| 摘要 |
<p>The conveyor product transfer apparatus of the present invention includes at least one product transfer member (2) mounted for translational (and preferably reciprocating) movement between product conveying surfaces (12, 1 4) or between a discharge or receiving station and a conveying surface separate d by a distance sufficient to provide equipment clearance for operation performed upon product transferred by the transfer member. Preferably, each transfer member is mounted for reciprocating translational movement between ends of conveying surfaces that are separated a distance apart and has a sliding member (50) in sliding engagement with a track (52) to facilitate su ch movement. Each transfer member is coupled to an actuation assembly (56) for movement thereof. The actuation assembly is preferably a camshaft assembly. To support the conveyed product during product processing operations (e.g., product cutting) in the gap (18), the present invention also preferably includes a kick member (82) mounted for movement into and out of the gap between the conveying surfaces. In product cutting operations, the kick memb er preferably backs the product being cut adjacent to the saw blade and preferably is timed to move away from the gap after the product has been cut . Most preferably, this motion is reciprocating and is generated by a camshaft (90) and cam assembly (92, 94). The actuation assemblies of the transfer members and the camshaft and cam assembly of the kick member are preferably coupled to and driven by the same motor driving the log saw so that the transfer members, kick member, and log saw operate in synchronicity.</p> |
