Method and device for supplying filter material to a filter rod forming machine

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PATENT NO 9867394
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14383259

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A method and a device for supplying filter material to a filter rod forming machine, according to which a flat band of filter material, obtained working a single “tow”, is longitudinally cut in at least two strips, each of which is fed to a respective pneumatic device adapted to transform the respective strip in a respective cord. The cords are then fed to an inlet of the forming machine at positions evenly distributed about a central axial portion for forming a peripheral axial portion.

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  • MONTRADE S.R.L.

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Giannini, Antonella Bologna, IT 11 55
Monzoni, Alberto Bologna, IT 12 11

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