Method for controlling a materials handling installation with securing of means of access for maintenance
US10576664B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 11, 2017 |
| Grant date | Mar 3, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 19, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29C2049/78765
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Disclosed is a method for controlling an installation for handling hollow bodies, which includes: a plurality of treatment units; a transfer system; and a covering including a frame that defines casings and door leaves each mounted on a casing; a control unit. Also included are steps of: detection by the control unit of the stopping of a treatment unit; detection by the control unit of the closed position of door leaves located in the vicinity of an interface between the detected treatment unit that is stopped and the transfer system; and if these door leaves are detected in closed position, ordering by the control unit of the locking of these door leaves.
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