Picking systems and methods
US10899539B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 11, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jan 26, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 12, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG07F11/165
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system for picking items from a containerised storage system is described. The items are stored in storage bins in stacks within a framework having a grid system disposed above the stacks of bins. Robotic devices are disposed on the grid, the devices acting so as to pick containers from the stacks of bins. The storage system is provided with at least one picking device for picking items from bins and depositing them directly in delivery containers DT.
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