Photographic transport mechanisms

摘要

It is well known to attach clips carrying photographic material to a belt for transport through processing apparatus. However, known clips have the disadvantage of distorting the belt to which they are attached which eventually leads to belt damage. Described herein is an improved belt/clip arrangement in which 'Velcro' material is utilized to provide the releasable attachment. A belt (10) carries a plurality of patches (12) which comprise hook material. A clip (26) carries the corresponding loop material and is pressed firmly to the belt (10) so that at least two of the patches (12) are covered by the clip (26). The clip (26) can be detached from the belt (10) by positioning a wedge to pass between the clip (26) and the belt (10) or alternatively, the belt (10) may be passed over a tight radius to effect detachment.