摘要 |
<p>A method of and apparatus for attaching a spout (4) to a planar portion of an article (2) such as a milk or juice carton, which may be integrated into conventional carton forming and filling machines, includes the steps of heating a stem (6) of a spout, applying a bonding agent to a flange (7) on the spout, positioning the spout in a predetermined relation to a spout applicator (80), positioning a carton with a hole provided in a predetermined relation to the spout applicator and attaching the spout to the carton where the heated stem (6) is deformed to mechanically engage the carton about the hole. An apparatus to accomplish the method is also disclosed.</p> |