EP2133213B1 - Klebstoffauftragvorrichtung für Buchbindemaschinen - Google Patents

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EP2133213B1
EP2133213B1 EP09161233A EP09161233A EP2133213B1 EP 2133213 B1 EP2133213 B1 EP 2133213B1 EP 09161233 A EP09161233 A EP 09161233A EP 09161233 A EP09161233 A EP 09161233A EP 2133213 B1 EP2133213 B1 EP 2133213B1
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    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
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  • the present patent relates to machines for bookbinderies, sorters for books and volumes and perfect binding machines and in particular concerns a new glue applicator for perfect binding machines, with device for alternate or simultaneous supply of glue coming from two or more separate tanks.
  • Automatic machines are known for binding signatures which comprise one or more clamps, a vibrating surface, at least one cutter, one or more rollers and blades for application of the hot-melt glue, a cover application device and a press.
  • Each signature stack constituting a book or volume to be bound is positioned, manually or mechanically, in the clamp, which transports said stack throughout the binding sequence.
  • the stack transported by the clamp is conveyed onto the vibrating surface which aligns the sheets.
  • the stack is then sent to the cutter which levels off, by removal of material, all the backs of the sheets.
  • rollers and blades spread the hot-melt glue onto the spine and if necessary also onto the margin of the first and last sheet in the vicinity of the spine.
  • the cover application device positions each cover to be folded or pre-folded on the cover presser which attaches the cover to the stack.
  • rollers and blades for spreading the holt-melt glue are partially immersed in one or more heated tanks containing the glue.
  • hot-melt glue which is solid at ambient temperature and becomes liquid when heated to a certain temperature value. Said value varies according to the type of glue used and makes said glue fluid enough for application.
  • the hot-melt glue involves considerable problems and disadvantages, in addition to many limits.
  • the hot-melt glue In order to be used, the hot-melt glue must be brought to high temperatures, therefore the parts in contact with the glue are at high temperature, with the consequent risk of bums for the operators.
  • the amount of glue deposited on the stack is not constant but also depends on how much glue is collected by the rollers and blades from the relative tanks, i.e. on the quantity of glue contained in the tanks.
  • Said applicator comprises at least one glue tank connected to one or more glue distributors, provided with mechanisms for delivery/interruption of the glue, one or more pairs of stack guides and two or more components for application of the glue.
  • Said tank provided with hermetically sealed cover, contains glue which is liquefied by heating of the tank itself and conveyed through ducts to the distributors by means of a device which increases the pressure inside the tank.
  • Said distributors consist of cylinders positioned horizontally and square to the direction of forward movement of the stack.
  • Said glue applicator for perfect binding machines requires a lower working temperature of the various glue distribution parts and the glue itself and also permits the use of other glues, for example polyurethane glues, in addition to the normal hot-melt glue, for perfect binding.
  • the main drawback of said applicator with several tanks consists in the fact that it requires a number of supply ducts equal to the number of tanks, i.e. each tank serves one single supply duct, in turn connected to the distributor. Therefore, in order to use two or more types of glue, the applicator must be provided with at least a corresponding number of supply ducts and distributors, each distributor being in turn provided with stack guides and other mechanisms necessary for correct operation.
  • the applicator is therefore structurally and functionally complex, since it is not possible to deliver two different types of glue from one single distributor.
  • WO 2006/102783A discloses an adhesive application station for binding printed material comprising a distributor of the glue, a main duct and two or more peripheral ducts for alternatively or simultaneously supplying glue to said distributor.
  • the main aim of the present invention is to permit the use of two or more types of glue, supplied to each distributor alternately or simultaneously during the same binding operation, by means of one single main supply duct.
  • a further object of the new applicator is to permit the use not only of the normal hot-melt glue but also other glues, for example polyurethane glues, for perfect binding.
  • a further advantage of the present invention is that it is structurally and functionally simple, since the overall number of components for delivery of the glue is reduced.
  • a further advantage of the present invention is that two or more types of glue can be mixed, before delivery and application.
  • the new glue applicator for perfect binding machines with device for alternate or simultaneous glue supply from two or more separate tanks, each connected, via relative peripheral supply duct, to one single main supply duct communicating with one or more distributors, and where each of said peripheral supply ducts comprises, upstream of the confluence with said main supply duct, at least one opening/closing valve suitable for permitting or preventing the supply of glue to said main supply duct.
  • a first type of glue can be used suitable for application on stacks made of a certain material alternating with a second type of glue suitable for application on different materials.
  • valves it is also possible for two or more of said valves to be simultaneously open, so that two or more types of glue are mixed in said main supply duct, before delivery and application.
  • Figures 1 , 1a , 1b and figure 2 show three-dimensional and plan views of embodiment examples, with one or two distributors, of the new glue applicator for perfect binding machines, with a device (2) for the alternate/simultaneous supply of glue coming from at least two separate supply lines (1a, 1b), each connected to the relative tank, not shown in the figure.
  • FIGs 3, 4, 5 and 6 schematically show operation of the device (2) for alternate/simultaneous supply of glue from at least two separate supply lines (1a, 1b).
  • said device (2) is suitable for supplying the glue coming from one single line (1a, figure 3 ; 1b , figure 4 ), interrupting the supply of glue from the other line.
  • said device (2) is also suitable for completely interrupting the supply from both the lines (1a, 1b) or, as in figure 6 , is suitable for simultaneously supplying the glue coming from both the lines (1a. 1b).
  • the new applicator comprises two or more peripheral ducts (21a, 21b) for supply of glue from two separate lines (1a, 1b), each connected to a relative glue tank, and one single main supply duct (23) into which said peripheral ducts (21 a, 21b) flow (24), said main supply duct (23) being connected to one or more glue distributors (3a, 3b), and where each of said peripheral ducts (21a, 21b) comprises, upstream of said confluence (24) in said main supply duct (23), at least one valve (22a, 22b) for opening/closing the glue supply.
  • said valve (22a, 22b) comprises an actuator with a translating piston suitable for partially or totally blocking opening of the relative peripheral supply duct (21a, 21b).
  • the new applicator furthermore comprises devices for control of the temperature and pressure inside said tanks and for control of the temperature of the mechanical parts crossed by the glue, suitable for guaranteeing the best glue fluidity conditions.
  • said glue distributors (3a, 3b) comprise in turn further glue delivery/interruption mechanisms suitable for opening/closing the holes for outlet of the glue from said distributors (3a, 3b).
  • Each distributor (3a, 3b) furthermore comprises preferably at least one pair of guides (51a, 52a, 51b, 52b) for positioning of the stack to be bound.
  • said glue applicator comprises at least two distributors (3a, 3b), where said main supply duct (23) feeds both said distributors (3a, 3b), or comprises at least one branch (25) splitting into two or more further ducts (25a, 25b), each connected to the relative distributor (3a, 3b).
  • valves (22a, 22b) The operation of said valves (22a, 22b) is synchronised so as to supply alternately or simultaneously the glue coming from said two separate lines (1a, 1b).
  • valves (22a, 22b) can be open while the other is closed so as to supply alternately, to both distributors (3a, 3b), only one type of glue (1a in figure 3 ; 1b in figure 4 ).
  • all the valves (22a, 22b) can be closed, interrupting supply of all the types of glue or, as in figure 6 , all the valves (22a, 22b) can be open, permitting simultaneous supply of both types of glue to both the distributors (3a, 3b).
  • the glue delivered is a mixture of the glues or substances generally fed to said main supply duct (23).
  • said distributors (3a, 3b) each comprise a duct which is positioned horizontally and square to the direction of forward movement of the stack and is provided with valves or mechanisms for supply/interruption of the glue.
  • the distributor (3a) which is encountered first by the stack is provided in its upper part with a slit (31a) parallel to the length of the distributor (3a).
  • the glue applied to the spine flows out of said slit (31a).
  • the distributor (3b) encountered second by the stack in transit is provided with two holes or apertures (32b) in its upper part, corresponding to the two guides (51b, 52b).
  • the glue applied on the margin of the first and last sheet in the vicinity of the spine flows out via said holes or apertures (32b).
  • each of said distributors (3a, 3b) there is a mechanism or valve for supply/interruption of delivery of the glue coming from the tank, comprising a further inner cylindrical duct or shutter housed inside the relative distributor (3a, 3b), adhering to the inner portion of the slits or holes (31a. 32b) of the distributor (3a, 3b).
  • the wall of said shutter is provided with holes or slits with form, dimension and position corresponding to the holes or slits (31a, 32b) of the distributors (3a, 3b).
  • Each shutter protrudes from the relative distributor (3a, 3b) on the side opposite the tank and has said end mechanically closed.
  • On said end of the protruding inner shutter levers and/or electromechanical or pneumatic mechanisms are applied suitable for partially rotating said inner shutter on its central axis. Via said rotation the holes or slits of the inner shutter are aligned or misaligned with the holes or slits of the relative distributor (3a, 3b).
  • guides (51b, 52b) of the distributor (3b) encountered second by the stack are provided with holes or apertures, on their surface in contact with said distributor (3b), communicating with holes or apertures present on their surface facing the opposite guide (51a, 52a).
  • the new applicator can also comprise a mechanism for partial suction of the glue contained in the supply ducts (3a, 3b) and in the shutters, thus ensuring a very precise flow start action and clear interruption of extrusion of the glue in the glue application area.

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  1. Leimapplikator für Klebebindemaschinen, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass er Folgendes umfasst:
    • zwei oder mehr Spender (3a, 3b) des aus zwei oder mehr Tanks stammenden Leims;
    • eine Hauptzuleitung (23) des Leims zu dem/den besagten Spender(n) (3a, 3b),
    und wobei zwei oder mehrere periphere Leim-Zuleitungen (21a, 21b), von denen jede mit wenigstens einem der besagten Tanks verbunden ist, in die besagte Hauptzuleitung (23) fließen und jede der peripheren Zuleitungen (21a, 21b) vor dem Zusammenfluss (24) mit der besagten Hauptzuleitung (23) wenigstens ein Öffnungs- und Schließventil (22a, 22b) umfasst, das geeignet ist, den Zufluss von Leim in die besagte Hauptzuleitung (23) zu erlauben oder zu verhindern, und wobei die besagte Hauptzuleitung (23) wenigstens eine Verzweigung (25) umfasst, die sich in zwei oder mehr weitere Leitungen (25a, 25b) aufteilt, von denen jede mit dem jeweiligen Spender (3a, 3b) verbunden ist.
  2. Leimapplikator gemäß Patentanspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die besagten Ventile (22a, 22b) der besagten peripheren Zuleitungen (21a, 21b) so arbeiten, dass sie die besagte Hauptzuleitung (23) abwechselnd mit dem Leim (1a, 1b) aus jeweils einer der besagten peripheren Zuleitungen (2 1 a, 21b) versorgen.
  3. Leimapplikator gemäß den Patentansprüchen 1, 2, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die besagten Ventile (22a, 22b) der besagten peripheren Zuleitungen (21 a, 21b) so arbeiten, dass sie die besagte Hauptzuleitung (23) gleichzeitig mit dem Leim (1a, 1b) aus zwei oder mehreren der besagten peripheren Zuleitungen (2 1 a, 21b) versorgen.
  4. Leimapplikator gemäß den Patentansprüchen 1, 2, 3, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass er zwei oder mehr Leimtanks umfasst, von denen jeder geeignet ist, hinsichtlich der Zusammensetzung und/oder Qualität und/oder Betriebs- und/oder Trocknungstemperatur unterschiedliche Leime zu enthalten.
  5. Leimapplikator gemäß den vorstehenden Patentansprüchen, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass jeder der besagten Spender (3a, 3b) eine Leitung umfasst, die waagerecht und rechtwinklig zu der Richtung der Vorlaufbewegung des Blocks positioniert ist und Ventile oder Mechanismen für die Zufuhr/Unterbrechung des Leims umfasst.
  6. Leimapplikator gemäß den vorstehenden Patentansprüchen, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass jeder der besagten Tanks eine Vorrichtung zur Kontrolle des Tankinnendrucks umfasst.
  7. Leimapplikator gemäß den vorstehenden Patentansprüchen, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass er Folgendes umfasst:
    • wenigstens ein Paar Führungen (51a, 52a, 51b, 52b) für die auf jedem Spender positionierten Blöcke (3a, 3b);
    • wenigstens eine Leimauftragskomponente, dazu geeignet, den Leim auf den Rücken des durchlaufenden Blocks aufzutragen, welche mit einem der besagten Spender (3a) verbunden und zwischen den besagten Führungen (51a, 52a) des besagten Spenders (3a) positioniert ist;
    • wenigstens ein Paar seitlicher Komponenten für den Leimauftrag auf den Rand des ersten und des letzten Blatts, in der Nähe des Rückens des durchlaufenden Blocks, wobei die besagten seitlichen Komponenten für den Auftrag an einen Spender (3b) angeschlossen und zwischen den Führungen (51b, 52b), als Fortsetzung der Führungen (51b, 52b) oder auf den Führungen (51b, 52b) des besagten Spenders (3b) positioniert sind.
  8. Leimapplikator gemäß Patentanspruch 7, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die besagte Komponente für den Leimauftrag auf den Blockrücken aus einem Schlitz oder Öffnung (31a) im oberen Teil des Spenders (3a) selbst besteht.
  9. Leimapplikator gemäß Patentanspruch 7, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass jede der besagten Komponenten für den Leimauftrag auf den Rand des ersten und des letzten Blatts in der Nähe des Rückens des Blocks aus einer Reihe von Löchern oder Öffnungen (32b) an der Oberfläche jeder Führung (51b, 52b) besteht, die zur entgegengesetzten Führung (52b, 51b) gerichtet ist und mit dem Inneren des besagten Spenders (3b) kommuniziert.
  10. Leimapplikator gemäß den vorstehenden Patentansprüchen, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die dem Tank nahegelegensten Führungen (51a, 51b) feststehend sind, und die vom Tank weiter entfernten Führungen (52a, 52b) verstellbar sind.
  11. Leimapplikator gemäß den vorstehenden Patentansprüchen, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass jeder Versorgungs-/Absperrmechanismus für den Leim jedes Spenders (3a, 3b) einen Verschluss oder eine zylindrische Leitung innerhalb des entsprechenden Spenders (3a, 3b) umfasst, der/die drehbar ist und am inneren Abschnitt der Schlitze oder Löcher (31a, 32b) des Spenders (3a, 3b) anliegt, und wobei die Wand des besagten Verschlusses Löcher oder Schlitze aufweist, deren Form, Größe und Position den besagten Löchern oder Schlitzen (31a, 32b) des entsprechenden Spenders (3a, 3b) entsprechen und wobei die Drehung des besagten Verschlusses die Löcher oder Schlitze des Verschlusses auf die Bohrungen oder Schlitze des Spenders (3a, 3b) ausrichtet oder ihnen bezüglich versetzt, so dass der Durchfluss des Leims durch die Bohrungen oder Schlitze des Spenders (3a, 3b) ermöglicht oder verhindert wird.
  12. Leimapplikator gemäß den vorstehenden Patentansprüchen, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass er wenigstens einen Mechanismus für die partielle Ansaugung des in den Zuleitungen (3a, 3b) und in den Verschlüssen enthaltenen Leims erlaubt, so dass ein sehr präziser Beginn des Durchflusses erreicht wird sowie eine exakte Unterbrechung der Leimextrusion in Entsprechung des Auftragsbereichs des Leims selbst.
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