Multi-modal container handling system
US7309203B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 14, 2004 |
| Grant date | Dec 18, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 27, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB25J15/0052
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A multi-modal container handling system includes a tool presentation platform mounted to a multi-axis robot. The platform has a number of mechanically locking collets for handling either empty or full containers, and a number of multi-jawed grippers telescopically mounted to the platform for handling empty containers. Both the collets and grippers may be used for moving empty containers, with the collets being used exclusively for inserting full containers into a shipping rack.
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