A unit for attaching mouthpieces to cigars

摘要

Mouthpieces (2) are attached to cigars (3) by a unit (1) comprising a transfer device (5) located along a set feed path (P) and incorporating a conveyor device (6) by which the mouthpieces (2) are advanced between a distributing station (4'), where they are dispensed, and a station (5') where each one is attached to a respective cigar (3); also located along the path (P) are a station (8') supplying filter plugs (9), at which one such plug is inserted into each mouthpiece (2), and a gumming station (7') at which one end of the mouthpiece (2) is tacked with adhesive to ensure a firm bond with the corresponding end of the cigar (3). <IMAGE>