Method and apparatus for improving performance in container sorting
US8692148B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 14, 2011 |
| Grant date | Apr 8, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 9, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB07C5/126
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention discloses a container sorting system capable of increased sorting efficiency. The present invention discloses a device in which the distance is shortened between detection and ejection of containers being sorted by reflective infrared radiation, transmission infrared radiation, or both. The present invention also includes a method of operating such device.
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