Tray stacking and buffer system and method of use
US7637712B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 17, 2005 |
| Grant date | Dec 29, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 22, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G60/00
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system and method for stacking and storing a plurality of trays includes a stacker system and a buffer system. The stacker system includes a component, e.g., a platform, which moves a tray between a raised position and a lowered position. The buffer system includes a plurality of opposing projections for capturing the tray when the component is in the raised position.
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