second opening defined through the bottom surface of the packaging element. The at least one planter is mounted within the packaging element, with an open top end disposed within the enclosed space of the packaging element. The second opening is aligned with the open top end such that an interior of the planter is accessible through the second opening of the bottom surface of the packaging element. A portion of the body portion extends through the first opening of the top surface of the packaging element such that the bottom surface is disposed above the top surface.

Abstract: The present invention provides a system (1) to prevent the formation of fuel vapors comprising a containment tank (10) and a variable volume tank (12) accommodatable within the containment tank (10), wherein the variable volume tank (12) is configured to receive liquid fuel. Our invention can be used in any tanks or reservoirs of liquid products that attack the ozone layer, preventing the formation of vapors that are extremely harmful to nature and the environment.

Abstract: Provided are a carrying robot, a carrying control method, a control device and a warehouse system. The carrying robot is applicable to a carrying scenario where boxes with at least two specifications are placed on a shelf and includes a cargo carrying apparatus. The cargo carrying apparatus includes a bottom pallet, a spacing adjustment mechanism and a first fork arm and a second fork arm which are disposed opposite to each other. The first fork arm and the second fork arm are disposed on two opposite sides of the bottom pallet, respectively. The carrying control method includes: controlling the spacing adjustment mechanism to adjust spacing between the first fork arm and the second fork arm; and controlling the cargo carrying apparatus to work and carry the box to be carried to the bottom pallet.

Abstract: A holder includes a holder body, a holding part supported in a manner movable in a first direction relative to the holder body, and a holding part driver that drives the holding part. The holding part includes a supported portion supported by the holder body, a base extending downward from the supported portion, and an extension extending from the base in the first direction. The extension includes, on an upper surface of the extension, a mount area on which the lower surface of the handle is placeable. The extension includes a protrusion located opposite to the base across the mount area in the first direction. The protrusion protrudes upward from the mount area.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a system for storing and organizing materials comprising: at least a first tier, which comprises a plurality of storage places arranged in rows in two horizontal directions, perpendicular to each other, and serving to accommodate boxes; a plurality of boxes accommodated individually in these storage places, above the first tier at least partially an assembly area is provided; the assembly area comprises a first transport network, with a plurality of first rail tracks oriented horizontally along the first direction, adapted to accommodate mobile actuating devices along them for their transportation, a plurality of second rail tracks oriented horizontally along the second direction, the second rail tracks are arranged at least within or below the first tier and are adapted to accommodate mobile transporting devices within or below the first tier along the second rail tracks for their transportation.

Abstract: The embodiments of the present application provide a method, apparatus, and device for adjusting a material handling apparatus of a robot. The method includes: acquiring a first detection image through an image acquisition apparatus when the robot moves to a target ground identifier corresponding to a target storage location; determining a pose position relationship between the target storage location and the image acquisition apparatus based on preset key points in the first detection image; and adjusting the material handling apparatus of the robot to be aligned with the target storage location based on the pose position relationship, so that an insert plate of the material handling apparatus is placed between a first supporting portion and a second supporting portion. In this way, the material handling apparatus is calibrated before goods are retrieved or stored, which avoids collisions during goods retrieval and storage and improves operation safety of the robot.

Abstract: System for handling containers and a method for supplying inventory items to a fulfilment station in a warehouse or in any other location where fulfilment of orders or delivery of orders, for example grocery orders, is taking place. The system includes at least one mobile inventory carrier for storing containers, a mini load system including a gripping mechanism for picking up or releasing a container from the mobile inventory carrier and autonomous mobile robotic units, wherein the mini load system, the mobile inventory carrier and the autonomous mobile robotic unit(s) are distinct units and operate independently from each other.

Abstract: Wall-mountable storage systems suitable for holding bulky and/or heavy construction materials such as boards or panels, or the like, are disclosed. Storage structures can include two substantially similar open frame panels attached to each other by spacer bars to define an internal storage space therebetween. Each panel may include two major outer rails and two minor outer rails, with major inner rails disposed between the major outer rails and with minor inner rails disposed between the minor outer rails. The inner rails may have a first center-to-center spacing and each outer rail may have a second center-to-center spacing with its nearest neighbor inner rail, the second spacing being greater than the first spacing. The first spacing may substantially equal a standardized spacing for wall studs. The outer rails may each have a width greater than a width of the inner rails. The storage structure may form a rectangular cuboid.

Abstract: A bulk feeder includes a feeder main body, a bracket provided to be vibratable with respect to the feeder main body, a track member provided detachably with respect to the bracket, an excitation device configured to apply vibration to the track member via the bracket, a locking target member provided in a first one of the track member and the bracket, and a lock member provided in a second one of the track member and the bracket and configured to switch between a locked state in which the lock member is locked to the locking target member to restrict a relative movement of the track member with respect to the bracket, and a released state in which lock between the lock member and the locking target member is released.

Abstract: A support (2) of a track floor conveyor (1), including a hollow profile (3), of which at least one hollow space (4) is enclosed by a wall (5), in which the wall (5), on the side adjoining the track (11), has at least one groove-shaped depression in which the axle or the axle bearing (9) of one or more wheels (8) can be accommodated, and the wall (5) has a recess (7) for at least a part of a wheel (8).

Abstract: A part registration system for registering one or more parts relative to a robot having a robotic arm that defines a plane of optimal reach at a vertical position is provided. The part registration system includes a tray support rack, a tray support shelf and a tray transfer arrangement. The tray support rack is configured to support a plurality of trays for holding one or more parts. The tray support rack has a plurality of tray support regions in which one or more trays may be supported. The plurality of tray support regions are at different vertical positions. The tray support shelf is vertically adjustable relative to the tray support rack. The tray transfer arrangement transfers the trays between the tray support rack and the tray support shelf. Methods are also provided.

Abstract: A system and apparatus are provided for monitoring one or more characteristics of a scraper blade of a belt cleaner system. The system and apparatus may be configured to monitor the amount of wear of the scraper blade. The system and apparatus may include a self-contained wear monitoring unit which includes one or more sensors for detecting scraper blade wear. The sensor may be a wear sensor including one or more conductive wear indicators on a circuit board, wherein the circuit board is positioned and adapted to be worn down along with the scraper blade due to abrasion with the conveyor belt, such that portions of the conductive wear indicator disposed on the circuit board will also be worn away as the scraper blade is worn down. The wear monitoring unit may be configured to be retrofit to an existing scraper blade without any modification to the scraper blade.

Abstract: A computer implemented method for determining the stability of an object being transported on a conveyor system in which the conveyor system includes a carrier configured to transport the object in a transport direction of the conveyor system includes the steps of receiving a series of images representing the object on the carrier being transported by the conveyor system, determining a moving direction of the object in the received series of images, and determining the stability of the object by comparing the determined moving direction of the object to the transport direction of the conveyor system. Furthermore, a system includes a control unit configured to perform the above method and a camera.

Abstract: The meat processing apparatus includes a conveying line including a plurality of conveying units arranged in series, at least one processing station for processing the meat conveyed by the conveying line, and a controller for controlling the conveying units. The plurality of conveying units include: a first conveying unit having a first conveyor and a first sensor for detecting the meat placed on the first conveyor; and a second conveying unit located downstream of the first conveying unit, and having a second conveyor and a second sensor for detecting the meat placed on the second conveyor. The controller is configured to drive and control the first conveyor and the second conveyor based on a detection result of the second sensor.

Abstract: A computer system comprising a transportation system and a control system, wherein: the transportation system comprises a plurality of transportation modules having transportation means for transporting articles; the transportation system transmits, for each of the plurality of transportation modules configuring a transportation line, connection information pertaining to connections between transportation modules; and the control system controls the transportation system on the basis of the multiple pieces of connection information.

Abstract: Singling equipment for an apparatus for packaging lollipops, each lollipop having a head and a stick, the singling equipment includes: a horizontally rotating sorting disc with a plurality of pockets, each of the pockets accommodating the head of the lollipop; a vertically rotating first transfer wheel with a plurality of indentations for the stick of the lollipop; and a vertically rotating second transfer wheel with a plurality of holding means, each of the holding means gripping the stick of the lollipop, the horizontally rotating sorting disc and the vertically rotating first transfer wheel are each driven by a servomotor, whose speed of rotation and/or torque is controlled independently.

Abstract: A material handling device (1), including: a conveying mechanism (10), the conveying mechanism comprising a first conveying platform (11) and a second conveying platform (12) that are coplanar and arranged side by side, the first conveying platform being provided with a feeding position (101), the second conveying platform being provided with a discharging position (102), the conveying speed of the second conveying platform being greater than the conveying speed of the first conveying platform; and a screening mechanism provided between the feeding position and the discharging position. The material handling device provided in the present application conveys workpieces by means of the first conveying platform and second conveying platform that are coplanar and arranged side by side.

Abstract: An apparatus for transferring and accumulating objects. The apparatus includes a plurality of accumulation channels and a single-row conveyor belt for conveying objects arranged upstream of the accumulation channels, in which the objects advance one after the other in a single row. The apparatus further includes at least a first and a second transfer device arranged upstream of the accumulation channels for transferring the objects from the conveyor belt to the accumulation channels. Each transfer device is arranged and shaped so as to communicate with one of the accumulation channels, the first and the second transfer device comprises respectively a first and a second movable portion which are movable along two parallel sliding directions so as to be arranged at different accumulation channels. The apparatus also includes an alternative divider configured to enable in turn the communication between the single-row conveyor belt and one of the transfer devices.

Abstract: A conveying facility with a feed conveying device, a take-over conveying device and a control device, for transferring horizontally or lying conveyed goods from the feed conveying device to the take-over conveying device, wherein the conveying facility forms a transfer region, in which the conveyed goods are transferred from the feed conveying device to the take-over conveying device. The conveying facility includes a transfer assistance device which is designed to act in the transfer region by way of pressurised gas from below onto at least one conveyed good being moved past.

Abstract: A container conveying device includes a contact support portion which comes into contact with one side surface of a container, a star wheel, a contact support portion which comes into contact with the other side surface of the container, and a holding wheel provided to be relatively rotatable with respect to the star wheel. When the container is not located at a container inspection position, the container conveying device conveys the container while maintaining a posture of the container by bringing the contact support portion into contact with the container, and when the container is located at the container inspection position, the container conveying device separates the contact support portion which comes into contact with the surface of the container. The container is released from the contact support portion at the container inspection position while the star wheel is paused.

Abstract: An automatic removal system for automatically removing a tape and a resin exposed to the outside of a battery module includes a removal assembly including a removal device for removing the tape and the resin, and an automatic multi-axis robot coupled to the removal assembly and configured to drive to remove the tape and the resin of the battery module.

Abstract: A sorting device (1) comprises a conveyor (3) for supporting and transporting products in a direction of conveyance (X), a discharging system (10, 13) for selectively discharging products from the conveyor (3) at predefined locations (A) in the direction of conveyance (X) and a plurality of receiving units (2) including respective inlets (6) for receiving discharged products from the conveyor (3). The inlets (6) are arranged behind each other parallel to the conveyor (3) at a distance of the conveyor (3) and each of the inlets (6) has an upstream edge (7) and a downstream edge (8) which lies at a distance from the upstream edge (7) in the direction of conveyance (X). The sorting device 1 is provided with displaceable guides (12, 12?, 14, 14?) which cooperate with the discharging system (10, 13) and at least one of the upstream edges (7) and the downstream edges (8) of the inlets (6) of the respective receiving units (2).

Abstract: There are provided a sample conveyance system and a sample conveyance method capable of conveying a sample in a more stable manner than in the related art corresponding to a conveyance method using an electromagnetic actuator. A driving unit 208 applies a first voltage to a first coil 207a located on a front side in a traveling direction of a holder 202, which is selected to attract or repel the holder 202, to excite the first coil 207a and applies a second voltage having a polarity opposite to a polarity of the first voltage to at least one or more of second coils 207b among coils 207 adjacent to the first coil 207a except for the coils 207 in the front side in the traveling direction to excite the second coil 207b, and a control unit 210A estimates a position of the holder 202 based on a value of a current flowing through a winding 206 of the first coil 207a.

Abstract: A ramp assembly that can be used to unload a wheeled article from a pallet or shipping base. The ramp assembly may comprise two top members affixed to a bottom member, each component made of folded paper based material.

Abstract: A sheet supply device in an embodiment includes a cassette, a housing, a drawing-in device, a roller, and a guide member. The housing supports the cassette to be movable in a first direction. The drawing-in device draws the cassette into the housing. The roller is supported by one of the cassette and the housing. The guide member is supported by another of the cassette and the housing. The guide member includes a groove having the first direction as a longitudinal direction and having a third direction orthogonal to the first direction and the second direction as a width direction. The roller is disposed in a first portion in the first direction of the groove in a state in which the cassette is housed in the housing.

Abstract: An image processing apparatus in an embodiment includes an apparatus main body, a paper feeding cassette, a drawing-in mechanism, and a restricting member. The paper feeding cassette is inserted into the apparatus main body to be capable of being drawn out in a first orientation along a first direction. The drawing-in mechanism draws the paper feeding cassette into the apparatus main body up to a drawing-in completion position along a second orientation. The restricting member restricts the paper feeding cassette present in the drawing-in completion position from being displaced in the second orientation. If the paper feeding cassette is not connected to the drawing-in mechanism even if the paper feeding cassette is pushed in up to the drawing-in completion position, the restricting member is displaced from the predetermined position to allow the paper feeding cassette to be displaced in the second orientation with respect to the apparatus main body.

Abstract: A medium feed apparatus includes a first sensor, a second sensor, a third sensor to detect rotation of the separation roller, and a processor. The processor controls a motor to put the separation roller on hold from when starting the feed of the medium to when the second sensor detects a front end of the medium and generate the drive force from when the second sensor detects the front end of the medium to when the first sensor detects a back end of the medium, and controls the motor to stop the feed roller while generating the drive force if the third sensor detects rotation of the separation roller in the opposite direction to the medium feed direction during feed of the medium.

Abstract: A medium transport device can be installed in an in-body discharge portion in a recording device including a recording unit, the recording unit being configured to perform recording on a medium. The medium transport device includes a transport unit positioned, in the recording device, between a first discharge path through which the medium is discharged to the in-body discharge portion and a first processing unit configured to perform first processing on the medium discharged to the in-body discharge portion, the transport unit being configured to transport the medium discharged from the first discharge path to the first processing unit, and an operation unit configured to enable manual operation of the transport unit.

Abstract: A plurality of support rollers support a conveyor belt. A first transmission mechanism transmits a rotational force of a first motor to one of the plurality of support rollers. A second transmission mechanism transmits a rotational force of a second motor to one of the plurality of support rollers. A first control portion controls a first supply power supplied to the first motor in accordance with a difference between a speed detection value and a target speed. A second control portion controls a second supply power supplied to the second motor in accordance with one or both of conveyance information on a conveyance state of an object in a specific area and suction force information on a suction force of a suction fan. The second transmission mechanism transmits the rotational force at a greater reduction ratio than the first transmission mechanism.