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Systems and methods for manual handling

US9394107B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMar 5, 2012
Grant dateJul 19, 2016
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Expiry dateNov 23, 2034

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06Q10/087
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Method and systems for manual handling are described. In one embodiment, a holding section, a distribution section and a manual section are provided. The holding section is adapted to hold the container during manual handling. The distribution section is adjacent the holding section and includes a robot adapted to select and pick containers from the holding section. The robot is disposed to distribute the container. The manual section is disposed adjacent the conveyor. The manual section is adapted for inspection or filling of the container. Additional methods and systems are disclosed.

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