High capacity drawer with mechanical indicator for a dispensing device
US7426425B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 7, 2006 |
| Grant date | Sep 16, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 7, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE05B2047/0069
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
One aspect of the invention relates to an assembly comprising a plurality of bins with a plurality of lids associated therewith. Each of the bins has a lock assembly that includes a catch operable to lock the lid in its closed position and a mechanical indicator responsive to the catch. Another aspect of the invention relates to an automated dispensing cabinet that includes a control computer and a plurality of drawers having a plurality of row assemblies therein. Each row assembly has bins that include a tabbed lid, a lock assembly with a catch operable to engage and disengage the tab, and an indicator responsive to the lock assembly. Methods for dispensing from and restocking the remote dispensing systems are also given, as well as a method for indicating which item is to be dispensed from one of a plurality of bins.
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