Registers – Operating devices – Plural registers
Reexamination Certificate
2009-09-21
2010-12-21
Trail, Allyson N (Department: 2876)
Registers
Operating devices
Plural registers
Reexamination Certificate
active
07854375
ABSTRACT:
A deposit beverage container counting device in which containers can be visually inspected while sliding down an inclined feed channel having an abrupt downward bend of about 15 degrees to cause the containers to accelerate suddenly, singulating the containers; that is, creating or increasing the space between containers, which enables accurate counting. The singulated containers pass into a sensor housing that contains a photoelectric sensor that senses the passing of each container and sends a signal to one or more counters. The counter(s) keeps track of the count, and displays the count on a LCD or LED display. Multiple counters can be provided to enable both the operator and customers to see the count display. The electronic components are preferably low voltage, low current devices using transistorized circuits. The counting device preferably is battery-powered, and has no moving parts.
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Trail Allyson N
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