System and method for managing product usage from dispensers
US11443253B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 21, 2020 |
| Grant date | Sep 13, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 21, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47K2010/3226
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A system and method are provided for improving product usage prior to refill of product dispensers in service areas that include a plurality of such dispensers. Via a sensor configured with each of the product dispensers and a control system in communication with the sensors, a product level or amount condition of product in each dispenser is detected. Based on the information from the sensors, a visual or audio message is generated and transmitted to the patron that encourages the patron to use a first product dispenser that has a greater product fill amount as compared to a second product dispenser in the same or a different service area.
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