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Insert for use with a roll of web material, and providing a unique identifier for the roll of web material

US9066638B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 22, 2010
Grant dateJun 30, 2015
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Expiry dateJun 15, 2030

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65H2701/1924
  • WIPO fieldFurniture, games
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

An automatic product dispenser determines if the roll loaded into the dispenser is approved for use with the dispenser. The core of a roll receives a plug that engages a hub within the dispenser. The plug has a feature that alters an electromagnetic field created proximate the hub. The alteration of the electromagnetic field may then be used to determine if the plug, and thus the roll, is usable with the dispenser.

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