摘要 |
<p>The invention refers to a method of and a device for sorting returned articles of packaging. The packaging is subjected by means of pressing members to a compressive force and is sorted according to the magnitude of the force used and/or the shape or deformation the packaging thereby assumes or undergoes respectively. Articles of packaging having mechanical strength within a definite range are then passed through a dimension-determining opening to a collection station. Articles of packaging having mechanical strength outside the predetermined range are prevented from passing through the opening to the collection station and may be directed to a second collection station or returned to the initial position before being subjected to the pressing members.</p> |