Apparatus and method for minimizing waste and improving quality and production in web processing operations by automated threading and re-threading of web materials

Patent Number: 9387131

Patent Date: 2016-07-12

Patent type: utility

Apparatus and methods are provided to minimize waste and improve quality and production in web processing operations. A first non-elastomeric layer is bonded with an elastomeric layer, and to a second non-elastomeric layer. The apparatus and methods provide defect detection in the elastomeric layer and triggers an unthreading/rethreading sequence. Web defect detection may be provided by way of at least one visual inspection station. If defects are detected in the elastic layer, the resulting products may be culled.

Inventors

First Name Last Name City State Country
Robert Andrews - - -
Jeff W Fritz - - -
Jason Hohm - - -
Song Sayaovong - - -
Peter Strains - - -
Donald R Dodelin - - -

IPCs

Section Class Sub Class Group Sub Group
B 65 H 20 14
A 61 F 13 15
B 65 H 39 16
B 65 H 20 34
B 65 H 20 32
B 65 H 23 24

Assignee

Organization First Name Last Name City State Country
Curt G. Joa, Inc. - - - - -