Automated container storage and delivery system
US6729836B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 13, 2002 |
| Grant date | May 4, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 13, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G11/086
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A material storage and delivery system includes an individual container storage and delivery system (ICSDS). A palletizer is provided for placing containers from the ICSDS on a pallet. A layer storage and delivery system (LSDS) places full layers of containers on a pallet. A robotic container delivery system (RCDS) places individual containers on a pallet. A conveyor system conveys containers and pallets between at least two of the ICSDS, the palletizer, the LSDS and the RCDS. A method for storing and delivering containers is also disclosed.
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