Dye dispensing system
US10695731B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 12, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jun 30, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 12, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01F2101/30
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An apparatus for dye dispensing is disclosed herein. The apparatus includes a controller and a tray. The tray communicates with the controller and is configured with at least one opening. At least one canister is configured with an identifier and a dye. The dye is associated with the identifier. A reader communicates with the controller. A dispenser comprises an actuator communicating with the controller and a lever arm. The lever arm is coupled to the actuator and configured with a projection. The reader, based on the identifier, identifies a selected dye in a selected canister associated with a dye formulation. When the selected canister is aligned with a dispensing area, the dispenser applies a downward force on the selected canister and dispenses the selected dye.
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