Method and system for packing materials for shipment
US6715267B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 31, 2001 |
| Grant date | Apr 6, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 11, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65B57/14
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention is directed to a method and system for packing an order of parts. An operator is prompted to select an indicated part. The part is read by the system to verify the selection of the part. An array of indicators directs the operator to where the part should be placed in a shipping tote. An array of sensors confirms the packing of the part.
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