Tightening arrangement for paperboard wrap.

摘要

There is provided a tightening section for apparatus for applying a wrap around a plurality of articles (11). In the region of the side/base junction of the wrap there is provided a number of hinge panels (25) which remain hingedly connected to the wrap. The hinge panels (25) are folded out of alignment with the wrap such that a first part (26) lies in use against the adjacent base panel below a heel part (16) of one of the bottles (11). The hinge connection of the hinge panels (25) provides a firm area for engagement by the substantially straight, continuous edge provided by a series of engaging members (52) mounted on an endless chain, provided in said tightening section.