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Automated will call system

US8924227B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 21, 2009
Grant dateDec 30, 2014
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Expiry dateMar 16, 2031

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG16H20/13
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A will call system for automating the management of storage and retrieval of items, preferably medical prescriptions. The automated system provides informational control of all items in the system. The automated will call monitors the length of time an item remains in the system, and into which location an item is placed. An article sensor provides absolute confirmation that an item has been placed or removed from a designated location in the storage unites. The automated will call system uses a controller to permit users to monitor and optimize the storage and retrieval procedures.

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