Apparatus and method of automated fork repositioning

Details Apparatus and method of automated fork repositioning Apparatus and method of automated fork repositioning

1997-09-23

2000-11-28

Keenan, James W.

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Device for emptying portable receptacle

For emptying contents thereof into portable receiving means

414421, 414810, B65F 304

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061526738

ABSTRACT:
A front loading refuse collection vehicle (10) is provided having a body (12) which includes a hopper (16), a storage container (17), a pair of arms (56) coupled to a pivotal fork (58). The vehicle also has a control circuit (100) which coordinates movement of the fork with the arms. The control circuit receives the initial pickup position of the arms and fork from an arm position sensor (200) and a fork position sensor (201) when grasping a portable container. This position is later recalled to assist the operator in returning the arms and forks to these positions in order to release the portable container.

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