Merchandising – Customer service – Store service
Patent
1991-04-08
1992-10-13
Bartuska, F. J.
Merchandising
Customer service
Store service
186 69, E04H 304
Patent
active
051542609
ABSTRACT:
A system and method for automated processing of articles include a plurality of storage units separated by aisles through which customers can pass to select articles for processing. The selected articles are identified by tags applied thereto from identification record members provided to the customers, and are placed on conveyors located adjacent to the storage units for transportation to a checkout station where they are collected, their prices are totalled, and payment is made. The articles are then further transported to a plurality of bagger stations where they are bagged and released to the customer after verification that payment has been made.
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Bartuska F. J.
Lowe Scott L.
NCR Corporation
Sessler Jr. Albert L.
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