Title: Method and apparatus for separating a continuous stream of connected business forms into exact count zig-zag folded stacks

Abstract: A method and apparatus for separating a continuous stream of connected business forms into exact count zig-zag folded stacks wherein nip forming rolls are selectively engaged to burst the web stream at a predetermined point and prior to zig-zag folding.

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Inventors: Hartnig, Richard E. (Green Bay, WI, US)

Application Number: 806110
Filing Date: 1977-06-13
Publication_date: 1978-12-26
Assignee: Paper Converting Machine Company (Green Bay, WI)
Primary Class(es): 493/35 225/100, 493/352, 493/399, 493/433
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US Patent Ref:

2250572	Jul, 1941	Cumfer	270/79.
2899871	Aug, 1959	Auer	225/100.
3214162	Oct, 1965	Breidenbach	270/73.
3496698	Feb, 1970	Wichmann	53/117.
3560309	Feb, 1971	Gruver	225/100.

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Primary Examiner: Burr, Edgar S.
Assistant Examiner: Heinz, A.
Attorney: Tilton, Fallon, Lungmus & Chestnut