APPARATUS FOR INSPECTING SEALED PACKAGES

摘要

The invention relates to an apparatus for inspecting sealed packages hawing volumetric dimensions comprising a frame having an Inlet and an outlet side, conveyor means for conveying packages along a path of transport from the inlet side through said frame towards said outlet side, and first inspection means disposed adjacent to said conveyor means arid pivotally connected to said frame, such that upon being contacted by a package located on said conveyor means said first inspection means are pivoted around at least a first pivoting point. The invention aims to provide an apparatus for inspecting sealed bags at a higher rate and speed, which moreover gives an more accurate indication of the volumetric dimensions of each individual package and thus avoids an unnecessary rejection and removal of a properly sealed package. According to the invention the apparatus is characterised in that first inspection means comprises first counteracting means for applying a first load on said package urging said first inspection means against said package to be tested; and means for generating a first indication of the volumetric dimensions of said package.