SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ACTIVATING ARTICLE PROTECTION FEATURES OF A CARTON

摘要

A system and method for activating a series of article protection features (2) formed in product cartons (C) in which a series of articles (B) have been packaged includes an actuating assembly (15,51,75,90,200) mounted along a path of travel (33,71) for the cartons. The actuating assembly will include a series of actuating elements (45,60,78,94,202) that are selectively moved into engagement with the article protection features of the cartons. The article protection features are urged into the cartons, between the articles therein and into positions engaging and supporting the articles.