United States Patent [19] [11] Patent Number: 4,536,248
Bullington et al. [45] Date of Patent: Aug. 20, 1985
[54] STRAPPING APPARATUS
[75] Inventors: Robert E. Bullington, Bear, Del.;
James L. Discavage, Brookhaven, Pa.
[73] Assignee: Cyklop International Emil Hoffman KG, Fed. Rep. of Germany
[21] Appl. No.: 516,928
[22] Filed: Jul. 25, 1983
[51] Int. C1.3 B26D 7/06
[52] U.S. CI 156/502; 100/33 PB;
226/199
[58] Field of Search 100/33 PB, 33 R, 26;
156/502, 515, 73.5, 580.1; 226/199
[56] References Cited
U.S. PATENT DOCUMENTS
3,691,939 9/1972 Goodley 100/26 X
3,731,571 5/1973 Larson et al 226/199 X
4,155,799 5/1979 Matsushita 100/33 PB X
Primary Examiner—David Simmons
Attorney, Agent, or Firm—Lipton & Famiglio
[57] ABSTRACT
An improved apparatus is disclosed in which a tensioned plastic strap loop is placed about an article. The invention includes a laterally adjustable forward guide. The guide is pivotally connected to the feed nip of the drive mechanism so as to provide a constant gap between the nip and guide. The rear end of the guide rests upon and moves with the forward gripper. Thus, a guide is provided which minimizes abrasion, can receive straps of different widths, and be easily and quickly cleaned.
12 Claims, 9 Drawing Figures
