Device and method for separating a flow of articles

摘要

The device has a conveyor (6) on which articles (2) run along a line in a conveyor direction (8). Slides (4a, 4b, 4c) move with the articles on the conveyor in a direction that lies at an angle of 90 degree to the conveyor direction. Sensors (20a, 20b, 20c) are provided for detecting the articles and for activating the movement of the slide. The slides are pre-stressed with a spring unit in a sliding position. An independent claim is also included for a method for separating a flow of articles i.e. transparent bags.