Method and device for transporting flexible flat products, and for cutting them at the same time

摘要

Method for transporting flat flexible products, especially printed products, such as newspapers or magazines comprises gripping the product (14) using a gripping unit on the edge which is not to be cut, transporting on a conveyor to cutting devices (28) and cutting the edge (26) of the product. An independent claim is also included for a device for transporting flat flexible products, especially printed products, such as newspapers or magazines. Preferred Features: The cut is made using a knife (58) against a cutting batten or against a counter knife (58~) in a shearing and/or impulse cutting method.