Synchronizing device for timely feeding solid articles to a cyclically operated pocket conveyor or to an other component of a machine

摘要

The synchronizing belt conveyor (4) is provided at the end section thereof, with a suction box (12) which is as long as the article (T) to be handled. The belt conveyor (4) is actuated by a motor (9) which is controlled by an electronic apparatus (10) and a limit sensor (15) arranged at the end section of said conveyor. When receiving a timing signal, the belt conveyor (4) is operated at a maximum speed and feeds the leading article (T) that was on the suction box. Thereafter the belt conveyor is slowed down and transfers a new article to said limit sensor, and then it is stopped. A shutter (17) is caused to stop the flow of articles (T) when the belt conveyor (4) is at standstill and when it is moved at the maximum speed.