Remote hopper system
US11104518B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 6, 2019 |
| Grant date | Aug 31, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 24, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G33/02
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A dispensation system having a hopper that is located remote to the remainder of the dispensation system. The hopper can be located remote from a delivery system and a conveyor or other transmitting device can connect the hopper to the delivery system. The hopper can therefore be located in an area that is more accessible or less valued than the area in which the products or objects are dispensed, allowing a more efficient product distribution system.
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