Automated order pick process
US6289260A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 27, 1999 |
| Grant date | Sep 11, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 27, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G2209/08
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method for controlling order setup and operation of order fulfillment devices, which devices include dispensers that dispense low quantities of low-demand articles from an inventory containing a very large number of different low-demand articles. The method arranges the articles in totes so the dispensers have efficient access thereto, and efficiently refills the totes based upon past orders.
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