EP2567904B1 - Device for selective removal of labels arranged on a backing strip - Google Patents

Device for selective removal of labels arranged on a backing strip Download PDF

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EP2567904B1
EP2567904B1 EP20120174284 EP12174284A EP2567904B1 EP 2567904 B1 EP2567904 B1 EP 2567904B1 EP 20120174284 EP20120174284 EP 20120174284 EP 12174284 A EP12174284 A EP 12174284A EP 2567904 B1 EP2567904 B1 EP 2567904B1
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    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
    • B65C—LABELLING OR TAGGING MACHINES, APPARATUS, OR PROCESSES
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    • B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
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  • the present invention relates to a device for selective release of arranged on a carrier tape labels.
  • Such devices are known in the art to release self-adhesive labels from a carrier tape. The dissolved labels can then be applied to containers, such as bottles. Examples of such devices are known from EP 2 157 020 A1 and the WO 2008/012633 A2 known.
  • a so-called dispensing edge is usually used, by means of which the carrier tape is deflected so strongly that the labels sticking to the carrier tape detach from the carrier tape at the dispensing edge.
  • the dispensing edge can also be switchable, ie be brought into a position in which the carrier tape is deflected weaker, so that the label does not detach from the carrier tape.
  • the CA 2 503 180 discloses a corresponding device according to the preamble of claim 1.
  • the invention provides an apparatus for the selective release of labels arranged on a carrier tape according to claim 1.
  • the belt tension of the carrier belt in the case that a label is to remain on the carrier tape are kept constant.
  • the tape tension of the carrier tape in the event that the label remains on the carrier tape be kept the same as in the case in which the label is detached from the carrier tape.
  • the means for keeping constant the tape tension of the weaker deflection of the carrier tape in the event that the label is to remain on the carrier tape so that the tape tension of the carrier tape is not reduced.
  • the belt tension can therefore be kept constant independently of the deflection of the carrier belt by the deflection.
  • two or more labels can be arranged on the carrier tape.
  • the labels may in particular be self-adhesive labels.
  • the labels may be glued to the carrier tape.
  • An adhesive may in this case be arranged on the back of the labels such that the adhesive remains at least partially disposed on the label even after the label has been released or removed from the carrier tape.
  • the label can be adhered to a container subsequently.
  • the carrier tape may in particular be a strip of material on which a plurality of labels, in particular two or more labels, are arranged side by side.
  • the carrier tape may in particular comprise a plastic or consist of plastic.
  • the carrier tape may in particular be designed to be flexible. As a result, the carrier tape can also be wound into a roll, for example.
  • the labels disposed on the carrier tape may have higher strength or stiffness than the carrier tape. Thereby, the release or detachment of the labels can be achieved by the deflection of the carrier tape.
  • the carrier band can be guided past the deflection device, in particular in such a way that the labels arranged on the carrier band are moved one after the other past the deflection device.
  • the conveying direction in which the carrier tape is moved can be changed.
  • Diviting can thus be understood in particular that the conveying direction or the direction in which the carrier tape extends, is changed.
  • the carrier tape may be under tension when passing. It can therefore act on the carrier tape, in particular along the longitudinal direction of the carrier tape, a tensile force. As a result, in particular a predetermined belt tension can be achieved.
  • the device for determining whether a label is to be detached from the carrier tape or to remain on it may in particular be designed and / or configured such that it is determined for each label disposed on the carrier tape whether the label is to be released from the carrier tape or on this should remain.
  • the deflection device can in particular be controllable or switchable, so that a label can optionally be released from the carrier tape or left on the carrier tape.
  • the deflection device comprises a deflection element, which can be arranged optionally in a first or a second position, the carrier strip being deflected in the first position of the deflection element by the deflection element such that a label arranged on the carrier strip detaches itself from the carrier strip in the area of the deflection element and wherein the carrier tape is deflected weaker in the second position of the deflecting element, so that a label arranged on the carrier tape remains in the region of the deflecting element on the carrier tape.
  • the radius of curvature of the carrier tape in the region of the deflection device in the case that the label is to remain on the carrier tape, is greater than in the case that the label is to be detached from the carrier tape.
  • the curvature of the carrier tape in the region of the deflection device is greater if the label is to be detached from the carrier tape.
  • the deflecting element can therefore be activatable or deactivatable, in particular label-by-label, in that it is brought or switched into the first or the second position.
  • the deflecting element of the deflecting device comprises a dispensing edge.
  • the edge of the carrier tape can be greatly deflected so that a label in the region of the edge of the carrier tape dissolves.
  • the means for keeping constant the belt tension can be arranged in the conveying direction of the carrier belt before or after the deflecting device.
  • the means for keeping constant the belt tension is arranged in front of the deflection device on the transport path of the carrier tape, an unwanted loosening or peeling of the labels can be reliably avoided.
  • the means for keeping constant the band tension comprises a deflecting element, which can be arranged optionally in a first or a second position. Specifically, in the first position, the diverter member may exert a predetermined pressure on the carrier tape and, in the second position, exert no pressure on the carrier tape or a predetermined pressure that is less than the predetermined pressure in the first position. Thereby, the reduction of the belt tension due to the weaker deflection, if a label is to remain on the carrier tape, be taken into account.
  • the deflecting element of the means for keeping the strip tension constant can in particular be spaced apart from the carrier strip, ie in particular not contact it. In this case, the deflecting element thus exerts no pressure on the carrier tape. In this case, in particular, the deflecting element of the deflecting device in the second position may be spaced from the carrier tape, in particular so this does not contact.
  • the deflecting element of the means for keeping the belt tension constant can also be brought from a first to a second position such that the path change of the carrier belt, in the case that the label is to remain on the carrier tape is obtained, is compensated.
  • the change in position of the deflection element of the means for keeping the belt tension constant in particular in terms of magnitude and / or direction, equal to the change in position of the carrier tape in the region of the deflection of the deflection, in particular equal to the maximum change in position of the carrier tape.
  • the means for keeping constant the band tension may comprise a deflection roller.
  • the deflecting element of the means for keeping the strip tension constant can correspond to a deflection roller.
  • the deflection roller may in particular be designed to be rotatable about an axis of the deflection roller.
  • a deflection roller can thus be understood to mean a substantially cylindrical element that is rotatable in particular about a rotation axis, in particular the longitudinal axis of the cylinder.
  • the carrier strip can rest at least partially against the lateral surface of the deflection roller.
  • the normal distance of the rotation axis of the deflection roller in the first position from the rotation axis of the deflection roller in the second position may be equal to the distance of the deflection element of the deflection device in the first position from the deflection element of the deflection device in the second position.
  • the means for keeping the strip tension constant can also comprise one or more further deflection elements, in particular deflection rollers.
  • the means for keeping constant the belt tension comprise two deflection rollers, wherein a first deflection roller can be arranged optionally in a first or a second position, and wherein the axis of rotation of a second deflection roller is stationary or immovable.
  • the position of the second deflection roller can be fixed.
  • the device may be configured and / or configured such that when the diverting element of the diverter is in the first position, the diverting element of the belt tension maintaining means is in the second position, and if the deflection element of the deflection device is in the second position, the deflection element of the means for keeping constant the belt tension is in the first position.
  • the deflecting element of the deflecting device and the deflecting element of the means for keeping the belt tension constant can in particular be coupled to one another, in particular electronically, hydraulically, pneumatically and / or mechanically.
  • the change in position of the deflection element of the deflection device and the change in position of the deflection element of the means for keeping the belt tension constant can be synchronized, in particular carried out simultaneously.
  • the device can thus be designed and / or configured such that, when the deflecting element of the deflecting device is brought from the first to the second position, the deflecting element of the means for keeping the belt tension constant is brought from the second to the first position.
  • the device may be configured and / or configured such that when the diverter of the diverter is moved from the second to the first position, the diverting member of the belt tension maintaining means is moved from the first to the second position.
  • the belt tension of the carrier strip can be kept constant despite a change in position of the deflection element of the deflection device by a change in position of the deflection element of the means for keeping the belt tension constant.
  • a continuous, uniform belt tension can be achieved.
  • the change in position of the deflecting element of the deflecting device and the change in position of the deflecting element of the means for keeping constant the belt tension can be effected by a common adjusting element, for example a common pneumatic cylinder or hydraulic cylinder.
  • the deflecting element of the deflecting device and the deflecting element of the means for keeping the belt tension constant can in particular be mechanically coupled.
  • the deflecting element of the deflecting device and the deflecting element of the means for keeping the strip tension constant are arranged on a common holding plate.
  • the means for determining whether a label is to be detached from or to remain on the carrier tape may include a controller for controlling the carrier tape Include labels. As a result, in particular faulty labels can be detected.
  • the control device may in particular comprise an optical sensor, in particular a camera, and / or a push-button.
  • the means for determining whether a label is to be detached from or left on the carrier tape may further comprise a controller configured and / or configured to determine whether a label is released from the carrier tape based on a control result of the controller should or not.
  • the control element may be configured and / or configured to determine that a label is to remain on the carrier tape if the label has been identified as being defective.
  • the control element can also be provided for controlling the deflection device and / or the means for keeping the belt tension constant.
  • the control element can control the position of at least one deflecting element of the deflecting device and / or at least one deflecting element of the means for keeping the strip tension constant, in particular the above-mentioned deflecting elements of the deflecting device or of the means for keeping the strip tension constant.
  • the invention also provides a labeling apparatus for applying labels to containers, comprising a device for selectively releasing labels arranged on a carrier tape as described above, and a device for applying a label detached from the carrier tape to a container.
  • the device for the selective release of labels arranged on a carrier tape may, in particular, comprise one or more of the above-mentioned features.
  • the containers may in particular be containers in the pharmaceutical industry or in the beverage industry.
  • the containers may be bottles or cans or ampoules.
  • the labels may in particular be self-adhesive labels.
  • the labels and / or the carrier tape may include one or more of the above features.
  • the labeling device may further comprise a conveyor.
  • the carrier tape can be passed in particular on the device for selectively releasing arranged on a carrier tape labels.
  • the conveyor With the conveyor, at least a portion of the carrier tape can be conveyed along a conveying path under tension.
  • the conveyor may in particular comprise a plurality of deflecting elements.
  • the above-described device for selectively releasing labels arranged on a carrier tape may also be part of the said conveyor.
  • the carrier tape with the labels arranged thereon can be provided in particular in the form of a roll.
  • the labeling device may also comprise a device for arranging the carrier tape roll. From the carrier tape roll, the carrier tape can be unwound and fed to the conveyor described above.
  • the carrier tape from which labels have been selectively released may be rewound into a roll after the apparatus for selectively releasing labels disposed on a carrier tape. This role can then be destroyed, for example, or recycled.
  • the labeling device may comprise a retractor.
  • the carrier tape from which labels have been selectively released, at the end of the conveying path after the device for selectively releasing arranged on a carrier tape labels also destroyed, in particular cut, are.
  • the labeling device may comprise a destruction device.
  • the carrier tape is therefore no longer rolled up into a roll, but can for example be passed directly into a collection container. Thereby, the removal of a roll of the carrier tape used by a retractor, which could make it necessary to interrupt the labeling, can be avoided.
  • the method steps can be performed partially or completely automatically, in particular with a device for the selective release of labels arranged on a carrier tape or a labeling device.
  • the method may comprise providing an above-mentioned device for selectively releasing labels arranged on a carrier tape or a labeling device as described above.
  • the band tension can be kept constant, in particular in the case where a label remains on the carrier band.
  • Constant may be construed to be constant with respect to the case where a label is released from the carrier tape.
  • the tape tension can be controlled or influenced in such a way that, despite the weaker deflection of the carrier tape in the event that the label remains on the carrier tape, it remains substantially constant.
  • the method may include controlling the labels disposed on the carrier tape, in particular, wherein determining whether a label is to be detached from the carrier tape or to remain on it is performed based on the result of the checking. In particular, if the label is recognized as defective, it may be determined that the label should remain on the carrier tape. In particular, if a label is faultless, it may be determined that the label is to be released from the carrier tape. This allows flawless labels to be applied to containers while reliably preventing faulty labels from being applied to containers.
  • the method for selectively releasing labels arranged on a carrier tape may in particular be part of a method for labeling containers.
  • labels are often removed from a label magazine, provided by a pallet with an adhesive layer and finally applied to a container.
  • so-called self-adhesive labels are used in the food industry, especially in the beverage industry, but also for example in the pharmaceutical industry.
  • a plurality of labels are usually arranged by means of an adhesive layer on a carrier tape, wherein the adhesive in particular has a long open time.
  • the carrier tape with the labels arranged thereon can then be rolled up, for example Form are introduced into a labeling device.
  • the labels can then be removed individually from the carrier element and applied to containers, in particular bottles. Since the labels are already provided with an adhesive layer, an additional gluing the labels in the labeling device is not required in this case. Therefore, can be dispensed pallets and glue cylinder.
  • FIG. 1 shows a part of an exemplary carrier tape 1 on which four labels 2 arranged side by side, in particular glued, are. On the back of the labels an adhesive layer is arranged, via which the labels 2 are glued to the carrier tape 1. On the front of the labels information can be printed, which specifies, for example, the content of the container to be labeled in more detail.
  • the carrier tape 1 can then be guided in its longitudinal direction on a device for selectively releasing arranged on a carrier tape labels. This is in the FIGS. 2a to 2c illustrated.
  • FIG. 2a In the example that is in FIG. 2a is shown schematically, the labels 2 on the carrier tape 1 in succession to the device 3 for selectively releasing arranged on a carrier tape labels supplied.
  • the device 3 comprises a deflecting element in the form of a dispensing edge 4, which, as in FIG. 2a shown, the carrier tape 1 deflects such that a label 2 is detached or removed in the region of the dispensing edge 4 from the carrier tape 1.
  • the thus detached label 2 can then be taken over by a gripping mechanism and applied to a container.
  • the gripping mechanism and the container are in FIG. 2a not shown.
  • the dispensing edge 4 can be brought into a second position.
  • the carrier tape 1 is deflected weaker, so that a label 2 remains on the carrier tape 1.
  • the dispensing edge 4 may be spaced apart from the carrier tape 1 in the second position or act on the carrier tape with a lower pressure than in the FIG. 2a illustrated first position.
  • the remaining on the carrier tape 1 labels 2 can be destroyed in a row, in particular cut, and / or be rewound with the carrier tape 1 again to a roll.
  • the means 5 for keeping constant the belt tension is arranged in this example in the transport direction of the carrier tape in front of the device 3 for the selective release of arranged on a carrier tape labels.
  • the means 5 can also be arranged after the device 3.
  • the means 5 for keeping the strip tension constant comprises a deflection element in the form of a deflection roller 11.
  • the means 5 also comprises a second deflection roller 10, which is formed stationary. The axis of rotation of the second guide roller 10 can not be changed in position.
  • the deflection roller 11 of the means 5 is arranged in a first position.
  • the dispensing edge 4 is in the second position, as in FIG. 2b illustrated, switched, the guide roller 11 of the means 5 is also switched to a second position.
  • the change in position of the guide roller 11 in terms of magnitude and direction equal to the change in position of the dispensing edge 4.
  • the belt tension of the carrier tape 1 can be kept constant despite the change in position of the dispensing edge 4.
  • the inventors of the present application have found that this can prevent or at least minimize errors in upstream control devices.
  • the switchable dispensing edge 4 and the deflection roller 11 of the means 5 are in this case in particular mechanically coupled, so that the switching between the positions takes place synchronized in time.
  • the switching can be carried out by means of a common pneumatic cylinder. This can be ensured that the belt tension of the carrier tape 1 is kept continuously at a constant value.
  • FIG 2c the position change is again illustrated in a larger view.
  • the dispensing edge 4 can be brought from a first position A into a second position B.
  • the carrier tape 1 In the first position A, the carrier tape 1 is deflected in such a way that labels 2 adhering to the carrier tape 1 detach from the carrier tape 1.
  • the carrier tape 1 In the second position B, the carrier tape 1 is deflected weaker, so that adhering to the carrier tape 1 labels 2 do not detach from the carrier tape 1, but remain thereon. This is in Figure 2c indicated by the dashed lines.
  • the distance of position A from position B is indicated by x 2 .
  • the dispensing edge 4 can be moved by the distance x 2 in one direction.
  • the guide roller 11 is also formed switchable between two positions. This will be in Figure 2c indicated by a double arrow. The distance between the axis of rotation of the guide roller 11 in the two positions is designated by x 1 .
  • the deflecting element 4 of the deflecting device is spaced from the carrier tape 1 in the second position.
  • the path change of the carrier tape 1 in the region of the deflection element 4 of the deflection device may be smaller than the distance of the position A from the position B of the deflection element 4.
  • the position change of the deflection roller 11, x 1 be equal to the change in position of the carrier tape 1 in the region of the deflection element 4, in particular perpendicular to the surface of the carrier tape first
  • FIG. 3 shows a plan view of an exemplary labeling device for applying self-adhesive labels on containers.
  • the exemplary labeling apparatus comprises two staging areas in which carrier tape rolls 6 and 7 can be arranged. On the carrier tape rolls 6 and 7, a plurality of labels can be arranged, in particular glued.
  • a carrier tape 1 can be unwound and passed over a plurality of deflection by means of a transport device to a device 3 for selectively releasing arranged on the carrier tape 1 labels.
  • the carrier tape 1 are in particular under mechanical tension.
  • it can act on the carrier tape a force against the conveying direction of the carrier tape 1, which makes it difficult to deflect the carrier tape 1 perpendicular to the conveying direction.
  • the force against the conveying direction for example, static friction between the carrier tape 1 and deflecting or static friction of the carrier tape on the carrier tape roll 6 or 7
  • two carrier rolls 6 and 7 may be provided to allow continuous labeling when the end of a carrier tape roll is reached.
  • a control device 9 which can detect faulty labels.
  • a control element may determine whether to release or remain on the carrier tape 1 based on the result of the check. In particular, if a label is recognized as defective, it can be determined that the label remains on the carrier tape 1. In this case, the label can be destroyed with the carrier tape 1 in the end region 8 of the conveying path of the carrier tape or rewound into a roll.
  • the device 3 can in particular, as in the FIGS. 2a to 2c illustrated, operated.
  • the deflection device of the device 3 deflects the carrier tape 1 in such a way that the label is detached from the carrier tape
  • the means for keeping the tape tension constant can be deactivated and, if the deflecting device deflects the carrier tape 1 weaker, so that the label remains on the carrier tape, If necessary, the means for keeping the belt tension of the carrier belt 1 constant can be activated.
  • the position of a deflection roller can be changed, so that the weaker deflection of the carrier tape 1 can be taken into account.
  • FIG. 4 an exemplary device 3 for selectively releasing labels arranged on a carrier tape is shown.
  • a dispensing edge 4 can be seen, as well as a means 5 for keeping constant the tape tension of the carrier tape in the event that the label remains on the carrier tape, this means 5 comprising two deflection rollers.
  • FIG. 5 the second position of the dispensing edge 4 is shown, in which the carrier tape is deflected weaker, so that a label arranged on the carrier tape remains on the carrier tape.
  • FIG. 6 shows a plan view of the exemplary device 3, which in FIG. 4 was shown in perspective.
  • the means 5 for keeping constant the belt tension in this example comprises two pulleys 10 and 11.
  • the guide roller 11 is in mechanically coupled to this example with the dispensing edge 4, so that when the dispensing edge 4 is brought from a first to a second position, the guide roller 11 is brought synchronously from a first to a second position.
  • FIG. 7 is a side view of the exemplary device 3 from FIG. 6 shown. It can be seen that the mechanical coupling between the dispensing edge 4 and the guide roller 11 comprises a compression spring 12.
  • the guide roller 11 can be acted upon by the compression spring 12 with a spring force, so that the deflection roller 11 is brought into a second position and thus keeps the band tension of the carrier tape constant.
  • the means may also keep the belt tension constant in another way, for example, by increasing the conveying speed of the carrier tape at one end of the conveyor line or for a predetermined period of time is reduced.

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Die vorliegende Erfindung betrifft eine Vorrichtung zum selektiven Lösen von auf einem Trägerband angeordneten Etiketten.The present invention relates to a device for selective release of arranged on a carrier tape labels.

Derartige Vorrichtungen sind im Stand der Technik bekannt, um selbstklebende Etiketten von einem Trägerband zu lösen. Die gelösten Etiketten können danach auf Behälter, beispielsweise Flaschen, aufgebracht werden. Beispiele für derartige Vorrichtungen sind aus der EP 2 157 020 A1 und der WO 2008/012633 A2 bekannt.Such devices are known in the art to release self-adhesive labels from a carrier tape. The dissolved labels can then be applied to containers, such as bottles. Examples of such devices are known from EP 2 157 020 A1 and the WO 2008/012633 A2 known.

Zum Ablösen der Etiketten wird üblicherweise eine sogenannte Spendekante verwendet, durch welche das Trägerband derart stark umgelenkt wird, dass sich die auf dem Trägerband klebenden Etiketten an der Spendekante vom Trägerband lösen.To detach the labels, a so-called dispensing edge is usually used, by means of which the carrier tape is deflected so strongly that the labels sticking to the carrier tape detach from the carrier tape at the dispensing edge.

Es kommt jedoch vor, dass ein Lösen eines Etiketts unerwünscht ist, beispielsweise wenn das Etikett einen Fehler aufweist. Es sind daher Verfahren bekannt, um im Bedarfsfall ein Etikett auf dem Trägerband zu belassen. Beispielsweise offenbart die EP 2 248 727 A2 eine Rückhalteeinrichtung, welche im Bedarfsfall ein Etikett an einem Lösen von dem Trägerband hindert. Alternativ kann auch die Spendekante schaltbar ausgebildet sein, d.h. in eine Stellung bringbar sein, in der das Trägerband schwächer umgelenkt wird, so dass sich das Etikett nicht vom Trägerband löst.However, it happens that a release of a label is undesirable, for example if the label has a defect. There are therefore known methods to leave a label on the carrier tape if necessary. For example, the EP 2 248 727 A2 a retainer which, if necessary, prevents a label from detaching from the carrier tape. Alternatively, the dispensing edge can also be switchable, ie be brought into a position in which the carrier tape is deflected weaker, so that the label does not detach from the carrier tape.

Letzteres hat jedoch den Nachteil, dass die Bandspannung des Trägerbands beim Schalten der Spendekante variiert. Diese Variationen in der Bandspannung können sich negativ auf die Detektion von fehlerhaften Etiketten durch eine vorgeschaltete Kontrolleinrichtung auswirken. Derartige Störungen oder Fehler sind bei der Etikettierung, insbesondere im Bereich der Pharmaindustrie, höchst unerwünscht.However, the latter has the disadvantage that the belt tension of the carrier belt varies when switching the dispensing edge. These variations in tape tension can negatively affect the detection of failed labels by an upstream controller. Such disorders or errors are highly undesirable in labeling, especially in the pharmaceutical industry.

Die CA 2 503 180 offenbart eine entsprechende Vorrichtung gemäß dem Oberbegriff des Anspruches 1.The CA 2 503 180 discloses a corresponding device according to the preamble of claim 1.

Es ist Aufgabe der vorliegenden Erfindung, eine Vorrichtung zum selektiven Lösen von auf einem Trägerband angeordneten Etiketten bereitzustellen, die eine zuverlässigere Fehlerdetektion durch eine vorgeschaltete Etikettenkontrolleinrichtung erlaubt.It is an object of the present invention to provide a device for selectively releasing labels arranged on a carrier tape, which allows a more reliable error detection by an upstream label control device.

Die Erfindung stellt eine Vorrichtung zum selektiven Lösen von auf einem Trägerband angeordneten Etiketten gemäß Anspruch 1 bereit.The invention provides an apparatus for the selective release of labels arranged on a carrier tape according to claim 1.

Dadurch, dass ein Mittel zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung des Trägerbandes vorgesehen ist, können Bandspannungsvariationen, die sich negativ auf das Detektieren von fehlerhaften Etiketten auswirken können, verhindert oder wenigstens minimiert werden. Dadurch ist eine zuverlässigere Etikettenkontrolle durch eine vorgeschaltete Kontrolleinrichtung möglich.By providing a means for keeping the tape tension of the carrier tape constant, tape tension variations which may adversely affect the detection of defective labels may be prevented or at least minimized. This allows a more reliable label control by an upstream control device possible.

Durch das Mittel zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung kann also die Bandspannung des Trägerbands im Fall, dass ein Etikett auf dem Trägerband verbleiben soll, konstant gehalten werden. Insbesondere kann durch das Mittel zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung des Trägerbandes, die Bandspannung des Trägerbandes für den Fall, dass das Etikett am Trägerband verbleibt, gleich gehalten werden wie im Fall, in dem das Etikett vom Trägerband gelöst wird. Mit anderen Worten kann durch das Mittel zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung der schwächeren Umlenkung des Trägerbandes im Fall, dass das Etikett am Trägerband verbleiben soll, Rechnung getragen werden, so dass sich die Bandspannung des Trägerbandes nicht verringert. Die Bandspannung kann also unabhängig von der Umlenkung des Trägerbandes durch die Umlenkeinrichtung konstant gehalten werden.By the means for keeping constant the belt tension, therefore, the belt tension of the carrier belt in the case that a label is to remain on the carrier tape, are kept constant. In particular, by the means for keeping constant the tape tension of the carrier tape, the tape tension of the carrier tape in the event that the label remains on the carrier tape, be kept the same as in the case in which the label is detached from the carrier tape. In other words, can be accommodated by the means for keeping constant the tape tension of the weaker deflection of the carrier tape in the event that the label is to remain on the carrier tape, so that the tape tension of the carrier tape is not reduced. The belt tension can therefore be kept constant independently of the deflection of the carrier belt by the deflection.

Auf dem Trägerband können mehrere, insbesondere zwei oder mehr Etiketten angeordnet sein.Several, in particular two or more labels can be arranged on the carrier tape.

Bei den Etiketten kann es sich insbesondere um Selbstklebeetiketten handeln. In diesem Fall können die Etiketten auf dem Trägerband aufgeklebt sein. Ein Haftmittel kann dabei derart auf der Rückseite der Etiketten angeordnet sein, dass das Haftmittel auch nach dem Lösen oder Entfernen des Etiketts vom Trägerband wenigstens teilweise auf dem Etikett angeordnet bleibt. Somit kann das Etikett in weiterer Folge auf einen Behälter aufgeklebt werden.The labels may in particular be self-adhesive labels. In this case, the labels may be glued to the carrier tape. An adhesive may in this case be arranged on the back of the labels such that the adhesive remains at least partially disposed on the label even after the label has been released or removed from the carrier tape. Thus, the label can be adhered to a container subsequently.

Bei dem Trägerband kann es sich insbesondere um einen Materialstreifen handeln, auf dem mehrere Etiketten, insbesondere zwei oder mehr Etiketten, nebeneinander angeordnet sind.The carrier tape may in particular be a strip of material on which a plurality of labels, in particular two or more labels, are arranged side by side.

Das Trägerband kann insbesondere einen Kunststoff umfassen oder aus Kunststoff bestehen. Das Trägerband kann insbesondere flexibel ausgebildet sein. Dadurch kann das Trägerband auch beispielsweise zu einer Rolle aufgewickelt werden.The carrier tape may in particular comprise a plastic or consist of plastic. The carrier tape may in particular be designed to be flexible. As a result, the carrier tape can also be wound into a roll, for example.

Die auf dem Trägerband angeordneten Etiketten können eine höhere Festigkeit oder Steifigkeit als das Trägerband aufweisen. Dadurch kann das Lösen oder Loslösen der Etiketten durch die Umlenkung des Trägerbandes erreicht werden.The labels disposed on the carrier tape may have higher strength or stiffness than the carrier tape. Thereby, the release or detachment of the labels can be achieved by the deflection of the carrier tape.

Das Trägerband kann an der Umlenkeinrichtung vorbeiführbar sein, insbesondere derart, dass die auf dem Trägerband angeordneten Etiketten hintereinander an der Umlenkeinrichtung vorbeibewegt werden. Durch die Umlenkeinrichtung kann die Förderrichtung, in der das Trägerband bewegt wird, verändert werden. Unter "Umlenken" kann hierin also insbesondere verstanden werden, dass die Förderrichtung oder die Richtung in der das Trägerband verläuft, verändert wird.The carrier band can be guided past the deflection device, in particular in such a way that the labels arranged on the carrier band are moved one after the other past the deflection device. By the deflection, the conveying direction in which the carrier tape is moved, can be changed. By "diverting" can thus be understood in particular that the conveying direction or the direction in which the carrier tape extends, is changed.

Das Trägerband kann beim Vorbeiführen unter Zugspannung stehen. Es kann also eine Zugkraft, insbesondere entlang der Längsrichtung des Trägerbandes, auf das Trägerband wirken. Dadurch kann insbesondere eine vorherbestimmte Bandspannung erreicht werden.The carrier tape may be under tension when passing. It can therefore act on the carrier tape, in particular along the longitudinal direction of the carrier tape, a tensile force. As a result, in particular a predetermined belt tension can be achieved.

Die Einrichtung zum Bestimmen, ob ein Etikett von dem Trägerband gelöst werden oder auf diesem verbleiben soll, kann insbesondere derart ausgebildet und/oder konfiguriert sein, dass für jedes auf dem Trägerband angeordnete Etikett bestimmt wird, ob das Etikett vom Trägerband gelöst werden soll oder auf diesem verbleiben soll.The device for determining whether a label is to be detached from the carrier tape or to remain on it may in particular be designed and / or configured such that it is determined for each label disposed on the carrier tape whether the label is to be released from the carrier tape or on this should remain.

Die Umlenkeinrichtung kann insbesondere steuerbar oder schaltbar sein, so dass ein Etikett wahlweise vom Trägerband gelöst werden kann oder auf dem Trägerband belassen werden kann.The deflection device can in particular be controllable or switchable, so that a label can optionally be released from the carrier tape or left on the carrier tape.

Die Umlenkeinrichtung umfasst ein Umlenkelement, das wahlweise in einer ersten oder einer zweiten Position anordenbar ist, wobei das Trägerband in der ersten Position des Umlenkelements durch das Umlenkelement derart umgelenkt wird, dass sich ein auf dem Trägerband angeordnetes Etikett im Bereich des Umlenkelements von dem Trägerband löst und wobei das Trägerband in der zweiten Position des Umlenkelements schwächer umgelenkt wird, so dass ein auf dem Trägerband angeordnetes Etikett im Bereich des Umlenkelements auf dem Trägerband verbleibt.The deflection device comprises a deflection element, which can be arranged optionally in a first or a second position, the carrier strip being deflected in the first position of the deflection element by the deflection element such that a label arranged on the carrier strip detaches itself from the carrier strip in the area of the deflection element and wherein the carrier tape is deflected weaker in the second position of the deflecting element, so that a label arranged on the carrier tape remains in the region of the deflecting element on the carrier tape.

Unter "schwächer umlenken" kann hierin insbesondere verstanden werden, dass der Krümmungsradius des Trägerbandes im Bereich der Umlenkeinrichtung, im Falle, dass das Etikett am Trägerband verbleiben soll, größer ist, als im Fall, dass das Etikett vom Trägerband gelöst werden soll. Mit anderen Worten ist die Krümmung des Trägerbandes im Bereich der Umlenkeinrichtung größer, wenn das Etikett vom Trägerband gelöst werden soll.By "deflecting less" herein can be understood in particular that the radius of curvature of the carrier tape in the region of the deflection device, in the case that the label is to remain on the carrier tape, is greater than in the case that the label is to be detached from the carrier tape. In other words, the curvature of the carrier tape in the region of the deflection device is greater if the label is to be detached from the carrier tape.

Das Umlenkelement kann also, insbesondere etikettenweise, aktivierbar bzw. deaktivierbar sein, in dem es in die erste oder die zweite Position gebracht oder geschaltet wird.The deflecting element can therefore be activatable or deactivatable, in particular label-by-label, in that it is brought or switched into the first or the second position.

Das Umlenkelement der Umlenkeinrichtung umfasst eine Spendekante. Durch die Kante kann das Trägerband stark umgelenkt werden, so dass sich ein Etikett im Bereich der Kante vom Trägerband löst.The deflecting element of the deflecting device comprises a dispensing edge. By the edge of the carrier tape can be greatly deflected so that a label in the region of the edge of the carrier tape dissolves.

Das Mittel zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung kann in Förderrichtung des Trägerbandes vor oder nach der Umlenkeinrichtung angeordnet sein. Insbesondere wenn das Mittel zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung vor der Umlenkeinrichtung am Transportweg des Trägerbandes angeordnet ist, kann ein unerwünschtes Lösen oder Abschälen der Etiketten zuverlässig vermieden werden.The means for keeping constant the belt tension can be arranged in the conveying direction of the carrier belt before or after the deflecting device. In particular, if the means for keeping constant the belt tension is arranged in front of the deflection device on the transport path of the carrier tape, an unwanted loosening or peeling of the labels can be reliably avoided.

Das Mittel zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung umfasst ein Umlenkelement, das wahlweise in einer ersten oder einer zweiten Position anordenbar ist. Insbesondere kann das Umlenkelement in der ersten Position auf das Trägerband einen vorherbestimmten Druck ausüben und in der zweiten Position auf das Trägerband keinen Druck ausüben oder einen vorherbestimmten Druck, der kleiner ist, als der vorherbestimmte Druck in der ersten Position. Dadurch kann der Verringerung der Bandspannung auf Grund der schwächeren Umlenkung, wenn ein Etikett auf dem Trägerband verbleiben soll, Rechnung getragen werden.The means for keeping constant the band tension comprises a deflecting element, which can be arranged optionally in a first or a second position. Specifically, in the first position, the diverter member may exert a predetermined pressure on the carrier tape and, in the second position, exert no pressure on the carrier tape or a predetermined pressure that is less than the predetermined pressure in the first position. Thereby, the reduction of the belt tension due to the weaker deflection, if a label is to remain on the carrier tape, be taken into account.

Das Umlenkelement des Mittels zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung kann in der zweiten Position insbesondere vom Trägerband beabstandet sein, insbesondere dieses also nicht kontaktieren. In diesem Fall übt das Umlenkelement also keinen Druck auf das Trägerband aus. In diesem Fall kann insbesondere auch das Umlenkelement der Umlenkeinrichtung in der zweiten Position vom Trägerband beabstandet sein, insbesondere dieses also nicht kontaktieren.In the second position, the deflecting element of the means for keeping the strip tension constant can in particular be spaced apart from the carrier strip, ie in particular not contact it. In this case, the deflecting element thus exerts no pressure on the carrier tape. In this case, in particular, the deflecting element of the deflecting device in the second position may be spaced from the carrier tape, in particular so this does not contact.

Das Umlenkelement des Mittels zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung kann auch derart von einer ersten in eine zweite Position bringbar sein, dass die Wegänderung des Trägerbandes, die im Fall, dass das Etikett am Trägerband verbleiben soll, erhalten wird, ausgeglichen wird. Mit anderen Worten kann die Positionsänderung des Umlenkelements des Mittels zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung, insbesondere betragsmäßig und/oder richtungsmäßig, gleich der Positionsänderung des Trägerbandes im Bereich des Umlenkelements der Umlenkeinrichtung sein, insbesondere gleich der maximalen Positionsänderung des Trägerbandes.The deflecting element of the means for keeping the belt tension constant can also be brought from a first to a second position such that the path change of the carrier belt, in the case that the label is to remain on the carrier tape is obtained, is compensated. In other words, the change in position of the deflection element of the means for keeping the belt tension constant, in particular in terms of magnitude and / or direction, equal to the change in position of the carrier tape in the region of the deflection of the deflection, in particular equal to the maximum change in position of the carrier tape.

Das Mittel zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung kann eine Umlenkrolle umfassen. Insbesondere kann das Umlenkelement des Mittels zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung einer Umlenkrolle entsprechen. Durch die Umlenkrolle kann die Wegänderung des Trägerbandes, die im Fall, dass das Etikett am Trägerband verbleibt, erhalten wird, in einfacher Weise ausgeglichen werden. Die Umlenkrolle kann insbesondere um eine Achse der Umlenkrolle drehbar ausgebildet sein.The means for keeping constant the band tension may comprise a deflection roller. In particular, the deflecting element of the means for keeping the strip tension constant can correspond to a deflection roller. By the deflection roller, the path change of the carrier tape, which is obtained in the event that the label remains on the carrier tape is compensated in a simple manner. The deflection roller may in particular be designed to be rotatable about an axis of the deflection roller.

Unter einer Umlenkrolle kann hierin also ein im Wesentlichen zylindrisches Element verstanden werden, das insbesondere um eine Drehachse, insbesondere die Längsachse des Zylinders, drehbar ist. Das Trägerband kann dabei im Betrieb der Vorrichtung wenigstens teilweise an der Mantelfläche der Umlenkrolle anliegen.A deflection roller can thus be understood to mean a substantially cylindrical element that is rotatable in particular about a rotation axis, in particular the longitudinal axis of the cylinder. During operation of the device, the carrier strip can rest at least partially against the lateral surface of the deflection roller.

Der Normalabstand der Drehachse der Umlenkrolle in der ersten Position von der Drehachse der Umlenkrolle in der zweiten Position kann gleich sein dem Abstand des Umlenkelements der Umlenkeinrichtung in der ersten Position vom Umlenkelement der Umlenkeinrichtung in der zweiten Position.The normal distance of the rotation axis of the deflection roller in the first position from the rotation axis of the deflection roller in the second position may be equal to the distance of the deflection element of the deflection device in the first position from the deflection element of the deflection device in the second position.

Das Mittel zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung kann auch ein oder mehrere weitere Umlenkelemente, insbesondere Umlenkrollen, umfassen.The means for keeping the strip tension constant can also comprise one or more further deflection elements, in particular deflection rollers.

Beispielsweise kann das Mittel zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung zwei Umlenkrollen umfassen, wobei eine erste Umlenkrolle wahlweise in einer ersten oder einer zweiten Position anordenbar ist, und wobei die Drehachse einer zweiten Umlenkrolle ortsfest oder unbeweglich ist. Mit anderen Worten kann die Position der zweiten Umlenkrolle fixiert sein.For example, the means for keeping constant the belt tension comprise two deflection rollers, wherein a first deflection roller can be arranged optionally in a first or a second position, and wherein the axis of rotation of a second deflection roller is stationary or immovable. In other words, the position of the second deflection roller can be fixed.

Die Vorrichtung kann derart ausgebildet und/oder konfiguriert sein, dass, wenn sich das Umlenkelement der Umlenkeinrichtung in der ersten Position befindet, sich das Umlenkelement des Mittels zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung in der zweiten Position befindet, und, wenn sich das Umlenkelement der Umlenkeinrichtung in der zweiten Position befindet, sich das Umlenkelement des Mittels zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung in der ersten Position befindet.The device may be configured and / or configured such that when the diverting element of the diverter is in the first position, the diverting element of the belt tension maintaining means is in the second position, and if the deflection element of the deflection device is in the second position, the deflection element of the means for keeping constant the belt tension is in the first position.

Das Umlenkelement der Umlenkeinrichtung und das Umlenkelement des Mittels zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung können insbesondere miteinander gekoppelt sein, insbesondere elektronisch, hydraulisch, pneumatisch und/oder mechanisch. Dadurch können die Positionsänderung des Umlenkelements der Umlenkeinrichtung und die Positionsänderung des Umlenkelements des Mittels zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung synchronisiert werden, insbesondere gleichzeitig durchgeführt werden.The deflecting element of the deflecting device and the deflecting element of the means for keeping the belt tension constant can in particular be coupled to one another, in particular electronically, hydraulically, pneumatically and / or mechanically. As a result, the change in position of the deflection element of the deflection device and the change in position of the deflection element of the means for keeping the belt tension constant can be synchronized, in particular carried out simultaneously.

Die Vorrichtung kann also derart ausgebildet und/oder konfiguriert sein, dass, wenn das Umlenkelement der Umlenkeinrichtung von der ersten in die zweite Position gebracht wird, das Umlenkelement des Mittels zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung von der zweiten in die erste Position gebracht wird. In gleicher Weise kann die Vorrichtung derart ausgebildet und/oder konfiguriert sein, dass, wenn das Umlenkelement der Umlenkeinrichtung von der zweiten in die erste Position gebracht wird, das Umlenkelement des Mittels zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung von der ersten in die zweite Position gebracht wird.The device can thus be designed and / or configured such that, when the deflecting element of the deflecting device is brought from the first to the second position, the deflecting element of the means for keeping the belt tension constant is brought from the second to the first position. Likewise, the device may be configured and / or configured such that when the diverter of the diverter is moved from the second to the first position, the diverting member of the belt tension maintaining means is moved from the first to the second position.

Dadurch kann die Bandspannung des Trägerbandes trotz einer Positionsänderung des Umlenkelements der Umlenkeinrichtung durch eine Positionsänderung des Umlenkelements des Mittels zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung konstant gehalten werden. Dadurch kann eine kontinuierliche, gleichmäßige Bandspannung erreicht werden. Diese Positionsänderungen können insbesondere gleichzeitig oder zeitgleich geschehen.As a result, the belt tension of the carrier strip can be kept constant despite a change in position of the deflection element of the deflection device by a change in position of the deflection element of the means for keeping the belt tension constant. As a result, a continuous, uniform belt tension can be achieved. These position changes can be done in particular simultaneously or simultaneously.

Beispielsweise können die Positionsänderung des Umlenkelements der Umlenkeinrichtung und die Positionsänderung des Umlenkelements des Mittels zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung durch ein gemeinsames Verstellelement, beispielsweise einem gemeinsamen Pneumatikzylinder oder Hydraulikzylinder, bewirkt werden. Dabei können das Umlenkelement der Umlenkeinrichtung und das Umlenkelement des Mittels zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung insbesondere mechanisch gekoppelt sein.For example, the change in position of the deflecting element of the deflecting device and the change in position of the deflecting element of the means for keeping constant the belt tension can be effected by a common adjusting element, for example a common pneumatic cylinder or hydraulic cylinder. In this case, the deflecting element of the deflecting device and the deflecting element of the means for keeping the belt tension constant can in particular be mechanically coupled.

Das Umlenkelement der Umlenkeinrichtung und das Umlenkelement des Mittels zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung sind auf einer gemeinsamen Halteplatte angeordnet.The deflecting element of the deflecting device and the deflecting element of the means for keeping the strip tension constant are arranged on a common holding plate.

Die Einrichtung zum Bestimmen, ob ein Etikett vom Trägerband gelöst werden oder auf diesem verbleiben soll, kann eine Kontrolleinrichtung zum Kontrollieren der auf dem Trägerband angeordneten Etiketten umfassen. Dadurch können insbesondere fehlerhafte Etiketten festgestellt werden.The means for determining whether a label is to be detached from or to remain on the carrier tape may include a controller for controlling the carrier tape Include labels. As a result, in particular faulty labels can be detected.

Die Kontrolleinrichtung kann insbesondere einen optischen Sensor, insbesondere eine Kamera, und/oder einen Taster umfassen.The control device may in particular comprise an optical sensor, in particular a camera, and / or a push-button.

Die Einrichtung zum Bestimmen, ob ein Etikett vom Trägerband gelöst werden oder auf diesem verbleiben soll, kann außerdem ein Steuerungselement umfassen, das derart konfiguriert und/oder ausgebildet ist, dass es basierend auf einem Kontrollergebnis der Kontrolleinrichtung bestimmt, ob ein Etikett vom Trägerband gelöst werden soll oder nicht. Insbesondere kann das Steuerungselement derart konfiguriert und/oder ausgebildet sein, dass es bestimmt, dass ein Etikett auf dem Trägerband verbleiben soll, wenn das Etikett als fehlerhaft erkannt wurde.The means for determining whether a label is to be detached from or left on the carrier tape may further comprise a controller configured and / or configured to determine whether a label is released from the carrier tape based on a control result of the controller should or not. In particular, the control element may be configured and / or configured to determine that a label is to remain on the carrier tape if the label has been identified as being defective.

Das Steuerungselement kann auch zum Steuern der Umlenkeinrichtung und/oder des Mittels zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung vorgesehen sein. Insbesondere kann das Steuerungselement die Position wenigstens eines Umlenkelements der Umlenkeinrichtung und/oder wenigstens eines Umlenkelements des Mittels zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung steuern, insbesondere der oben genannten Umlenkelemente der Umlenkvorrichtung bzw. des Mittels zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung.The control element can also be provided for controlling the deflection device and / or the means for keeping the belt tension constant. In particular, the control element can control the position of at least one deflecting element of the deflecting device and / or at least one deflecting element of the means for keeping the strip tension constant, in particular the above-mentioned deflecting elements of the deflecting device or of the means for keeping the strip tension constant.

Die Erfindung stellt außerdem eine Etikettiervorrichtung zum Aufbringen von Etiketten auf Behälter bereit, umfassend eine oben beschriebene Vorrichtung zum selektiven Lösen von auf einem Trägerband angeordneten Etiketten, und eine Vorrichtung zum Aufbringen eines vom Trägerband gelösten Etiketts auf einem Behälter.The invention also provides a labeling apparatus for applying labels to containers, comprising a device for selectively releasing labels arranged on a carrier tape as described above, and a device for applying a label detached from the carrier tape to a container.

Die Vorrichtung zum selektiven Lösen von auf einem Trägerband angeordneten Etiketten kann insbesondere eines oder mehrere der oben genannten Merkmale umfassen.The device for the selective release of labels arranged on a carrier tape may, in particular, comprise one or more of the above-mentioned features.

Bei den Behältern kann es sich insbesondere um Behälter in der Pharmaindustrie oder in der Getränkeindustrie handeln. Beispielsweise können die Behälter Flaschen oder Dosen oder Ampullen sein.The containers may in particular be containers in the pharmaceutical industry or in the beverage industry. For example, the containers may be bottles or cans or ampoules.

Die Etiketten können insbesondere Selbstklebeetiketten sein. Auch die Etiketten und/oder das Trägerband können eines oder mehrere der oben genannten Merkmale umfassen.The labels may in particular be self-adhesive labels. The labels and / or the carrier tape may include one or more of the above features.

Die Etikettiervorrichtung kann außerdem eine Fördereinrichtung umfassen. Durch die Fördereinrichtung kann das Trägerband insbesondere an der Vorrichtung zum selektiven Lösen von auf einem Trägerband angeordneten Etiketten vorbeigeführt werden.The labeling device may further comprise a conveyor. By the conveyor, the carrier tape can be passed in particular on the device for selectively releasing arranged on a carrier tape labels.

Mit der Fördereinrichtung kann wenigstens ein Teil des Trägerbands entlang einer Förderstrecke unter Zugspannung gefördert werden. Die Fördereinrichtung kann dafür insbesondere mehrere Umlenkelemente umfassen. Die oben beschriebene Vorrichtung zum selektiven Lösen von auf einem Trägerband angeordneten Etiketten kann auch Teil der genannten Fördereinrichtung sein.With the conveyor, at least a portion of the carrier tape can be conveyed along a conveying path under tension. The conveyor may in particular comprise a plurality of deflecting elements. The above-described device for selectively releasing labels arranged on a carrier tape may also be part of the said conveyor.

Das Trägerband mit den darauf angeordneten Etiketten kann insbesondere in Form einer Rolle bereitgestellt werden. In diesem Fall kann die Etikettiervorrichtung auch eine Vorrichtung zum Anordnen der Trägerbandrolle umfassen. Von der Trägerbandrolle kann das Trägerband abgewickelt und der oben beschriebenen Fördereinrichtung zugeführt werden.The carrier tape with the labels arranged thereon can be provided in particular in the form of a roll. In this case, the labeling device may also comprise a device for arranging the carrier tape roll. From the carrier tape roll, the carrier tape can be unwound and fed to the conveyor described above.

Das Trägerband, von dem selektiv Etiketten gelöst wurden, kann nach der Vorrichtung zum selektiven Lösen von auf einem Trägerband angeordneten Etiketten erneut zu einer Rolle aufgerollt werden. Diese Rolle kann dann beispielsweise vernichtet oder der Wiederverwertung zugeführt werden. Dafür kann die Etikettiervorrichtung eine Aufrolleinrichtung umfassen.The carrier tape from which labels have been selectively released may be rewound into a roll after the apparatus for selectively releasing labels disposed on a carrier tape. This role can then be destroyed, for example, or recycled. For this, the labeling device may comprise a retractor.

Alternativ kann das Trägerband, von dem selektiv Etiketten gelöst wurden, am Ende der Förderstrecke nach der Vorrichtung zum selektiven Lösen von auf einem Trägerband angeordneten Etiketten auch zerstört, insbesondere zerschnitten, werden. Dafür kann die Etikettiervorrichtung eine Zerstöreinrichtung umfassen. In diesem Fall wird das Trägerband also nicht mehr zu einer Rolle aufgerollt, sondern kann beispielsweise direkt in einen Sammelbehälter geleitet werden. Dadurch kann das Entfernen einer Rolle des verwendeten Trägerbandes von einer Aufrolleinrichtung, das ein Unterbrechen der Etikettierung nötig machen könnte, vermieden werden.Alternatively, the carrier tape from which labels have been selectively released, at the end of the conveying path after the device for selectively releasing arranged on a carrier tape labels also destroyed, in particular cut, are. For this, the labeling device may comprise a destruction device. In this case, the carrier tape is therefore no longer rolled up into a roll, but can for example be passed directly into a collection container. Thereby, the removal of a roll of the carrier tape used by a retractor, which could make it necessary to interrupt the labeling, can be avoided.

Alternativ können auch nur die auf dem Trägerband verbleibenden Etiketten durch eine Zerstöreinrichtung unbrauchbar gemacht werden und das verbleibende Trägerband anschließend mit einer Aufrolleinrichtung aufgerollt werden.Alternatively, only the remaining on the carrier tape labels can be made useless by a Zerstöreinrichtung and then the remaining carrier tape are rolled up with a retractor.

Die Erfindung stellt außerdem ein Verfahren zum selektiven Lösen von auf einem Trägerband angeordneten Etiketten bereit, umfassend:

  • Bereitstellen einer erfindungsgemäßen Vorrichtung zum selektiven Lösen von auf einem Trägerband angeordneten Etiketten;
  • Bereitstellen von mehreren auf einem Trägerband angeordneten Etiketten, und
  • Bestimmen, ob ein Etikett vom Trägerband gelöst werden oder auf diesem verbleiben soll,
  • wobei, wenn das Etikett gelöst werden soll, das Trägerband derart umgelenkt wird, dass sich das Etikett vom Trägerband löst, und, wenn das Etikett auf dem Trägerband verbleiben soll, das Trägerband schwächer umgelenkt wird, so dass das Etikett am Trägerband verbleibt, und
  • wobei die Bandspannung des Trägerbandes konstant gehalten wird.
The invention also provides a method of selectively releasing labels disposed on a carrier tape, comprising:
  • Providing a device according to the invention for the selective release of labels arranged on a carrier tape;
  • Providing a plurality of labels arranged on a carrier tape, and
  • Determining whether a label is to be detached from or left on the carrier tape,
  • wherein, when the label is to be released, the carrier tape is deflected such that the label detaches from the carrier tape, and, if the label is to remain on the carrier tape, the carrier tape is deflected weaker, so that the label remains on the carrier tape, and
  • wherein the tape tension of the carrier tape is kept constant.

Dadurch kann ein zuverlässigeres Detektieren von Fehlern der Etiketten mit einer vorgeschalteten Kontrolleinrichtung erreicht werden.Thereby, a more reliable detection of errors of the labels can be achieved with an upstream control device.

Die Verfahrensschritte können teilweise oder vollständig automatisch, insbesondere mit einer Vorrichtung zum selektiven Lösen von auf einem Trägerband angeordneten Etiketten oder einer Etikettiervorrichtung, durchgeführt werden.The method steps can be performed partially or completely automatically, in particular with a device for the selective release of labels arranged on a carrier tape or a labeling device.

Das Verfahren kann insbesondere ein Bereitstellen einer oben genannten Vorrichtung zum selektiven Lösen von auf einem Trägerband angeordneten Etiketten oder einer oben beschriebenen Etikettiervorrichtung umfassen.In particular, the method may comprise providing an above-mentioned device for selectively releasing labels arranged on a carrier tape or a labeling device as described above.

Die Bandspannung kann insbesondere im Fall, dass ein Etikett am Trägerband verbleibt konstant gehalten werden. Unter "konstant" kann hierin konstant gegenüber dem Fall, dass ein Etikett vom Trägerband gelöst wird, verstanden werden. Mit anderen Worten kann die Bandspannung derart kontrolliert oder beeinflusst werden, dass sie trotz des schwächeren Umlenkens des Trägerbandes im Fall, dass das Etikett am Trägerband verbleibt, im Wesentlichen konstant bleibt.The band tension can be kept constant, in particular in the case where a label remains on the carrier band. As used herein, "constant" may be construed to be constant with respect to the case where a label is released from the carrier tape. In other words, the tape tension can be controlled or influenced in such a way that, despite the weaker deflection of the carrier tape in the event that the label remains on the carrier tape, it remains substantially constant.

Das Verfahren kann insbesondere ein Kontrollieren der auf dem Trägerband angeordneten Etiketten umfassen, insbesondere, wobei das Bestimmen, ob ein Etikett vom Trägerband gelöst werden oder auf diesem verbleiben soll, basierend auf dem Ergebnis des Kontrollierens durchgeführt wird. Insbesondere wenn das Etikett als fehlerhaft erkannt wird, kann bestimmt werden, dass das Etikett auf dem Trägerband verbleiben soll. Wenn ein Etikett fehlerfrei ist, kann insbesondere bestimmt werden, dass das Etikett vom Trägerband gelöst werden soll. Dadurch können fehlerfreie Etiketten auf Behälter aufgebracht werden, während zuverlässig verhindert wird, dass fehlerhafte Etiketten auf Behälter aufgebracht werden.In particular, the method may include controlling the labels disposed on the carrier tape, in particular, wherein determining whether a label is to be detached from the carrier tape or to remain on it is performed based on the result of the checking. In particular, if the label is recognized as defective, it may be determined that the label should remain on the carrier tape. In particular, if a label is faultless, it may be determined that the label is to be released from the carrier tape. This allows flawless labels to be applied to containers while reliably preventing faulty labels from being applied to containers.

Das Verfahren zum selektiven Lösen von auf einem Trägerband angeordneten Etiketten kann insbesondere Teil eines Verfahrens zum Etikettieren von Behältern sein.The method for selectively releasing labels arranged on a carrier tape may in particular be part of a method for labeling containers.

Weitere Merkmale und Vorteile der Erfindung werden nachfolgend anhand der beispielhaften Figuren erläutert. Dabei zeigt

Figur 1
einen Teil eines beispielhaften Trägerbands mit darauf angeordneten Etiketten;
Figur 2a - 2c
eine beispielhafte Vorrichtung zum selektiven Lösen von auf einem Trägerband angeordneten Etiketten;
Figur 3
einen Teil einer beispielhaften Etikettiervorrichtung;
Figur 4
eine perspektivische Ansicht einer beispielhaften Vorrichtung zum selektiven Lösen von auf einem Trägerband angeordneten Etiketten;
Figur 5
eine Draufsicht auf eine beispielhafte Umlenkeinrichtung einer Vorrichtung zum selektiven Lösen von auf einem Trägerband angeordneten Etiketten;
Figur 6
eine Draufsicht auf eine beispielhafte Vorrichtung zum selektiven Lösen von auf einem Trägerband angeordneten Etiketten; und
Figur 7
eine Seitenansicht der beispielhaften Vorrichtung zum selektiven Lösen von auf einem Trägerband angeordneten Etiketten aus Figur 6.
Further features and advantages of the invention will be explained below with reference to the exemplary figures. It shows
FIG. 1
a portion of an exemplary carrier tape having labels thereon;
Figure 2a - 2c
an exemplary device for selectively releasing arranged on a carrier tape labels;
FIG. 3
a part of an exemplary labeling device;
FIG. 4
a perspective view of an exemplary device for selectively releasing arranged on a carrier tape labels;
FIG. 5
a top view of an exemplary deflection of a device for selectively releasing arranged on a carrier tape labels;
FIG. 6
a plan view of an exemplary device for selectively releasing arranged on a carrier tape labels; and
FIG. 7
a side view of the exemplary device for selectively releasing arranged on a carrier tape labels FIG. 6 ,

Insbesondere in der Lebensmittelindustrie werden Etiketten häufig aus einem Etikettenmagazin entnommen, durch eine Palette mit einer Haftmittelschicht versehen und schließlich auf einen Behälter aufgebracht.In particular, in the food industry labels are often removed from a label magazine, provided by a pallet with an adhesive layer and finally applied to a container.

Alternativ dazu werden in der Lebensmittelindustrie, insbesondere in der Getränkeindustrie, aber auch beispielsweise in der Pharmaindustrie, sogenannte selbstklebende Etiketten verwendet. Dabei werden üblicherweise eine Vielzahl von Etiketten mittels einer Haftmittelschicht auf einem Trägerband angeordnet, wobei das Haftmittel insbesondere eine lange offene Zeit aufweist. Das Trägerband mit den darauf angeordneten Etiketten kann dann beispielsweise in aufgerollter Form in eine Etikettiervorrichtung eingebracht werden. In der Etikettiervorrichtung können die Etiketten dann einzeln vom Trägerelement abgelöst und auf Behälter, insbesondere Flaschen, aufgebracht werden. Da die Etiketten bereits mit einer Haftmittelschicht versehen sind, ist eine zusätzliche Beleimung der Etiketten in der Etikettiervorrichtung in diesem Fall nicht erforderlich. Daher kann auf Paletten und Leimzylinder verzichtet werden.Alternatively, so-called self-adhesive labels are used in the food industry, especially in the beverage industry, but also for example in the pharmaceutical industry. In this case, a plurality of labels are usually arranged by means of an adhesive layer on a carrier tape, wherein the adhesive in particular has a long open time. The carrier tape with the labels arranged thereon can then be rolled up, for example Form are introduced into a labeling device. In the labeling device, the labels can then be removed individually from the carrier element and applied to containers, in particular bottles. Since the labels are already provided with an adhesive layer, an additional gluing the labels in the labeling device is not required in this case. Therefore, can be dispensed pallets and glue cylinder.

Figur 1 zeigt einen Teil eines beispielhaften Trägerbandes 1, auf dem vier Etiketten 2 nebeneinander angeordnet, insbesondere aufgeklebt, sind. Auf der Rückseite der Etiketten ist eine Haftmittelschicht angeordnet, über die die Etiketten 2 mit dem Trägerband 1 verklebt sind. Auf der Vorderseite der Etiketten können Informationen abgedruckt sein, die beispielsweise den Inhalt der zu etikettierenden Behälter genauer spezifiziert. FIG. 1 shows a part of an exemplary carrier tape 1 on which four labels 2 arranged side by side, in particular glued, are. On the back of the labels an adhesive layer is arranged, via which the labels 2 are glued to the carrier tape 1. On the front of the labels information can be printed, which specifies, for example, the content of the container to be labeled in more detail.

In einer beispielhaften Etikettiervorrichtung kann das Trägerband 1 dann in seiner Längsrichtung an einer Vorrichtung zum selektiven Lösen von auf einem Trägerband angeordneten Etiketten vorbeigeführt werden. Dies ist in den Figuren 2a bis 2c illustriert.In an exemplary labeling device, the carrier tape 1 can then be guided in its longitudinal direction on a device for selectively releasing arranged on a carrier tape labels. This is in the FIGS. 2a to 2c illustrated.

In dem Beispiel, das in Figur 2a schematisch dargestellt wird, werden die Etiketten 2 auf dem Trägerband 1 hintereinander der Vorrichtung 3 zum selektiven Lösen von auf einem Trägerband angeordneten Etiketten zugeführt. Die Vorrichtung 3 umfasst ein Umlenkelement in Form einer Spendekante 4, die, wie in Figur 2a gezeigt, das Trägerband 1 derart umlenkt, dass ein Etikett 2 im Bereich der Spendekante 4 vom Trägerband 1 abgelöst oder entfernt wird. Das derart abgelöste Etikett 2 kann daraufhin von einem Greifmechanismus übernommen und auf einen Behälter aufgebracht werden. Der Greifmechanismus und der Behälter sind jedoch in Figur 2a nicht dargestellt.In the example that is in FIG. 2a is shown schematically, the labels 2 on the carrier tape 1 in succession to the device 3 for selectively releasing arranged on a carrier tape labels supplied. The device 3 comprises a deflecting element in the form of a dispensing edge 4, which, as in FIG. 2a shown, the carrier tape 1 deflects such that a label 2 is detached or removed in the region of the dispensing edge 4 from the carrier tape 1. The thus detached label 2 can then be taken over by a gripping mechanism and applied to a container. However, the gripping mechanism and the container are in FIG. 2a not shown.

Wenn ein Etikett auf dem Trägerband 1 verbleiben soll, beispielsweise auf Grund eines fehlerhaften Etiketts, kann die Spendekante 4 in eine zweite Position gebracht werden. Wenn die Spendekante 4 in der zweiten Position ist, wird das Trägerband 1 schwächer umgelenkt, so dass ein Etikett 2 am Trägerband 1 verbleibt. Dazu kann die Spendekante 4 in der zweiten Position von dem Trägerband 1 beabstandet sein oder das Trägerband mit einem geringeren Druck beaufschlagen als in der in Figur 2a illustrierten ersten Position. Die auf dem Trägerband 1 verbleibenden Etiketten 2 können in Folge zerstört, insbesondere zerschnitten, werden und/oder mit dem Trägerband 1 erneut zu einer Rolle aufgerollt werden.If a label is to remain on the carrier tape 1, for example because of a faulty label, the dispensing edge 4 can be brought into a second position. When the dispensing edge 4 is in the second position, the carrier tape 1 is deflected weaker, so that a label 2 remains on the carrier tape 1. For this purpose, the dispensing edge 4 may be spaced apart from the carrier tape 1 in the second position or act on the carrier tape with a lower pressure than in the FIG. 2a illustrated first position. The remaining on the carrier tape 1 labels 2 can be destroyed in a row, in particular cut, and / or be rewound with the carrier tape 1 again to a roll.

Durch das Schalten der Spendekante 4 von der ersten Position, die in Figur 2a illustriert ist, in die zweite Position, die in Figur 2b dargestellt ist, kommt es zu einem Nachlassen der Bandspannung, da sich der Weg des Trägerbandes ändert. Insbesondere, wenn zum Kontrollieren der Etiketten 2 eine Kamera eingesetzt wird, kann dieses Nachlassen der Spannung des Trägerbandes zu Fehlern bei der Detektion von fehlerhaften Etiketten führen. Die Erfinder der vorliegenden Anmeldung haben festgestellt, dass mit dem Nachlassen der Bandspannung Schwingungen des Trägerbandes 1 verbunden sein können, die eine zuverlässige Detektion von fehlerhaften Etiketten verhindern oder wenigstens erschweren.By switching the dispensing edge 4 from the first position, in FIG. 2a is illustrated, in the second position, in FIG. 2b is shown, there is a decrease in the belt tension, because the path of the carrier tape changes. In particular, if a camera is used to control the labels 2, this decrease in the tension of the carrier tape can lead to errors in the detection of defective labels. The inventors of the present application have found that with the release of the belt tension vibrations of the carrier tape 1 can be connected, which prevent reliable detection of faulty labels or at least complicate.

Daher umfasst die in den Figuren 2a und 2b dargestellte Vorrichtung 3 zum selektiven Lösen von auf einem Trägerband angeordneten Etiketten ein Mittel 5 zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung des Trägerbandes, insbesondere im Fall, dass das Etikett am Trägerband verbleibt, und somit die Spendekante 4 in die zweite Position gebracht wird. Das Mittel 5 zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung ist in diesem Beispiel in Transportrichtung des Trägerbandes vor der Vorrichtung 3 zum selektiven Lösen von auf einem Trägerband angeordneten Etiketten angeordnet. Alternativ kann das Mittel 5 aber auch nach der Vorrichtung 3 angeordnet sein.Therefore, the includes in the FIGS. 2a and 2b illustrated device 3 for selectively releasing arranged on a carrier tape labels means 5 for keeping constant the tape tension of the carrier tape, in particular in the case that the label remains on the carrier tape, and thus the dispensing edge 4 is brought into the second position. The means 5 for keeping constant the belt tension is arranged in this example in the transport direction of the carrier tape in front of the device 3 for the selective release of arranged on a carrier tape labels. Alternatively, the means 5 can also be arranged after the device 3.

In diesem Beispiel umfasst das Mittel 5 zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung ein Umlenkelement in Form einer Umlenkrolle 11. Das Mittel 5 umfasst außerdem eine zweite Umlenkrolle 10, die ortsfest ausgebildet ist. Die Drehachse der zweiten Umlenkrolle 10 kann also nicht in ihrer Position verändert werden.In this example, the means 5 for keeping the strip tension constant comprises a deflection element in the form of a deflection roller 11. The means 5 also comprises a second deflection roller 10, which is formed stationary. The axis of rotation of the second guide roller 10 can not be changed in position.

Wenn die Spendekante 4 in der ersten Position angeordnet ist und somit Etiketten vom Trägerband 1 gelöst werden, ist die Umlenkrolle 11 des Mittels 5 in einer ersten Position angeordnet.If the dispensing edge 4 is arranged in the first position and thus labels are detached from the carrier tape 1, the deflection roller 11 of the means 5 is arranged in a first position.

Wird die Spendekante 4 jedoch in die zweite Position, wie in Figur 2b illustriert, geschaltet, wird die Umlenkrolle 11 des Mittels 5 ebenfalls in eine zweite Position geschaltet. Die Positionsänderung der Umlenkrolle 11 ist betragsmäßig und richtungsmäßig gleich der Positionsänderung der Spendekante 4. Damit kann die Bandspannung des Trägerbandes 1 trotz der Positionsänderung der Spendekante 4 konstant gehalten werden. Die Erfinder der vorliegenden Anmeldung haben festgestellt, dass dadurch Fehler in vorgeschalteten Kontrolleinrichtungen verhindert oder wenigstens minimiert werden können.However, the dispensing edge 4 is in the second position, as in FIG. 2b illustrated, switched, the guide roller 11 of the means 5 is also switched to a second position. The change in position of the guide roller 11 in terms of magnitude and direction equal to the change in position of the dispensing edge 4. Thus, the belt tension of the carrier tape 1 can be kept constant despite the change in position of the dispensing edge 4. The inventors of the present application have found that this can prevent or at least minimize errors in upstream control devices.

Die schaltbare Spendekante 4 und die Umlenkrolle 11 des Mittels 5 sind in diesem Fall insbesondere mechanisch gekoppelt, so dass das Umschalten zwischen den Positionen zeitlich synchronisiert stattfindet. Das Umschalten kann mittels eines gemeinsamen Pneumatikzylinders durchgeführt werden. Damit kann gewährleistet werden, dass die Bandspannung des Trägerbandes 1 kontinuierlich auf einem konstanten Wert gehalten wird.The switchable dispensing edge 4 and the deflection roller 11 of the means 5 are in this case in particular mechanically coupled, so that the switching between the positions takes place synchronized in time. The switching can be carried out by means of a common pneumatic cylinder. This can be ensured that the belt tension of the carrier tape 1 is kept continuously at a constant value.

In Figur 2c ist die Positionsänderung nochmals in einer größeren Darstellung illustriert. Die Spendekante 4 ist von einer ersten Position A in eine zweite Position B bringbar. In der ersten Position A wird das Trägerband 1 derart umgelenkt, dass sich am Trägerband 1 haftende Etiketten 2 vom Trägerband 1 lösen. In der zweiten Position B wird das Trägerband 1 schwächer umgelenkt, so dass sich am Trägerband 1 haftende Etiketten 2 nicht vom Trägerband 1 lösen, sondern darauf verbleiben. Dies ist in Figur 2c durch die gestrichelten Linien angedeutet.In Figure 2c the position change is again illustrated in a larger view. The dispensing edge 4 can be brought from a first position A into a second position B. In the first position A, the carrier tape 1 is deflected in such a way that labels 2 adhering to the carrier tape 1 detach from the carrier tape 1. In the second position B, the carrier tape 1 is deflected weaker, so that adhering to the carrier tape 1 labels 2 do not detach from the carrier tape 1, but remain thereon. This is in Figure 2c indicated by the dashed lines.

Der Abstand der Position A von der Position B ist mit x2 bezeichnet. Mit anderen Worten kann die Spendekante 4 um die Strecke x2 in einer Richtung bewegt werden.The distance of position A from position B is indicated by x 2 . In other words, the dispensing edge 4 can be moved by the distance x 2 in one direction.

Die Umlenkrolle 11 ist ebenfalls zwischen zwei Positionen schaltbar ausgebildet. Dies wird in Figur 2c durch einen Doppelpfeil angedeutet. Der Abstand der Drehachse der Umlenkrolle 11 in den beiden Positionen ist mit x1 bezeichnet.The guide roller 11 is also formed switchable between two positions. This will be in Figure 2c indicated by a double arrow. The distance between the axis of rotation of the guide roller 11 in the two positions is designated by x 1 .

Um die Bandspannung konstant zu halten gilt in diesem Fall, dass x1 gleich x2 ist, also x1 = x2.In order to keep the band tension constant it holds in this case that x 1 is equal to x 2 , ie x 1 = x 2 .

Es ist denkbar, dass das Umlenkelement 4 der Umlenkeinrichtung in der zweiten Position vom Trägerband 1 beabstandet ist. In diesem Fall kann die Wegänderung des Trägerbandes 1 im Bereich des Umlenkelements 4 der Umlenkeinrichtung kleiner sein, als der Abstand der Position A von der Position B des Umlenkelements 4. Um die Bandspannung konstant zu halten kann in diesem Fall die Positionsänderung der Umlenkrolle 11, x1, gleich sein der Positionsänderung des Trägerbandes 1 im Bereich des Umlenkelements 4, insbesondere senkrecht zur Oberfläche des Trägerbandes 1.It is conceivable that the deflecting element 4 of the deflecting device is spaced from the carrier tape 1 in the second position. In this case, the path change of the carrier tape 1 in the region of the deflection element 4 of the deflection device may be smaller than the distance of the position A from the position B of the deflection element 4. In order to keep the belt tension constant, the position change of the deflection roller 11, x 1 , be equal to the change in position of the carrier tape 1 in the region of the deflection element 4, in particular perpendicular to the surface of the carrier tape first

Figur 3 zeigt eine Draufsicht einer beispielhaften Etikettiervorrichtung zum Aufbringen von Selbstklebeetiketten auf Behälter. Die beispielhafte Etikettiervorrichtung umfasst zwei Bereitstellbereiche, in denen Trägerbandrollen 6 und 7 angeordnet werden können. Auf den Trägerbandrollen 6 bzw. 7 können mehrere Etiketten angeordnet, insbesondere aufgeklebt sein. FIG. 3 shows a plan view of an exemplary labeling device for applying self-adhesive labels on containers. The exemplary labeling apparatus comprises two staging areas in which carrier tape rolls 6 and 7 can be arranged. On the carrier tape rolls 6 and 7, a plurality of labels can be arranged, in particular glued.

Wahlweise von der ersten Trägerbandrolle 6 oder der zweiten Trägerbandrolle 7 kann ein Trägerband 1 abgewickelt werden und über mehrere Umlenkelemente mit Hilfe einer Transportvorrichtung an einer Vorrichtung 3 zum selektiven Lösen von auf dem Trägerband 1 angeordneten Etiketten vorbeigeführt werden. Dabei kann das Trägerband 1 insbesondere unter mechanischer Spannung stehen. Es kann also eine Kraft gegen die Förderrichtung des Trägerbandes 1 auf das Trägerband wirken, die eine Auslenkung des Trägerbandes 1 senkrecht zur Förderrichtung erschwert. Die Kraft gegen die Förderrichtung kann beispielsweise Haftreibung zwischen dem Trägerband 1 und Umlenkelementen sein oder Haftreibung des Trägerbandes auf der Trägerbandrolle 6 oder 7.Optionally from the first carrier tape roll 6 or the second carrier tape roll 7, a carrier tape 1 can be unwound and passed over a plurality of deflection by means of a transport device to a device 3 for selectively releasing arranged on the carrier tape 1 labels. In this case, the carrier tape 1 are in particular under mechanical tension. Thus, it can act on the carrier tape a force against the conveying direction of the carrier tape 1, which makes it difficult to deflect the carrier tape 1 perpendicular to the conveying direction. The force against the conveying direction, for example, static friction between the carrier tape 1 and deflecting or static friction of the carrier tape on the carrier tape roll 6 or 7

Es können insbesondere zwei Trägerrollen 6 und 7 vorgesehen sein, um eine kontinuierliche Etikettierung zu erlauben, wenn das Ende einer Trägerbandrolle erreicht ist.In particular, two carrier rolls 6 and 7 may be provided to allow continuous labeling when the end of a carrier tape roll is reached.

Im Bereich der Vorrichtung 3 ist auch eine Kontrolleinrichtung 9 vorgesehen, die fehlerhafte Etiketten erkennen kann. Ein nicht gezeigtes Steuerungselement kann basierend auf dem Ergebnis der Kontrolle bestimmen, ob ein Etikett von dem Trägerband 1 gelöst werden oder auf diesem verbleiben soll. Insbesondere wenn ein Etikett als fehlerhaft erkannt wird, kann bestimmt werden, dass das Etikett auf dem Trägerband 1 verbleibt. In diesem Fall kann das Etikett mit dem Trägerband 1 im Endbereich 8 der Förderstrecke des Trägerbandes zerstört oder erneut zu einer Rolle aufgewickelt werden.In the area of the device 3, a control device 9 is provided, which can detect faulty labels. A control element, not shown, may determine whether to release or remain on the carrier tape 1 based on the result of the check. In particular, if a label is recognized as defective, it can be determined that the label remains on the carrier tape 1. In this case, the label can be destroyed with the carrier tape 1 in the end region 8 of the conveying path of the carrier tape or rewound into a roll.

Die Vorrichtung 3 kann insbesondere, wie in den Figuren 2a bis 2c illustriert, betrieben werden. Wenn also die Umlenkeinrichtung der Vorrichtung 3 das Trägerband 1 derart umlenkt, dass das Etikett vom Trägerband gelöst wird, kann das Mittel zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung deaktiviert sein, und, wenn die Umlenkeinrichtung das Trägerband 1 schwächer umlenkt, so dass das Etikett am Trägerband verbleibt, kann das Mittel zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung des Trägerbandes 1 aktiviert werden. In diesem Fall kann beispielsweise die Position einer Umlenkrolle verändert werden, so dass dem schwächeren Umlenken des Trägerbandes 1 Rechnung getragen werden kann.The device 3 can in particular, as in the FIGS. 2a to 2c illustrated, operated. Thus, if the deflection device of the device 3 deflects the carrier tape 1 in such a way that the label is detached from the carrier tape, the means for keeping the tape tension constant can be deactivated and, if the deflecting device deflects the carrier tape 1 weaker, so that the label remains on the carrier tape, If necessary, the means for keeping the belt tension of the carrier belt 1 constant can be activated. In this case, for example, the position of a deflection roller can be changed, so that the weaker deflection of the carrier tape 1 can be taken into account.

In Figur 4 ist eine beispielhafte Vorrichtung 3 zum selektiven Lösen von auf einem Trägerband angeordneten Etiketten dargestellt. In dieser perspektivischen Ansicht der Vorrichtung 3 ist eine Spendekante 4 ersichtlich sowie ein Mittel 5 zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung des Trägerbandes im Fall, dass das Etikett am Trägerband verbleibt, wobei dieses Mittel 5 zwei Umlenkrollen umfasst.In FIG. 4 an exemplary device 3 for selectively releasing labels arranged on a carrier tape is shown. In this perspective view of the device 3, a dispensing edge 4 can be seen, as well as a means 5 for keeping constant the tape tension of the carrier tape in the event that the label remains on the carrier tape, this means 5 comprising two deflection rollers.

In Figur 5 ist die zweite Position der Spendekante 4 gezeigt, in welcher das Trägerband schwächer umgelenkt wird, so dass ein am Trägerband angeordnetes Etikett am Trägerband verbleibt.In FIG. 5 the second position of the dispensing edge 4 is shown, in which the carrier tape is deflected weaker, so that a label arranged on the carrier tape remains on the carrier tape.

Figur 6 zeigt eine Draufsicht auf die beispielhafte Vorrichtung 3, die in Figur 4 perspektivisch dargestellt wurde. In Figur 6 ist ersichtlich, dass das Mittel 5 zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung in diesem Beispiel zwei Umlenkrollen 10 und 11 umfasst. Die Umlenkrolle 11 ist in diesem Beispiel mit der Spendekante 4 mechanisch gekoppelt, so dass, wenn die Spendekante 4 von einer ersten in eine zweite Position gebracht wird, die Umlenkrolle 11 synchron von einer ersten in eine zweite Position gebracht wird. In Figur 7 ist eine Seitenansicht der beispielhaften Vorrichtung 3 aus Figur 6 gezeigt. Darin ist ersichtlich, dass die mechanische Kopplung zwischen der Spendekante 4 und der Umlenkrolle 11 eine Druckfeder 12 umfasst. FIG. 6 shows a plan view of the exemplary device 3, which in FIG. 4 was shown in perspective. In FIG. 6 It can be seen that the means 5 for keeping constant the belt tension in this example comprises two pulleys 10 and 11. The guide roller 11 is in mechanically coupled to this example with the dispensing edge 4, so that when the dispensing edge 4 is brought from a first to a second position, the guide roller 11 is brought synchronously from a first to a second position. In FIG. 7 is a side view of the exemplary device 3 from FIG. 6 shown. It can be seen that the mechanical coupling between the dispensing edge 4 and the guide roller 11 comprises a compression spring 12.

Wenn die Spendekante 4 in eine zweite Position geschaltet wird, in der das Trägerband schwächer umgelenkt wird, so dass ein auf dem Trägerband angeordnetes Etikett auf dem Trägerband verbleibt, kann die Umlenkrolle 11 durch die Druckfeder 12 mit einer Federkraft beaufschlagt werden, so dass die Umlenkrolle 11 in eine zweite Position gebracht wird und somit die Bandspannung des Trägerbandes konstant hält.If the dispensing edge 4 is switched to a second position, in which the carrier tape is deflected weaker, so that a label arranged on the carrier tape remains on the carrier tape, the guide roller 11 can be acted upon by the compression spring 12 with a spring force, so that the deflection roller 11 is brought into a second position and thus keeps the band tension of the carrier tape constant.

Alternativ oder zusätzlich zu dem oben genannten Beispiel, in dem das Mittel zum Konstanthalten der Bandspannung Umlenkelemente umfasst, kann das Mittel auch die Bandspannung in anderer Weise konstant halten, beispielsweise, indem während einer vorherbestimmten Zeitdauer die Fördergeschwindigkeit des Trägerbandes an einem Ende der Förderstrecke erhöht oder verringert wird.Alternatively, or in addition to the above-mentioned example, in which the means for keeping the strip tension constant deflecting elements, the means may also keep the belt tension constant in another way, for example, by increasing the conveying speed of the carrier tape at one end of the conveyor line or for a predetermined period of time is reduced.

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  1. Device (3) for the selective release of labels (2) arranged on a carrier tape (1), comprising:
    a device to determine whether a label (2) should be released from the carrier tape (1) or should remain on this;
    a deflection device, which is formed in such a way that, if a label (2) should be released from the carrier tape (1), the carrier tape (1) is deflected in such a way that the label (2) is released from the carrier tape (1), and, if a label (2) should remain on the carrier tape (1), the carrier tape (1) is deflected more lightly, such that the label (2) remains on the carrier tape (1); and
    a means (5) to maintain the tape tension of the carrier tape (1);
    wherein the deflection device comprises a dispensing edge (4);
    wherein the dispensing edge (4) is able to be arranged either in a first or
    a second position,
    wherein the carrier tape (1) is deflected by the dispensing edge (4) in the first position in such a way that a label (2) arranged on the carrier tape (1) releases from the carrier tape (1) in the region of the dispensing edge (4); and
    wherein the carrier tape (1) is deflected more lightly in the second position, such that a label (2) arranged on the carrier tape (1) remains on the carrier tape (1) in the region of the dispensing edge (4); and
    wherein the means (5) to maintain the tape tension comprises a deflection element (10; 11), which is able to be arranged either in a first or a second position,
    characterised in that
    the dispensing edge (4) and the deflection element (10; 11) of the means (5) to maintain the tape tension are arranged on a common retaining plate.
  2. Device according to claim 1, wherein the means (5) to maintain the tape tension comprises at least one deflection roller.
  3. Device according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the device is formed and/or configured in such a way that, if the dispensing edge (4) is situated in the first position, the deflection element (10;11) of the means (5) to maintain the tape tension is situated in the second position, and, if the dispensing edge (4) is situated in the second position, the deflection element (10; 11) of the means (5) to maintain the tape tension is situated in the first position.
  4. Device according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the dispensing edge (4) and the deflection element (10; 11) of the means (5) to maintain the tape tension are coupled to each other, in particular electronically, hydraulically, pneumatically and/or mechanically.
  5. Device according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the device is formed and/or configured in such a way that, if the dispensing edge (4) is brought from the first into the second position, the deflection element (10;11) of the means (5) to maintain the tape tension is brought from the second into the first position.
  6. Device according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the device to determine whether a label should be released from the carrier tape or should remain on this comprises a control device (9) to control the labels arranged on the carrier tape.
  7. Labelling device to apply labels to containers, comprising a device (3) according to one of the preceding claims for the selective release of labels (2) arranged on a carrier tape (1) and a device to apply a label (2) released from the carrier tape (1) to a container.
  8. Method for the selective release of labels (2) arranged on a carrier tape (1), comprising the steps:
    provision of a device (3) for the selective release of labels (2) arranged on a carrier tape (1) according to one of claims 1 to 6;
    provision of several labels (2) arranged on a carrier tape (1); and
    determination as to whether a label (2) should be released from the carrier tape (1) or should remain on this;
    wherein, if the label (2) should be released, the carrier tape (1) is deflected in such a way that the label (2) releases from the carrier tape (1), and, if the label (2) should remain on the carrier tape (1), the carrier tape (1) is deflected more lightly, such that the label (2) remains on the carrier tape (1), and
    wherein the tape tension of the carrier tape (1) is maintained to be constant.
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