Method and apparatus for controlling a dispenser and...

Winding – tensioning – or guiding – Unwinding – With detector – indicator – or control

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C242S564100, C242S565000, C222S063000, C340S562000, C340S686100

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07963475

ABSTRACT:
Automatic dispensers, proximity detectors and user-detection methods. A proximity detector can be used to trigger operation of the dispenser to dispense products such as towel, tissue, wipes, sheet-form materials, soap, shaving cream, fragrances and personal care products.

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